Sony's June 2026 State of Play ran for more than 60 minutes of trailers, gameplay, and studio updates, and the biggest surprise was a returning horror brand. Firesprite confirmed it is building Until Dawn 2, a follow-up that sends a group of ghosthunters to a tropical island where things quickly fall apart. It is targeting a 2027 launch.
When the June 2026 State of Play aired and where to watch the replay
The showcase streamed on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Sony broadcast it through its official channels with English audio and Japanese subtitles, and the full presentation remains available to rewatch on demand.
| Region | Start time |
|---|---|
| US Eastern | 5 p.m. ET (June 2) |
| US Pacific | 2 p.m. PT (June 2) |
| Central Europe | 11 p.m. CEST (June 2) |
| Japan | 6 a.m. JST (June 3) |
You can catch the broadcast and any archived version through the official PlayStation State of Play hub, as well as PlayStation's YouTube and Twitch channels.
Until Dawn 2 confirmed by Firesprite for 2027
The clearest news for PlayStation fans was the reveal of a new entry in the Until Dawn series. Developed by PlayStation Studio Firesprite, the sequel follows a team of ghosthunters who travel to a tropical island, with the setup pointing toward another tense survival-horror story. Sony placed the release window in 2027, so there is a meaningful wait ahead.
Classics library additions on PlayStation
Three older titles are joining the Classics catalog, giving subscribers access to a mix of cult favorites and action games.
| Game | Type |
|---|---|
| Gitaroo Man | Rhythm-action |
| Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy | Third-person action |
| Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams | Action |
PlayStation Plus update
The presentation also worked in a PlayStation Plus refresh, with new content rolling into the service for subscribers. A RuneScape title was named among the additions during this segment.
Alamo Drafthouse free fan events for the showcase
Beyond the home stream, Sony partnered with select Alamo Drafthouse Cinema locations to host free in-person watch parties. Tickets were free but limited, and some venues sold out ahead of the broadcast.
| City |
|---|
| Chicago |
| Dallas/Fort Worth |
| Los Angeles |
| New York City |
| Raleigh, N.C. |
| San Francisco Bay Area |
Indianapolis was not among the host cities for these screenings.
The June 2026 State of Play set the tone for a busy stretch of summer reveals, landing just before annual events like Summer Game Fest and Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase. For PlayStation owners, the Until Dawn 2 announcement is the marquee takeaway, while the Classics additions and PS Plus update give subscribers something to dig into right away.