Sony has confirmed a new State of Play with “more than 35 minutes” of updates from first-party teams, third-party partners and indies. It streams on Wednesday, 24 September at 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 11pm CEST, which is Thursday, 25 September at 1:00am UAE time. The show includes an extended look at Housemarque’s Saros, due in 2026.
When is State of Play in the UAE?
A quick heads-up so you don’t miss it.
- Global times: 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 11pm CEST
- UAE time: Thu, 25 Sept, 1:00am (GST)
- Where to watch: PlayStation’s YouTube and Twitch channels
- Runtime: “35+ minutes” of news and reveals
Set an alarm if you’re in the UAE. Late slot, but short enough to watch live without wrecking your morning. If you want a primer on how Sony handles these streams, our recent guide to a previous State of Play has the basics for watching in the UAE and managing expectations.
Saros takes centre stage
Housemarque is back after Returnal with a new IP.
- What Sony says: an “extended look” at Saros during this show
- Platforms: PS5 with PS5 Pro enhancements
- Window: 2026
- Pitch: builds on Housemarque’s “gameplay-first” style with persistent progression systems
Saros is set on Carcosa under a looming eclipse, starring Arjun Devraj, a Soltari Enforcer. Expect third-person action and progression that sticks between runs—Housemarque has talked about coming back stronger after each death, a clear change from Returnal’s harsher resets. We’re keen to see if tonight’s footage shows raw gameplay or keeps it cinematic.
What else to expect (without the hype)
Sony’s line is clear: this isn’t a marathon showcase, but it should move fast.
- Focus: “anticipated third-party and indie titles,” plus updates from PlayStation Studios, including probably, maybe Wolverine
- Tone: announcement beats and new looks rather than deep-dive dev talks
- Good sign: 35 minutes is long enough to fit 8–12 games if pacing is snappy
If you’re tuning in for a big first-party blowout, temper it. These shorter State of Play streams tend to feature a mix of trailers and a couple of longer segments. With Saros taking extra screen time, expect a few mid-tier reveals and some dates or demos for games you’ve already seen this year.
hould you be excited for Saros?
Short answer: yes—cautiously.
- Proven studio: Housemarque nailed combat feel in Returnal
- Broader appeal: permanent upgrades should make runs less punishing
- Next-gen target: designed for PS5 with PS5 Pro enhancements from day one
The big test is variety and progression. If each return to Carcosa meaningfully changes your loadout and the world state, Saros could hook more players than Returnal did. Tonight’s extended segment should give us a read on pace, enemy mix, and how story feeds into repeat runs.
What time is PlayStation’s State of Play in the UAE?
Thursday, 25 September at 1:00am (GST). The global start is 2pm PT on Wednesday.
Will Saros be on PS5 Pro?
Sony and Housemarque list PS5 with PS5 Pro enhancements and a 2026 window.
Where do I watch?
On PlayStation’s YouTube and Twitch channels; the VOD will be available after.
