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Rumor: State of Play Event Happening Next Week

As noted by a known insider, a few hints suggest a new State of Play event could take place next week, with a few potential reveals already known.

gamerant.com

This information comes way of known insider Tom Henderson; however, it should be clear that this is more of a piecing together of known information than a report. Henderson believes a State of Play could happen next week for a couple of reasons. First, Sony is expected to show off new hardware soon, including a PS5 Pro controller, and a State of Play could be a fine stage for that.

Secondly, the Gran Turismo producer recently stated an update on the new game is coming “next week,” but Henderson notes he said this on a Sunday. This muddies up whether he means June 20-24 or June 27-July 1, but the most likely answer is the latter. All of this bodes well, but there’s one more piece of key information that really drives this rumor home.

Finally, Henderson also points to Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier and his report that God of War: Ragnarok is planned to release in November. Two of his sources also claim the announcement of that date would come later this month. Now, it could be that Sony just releases three semi-related updates on first-party titles and hardware over the coming days/weeks, but Henderson is right that this smells like a State of Play event happening soon.

 

[killatopak]

Hopefully, my avatar is safe by next week.

 

[Evolved1]

Hopefully. And hopefully they show the pro controller so I can finally pre-order it.

 

[ParaSeoul]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

 

[Rac3r]

Lol Kaz's tweet probably has nothing to do with a potential State of Play. They've been teasing new cars with cryptic images since GT Sport. It's a tradition at this point. A SoP could happen, but I would be surprised if they showed GT7 content.

 

[Evolved1]

Would be comical if it's just a blog post and a couple quick hardware ads/spots sony often uploads their YouTube channel.

 

[yurinka]

Tom made a reasonable guess.

It would also be a good idea to remind there that after the European release of tomorrow the new PS+ will be available worldwide, to hype a bit the upcoming EVO or to show gameplay of the TLOU remake. Plus maybe share some stuff about PSVR2 and to announce upcoming PS+ stuff. Regarding PSVR2, if the GT7 is something more than just announcing another random game update or its movie, I think it will be the announcement of full PSVR2 support in GT7.

 

[CaptainSuperFish]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

As much as I'd love a showcase myself I think they are adamant about sticking with the SoP format, which is a shame honestly.

 

[ParaSeoul]

As much as I'd love a showcase myself I think they are adamant about sticking with the SoP format, which is a shame honestly.

We've had one each previous year so maybe theres a chance.

 

[kyliethicc]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

Probably yeah.

 

[Elios83]

It seems like he's just connecting the docs and he hasn't actually heard things about it.
In any case it's likely there will be something God of War related soon.

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

It's really likely if they talk about GOW soon.
In that case June would have been a pretty eventful month anyway thanks to Square and Capcom announcements + GoW news.

 

[Johnny Concrete]

Give me a PSVR2 release date so we can finally start this generation..

 

[balls of snow]

Lol just a summary of rumors last week. Get out there and get me some leakers Tom.

 

[Kenneth Haight]

Bring the heavy hitters Jimbo

 

[ParaSeoul]

Lol just a summary of rumors last week. Get out there and get me some leakers Tom.

he only had the snitch

 

[KingHippo1967]

The Gran Turismo thing is a complete non-starter. Yamauchi has been tweeting the exact same thing every month since launch when a new update is on the way. It's going to be another free patch with three new cars, hence his tweet with the three cars in silhouette, just like it was in April and May.

There may be a State of Play coming up, there may not, but Yamauchi's tweet about a GT update is entirely unrelated.

 

[nominedomine]

There is always a State of Play on the way but not all State of Plays are created equal.

 

[THEAP99]

Spoiler: it's not

 

[Punished Miku]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

 

[AJUMP23]

I hear the PS5 is an unreliable piece of hardware. Breaks after a year.

 

[ParaSeoul]

 

[ParaSeoul]

I hear the PS5 is an unreliable piece of hardware. Breaks after a year.

 

[Tiago Rodrigues]

Add to all this: Sony To Reveal 3 New Headsets And 2 New Monitors Next Week

Not really connected to PlayStation per say...but sounds like a lot is happening.

Sony is probably waiting for the new PS Plus to be all over the world to announce more stuff probably.

 

[SJRB]

About time Sony dropped some bombs, honestly.

 

[HeisenbergFX4]

 

[Badlucktroll]

 

[saintjules]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

I'm with you. But I'd rather wait that long if they are compiling up some major games to show and not show us fillers.

 

[Hugare]

... But we had one 2 weeks ago

As much as I want more games being announced, jfc just announce everything all at once, Sony

 

[3liteDragon]

We getting an announcement today?

 

[Jaybe]

Thanks Tom for introducing zero new information

 

[Ferdimage]

I was very satisfied with the last SOP.
RE4 , SF6 and FFXVI. I wonder what can top it.

 

[MasterCornholio]

We getting an announcement today?

 

[DonJorginho]

 

[SlimySnake]

Lets hope it’s a PlayStation showcase instead of a state of play.

 

[nominedomine]

I want a showcase not a state of play. Are they really going to wait until September for that?

Most likely yes. Why would they not have saved FFVII Rebirth reveal or the FFXVI trailer for their event if it was going to happen anytime soon?

We are probably getting a The Last of Us Part I deep dive SoP soon as well like every other big Sony game got so far.

 

[NeoGiffer]

 

[Orpheum]

Bloodborne PS5 patch pls

 

[sncvsrtoip]

gt7 content update is once per month and has nothing to do with state of play ;d

 

[Boss Mog]

I thought this was known for a while. Rumor also says that GoW release date is 11/18/22. They might also show a new dualsense Pro controller with rear paddles and removable sticks which would be nice since they are prone to stick drift amongst other wear so it would be nice to be able to change them if there's a problem.

 

[Camreezie]

But what does The Snitch say

 

[Swift_Star]

Let’s hope so.

 

[MasterCornholio]

Lets hope it’s a PlayStation showcase instead of a state of play.

Unfortunately I think it’s to early for a showcase. I hope I’m wrong though.

 

[SlimySnake]

Most likely yes. Why would they not have saved FFVII Rebirth reveal or the FFXVI trailer for their event if it was going to happen anytime soon?

We are probably getting a The Last of Us Part I deep dive SoP soon as well like every other big Sony game got so far.

yeah, Sony has two big releases this year and they will likely just do State of Plays for them closer to release. I wouldnt expect a GOW state of play until October and TLOU state of play until August.

They might skip the September showcase altogether. They revealed just two new games last year and both had either CG or cinematic trailers. Yes, it's insomniac but i doubt they will have gameplay trailers ready for them in just one year. I think Sony will just do an E3 style show next year in June. The TLOU factions doesnt seem to be ready to be shown this year so thats next year too. Cory's new IP is likely put on the backburner to ensure GOW gets out this year so thats likely next year too. Ghosts of Tsushima 2, Death Stranding 2 which just started shooting, and Sony Bend's new IP might be ready for a reveal next year.

Unfortunately I think it’s to early for a showcase. I hope I’m wrong though.

I agree. See above.

 

[FunkMiller]

If…. Big IF… that existed, they’d wait for a big showcase to unveil it.

 

[RoadHazard]

Please don't be shit like every State of Play. I want a real fucking E3-level presentation.

 

[Badlucktroll]

I was very satisfied with the last SOP.
RE4 , SF6 and FFXVI. I wonder what can top it.

 

[Swift_Star]

But what does The Snitch say

He won’t say anything until the videos are uploaded to youtube.

 

[Borowski_1]

I just want the release date for a certain game

 

[Bartski]

SoP: TLOUP1 gameplay, Returnal PC, GoW:R release date.

Spoiler

 

[RoadHazard]

I just want the release date for a certain game

Me too, but I would be surprised if Sony announced the date for BotW2.