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Sony’s Two‑Part State of Play Confirms Key Launch Dates and Branded Hardware

The back‑to‑back global and Japan streams delivered final trailers, firm release dates and merchandise while provoking notable fan backlash tied to broader community tensions.

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Overview

  • Sony ran two back‑to‑back State of Play broadcasts on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with a global show followed immediately by a Japan‑focused deep dive.
  • The presentations set firm launch dates for major titles: Marvel’s Wolverine on September 15, 2026, Until Dawn 2 on January 28, 2027, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation on April 8, 2027.
  • Sony revealed branded hardware and merch including limited‑edition Grand Theft Auto VI DualSense controllers due November 19, 2026, and an official Lego PlayStation set scheduled this October.
  • The showcases also rolled out a wide third‑party and indie slate plus updates and DLC, such as Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, Metro 2039, Maneater 2, and Gran Turismo 7’s two‑part Spec IV update with new tracks, cars and a Family Mode.
  • Reaction across social channels and coverage was mixed to negative, with many viewers citing disappointment in the show’s content and linking their response to lingering anger over Sony’s July decision to phase out physical disc manufacturing.