Everything We Saw At PlayStation's Japan-Centric State Of Play
PlayStation held a 40-minute State of Play showcase focused on upcoming PS5 games developed in Japan and other Asian studios. The event was hosted by Yuki Kaji, known for voicing in Ys, and streamed only in Japanese with English subtitles available.
Featured Games
Dragon Quest VII Remastered
The presentation began with a story-driven trailer for Dragon Quest VII Remastered, a full reimagining of the classic title. Interestingly, the trailer was in English despite expectations of Japanese audio. The game is set to release on February 5.
inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories
This management simulation lets players run a corner store, manage inventory, interact with customers, and collect items from vending machines. It will launch in April 2026.
Coffee Talk Tokyo
The next installment in the coffee shop social simulator series, Coffee Talk Tokyo, invites players to serve coffee to customers in a cyberpunk Tokyo setting. It is scheduled for release on March 5.
BrokenLore Horror Series
Two new games are coming soon as part of the BrokenLore horror series, extending the franchise's eerie storytelling.
"Today, Sony held a State of Play showcase to talk about upcoming PlayStation 5 games, but this one was a little different. This one was specifically focused on Japan-developed games, as well as projects from other Asian studios."
The full 40-minute presentation is available with English subtitles for those interested in watching all the reveals.
Author's Summary
This Japan-focused State of Play highlighted unique titles like Dragon Quest VII Remastered and Coffee Talk Tokyo, showcasing diverse gameplay ahead for PS5 players.