New York, October 6, 2025
News Summary
Sony has cancelled most remaining US dates for PlayStation: The Concert due to disappointing ticket sales. Major city shows, including New York and Chicago, are affected. The tour, celebrating 30 years of PlayStation music, struggled with low demand, prompting the decision. Organizers express disappointment but hope for a future comeback in 2026, despite previous cancellations in Europe. Fans await further updates on the concert’s future.
New York City: Sony Cancels Most Remaining US Dates for PlayStation: The Concert Due to Poor Ticket Sales
Sony has officially announced the cancellation of most remaining US dates for PlayStation: The Concert, a tour celebrating over 30 years of PlayStation game music, largely attributed to poor ticket sales. The concert, which aims to fuse music, visuals, and performances from iconic gaming soundtracks, has seen disappointing numbers leading up to its scheduled dates.
Ticketmaster confirmed that US shows planned in major cities including New York, Reading, Washington DC, Grand Rapids, Huntsville, Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia have been cancelled. Notably, the concert in Red Bank, NJ, scheduled for November 11, had a significant number of unsold seats leading up to the decision.
Social media reports also indicated that events set for Atlanta, Cleveland, Detroit, and Charlotte for 2025 have been cancelled, as well. The initial tour was supposed to kick off in the US on October 16 in Baltimore, travelling to various other locations across the country.
Previously, the European leg of PlayStation: The Concert encountered issues as well. Several shows originally planned in Poland, Sweden, Norway, Italy, and Germany were either delayed to Summer 2026 or outright cancelled, further illustrating the challenges faced by the concert tour.
Currently, all except one show in Missouri’s Fisher Theatre on November 7 have been cancelled, and there are concerns that this remaining event may also be at risk. Organizers GEA Live expressed regret over the cancellation of the North American tour dates for 2025, sharing in the disappointment felt by fans eagerly awaiting the concerts.
Concert Features and Composers
PlayStation: The Concert features music from popular franchises, including God of War, Ghost of Tsushima, and The Last of Us. Renowned composers like Gustavo Santaolalla, Joris De Man, Ilan Eshkeri, and Bear McCreary are involved in creating the memorable soundscapes that fans have come to cherish.
Future Plans
Despite the setbacks, there is still hope for PlayStation: The Concert to make a comeback. A second leg of the tour is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with plans for 26 shows in North America as well as a handful in Europe.
Reports suggest that the lack of sales has been a significant underlying issue for the cancellations, as many of the events were already showing large numbers of unsold tickets. The concert aimed to provide fans with a unique experience, merging the best of music and gaming culture in a live format.
Conclusion
The abrupt cancellations of the remaining US dates for PlayStation: The Concert highlight the difficulties faced by event organizers in gauging audience interest. As plans move forward toward 2026, fans will be awaiting updates regarding the future of the concert series and its ability to fulfill the expectation of bridging music and gaming.
FAQ
What caused the cancellations of PlayStation: The Concert US dates?
The cancellations are presumed to be due to poor ticket sales.
Which US cities had shows cancelled for PlayStation: The Concert?
Ticketmaster confirmed cancellations for US shows planned in cities including New York, Reading, Washington DC, Grand Rapids, Huntsville, Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia.
What notable franchises are represented in PlayStation: The Concert?
The concert features music from franchises such as God of War, Ghost of Tsushima, and The Last of Us.
When is the second leg of PlayStation: The Concert planned to begin?
A second leg of PlayStation: The Concert is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with 26 shows planned for North America and a handful in Europe.
Key Features of PlayStation: The Concert
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | PlayStation: The Concert |
| Theme | Celebration of over 30 years of PlayStation game music |
| Key Franchises | God of War, Ghost of Tsushima, The Last of Us |
| Composers | Gustavo Santaolalla, Joris De Man, Ilan Eshkeri, Bear McCreary |
| US Concert Start Date | October 16, 2025 |
| Upcoming Shows | Second leg in January 2026 |
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