Get ready for an epic gaming extravaganza! This week's PlayStation State of Play is set to be a 60-minute thrill ride, promising a glimpse into the future of gaming with a focus on third-party and indie titles heading to the PS5. But here's the real kicker: it's also going to showcase the latest from PlayStation Studios, and that's where things get really interesting. So, buckle up and let's dive into what we can expect from this highly anticipated event!
Exclusives: The Big Reveals
One of the most anticipated games of 2026, Marvel's Wolverine, was expected to make an appearance, but a recent tweet from Insomniac Games has thrown a spanner in the works. They've confirmed that we won't be seeing more of Wolverine until Spring 2026. Bummer, right? But it leaves us wondering, what else do they have up their sleeve for this State of Play?
At the last State of Play, we got a sneak peek at Wolverine in action, and with it being one of Sony's flagship releases, there's a good chance we'll get an update on its progress and maybe even a release date. And who knows, we might just get a surprise appearance from Daredevil too!
PlayStation Studios has another big exclusive lined up with Marathon, Bungie's extraction shooter. Despite some bumps along the way, including a plagiarism scandal and a rocky alpha reception, Marathon has a chance to shine this week and convince players to jump into its world when it releases on March 5.
Later this Spring, we have Saros, Housemarque's follow-up to Returnal, dropping on April 30. With only 10 weeks until launch, it's a safe bet that we'll see more of Saros during this State of Play.
Another PS5 exclusive to watch out for is Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a superhero fighting game from Arc System Works. While it suffered an unfortunate leak this week, revealing some key details, it would be great to see some of that information officially confirmed.
Phantom Blade Zero, an action RPG from Chinese developer S-Game, is another highly anticipated title. With a launch date set for September 9, we might just get another look at this impressive project this week.
And let's not forget Horizon Hunters Gathering, the latest spin-off from the mechanical monster-hunting series by Guerrilla Games. With its first playtest coming up soon, it's likely we'll get a deeper look at its gameplay during this State of Play.
4:Loop, unveiled at The Game Awards, is an intriguing PS5 and PC exclusive that blends roguelike elements with co-op shooting. With Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth at the helm, working alongside Bad Robot Games, we're excited to see more of this project and potentially learn about its release date.
Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, a sci-fi action-adventure, has been quiet since its initial reveal, and we're hoping for a deeper dive into this upcoming world.
As for the other PlayStation Studios, we can only speculate, but with an hour-long stream, there's bound to be some surprises and updates. Perhaps we'll get a glimpse of Sony Santa Monica's next project, or a peek into the world of Ghost of Yotei: Legends. Maybe it's time for a first look at Gran Turismo 8 or an update on Fairgames. And let's not forget Media Molecule and Team Asobi, who have been working on highly anticipated follow-ups.
Multiplatform Madness
While GTA 6 won't be making an appearance, there are plenty of other exciting multiplatform games to look forward to. Resident Evil Requiem is just around the corner, so we might get one last taste of Leon Kennedy's action before its release on February 27. And with Konami announcing a Silent Hill stream shortly after State of Play, we could be in for a deeper look at a new Silent Hill game or even a remake of the original.
Capcom has a few titles up its sleeve too, with Pragmata and Onimusha: Way of the Sword likely to make an appearance. Final Fantasy 7 remake director, Naoki Hamaguchi, has teased that we'll get more updates than ever before about the project this year. Could we see the reveal of the third part in the trilogy or an Intergrade-style DLC for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth?
But let's not get too ahead of ourselves. We've got some great games coming up soon, like 007 First Light and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, both releasing in May. And before that, we have Crimson Desert, an ambitious open-world action-adventure from Pearl Abyss, pushing the PS5 to its limits.
Later in the year, we have Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, which has shifted its release window to beyond early 2026. Amy Hennig's Captain America and Black Panther story in World War 2 is one we're eagerly awaiting. And let's not forget Lara Croft's return in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Remedy's Control: Resonant, and the pleasantly surprising Star Wars: Galactic Racer.
As for indies, we're hoping to see more of Hades 2, Mixtape, Mouse P.I. For Hire, and inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories.
So, which game are you most excited to see more of at this week's Sony State of Play? Let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your thoughts and predictions.
