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Five Singapore Games to Watch From SEAGS 2026

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Five Singapore studios took the global stage at the Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 this past weekend — and their projects cover everything from a romance visual novel set right here in Singapore to a monster brawler with cendol and you tiao on the menu. If you missed the showcase, here’s your Singapore-focused rundown.

[OFFICIAL PREMIERE] Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 (SEAGS) — via SEA Games Showcase (SEAGS) on YouTube

Singapore Game Developers at the Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026

Now in its second year, the Southeast Asian Games Showcase (SEAGS) is a premium annual online showcase for developers from Southeast Asia and the diaspora. The 2026 edition aired on 6 June as part of Summer Game Fest, streaming live on the official SEAGS YouTube and Twitch channels and simultaneously on The Game Awards YouTube channel. A total of 35 games from studios across the region were featured — five of them from Singapore.

The Five Singapore Games From SEAGS 2026

Merry Crisis (Monsoon Games) — A Visual Novel Set in Singapore

Monsoon Games’ Merry Crisis is the most locally resonant of the five. It is a romance visual novel about returning to Singapore for Christmas after a difficult breakup, navigating a charged reunion with a first love, an unexpected visit from a recent ex, and a new connection with a musician next door. By New Year’s Eve, you have to choose: the life you built abroad, or home.

The game is set between Singapore and New York, and the Singapore sequences draw on local settings and family dynamics. Players can customise gender identity and relationship type (straight or queer), with the story adapting to each choice. Merry Crisis promises over 12 hours of gameplay and is targeting Q4 2026 on PC, with a free extended demo already live on Steam.

Merry Crisis key art — Singapore route — Monsoon Games
Image courtesy of Monsoon Games

HellHeart Breaker (BattleBrew Productions) — Singapore on the Menu

BattleBrew Productions — the Singapore studio behind cooking RPG Cusineer — showed off their next project: HellHeart Breaker. The action game takes players to the Kappa Market, a supernatural food court where the specialities include cendol, you tiao, and durian mango sago. If a game has ever felt more unmistakably Singaporean in its DNA, we haven’t played it. HellHeart Breaker is targeting Q2 2027.

Hoa 2 (Skrollcat Studio) — The Ghibli-Esque Sequel Goes 3D

Skrollcat Studio’s original Hoa built a loyal following with its hand-painted art direction and meditative puzzle-platformer gameplay, drawing frequent comparisons to Studio Ghibli. Hoa 2 preserves that visual identity — the lush hand-painted aesthetic and gentle tone are still front and centre — but makes the move to full 3D environments. No firm release date was given at SEAGS 2026; the studio confirmed it is “coming soon.”

Hoa 2 screenshot — Skrollcat Studio's 3D sequel to the acclaimed puzzle platformer
Image courtesy of Skrollcat Studio

13Z: The Zodiac Trials (Mixed Realms) — Claim the 13th Position

Mixed Realms opened their 13Z: The Zodiac Trials reveal trailer with the line “12 walked this path before” — a nod to the Chinese zodiac as players compete to earn the elusive 13th zodiac spot. Details are still thin, but the trailer suggests an action title with mythological stakes. Mixed Realms is targeting Q4 2026.

Growing My Manhole (SylverDev) — Eat the Universe

SylverDev’s Growing My Manhole is a Q3 2026 roguelike built around progressive upgrades — specifically, consuming more and more of the universe. Unusual premise, potentially very satisfying loop. One to keep an eye on for fans of scale-climbing and incremental games.

The Wider SEAGS 2026 Lineup Is Worth a Watch Too

Beyond Singapore’s five entries, the full showcase was packed. Malaysian studio Metronomik showed a new story trailer for No Straight Roads 2. Passion Republic Games confirmed a 9 July release for the GigaBash: Ultraman Zero DLC. Filipino studio Polychroma Games unveiled Until Then: Afterimages, a DLC expansion for their acclaimed narrative adventure, releasing 18 June. Indonesian and Thai studios rounded out the bill with a strong mix of horror, cosy games, and brawlers.

The full showcase video — all 35 games — is on the SEA Games Showcase YouTube channel.

Last Words

Five Singapore studios on the same global stage at once is a meaningful moment for the local game development scene. From the deeply personal homecoming story of Merry Crisis to the local-food-fuelled spectacle of HellHeart Breaker, Singapore’s developers are making games with a clear sense of place. Keep these studios bookmarked — Q3 and Q4 2026 are shaping up to be busy.

Stay up to date with the latest in Singapore gaming via our Game News coverage on GameTrader.SG.

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Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Your Singapore Watch Guide

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If you’re a Singapore gamer staying up late tonight, point your browser to YouTube.com/Xbox — the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 kicks off at 1am SGT on Monday, 8 June, followed immediately by the dedicated Gears of War: E-Day Direct. Between Halo finally coming to PlayStation and a Gears origin story running on Unreal Engine 5, there’s a lot on the table.

Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Singapore Watch Times

Xbox officially confirmed the event on Xbox Wire. Here’s when it hits for key time zones:

  • Singapore (SGT): Monday 8 June, 1:00am
  • Japan (JST): Monday 8 June, 2:00am
  • Australia (AEST): Monday 8 June, 3:00am
  • UK (BST): Sunday 7 June, 6:00pm

Streaming on YouTube.com/Xbox and Twitch.tv/Xbox in 4K60 — both are freely accessible in Singapore without a VPN or subscription. The Gears of War: E-Day Direct begins the moment the main Showcase wraps.

Gears of War: E-Day Direct — The Prequel We’ve Been Waiting For

Gears of War E-Day key art showing Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago
Image courtesy of Xbox

Developed by The Coalition and People Can Fly, Gears of War: E-Day is the prequel that takes the saga back to the beginning — Emergence Day, the catastrophic moment 14 years before the original Gears of War when the Locust Horde first surfaced. You play as a young Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago as Sera falls around them.

Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game boasts “over 100 times more environment and character detail” than Gears 5, with hardware-accelerated ray tracing, a new destruction system, and rebuilt gore mechanics. It’s confirmed for Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2026. Tonight’s Direct is expected to go deep on gameplay, story and release timing.

Gears of War: E-Day | Official Announce Trailer (In-Engine) — via XBOX on YouTube

Halo: Campaign Evolved — Finally Coming to PlayStation

Halo Campaign Evolved key art with Master Chief
Image courtesy of Xbox

This is the one Singapore’s large PlayStation base has been quietly hoping for. Halo: Campaign Evolved — a ground-up remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign by Halo Studios — is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5. It’s the first time a mainline Halo game has ever launched on a Sony console, and cross-platform play and shared progression between Xbox, PC and PS5 are built in from day one.

What’s New in the Remake

Halo Campaign Evolved gameplay screenshot
Image courtesy of Xbox

Beyond the rebuilt HD visuals and remastered soundtrack, Halo Studios confirmed these additions over the original 2001 campaign:

  • 4-player online co-op (plus 2-player split-screen on consoles)
  • 3 new pre-campaign missions featuring Sergeant Avery Johnson
  • 9 additional weapons, including the Energy Sword and Battle Rifle
  • Enemy vehicle hijacking and a four-seat Warthog
  • “Dozens of Skulls” gameplay modifiers for randomised chaos

The game arrives in 2026 — a specific release date may be confirmed at tonight’s Showcase. It’s available to wishlist now on the Xbox, Steam, and PlayStation storefronts.

What Else Could Drop Tonight

Xbox hasn’t announced a full games list ahead of the show, but reliable leakers have pointed to several other titles making appearances — including Persona 6, State of Decay 3, and updates on other first-party Xbox titles. Take those as unconfirmed until the show airs. Check back here after the showcase for our full breakdown of everything announced.

You can also catch other gaming news from this week’s Summer Game Fest lineup on GameTrader.SG.

Last words

For Singapore gamers who’ve never owned an Xbox, Halo: Campaign Evolved coming to PS5 is arguably the biggest Xbox Showcase story in years — the iconic shooter finally lands on hardware most of us already own. Set your alarm or leave the stream open; the Gears of War: E-Day Direct should give us a proper first gameplay look at one of 2026’s most anticipated Xbox titles. We’ll be back with a full recap once the dust settles.

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Resident Evil: Veronica — Code Veronica Remake Confirmed

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After 26 years of fan requests, Capcom has finally made the Resident Evil Veronica remake official. Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026 on 5 June, Resident Evil: Veronica is a ground-up rebuild of the 2000 survival horror classic — and it is heading to PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2027.

Resident Evil Veronica – Official Reveal Trailer (4K) | IGN Summer of Gaming — via IGN on YouTube

What Is Resident Evil: Veronica?

Back in 2000, Resident Evil — Code: Veronica launched on the Sega Dreamcast as the first mainline RE game to render its environments in real-time 3D. It followed Claire Redfield as she infiltrates an Umbrella island facility — Rockfort Island — in a desperate search for her brother Chris. The story brought back fan-favourite villain Albert Wesker and introduced the terrifying T-Veronica virus, delivering some of the darkest moments in the entire series.

While Capcom has remade RE2 (2019), RE3 (2020) and RE4 (2023) to great critical acclaim, Code Veronica remained the obvious gap — beloved by long-time fans but never brought to modern hardware with a full makeover. That gap closes in 2027.

The remake drops the “Code” from the name, arriving simply as Resident Evil: Veronica — a naming pattern that mirrors how the series has handled its recent remakes.

Survival Horror, Rebuilt from the Ground Up

Claire Redfield in Resident Evil Veronica remake
Image courtesy of Capcom

Capcom has made clear that this will not be a tank-controls nostalgia trip. The remake features modernised controls consistent with the recent RE Engine entries, bringing the original’s fixed-camera corridors into the fluid, over-the-shoulder era. Early details point to a tone that leans firmly into horror — so expect more dread and fewer set-piece moments than, say, RE4 Remake.

Claire and Chris Redfield return as the playable characters, with Wesker once again pulling strings as the central antagonist. The reveal trailer showed a brief glimpse of Rockfort Island’s gothic castle sections alongside the Antarctic Umbrella compound — both recognisable to veterans of the original, now rendered in detail that would have been unthinkable on Dreamcast.

Platforms and What Singapore Gamers Need to Know

Castle facility environment in Resident Evil Veronica remake
Image courtesy of Capcom

Resident Evil: Veronica is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC, launching sometime in 2027. No specific release date has been announced yet, and Singapore retail pricing is to be confirmed.

The Switch 2 inclusion is particularly welcome for local fans — Singapore’s Nintendo community has grown significantly since the Switch 2 launch, and having a flagship survival horror title on the platform means more players can join in without needing multiple consoles. You can already wishlist the game on Steam for PC.

There is no word yet on a Singapore-exclusive collector’s edition or local launch event, but given how Capcom handled the RE4 Remake launch in the region, expect local retailers to announce pre-order bundles once a firm date is set. Keep an eye on GameXtreme, GameMartz and major platform digital stores for updates.

The Remake Everyone Was Waiting For

Singapore RE fans have been patient. RE2 Remake blew expectations in 2019, RE3 Remake landed in 2020, RE4 Remake raised the bar again in 2023 — and each time, the question on local forums was: “So when is Code Veronica getting its turn?” Capcom’s answer, it turns out, was Summer Game Fest 2026.

With the full remake trilogy of PS1-era classics now wrapped up and Code Veronica finally in production, Capcom appears to be building toward a complete modern RE canon. Whether Veronica will carry the same critical heat as its predecessors remains to be seen, but the pedigree — and the demand — is certainly there. For more game news as details emerge, stay tuned to GameTrader.SG.

Last Words

Resident Evil: Veronica is real, it is coming in 2027, and it is on every major platform including Nintendo Switch 2. For Singapore fans who have been replaying the HD remaster on PS3 and wondering if Capcom would ever get around to a proper rebuild — your wait is almost over. Wishlist it on Steam now, and we will bring you local pricing and pre-order news the moment Capcom drops it.

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Attack on Titan 3 Announced — Full Saga Coming to PS5, Switch 2 and PC

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Koei Tecmo and developer Omega Force have officially announced Attack on Titan 3 — and for fans who have followed the franchise since Eren first set eyes on the Colossal Titan, this one is built to be the definitive game adaptation of the entire saga, start to finish.

What Is Attack on Titan 3?

Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026 on 5 June, Attack on Titan 3 is described by Koei Tecmo as “the riveting culmination of the action game series,” covering the complete story of Attack on Titan — all four seasons — from the Survey Corps’ early struggles in Shiganshina all the way to the dramatic conclusion of the Rumbling arc. It is the first mainline entry in the series since Attack on Titan 2 in 2018, and Omega Force is framing it as the game that finally lets players experience the whole thing in one place.

Critically, the game will include new story content not found in the anime or manga — meaning even fans who know the ending beat-for-beat will have something fresh to discover. Koei Tecmo has not elaborated on what that content covers yet, but it is likely to expand on side characters and lore that the anime condensed.

Attack on Titan 3 key art showing Survey Corps members in action
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Watch the Announce Trailer

A.O.T. 3 Announce Trailer — via KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. on YouTube

Platforms and What’s New in the Gameplay

Attack on Titan 3 is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. On the gameplay side, Omega Force has highlighted two things:

  • Combat against the Nine Titans for the first time — previous games focused on the standard giant Titans; this entry will put players up against the more powerful individual Titan shifters from the later arcs.
  • Upgraded omni-directional mobility (ODM) gear — the signature 3D movement system gets “acrobatic and intense” improvements, which should make aerial combat feel a significant step up from A.O.T. 2.
Attack on Titan 3 announce trailer screenshot
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

No pricing has been announced yet for any region. Players can keep an eye on the Steam page and PlayStation Store for Asia listings once those go live.

Mark Your Calendar — July 1 Scouting Report

Koei Tecmo has confirmed a dedicated reveal event called the “Scouting Report” on 1 July 2026, where more detailed gameplay information will be shared. The presentation will feature Japanese voice actors Yui Ishikawa (voice of Mikasa Ackermann) and Shiori Mikami (voice of Historia Reiss / Christa) as special guests. If you have been waiting for full gameplay footage, this is the date to set a reminder for.

The game is also expected to appear at Anime Expo 2026 (2–5 July, Los Angeles), which aligns neatly with the Scouting Report timing.

Last Words

For Singapore fans, this announcement lands especially well. Attack on Titan’s run — which ended with one of the most debated manga conclusions in recent memory — left plenty of unresolved feelings, and a game that lets you play through the Rumbling and its aftermath on your own terms is genuinely something. The Switch 2 version in particular is worth noting: for Singapore players who picked up Nintendo’s latest hardware, this could be one of the year’s major game news releases to watch.

No release window has been confirmed beyond the 2026 Scouting Report reveal. We will be covering all updates here at GameTrader.SG once Koei Tecmo drops more details on 1 July.

Final Fantasy VII Revelation key art — Spring 2027
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Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Spring 2027 on All Platforms

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Square Enix just closed out Summer Game Fest 2026 with arguably the biggest reveal of the season: Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the third and final chapter of the FF7 Remake trilogy, is confirmed for Spring 2027 — and unlike its predecessors, it launches simultaneously on every major platform from day one.

Watch the Final Fantasy VII Revelation Reveal Trailer

FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION Reveal Trailer — via Square Enix Asia on YouTube

What We Know About Final Fantasy VII Revelation

Director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that Revelation wraps up the story begun in Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020) and continued in Rebirth (2024). Cloud and his companions are in a desperate race against time as Sephiroth closes in on godhood — with the entire planet at stake, the Highwind airship becomes the key to stopping him.

Here is everything confirmed so far:

  • Release window: Spring 2027, simultaneous worldwide launch
  • Platforms: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam & Epic Games Store) — no timed exclusivity
  • New playable characters: Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind join Cloud’s party
  • Open world: The Highwind gives players access to the entire planet, with parachute drop-in anywhere for seamless air-to-land exploration
  • New Sephiroth voice (English dub): A new actor takes over the role — details to be confirmed
Final Fantasy VII Revelation — Cloud and party in cinematic reveal
Image courtesy of Square Enix

That simultaneous platform launch is no small thing. Final Fantasy VII Remake was a PS4 exclusive at launch. Rebirth was a timed PS5 exclusive. Revelation breaks that pattern entirely: Switch 2 and PC players get it on the same day as PS5. No waiting.

Why Singapore FF7 Fans Should Be Excited

Final Fantasy VII carries real emotional weight for Singapore gamers who first met Cloud, Tifa, and Aerith on the original PlayStation back in 1997. The Remake project has always felt like a promise — and Revelation is where Square Enix has to deliver on it. The fact that it arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch is a win for the many local players who made the jump to handheld-first gaming this generation.

SGD pricing and pre-order details have not been announced yet. We will update this article once local retail listings go live — watch this space and keep an eye on stores like Qisahn and GameMartz for early pre-order news.

Other Summer Game Fest 2026 Picks for Singapore Gamers

Revelation was the headline, but SGF 2026 had several other announcements worth flagging:

Final Fantasy VII Revelation — world exploration confirmed at Summer Game Fest 2026
Image courtesy of Square Enix
  • Palworld 1.0 (July 10, 2026) — Pocketpair’s creature-collector leaves Early Access in just over a month. If you have been holding off for the full release, the wait is almost over.
  • Stellar Blade: Blood Rain — Shift Up officially announced a follow-up to Stellar Blade, with a new protagonist and a blend of cyberpunk aesthetics and creature horror. Early in development, but the original was a strong seller in Singapore.
  • Resident Evil: Veronica — Capcom is remaking Code Veronica in first-person, coming in 2027 to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. A fresh take on a classic.
  • TMNT from PlatinumGames — PlatinumGames is making a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action game. No further details, but given the studio’s pedigree with Bayonetta and Astral Chain, it is absolutely on our radar.
  • The Wolf Among Us 2 (2027) — Telltale’s long-delayed sequel is officially back in development, and the original is getting a remaster holiday 2026.

Want to know what else is coming to Singapore shelves this season? Browse our Game News coverage for the latest.

Last words

Spring 2027 cannot come soon enough. Final Fantasy VII Revelation landing on Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 on the same day closes the loop on what has been one of gaming’s most ambitious remake projects — and Singapore fans will finally get to see how the story ends, no matter which platform they call home. We will be covering every update between now and launch, so bookmark GameTrader.SG and stay tuned.

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Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026: Tune In Tonight at 11pm SGT

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Singapore gamers, you have a free front-row seat to one of the region’s most exciting gaming nights. The Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 streams live this Saturday, 6 June, at 11pm SGT — and the confirmed lineup is already worth staying up for.

No Straight Roads 2 Official Reveal Trailer – SEA Games Showcase: Summer Game Fest Edition — via SEA Games Showcase (SEAGS) on YouTube

What Is the Southeast Asian Games Showcase?

The Southeast Asian Games Showcase (SEAGS) is a premium annual digital event dedicated exclusively to game developers from Southeast Asia. Now in its second year — it debuted at Summer Game Fest 2025 — the showcase returns to the same global stage in 2026, giving SEA studios a spotlight alongside the year’s biggest gaming announcements.

Co-founded by Arief Johan and Samantha Low, this year’s event received hundreds of developer submissions. Seven hosts representing Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, and beyond will guide the broadcast: co-founders Arief Johan and Samantha Low, plus Jay Wong, Michael Higham, Nhi Do, Sarah Johana, and Victoria Tran.

5 Confirmed Games for SEAGS 2026

Five titles are confirmed ahead of the live show — with more surprises expected once the broadcast begins.

No Straight Roads 2 — Metronomik & Shueisha

The sequel to the beloved 2020 rhythm-action cult hit is headlining the 2026 showcase. Rock rebels Mayday and Zuke of Bunk Bed Junction return, joined by two new characters each bringing fresh musical identities and gameplay mechanics. The Malaysian studio has since teased a new dance track, ‘vs. Rama Irama’, hinting at an even wider musical scope. Expect new details — possibly a release window — live on Saturday.

No Straight Roads 2 key art showing Mayday and Zuke
Image courtesy of Metronomik

TCG Card Shop Simulator — O.P. Neon Games

Run your own local game store: hire staff, stock booster packs, host TCG events, and expand your shop. Already in early access, this one hits close to home for Singapore’s thriving TCG community. Think of it as living the dream without the rent.

TCG Card Shop Simulator key art
Image courtesy of O.P. Neon Games

Montabi — Mankibo & Akupara Games

A creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder from Indonesia’s Mankibo. Assemble a team of unique Montabi and master their abilities across tactical turn-based combat encounters. If you’re into Pokémon and card games, this one is practically made for you.

Building Relationships — Tan Ant Games

The most delightfully strange entry in the lineup: a solo-developed game from Thailand where you play as a sentient building that rolls, jumps, and wave-dashes — while romancing other structures. Yes, really. Solo developer Tanat Boozayaangool built this, and it already looks wonderfully unhinged.

Am I Nima — HO! Games & Outersloth

A psychological horror game where a character must combine words in her mind to convince her mother of her identity. From HO! Games, led by Malaysian-Canadian director Jeremy Ho, this one looks like the kind of slow-burn, deeply personal horror that stays with you.

How to Watch the SEA Games Showcase 2026

The broadcast is completely free. Tune in this Saturday, 6 June, at 11pm SGT across these platforms:

No tickets, no registration — just show up. The showcase is part of the broader Summer Game Fest 2026 weekend running through 8 June.

Last Words

Singapore sits at the heart of Southeast Asia’s gaming scene, and SEAGS is proof of how far our region’s developers have come. Whether you’re a No Straight Roads fan who has been waiting on the sequel, a TCG collector who wants to virtually run your own store, or someone who simply wants to cheer on SEA-made games on a global stage — Saturday night’s stream is worth the late one. Set that alarm for 11pm.

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Singapore’s Guide to Summer Game Fest 2026

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The biggest gaming showcase week of the year is already underway — and for once, Singapore fans have a front-row reason to stay up on Saturday night. The SEA Games Showcase joins the Summer Game Fest season for the first time, spotlighting games made right here in our region. Here’s the full schedule in Singapore time, a recap of what PlayStation already revealed, and what we’re watching for.

Summer Game Fest 2026: What Is It?

Summer Game Fest has been filling the gap left by E3’s exit — a sprawling multi-day season where publishers, indie studios, and platform holders all take a turn in the spotlight. This year’s season runs from 1 to 8 June, anchored by a two-hour main show hosted by Geoff Keighley and Lucy James, broadcasting live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. For Singapore gamers, most streams land in the early hours or late evenings, so planning ahead makes the difference between catching reveals live and waking up to spoilers.

PlayStation State of Play Recap — What You May Have Missed

PlayStation fired first on Tuesday with a showcase packed with reveals. The flagship announcement was God of War Laufey, a new entry that swaps Kratos for his late wife Faye as she battles through the afterlife of the gods. No release date was given, but the reveal made it clear Sony Santa Monica is taking the series in a fresh direction.

September is shaping up to be stacked: Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games arrives 15 September, and Capcom finally gave Onimusha: Way of the Sword a date — 25 September — with a demo available right now on PS5. Control: Resonant, the sequel to Remedy’s cult hit, lands 24 September. Until Dawn 2 was also shown, carrying a 2027 window. If you missed it, the State of Play replay is on PlayStation’s official YouTube channel.

Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 banner — part of Summer Game Fest
Image courtesy of Southeast Asian Games Showcase

Full Summer Game Fest 2026 Schedule in SGT

All times are Singapore Standard Time (SGT, UTC+8). Live streams are available on each event’s YouTube and Twitch channels.

  • Thu 4 Jun, 5:30am — Shacknews Indie Showcase
  • Fri 5 Jun, 5am — Latin American Games Showcase
  • Fri 5 Jun, 7am — Women-Led Games Showcase
  • Fri 5 Jun, 11pm — Access-Ability Summer Showcase
  • Sat 6 Jun, 5am — Summer Game Fest Main Show (world premieres, Geoff Keighley, Dolby Theatre)
  • Sat 6 Jun, 7am — Day of the Devs (indie spotlight)
  • Sat 6 Jun, 11pm — Southeast Asian Games Showcase ← don’t miss this
  • Sun 7 Jun, midnight–3am — Wholesome Direct, Story-Rich Showcase, Green Games
  • Mon 8 Jun, 1am — Xbox Games Showcase (Gears of War: E-Day spotlight follows)
  • Mon 8 Jun, 3am — PC Gaming Showcase

The SEA Games Showcase: Five Titles From Our Region

Saturday night at 11pm SGT is when Southeast Asian gaming gets its own spotlight. The SEA Games Showcase — streaming on its YouTube and Twitch channels, and simulcast on The Game Awards YouTube — has confirmed five titles for this year’s show.

No Straight Roads 2 key art showing Mayday and Zuke in vibrant music-action style
Image courtesy of Metronomik / Shueisha Games
  • No Straight Roads 2 (Metronomik / Shueisha Games, Malaysia) — The sequel to one of Southeast Asia’s best-loved indie games. The original’s mix of music-driven action and irreverent boss design earned a cult following here, and the sequel teases a customisable band van and new playable characters alongside returning duo Mayday and Zuke.
  • TCG Card Shop Simulator (O.P. Neon Games, Malaysia) — Open your own card game store, hire staff, stock shelves, and host tournaments. Anyone who’s spent an afternoon in a local game shop will get the fantasy immediately.
  • Montabi (Manikibo, Indonesia) — A creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder with tactical turn-based combat. Think Pokémon meets Slay the Spire in a hand-crafted world.
  • Building Relationships (Tan Ant Games, Thailand) — You play as a sentient building navigating an island. It’s an indie puzzle game, and yes, we’re intrigued.
  • Am I Nina (HO! Games / Outersloth) — A psychological horror title that explores a mother-daughter relationship through wordplay mechanics.
TCG Card Shop Simulator showing a cozy card game store interior
Image courtesy of O.P. Neon Games

What This Means for Singapore Gamers

The State of Play made September look very full — if you’ve been waiting on Onimusha, the demo is live now and worth a download to see whether the Capcom revival lands. The SGF main show on Saturday morning is the big wildcard: world premiere announcements are rarely telegraphed in advance, so anything could happen. But the event we’re most looking forward to is the SEA Games Showcase at 11pm Saturday night — it’s one of the few times a year that games from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the broader region get a dedicated global stage. Give these studios a watch, wishlist the ones that catch your eye, and check back here on GameTrader.SG Events for post-show coverage all weekend.