S-Game and PlayStation are running a standalone State of Play built entirely around Phantom Blade Zero, promising a close look at the game’s combat systems, story, and the dark wuxia setting known as the Phantom World. The broadcast is locked to a single date with confirmed times across every major region.
Quick answer: The Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play streams on August 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM PT / 10:00 PM ET (August 18 at 3:00 AM BST) on the official PlayStation YouTube and Twitch channels.
Release time: August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM PT (10:00 PM ET)
Phantom Blade Zero State of Play start time by region
The broadcast begins at the same moment worldwide. Use the times below to find when it airs where you are. Viewers in Europe, Asia, and Oceania will catch it in the early morning or midday on August 18.
| Region | Local date and time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | August 17, 7:00 PM |
| Mountain Time (MT) | August 17, 8:00 PM |
| Central Time (CT) | August 17, 9:00 PM |
| Eastern Time (ET) | August 17, 10:00 PM |
| British Summer Time (BST) | August 18, 3:00 AM |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | August 18, 4:00 AM |
| Moscow Standard Time (MSK) | August 18, 5:00 AM |
| India Standard Time (IST) | August 18, 7:30 AM |
| China Standard Time / Beijing | August 18, 10:00 AM |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | August 18, 11:00 AM |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) | August 18, 12:00 PM |
| New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) | August 18, 2:00 PM |
Where to watch the broadcast
The stream goes live on PlayStation’s official YouTube channel and its Twitch channel. No account, sign-in, or pre-registration is needed to watch. Open either channel a few minutes before the scheduled start and the live player will appear automatically.
Note: The show may include licensed music that Sony does not control, which can affect co-streams or saved video-on-demand archives. If you plan to keep a recording or repost clips, leaving out any copyrighted music reduces the risk of the archive being blocked.
What the State of Play will show
The event runs for close to 20 minutes and focuses on new gameplay rather than a recap. Expect a deeper breakdown of the game’s combat systems, player build options, and the world of the Phantom World, along with never-before-seen characters tied to the main story.
You play as Soul, and the recent pre-order trailer set up moments like fighting atop a speeding wagon and clashing with former allies such as The Hunt. Donnie Yen has served as creative consultant since 2023 and also performs facial and motion capture for Mó Yuan, Soul’s father. The game’s action leans on its self-described “kungfupunk” style, blending traditional wuxia with fantasy and folk horror.
Pre-orders and launch date
Phantom Blade Zero launches October 29, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC. Pre-orders are live now, and pre-ordering grants an early unlock of the Treasure Basin accessory and the Legacy outfit. Both items can also be earned through normal in-game progression, so pre-ordering only advances when you get them.
The Deluxe Edition adds two exclusive outfits, Wulin Legend and Blood-Steel Form, plus a digital artbook and soundtrack. You can pick your platform and edition on the official Phantom Blade Zero page, which links out to the PS5, Steam, and Epic Games Store listings.
If you want to catch the reveal as it happens, set a reminder for 7:00 PM PT on August 17 and open the PlayStation YouTube or Twitch channel shortly before the start.
