Sony Gears up for a High-Stakes State of Play as PS Plus Faces Boycott Heat
Sony may be holding a trump card for September. According to NateTheHate2—a leaker with a strong PlayStation track record—a new State of Play is reportedly in the works, just when the brand needs it most.
You couldn’t ask for better timing. As September’s underwhelming PS Plus lineup fuels the PS Blackout movement, NateTheHate2 claimed this Sunday that a State of Play is “incredibly likely” for next month. With Wolverine as a PS5 exclusive, GTA 6 on the horizon for November, and a potentially historic fall lineup, Sony has plenty to show off. The company itself hasn’t commented yet.
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A September State of Play to rescue PlayStation’s fall
It all started with a tweet this Sunday from NateTheHate2, a well-known PlayStation insider. He stated that a State of Play in September is “incredibly likely” and that he’s working to confirm the exact date. Short but weighty: NateTheHate2 has a solid track record, having accurately predicted several State of Play events and first-party announcements in the past.
Working to confirm the date; but a State of Play in September is looking incredibly likely and soon.— NateTheHate2 (@NateTheHate2) August 30, 2026
— (@NateTheHate2) date
The timing lines up. Sony has made a habit of dropping a State of Play in September: September 25 last year, September 24 in 2024, and even September 9 in 2021. Right after Gamescom, it’s a strategic window to take back the narrative for the fall. And this year, Sony might need it more than ever, with the PS Blackout movement still going strong.
Wolverine and GTA 6: Sony could go big this fall
If the event happens, Sony’s showcase could be stacked. Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games is set for a PS5 exclusive launch this September. Grand Theft Auto 6 lands in November. In between, Sony could deliver a fall lineup packed like never before, with other releases like Dynasty Warriors 3 Remastered and Final Fantasy Resonance. A State of Play would be the perfect stage to spotlight this concentration of titles and remind everyone of the PlayStation ecosystem’s value—including PS Plus, which is at the heart of the current backlash.
Beyond the blockbusters, the show could also tease updates on more distant projects. Think Intergalactic from Naughty Dog, which has been keeping a low profile. Here’s what Sony could theoretically put on the table:
- An in-depth look at Marvel’s Wolverine, just days before release
- Gameplay or a new trailer for GTA 6 on PS5
- Announcements for Dynasty Warriors 3 Remastered and Final Fantasy Resonance
- Potential first-party surprises for 2027 and beyond
Can we believe it? NateTheHate’s track record and Sony’s silence
NateTheHate2 isn’t just any leaker. He’s built a reputation for reliable PlayStation scoops, with multiple accurate predictions about State of Play dates and showcase content. Still, his message is cautious: he says he’s working to confirm the date and uses “incredibly likely” instead of making a definitive claim. High confidence, but not a guarantee.
As for corroboration, the pattern fits. Sony hasn’t missed a major September event since 2021, and the business context—with Wolverine to promote and the PS Plus strategy to defend—makes a State of Play seem logical. Sony, however, hasn’t commented so far, which is par for the course: State of Play announcements usually drop just a week or two before the event.
If Sony really is prepping a September show, an official announcement should land in the next few days. If nothing happens by mid-September, this rumor will start to look shaky—and PlayStation could miss a golden chance to win back its community with real action.
