PlayStation’s February 2026 State of Play is shaping up to be one of the company’s biggest presentations in recent memory. Clocking in at over 60 minutes, the showcase promises major announcements, fresh gameplay footage, and updates on previously revealed titles. Below is a complete breakdown of what viewers can expect.
State of Play February 2026 – Event Schedule
Sony has confirmed that the presentation will stream on Thursday, February 12, 2026, beginning at:
- 2:00 PM PT
- 5:00 PM ET
The event will air live on PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels.
According to Sony, the broadcast will feature over an hour of content, including news, gameplay reveals, and updates from studios around the world — potentially including projects from PlayStation Studios.
Global Streaming Times
| Region | Stream Start Time |
|---|---|
| United States (ET) | Thursday, Feb 12 – 5:00 p.m. |
| United States (PT) | Thursday, Feb 12 – 2:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Thursday, Feb 12 – 10:00 p.m. |
| Central Europe | Thursday, Feb 12 – 11:00 p.m. |
| Brazil | Thursday, Feb 12 – 7:00 p.m. |
| South Africa | Friday, Feb 13 – 12:00 a.m. |
| Japan | Friday, Feb 13 – 7:00 a.m. |
| Philippines | Friday, Feb 13 – 6:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Friday, Feb 13 – 8:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Friday, Feb 13 – 6:00 a.m. |
| New Zealand | Friday, Feb 13 – 11:00 a.m. |
| Universal Time (UTC) | Thursday, Feb 12 – 10:00 p.m. |
What Games Could Appear?
Whenever a State of Play is announced, speculation immediately follows. While Sony keeps its biggest reveals tightly guarded, looking at upcoming release windows gives us a strong idea of what might be shown.
With more than an hour of runtime, this presentation has room for both unexpected reveals and deeper looks at games that have been relatively quiet. Historically, Sony uses early-year showcases to outline its roadmap for the months ahead — especially for titles targeting a 2026 release.
Here are the projects most likely to be featured:
Marvel’s Wolverine May Skip February
Insomniac Games has suggested fans may need to wait a little longer for more news about Marvel’s Wolverine. In a recent response to fans on social media, the studio stated that additional information will be shared in Spring 2026.
Since spring officially begins in March, that timing could indicate the game will not be part of the February showcase. A Fall 2026 launch window was previously hinted at, so Sony may be reserving a dedicated reveal for a later event.
Of course, surprises are always possible — but expectations should remain measured.
Marathon Confirmed, With Post-Show Gameplay Stream
Unlike other studios, Bungie has directly confirmed that Marathon will appear during the presentation. The developer also announced a gameplay livestream scheduled shortly after the show concludes.
According to Bungie, a special stream featuring game director Joe Ziegler and additional guests will begin around 3:00 PM PT, offering a deeper look at gameplay.
With the game launching on March 5, this showcase serves as a major opportunity to build momentum for Bungie’s $40 extraction shooter.
Horizon Hunters Gathering Likely to Get Expanded Reveal
Recently announced, Horizon Hunters Gathering represents a new direction for Guerrilla’s popular franchise. Rather than focusing on Aloy, this spin-off introduces a three-player cooperative action format.
Inspired by the structured hunt gameplay seen in titles like Monster Hunter, the project also features a brighter, stylized aesthetic. Following early reports of private playtests, the State of Play would be the ideal platform to showcase extended gameplay footage.
As Sony continues investing in multiplayer and live-service projects, this title could receive significant attention.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet May Finally Show Gameplay
First revealed at The Game Awards in 2024, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet remains one of PlayStation’s most mysterious projects.
Naughty Dog has described the title as featuring the deepest gameplay systems in the studio’s history. However, fans have yet to see substantial in-game footage. A detailed gameplay demonstration — including combat or exploration mechanics — would undoubtedly generate excitement.
Many viewers are also hoping for at least a release year confirmation.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 – Possible Tease?
Interest continues to grow around Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3, though nothing has been officially confirmed for this event.
Director Naoki Hamaguchi has previously mentioned that the title of the third installment is already finalized. Additionally, Square Enix has been expanding the availability of Remake and Rebirth across more platforms, potentially setting the stage for the trilogy’s conclusion.
While a reveal is far from guaranteed, even a short teaser would be enough to energize fans.
Other Potential Appearances
Several additional games could surface during the showcase, including:
- Control Resonant (possible release date announcement)
- Phantom Blade Zero
- Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
- Surprise reveals or brand-new IP announcements
Sony has emphasized that the event will include “60+ minutes of news, gameplay updates, and announcements,” suggesting there is room for unexpected reveals.
What Is PlayStation State of Play?
State of Play is Sony’s recurring digital presentation format designed to share updates on upcoming games, recently released titles, and occasionally hardware news. Similar to Nintendo Direct and Xbox Developer Direct, these pre-recorded broadcasts feature trailers, gameplay demonstrations, and commentary from developers.
There is no fixed schedule for State of Play events. Sony hosts them throughout the year depending on its release calendar and announcements pipeline.