Next is Sony state of play Thursday, February 12, 2026 has officially been confirmed, and is already set to be one of the longest events in Showcase history, with over an hour of announcements and updates. Historically, State of Play lasted about 30 to 40 minutes, so considering this one is twice that, and potentially much longer, Sony has unprecedented time to fit its 2026 release schedule into one showcase if it really wants to.
As for which games will be featured in the upcoming State of Play, Sony hasn't revealed any games yet, and it's highly unlikely that the company will do so. What has been confirmed is that it will feature “news, gameplay updates, and announcements from studios around the world,” as expected, including third-party, indie, and PlayStation Studios games. Nothing more specific has been shared publicly by Sony, so any mention of specific titles before the stream begins will come from leaks and rumors. Still, there have been quite a few rumors and leaks surrounding the title, and it's more than likely that some of them will actually turn up.
Games that could appear in State of Play in February 2026
- saros
- Marvel's Wolverine
- Devil May Cry 6
- God of War spinoff
- Resident Evil Requiem
Known insider Shinobi602 suggested that it would make sense for Cory Barlog and Santa Monica Studio's new IP to be there, but they didn't say that.
Saros (very likely to appear)
Here are some of the strongest bets for February's State of Play: returns Developer Housemarque sarosThis is an action game scheduled to be released for PlayStation 5 on April 30, 2026. saros What appears in the showcase doesn't depend on rumors or leaks, but rather on the release date. With its release just around the corner, the action game is likely to receive a last-minute marketing push this week, especially considering it previously appeared in State of Play last September. Neither the dedicated gameplay analysis nor the new cinematic footage is consistent with how Sony has handled similar games in the past.
Despite not being related to the leak, numerous media outlets reporting on State of Play, such as The Verge and Vice, have already noted: saros As a strong candidate for the showcase. Plus, since Housemarque is owned by PlayStation Studios and the game is published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the company's status as a first-party title makes it an obvious choice for State of Play, especially when combined with its upcoming release date.
Marvel's Wolverine (possible due to recent leak)
'Insomnia Game' Marvel's Wolverine A recent leak suggests that he might appear in the upcoming State of Play. According to a Reddit post by user Carwillat901: Marvel's Wolverine The game on the PlayStation Store in Latin America shows that it is scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2026. It's unclear how long the release window has been listed on the game's page, but assuming it's a fairly recent leak, there's reason to believe the game could receive an official release date trailer during the upcoming State of Play. Marvel's Wolverinegood night sarosis also Sony's first-party title, as Insomniac Games is part of PlayStation Studios. That alone increases its chances of appearing in the showcase, but the leaked release window also adds fuel to the fire.
finally, Marvel's Wolverine also appeared together saros Last September, State of Play announced that the game would be released in the fall of 2026. Marvel's Wolverine However, it is accurate to say that the game could be released anytime between July and September, rather than the fall 2026 period from late September to December. So a potentially earlier release date than initially expected suggests more. Marvel's Wolverine We're getting a huge update in the upcoming State of Play.
Devil May Cry 6 (leaked but not from verified source)
What the latest leaks suggest Devil May Cry 6 It could also be announced at the State of Play showcase, but there's a catch. The leak came from user @TripleSevven_ via an XCancel post shared by Reddit user Solid-Entertainer-39 in a separate post. In the post, Solid-Entertainer-39 noted that the account's leaks have been accurate in the past, but also encouraged readers to take the information with a “large grain of salt.”
Numerous comments on the post expressed skepticism about the leak, with most confirming they had never heard of the source before. Even without obvious leaks, Devil May Cry 6 He's still a potential candidate for a surprise mention at State of Play. The series is one of Capcom's most popular franchises, and the developer has a habit of announcing big titles on the Sony stage. Moreover, in celebration of the upcoming 25th anniversary Devil May Cry (August 2026) Although nothing has been officially confirmed, it is a logical possibility to reveal it here.
God of War 2.5D Metroidvania Spinoff (Leaked by Trusted Insider Last Year)
Other participants eligible to attend State of Play this week include: god of war A 2.5D Metroidvania spinoff game was leaked by a trusted gaming industry insider last year. In June 2025, in a post via At the time, it seemed like the game would be revealed during that month's State of Play, but that speculation never came to fruition.
This is very interesting considering what Henderson and Grubb said. god of war The Metroidvania project was discussed last year but has yet to be officially revealed. There's a chance that the upcoming State of Play will finally achieve that. Henderson noted that the game is “much smaller in scale” than his initial expectations, meaning that if the project is real, development could be nearing completion. Still, it's very unclear whether it will be featured in this week's showcase, but that hasn't stopped other media outlets from listing it as a potential reveal.
Resident Evil Requiem Demo Announced (Based on Capcom History and Speculation)
finally, Resident Evil Requiem It could also appear in this week's State of Play, and that possibility ultimately comes down to upcoming release date, Capcom history, and speculation. A recent Reddit post by user Own_Emergency9587 speculated: Resident Evil Requiem The demo is scheduled for release on February 13th, following Capcom's penchant for releasing on Fridays two weeks before a game's release. As the post states, the developers have done the same with the remake. resident evil 2, 3and 4and Requiem It was scheduled to be released two weeks ago, on February 27, 2026, on Friday, February 13th. Additionally, Capcom releasing a game demo on Friday the 13th will also have some impact on the brand. This date has long been associated with bad luck, superstition, and images of fear.
Even if no demo is announced at State of Play this week. Resident Evil Requiem's imminent release suggests we may at least get a last-minute marketing push during the event. Whether that takes the form of a demo announcement or just another brief trailer; Resident Evil Requiem Historically, it sits in a sweet spot near release compared to the other games featured in State of Play presentations, making it one of the more reasonable wildcards in a highly rumored lineup.
next state of play The event will take place on Thursday, February 12th at 2pm PT, 5pm ET, and 11pm CET.
