Everything Announced at November's PlayStation State of Play
During today's State of Play, a presentation centered on Japanese studios and developers, several exciting announcements were made. Though the end of the year seemed quiet, PlayStation surprised fans with a November event focused exclusively on games created in Japan and by developers across Asia.
The event was hosted by Yuki Kaji, known for voicing Hope in Final Fantasy 13. If you expected news related to Final Fantasy 13, this was the place to find out.
For those who missed the broadcast, or who were too excited by one announcement to catch everything, here is a complete recap of the reveals and trailers shown on November 11’s State of Play Japan.
Highlights from the Presentation
While players are currently enjoying Dragon Quest 1+2 HD2D Remake, the event opened with a fresh look at Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. A brief gameplay snippet was shown, and the game is scheduled for release on February 5, 2026.
“Just as we're all busy sinking tens of hours into Dragon Quest 1+2 HD2D Remake, today's State of Play kicked off with a reminder that before we know it, we'll have more reimagined Dragon Quest to play.”
Focus on Japanese and Asian Developers
- The State of Play showcased a variety of projects from Japanese studios.
- The presentation emphasized the creativity and innovation coming from developers throughout Asia.
- It delivered new trailers and updates exclusive to this regional focus.
This event was unique in spotlighting a regionally concentrated set of games, affirming PlayStation's commitment to highlighting diverse development talents.
Summary
The November State of Play brought fresh excitement for Asian-developed games, with Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined as a standout reveal, promising more captivating RPG experiences in early 2026.
Author's summary: November’s State of Play shined a spotlight on Japanese and Asian developers, energizing fans with new trailers, including the eagerly awaited Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined releasing in February 2026.