Rumor: PlayStation State of Play Coming Next Month

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Rumor: PlayStation State of Play Coming Next Month

Key Takeaways

  • A reliable insider claims that PlayStation could hold a State of Play at the end of September 2024.
  • The long-rumored PS5 Pro may also be revealed during this State of Play.
  • PlayStation fans expecting a full-fledged Showcase for new PS5 first-party game announcements may be disappointed, but the rumored State of Play timeline curiously matches up with Tokyo Game Show 2024.

As a long-time PlayStation enthusiast who has been following the console’s every move since the PS1 days, I must say that this latest rumor has me both excited and a tad disappointed. On one hand, the potential revelation of the long-rumored PS5 Pro at the end of September is definitely something to look forward to. However, the fact that we might not get a full-fledged Showcase for new PS5 first-party game announcements this year is a bit of a bummer.

A reliable source claims that Sony’s gaming console, PlayStation, could potentially host a State of Play event in late September. The last State of Play for PlayStation took place at the end of May 2024 and was met with mixed feelings from fans who had been eagerly anticipating some fresh first-party announcements after a lengthy wait.

PlayStation tends to unveil major first-party game releases during its larger Showcase events, but the irregular timing of these broadcasts can make it challenging to keep track. For instance, the 2023 PlayStation Showcase took place in May, there was no Showcase event in 2022, and the 2021 Showcase occurred in September. On the other hand, State of Plays are more predictable as they happen three to four times annually by PlayStation. However, these State of Play livestreams seldom introduce new PlayStation first-party games; instead, they primarily focus on updates for existing or already announced first-party titles and collaborations with third parties.

The unexpected reveal of Team Asobi’s Astro Bot during the May 2024 State of Play was delightful, yet many PlayStation enthusiasts have been yearning for a comprehensive Showcase featuring upcoming PS5 exclusives over the next few years. However, it appears that the much-anticipated PlayStation Showcase might once again be out of reach for fans, as trusted gaming insider Jeff Grubb hinted during the latest episode of Game Mess Mornings that PlayStation may host another State of Play at the end of September. Grubb emphasized that this event is “not a Showcase,” possibly to manage fan expectations appropriately.

Rumored September State of Play Could Finally Reveal the PS5 Pro

Fans of PlayStation had been hoping for a potential 2024 showcase in September following the underwhelming May State of Play. This rumor may dismay them. However, there’s an intriguing possibility: insider Grubb suggested that Sony might finally address the long-circulating rumors about the PS5 Pro during the alleged September State of Play. According to his sources, the PS5 Pro is still on schedule for release later this year, and while he can’t guarantee that the upgraded console will be unveiled in the September showcase, he questions where else it might be announced.

Interestingly, Sony has confirmed they’ll participate as a regular exhibitor at the Tokyo Game Show 2024 from September 26 to September 29. This timing lines up with leaked information about a potential State of Play event. The overlapping dates might imply that Sony is considering linking these two events, perhaps showcasing any announcements made during the State of Play more extensively at their booth in Tokyo Game Show. For example, the rumored PS5 Pro could be officially unveiled during the State of Play and then demonstrated live at their booth in Tokyo. At this point, it seems like hopeful speculation, but we’ll hopefully get a clearer picture in the coming weeks.

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2024-08-26 21:35