PlayStation's Japan-Centric State of Play Showcase
PlayStation recently held a 40-minute State of Play event focused exclusively on games developed in Japan and other parts of Asia. The presentation was hosted by Yuki Kaji, known for his role in Ys, and streamed only in Japanese, with English subtitles available for international viewers.
Dragon Quest VII Remastered
The showcase began with a story-driven trailer for Dragon Quest VII Remastered, a complete reimagining of the classic title. Despite expectations of Japanese audio with English subtitles, the trailer itself was in English. The game is scheduled for release on February 5, 2026.
inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories
This upcoming management simulation lets players operate a corner store, managing inventory, interacting with customers, and collecting items from vending machines. It is set for release in April 2026.
Coffee Talk Tokyo
The latest entry in the Coffee Talk series, Coffee Talk Tokyo, transports players to a cyberpunk Tokyo where they create coffee-based drinks for various patrons. The release date is March 5, 2026.
BrokenLore Horror Series
Two new installments in the BrokenLore horror series were also announced, expanding this chilling franchise.
“The State of Play Japan showcase was hosted by Ys actor Yuki Kaji and streamed only in Japanese, with English subtitles available.”
Author's summary: Sony’s Japan-centric State of Play highlighted diverse upcoming PS5 titles, showcasing everything from remastered classics to unique management and horror games set for release in 2026.