Marvel's Wolverine opens, God of War Laufey closes: what Sony's State of Play brought us

State of Play on June 2, 2026 was packed with announcements, new footage and release dates. Sony opened the broadcast with an in-depth look at Marvel's Wolverine and closed with the reveal of a brand-new God of War entry: God of War Laufey. In between? A flood of updates that will keep PS5 owners busy for the rest of 2026. I watched the broadcast and have listed the highlights for you.

Game Mania XP earlier reported that this State of Play would focus on Marvel's Wolverine, and that turned out to be accurate. The show opened with a long gameplay demo in which the developer from Insomniac Games showed how Logan's adamantium claws feel in action. From quick combos to bloody finishers - the tone is clearly mature. We also got a release date: September 15, 2026, as previously reported. A specific price was not mentioned, but expect the standard EUR 79.99 to EUR 69.99 (converted USD 69.99 is roughly EUR 60.09, but that is without any possible PS5 price differentiation).

Marvel's Wolverine - a close-up of the claws

The gameplay footage of Wolverine was exactly what fans wanted: a linear, narrative-driven action game with a hefty dose of brutality. Insomniac stressed that the story stands apart from their Spider-Man games, but the playstyle feels familiar. Think quick dodges, using the environment as a weapon, and a regeneration mechanic that suits Wolverine. It looked sharp, though the question remains whether an open world or a more structured approach is the right choice. I am curious whether the game finds the balance between spectacle and deep character drama - something Insomniac does well.

God of War Laufey - a new direction for the series?

The closer was a complete surprise: God of War Laufey. The title refers to the birth name of Loki's mother in Norse mythology, which immediately raises questions. Do we get a story set before the events of the previous games? Or does it revolve around a completely new character? Sony showed a short cinematic with atmospheric images of an icy landscape and a mysterious voice. A release date was not given, but the rumor mill is already working overtime. After the epic ending of God of War Ragnarok it is interesting to see which direction Santa Monica Studio chooses. Laufey could be a spin-off or an entirely new chapter.

The rest of 2026 looks busy

Beyond these two heavyweights, there were plenty of other announcements in the broadcast. Developers from around the world showed new footage of upcoming titles, including a few surprise release dates for the coming months. Think a new trailer for the previously announced Marathon, which enters early access in September, and a gameplay demo of the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Smaller titles too, like a charming indie about building bridges, got a spot. For European players it is good to know that almost all shown games appear in the region, although some physical editions may come later or only digitally. Keep an eye on the local PlayStation Store.

All in all, Sony confirms with this State of Play that it wants to profile itself with a varied offering: AAA blockbusters alongside creative indie projects. The focus on Wolverine and God of War Laufey underscores that first-party exclusives still form the backbone of the PS5 lineup. What did you think of the broadcast? Which announcement stood out for you? Let us know in the comments.