How to Watch the February 2026 PlayStation State of Play: Expectations and Highlights

After a relatively quiet start to the year, PlayStation is poised to take center stage once again, following the recent Xbox Developer Direct and Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase. Sony is gearing up for an exciting February State of Play, slated to unveil a robust lineup for the PS5, setting the tone for 2026.

Official Livestream Details

When the State of Play goes live, viewers can catch the broadcast through the following link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0e5YEXtZu0

State of Play | February 12, 2026 [English] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0e5YEXtZu0)

When and Where to Tune In for State of Play in February 2026

Sony has announced that this extensive State of Play, running for over 60 minutes, will showcase a diverse array of games, making it one of the longest presentations to date.

Mark your calendars: the broadcast is set for February 12 at 2:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM ET, 10:00 PM GMT, and 11:00 PM CET.

YouTube (Official PlayStation channel)
Twitch (PlayStation channel)

Anticipated Highlights from State of Play

According to the official PlayStation Blog, viewers can expect an exhilarating showcase featuring an array of “eye-catching third-party and indie titles coming to PS5, ”alongside updates from PlayStation Studios. While no specific games have been confirmed for presentation, excitement and speculation are already buzzing among fans.

Potential Hardware Announcements

Rumors suggest a new PlayStation Portal model may debut during the State of Play.

Although the PlayStation 6 and the anticipated handheld console seem to be on the distant horizon, there is speculation regarding upcoming hardware news. A highly anticipated PS Portal OLED model may be unveiled, along with potential updates on the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution 2.0 (PSSR 2.0) upscaler.

What’s New from PlayStation Studios

A promotional image of Marvel's Wolverine in his iconic costume, showing his claws extended against a yellow background, — Marvel’s Wolverine is expected to be among the featured titles in this presentation.

Expect to hear about several first-party titles during the showcase, including Marvel’s Wolverine, Marathon, Saros, Horizon Hunters Gathering, and MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, which recently confirmed a 20-character launch roster on its Steam page. Fans may also be treated to a fresh look at Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet as a delightful surprise.

New game announcements may also be on the horizon, including possible insights into Cory Barlog’s next project or a rumored 2.5D Metroidvania spin on God of War.

Anticipated Third-Party Game Announcements

A dramatic contrast image of two characters from Resident Evil Requiem stuck in rain, showing a man in shadow and a woman in a — Resident Evil Requiem may make its final appearance before release during this State of Play.

With several major titles, like Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert, set for imminent release, viewers can look forward to new footage of these highly anticipated games. Additionally, fans might finally receive updates on Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which has been notably absent from recent discussions, or even an announcement of its release date. Speculation regarding a potential reveal of Devil May Cry 6 is also circulating.

With insights from the development team of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, a reveal of the game’s title and first footage would not come as a shock, despite the suggestion that it may not remain a PS5 exclusive, echoing a cross-platform release at launch.

Regardless of the specifics, this February State of Play is shaping up to be an exhilarating event. Be sure to tune in for a comprehensive overview of the most eagerly awaited titles scheduled for release this year and beyond!

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