PlayStation State of Play February 2026: Every Announcement That Matters

Sony’s February 2026 State of Play just dropped over an hour of announcements, and let’s just say… the backlog police are going to have their work cut out. From long-awaited returns to shocking reveals, here’s the breakdown of what really matters for your gaming time.

The Big Reveals

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse

Boom. That’s the sound of a 10-year franchise drought ending. Motion Twin and Evil Empire, the brains behind Dead Cells, are teaming up for a new Castlevania game. No release date yet, but this is the kind of risk that makes you want to clear up your weekend. If these guys nail the Metroidvania vibes while bringing their signature chaos, we might finally have a sequel to match the classics.

Resident Evil: Requiem (February 27, 2026)

Capcom just gave us the goods: Sherry Birkin’s back, Leon’s tagging along, and Raccoon City’s about to blow up again. New character Grace Ashcroft adds some fresh blood to the mix. Mark your calendar for the 27th - this one’s a lock for “most hyped horror sequel of the year.”

Kena: Scars of Kosmora

Ember Lab’s sequel to Kena: Bridge of Spirits is here, and it’s bigger, badder, and bringing an upgraded combat system. If you loved the first game’s mix of charm and challenge, this 2026 release on PS5 and PC is worth penciling in. Let’s just hope they don’t make the sequel harder than the original’s mountain of mushrooms.

Ghost of Yotei: Legends

Sucker Punch just gave Ghost of Yotei a free online co-op mode. Four-player teams, four new classes, and mythical boss fights dropping March 10. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to dust off your Yotei copy, this might be it. (And if you haven’t played it yet? The base game is still a mountain-climbing masterpiece.)

Release Dates Confirmed

• Saros - April 30, 2026 (PS5): A long-in-the-works indie epic about a dying sun. Bring your patience for lore.
• Neva Prologue - February 19, 2026 (free for owners): A new chapter for Nomada’s 2024 hit. If you’re into atmospheric parkour puzzlers, this is your speed.
• Mina the Hollower - Spring 2026 (PS5 exclusive): Yacht Club’s Shovel Knight-esque brawler is getting a demo tomorrow. If you’re a fan of pixel-perfect action, this one’s on your radar.
• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - April 2, 2026: Kojima’s latest is also getting a demo tomorrow… and it’s inspired by Metal Gear Solid. Whether this is a easter egg or pure trolling, we’ll find out in April.

Why This Matters for Your Backlog

February 2026 is already packed with Resident Evil: Requiem and Nioh 3, plus demos for Mina the Hollower and Death Stranding 2. March brings Ghost of Yotei: Legends, and April? That’s when Saros and Death Stranding 2 drop. With so many big titles hitting close together, it’s easy to get overwhelmed.

Here’s the thing: You don’t need to buy everything at launch. Set up deal alerts, add your favorites to your wishlist, and pick your battles. After all, the goal is to play the games you love - not let them collect dust in your library.

What to Watch For

Capcom

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 · Shooter, Adventure, Puzzle

Feb 27, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth entry in the Resident Evil series. Experience terrifying survival horror with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, and di…

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is the sleeper hit of the night. Motion Twin knows how to balance challenge and fun - just ask Dead Cells players. If they can replicate the soul-sucking difficulty and charm of the original series, this could be a modern classic.

And then there’s Death Stranding 2’s Metal Gear Solid-themed demo. Kojima’s love for cryptic teases is peak form here. Whether it’s just a gimmick or a genuine hint at deeper connections, expect fan theories to flood the internet.

Sony’s 2026 lineup is a mix of bold exclusives and third-party firepower. If you’re a PS5 owner, this is the year to start tracking your next big play sessions. No more letting great games pass you by.