PlayStation will soon debut its first-ever State of Play Japan, and we’re here to gather all of the highlights.
As promised, today’s broadcast, hosted by Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer voice actor Yuki Kaji, will be more than 40 minutes long and provide updates on games created in Japan and Asia. Which games are set to be featured exactly has yet to be revealed, with Sony only promising to show off everything “from beloved series to distinctive indie creations,” as well as “a few other exciting updates.”
As PlayStation 5 sales rocket past 84 million, all eyes are on Sony to deliver what could be its final State of Play of 2025. Be sure to follow this story for live updates when the State of Play Japan premieres at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined Reemerges With New Gameplay Trailer
The State of Play Japan kicked off with a fresh look at Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. It comes with another new look at its diorama visuals as it heads toward its February 5, 2026, release date.
Cozy Games Take State of Play
Inkobini: One Store. Many Stories and Coffee Talk Tokyo are two cozy games coming to PlayStation in the near future. Both showed up to give players a sneak peek at heart-warming gameplay as they immerse themselves in two visually distinct worlds.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Gets 2026 Release Date
Koei Tecmo’s portion of the State of Play saw the studio reveal a new trailer for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly. It’s more than just a tease of what’s to come, though, as the footage promised a March 12, 2026, release date.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Gets Visions of Four Heroes DLC This January
Just after providing a schedule update for Fatal Frame fans, Koei Tecmo revealed the Visions of Four Heroes Dynasty Warriors: Origins DLC will arrive January 22, 2026. Arriving alongside the release date is a first look at footage for the upcoming, action-packed add-on content.
Bandai Namco Unleashes Gameplay DLC Footage for Four Games
Once Upon a Katamari, Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac, Digimon Story: Time Stranger, and Super Robot Wars Y all have DLC packs on the way. While Katamari players can look forward to a treasure trove of new cosmetics and sounds, Pac-Man fans are getting a full-on Sonic the Hedgehog crossover. Digimon, meanwhile, gets new monsters with Episode Pack 1: Alternate Dimension, and Super Robot Wars Y gets collaboration DLC featuring three titles: Galactic Whirlwind Bryger, The Big O, and Futo PI: Portrait of Kamen Rider Skull.
Fate Trigger Blends Animated Visuals With Tactical Hero Shooter Gameplay
Fate Trigger is a new tactical hero shooter built in Unreal Engine 5 that is coming to players in 2026. Like so many of the other hero shooters it takes after, this fast-paced, third-person action game lets players control a number of unique characters, each with different abilities. Additionally, Kaji confirmed he is involved with Fate Trigger as the voice actor for Ryoin.
Arc System Works Talks Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Beta Plans
Arc System Works’ Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls might be one of the most-anticipated fighting games in years, and come December 5 – 7, players will get to go hands-on as part of another closed beta test. Characters highlighted during the no-breaks beta gameplay reveal trailer include Spider-Man and Ghost Rider, promising three days for players to play to their heart’s content.
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