The Japan-focused State of Play event delivered a packed lineup of game reveals, fresh gameplay previews, and confirmed release dates. The livestream featured major upcoming titles alongside new announcements and developer insights.
This roguelike action spin-off from the BlazBlue series will launch on PlayStation 5 on February 12, 2026. Featuring 14 beloved characters and an original storyline, the game offers deep character build options, allowing players to tailor their playstyles.
Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.
The single-player psychological horror anthology BrokenLore revealed two key updates during the show:
Additionally, the event featured a surprise reveal of BrokenLore: Ascend, a Tokyo-set survival horror game with climbing mechanics. This title is a spin-off from the Coffee Talk series.
The latest from the Coffee Talk series, Coffee Talk Tokyo, will launch on PlayStation 5 on March 5, 2026.
For those who missed the livestream or want a quick overview, the full show is available to watch below the announcements.
“Today’s special Japan-focused State of Play was packed with content from start to finish.”
Summary: The November 2025 State of Play Japan revealed several exciting titles, including roguelike, psychological horror, and cozy narrative games, all with confirmed release dates for early 2026.