By Ananya Sengupta

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PlayStation State of Play returns Sept 24 with 35+ minutes of updates from PlayStation Studios, indie, and third-party developers.Extended 5-minute PS5 gameplay showcase of Housemarque’s Saros, the event’s headliner.Watch worldwide on YouTube and Twitch, with English audio and Japanese subtitles.

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a new State of Play livestream that will take place this Wednesday, September 24. It will feature over 35 minutes of updates, reveals, and extended looks from both first-party PlayStation Studios and external partners. The broadcast is set to start at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and 11:00 p.m. Central European Summer Time. Japanese viewers can watch at 6:00 a.m. JST on September 25. The stream will be in English and will include Japanese subtitles for international audiences.

What to Expect: Duration, Content, and Focus

The livestream will last around 35 minutes, maybe a bit longer. It will feature a mix of content, including new previews of upcoming indie and third-party titles, updates from PlayStation Studios, and a major focus on Saros, the intriguing new title from Housemarque. Viewers can expect nearly five minutes of gameplay footage captured on the PlayStation 5 for Saros.

Saros: The Headliner

Saros is shaping up to be the standout feature of this State of Play. Developed by Housemarque, the studio behind Returnal, Saros was first revealed earlier this year and will arrive in 2026 exclusively on PS5. The game is an action title set on an alien world called Carcosa. It features a haunting story about a lost off-world colony under an ominous eclipse. Players will take on the role of Arjun Devraj, a Soltari Enforcer, on a mission to uncover what happened to the colony.

One of the key features of Saros is the ongoing resource and permanent progression systems. Unlike some of Housemarque’s earlier work, each death in Saros will still hold value for upgrades and loadout improvements. The upcoming showcase will provide fans with their best look yet, featuring extended gameplay footage and insights into the game’s tone and direction.

Additional Highlights and Potential Surprises

While Saros is confirmed as a centerpiece, Sony promises more. The program will include updates on indie and third-party projects, along with more from the PlayStation first-party lineup. Though the full list of shows isn’t public yet, fans and the press are speculating about possible appearances from other major titles still in development.

On a practical note, Sony is reminding co-streamers, content creators, and anyone planning to post video replays or VODs that parts of the broadcast may have licensed music or other copyrighted content. This content may impact the availability of VOD archives or the sharing of the footage. Creators should omit or edit out any potentially infringing material.

Why It Matters

This presentation arrives at a time when PlayStation fans are looking for real updates beyond teaser trailers and some leaks. After months filled with game announcements, delays, and excitement, State of Play gives Sony a chance to show what’s coming. This includes new IPs like Saros and updates to existing franchises. A longer gameplay segment for Saros could help reassure and excite fans about Housemarque’s direction after Returnal. Additionally, by including indie and third-party content, the broadcast can balance expectations, providing surprises without over-promising.

When and Where to Watch

To catch the full State of Play, viewers can tune in on PlayStation’s official YouTube channel or Twitch stream. The broadcast begins at the following times: 2:00 p.m. PT, 5:00 p.m. ET, and 11:00 p.m. CEST. There will be an early start for those in Japan and parts of Asia on September 25.

With State of Play returning on September 24, fans have reason to feel hopeful. The event features a solid runtime and a confirmed deep dive into Saros, along with updates from across the PlayStation ecosystem. This broadcast could change how Sony presents its upcoming lineup. Here, gameplay, narrative, and new ideas will take center stage.