State of Play today: start times, how to watch, what to expect

TL;DR:

Sony streams State of Play today, September 24, 2025.
Start time is 2 p.m. PT, 5 p.m. ET, 11 p.m. CEST.
Runtime is about 35 minutes with PS Studios and partners.
Watch on PlayStation’s YouTube or Twitch channels.
Expect updates on known titles and a few surprises.

PlayStation’s State of Play is Sony’s recurring video showcase for new trailers and updates. Sony confirmed today’s stream for Wednesday, September 24, 2025, starting at 2 p.m. PT, 5 p.m. ET, and 11 p.m. CEST, with a runtime near 35 minutes. The show streams on YouTube and Twitch.

Sony notes the presentation will feature updates from PlayStation Studios and partner developers. Independent trackers and outlets list the same times across regions, matching Sony’s schedule.

How to watch anywhere

You can watch the stream on the official PlayStation YouTube or Twitch channels. If you miss it live, PlayStation usually posts the full video on demand shortly after the show ends. Several outlets provide live blogs and condensed recaps for quick scanning.

Quick global start times on September 24, 2025

Region	Local time
US Pacific	2 p.m. PT
US Eastern	5 p.m. ET
UK	10 p.m. BST
Central Europe	11 p.m. CEST
Japan	6 a.m. JST on September 25

Times align with Sony’s official post and regional guides.

What to expect this time

Sony frames this show as a compact update with a mix of first party and partner news. Outlets covering the announcement suggest a balanced slate of trailers, gameplay, and near-term updates, not a longform hardware briefing. That fits a 35-minute format.

Housemarque’s next project, Saros, has been spotlighted in pre-show coverage. It is a new action game from the Returnal studio, with more details expected to surface around major Sony beats. If Saros appears, look for a story trailer and a clearer window for testing or release.

Media speculation also circles familiar partners. Capcom reveals often land in State of Play slots, so fans are watching for a fresh Resident Evil tease. Treat any predictions as guesses until the stream rolls.

Smart ways to follow the show

Set reminders on YouTube. PlayStation publishes the waiting room early. Notifications help you catch the open.
Open a live blog. If you cannot watch with sound, a live blog summarizes beats in real time.
Track official posts. The PlayStation Blog usually posts a roundup article with links to individual trailers.

What not to expect

Do not bank on deep dives that exceed the 35-minute window. Large gameplay breakdowns tend to get their own dedicated streams near launch, as seen with recent franchise showcases.

Post-show checklist

Use this simple list to catch up fast after the stream.

Task	Why it helps
Skim the PlayStation Blog recap	One page gathers every trailer and date
Watch the full VOD at 1.25x speed	You get every detail in less time.
Note release dates and betas	You can plan preorders and downloads.
Follow studio social feeds	Teams often share extra clips and FAQs.

Background: how State of Play has evolved

State of Play slots appear several times per year with focused lineups. Sony uses them to pace updates around bigger tentpoles and partner beats like Tokyo Game Show. Today’s timing, on September 24, sits right before TGS week coverage, which usually boosts third-party reveals.

Earlier this year, the June 4 State of Play delivered a stacked roundup with first looks and release date checks. That cadence hints this show will refine timelines and keep momentum into the holiday window.

Why it matters

PlayStation has several announced titles due for more detail. Short, regular showcases keep players informed and help studios manage hype. A crisp 35-minute show can still shift wishlists, preload plans, and hardware accessory interest before peak shopping season.

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