Summer Game Fest 2026: Key Dates and Times for All Conferences

It’s that exciting time of year again — video game reveal season is upon us! Summer Game Fest 2026 is set to kick off this June, alongside showcases from major players like PlayStation and Xbox. As usual, we can also look forward to a variety of independent streams, including Day of the Devs, Wholesome Direct, and the Future Games Show.

While Nintendo skipped a June Direct in 2025, the timing aligned with the launch of the Switch 2. Although there’s no official word on a June 2026 Direct yet, it would be surprising if Nintendo sat out showcase season for a second consecutive year, especially with so much still unknown about their plans for the latter half of the year.

In this overview of Summer Game Fest and other gaming reveal events, we’ll outline the complete conference schedule, including dates and start times for the West Coast, East Coast, and the U.K. This information will be updated as new events and details emerge.

Here’s a quick look at the full schedule for Summer Game Fest 2026:

Event	Date	Time (EDT)
Sony State of Play	Tuesday, June 2	5 p.m.
Summer Game Fest	Friday, June 5	5 p.m.
Day of the Devs	Friday, June 5	7 p.m.
Wholesome Direct	Saturday, June 6	12 p.m.
Story-Rich Showcase	Saturday, June 6	1 p.m.
Future Games Show	Saturday, June 6	3 p.m.
Xbox Games Showcase	Sunday, June 7	1 p.m.
PC Gaming Show	Sunday, June 7	3 p.m.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Tuesday, June 2, at 2 p.m. PDT / 5 p.m. EDT / 10 p.m. BST

Sony is set to stream a new State of Play event on Tuesday, and it promises to be substantial, running over 60 minutes. A major highlight will be Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games, launching on September 15 for PS5. While Sony hasn’t revealed much else about the event, the fact that it will be shown in Alamo Drafthouse theaters across the U.S. hints at a showcase that deserves the big screen treatment.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. PDT / 5 p.m. EDT / 10 p.m. BST

Summer Game Fest 2026 officially kicks off on Friday, June 5. Geoff Keighley’s annual showcase will stream live from the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, marking a new venue for the event this year. Expect the show to last around two hours, so grab a snack! Viewers can anticipate a mix of AAA reveals, unexpected surprises, Muppet cameos, and world premiere exclusives. For a taste of what’s to come, check out everything that was announced at SGF 2025.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Friday, June 5, at 4 p.m. PDT / 7 p.m. EDT / 12 a.m. BST

Following the main Summer Game Fest show, Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest Digital Showcase will stream live on June 5. This non-profit collaboration from Double Fine Productions and iam8bit will spotlight unique indie games from a diverse range of creators.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Saturday, June 6, at 9 a.m. PDT / 12 p.m. EDT / 5 p.m. BST

Wholesome Direct returns on Saturday, June 6, serving as a cozy haven for fans of feel-good games. This year’s showcase will feature over 50 games, along with updates on previously highlighted titles like Is This Seat Taken? and Miki Delivery.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT / 6 p.m. BST

Fellow Traveler, known for titles like 1000x Resist and Citizen Sleeper, will host a new event focusing on narrative-driven games. The hour-long Story-Rich Showcase will unveil new game reveals and release dates for over 20 titles. According to Fellow Traveler’s official site, all featured games will be selected purely on editorial merit, with no paid or sponsored slots, and will include developer-led segments that delve into the creative journeys behind the games.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok
**When it starts:** Saturday, June 6, at 12 p.m. PDT / 3 p.m. EDT / 8 p.m. BST

This year’s Future Games Show Summer Showcase is a double feature. The event will showcase game premieres and exclusive trailers, followed by an extended gameplay look at the sci-fi RPG Exodus, developed by a team of former BioWare designers at Archetype Entertainment.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Sunday, June 7, starting at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT / 6 p.m. BST

Microsoft’s Xbox Games Showcase 2026 will stream live on Sunday, June 7. According to Xbox Wire, the event will feature first gameplay reveals and major news on upcoming titles from both first-party studios and third-party partners worldwide, covering everything from blockbuster franchises to soon-to-be indie hits. Following the showcase, there will be a dedicated deep-dive presentation for the prequel Gears of War: E-Day, showcasing new gameplay footage and insights from the development team.

**Where to watch:** YouTube, Twitch
**When it starts:** Sunday, June 7, at 12 p.m. PDT / 3 p.m. EDT / 8 p.m. BST

If you ever find yourself thinking there are just too many console games during the summer showcases, the annual PC Gaming Show is tailored for you. It will feature premieres and updates for over 50 games launching on PC, along with developer interviews, ensuring there are no Switch exclusives to distract from the PC experience.