Sony’s February 2026 State of Play has concluded, delivering a massive wave of updates for the PS5, including major first-party surprises, long-awaited remakes, and significant third-party announcements. The showcase provided fresh looks at titles like Saros and Marathon, alongside unexpected expansions for the God of War franchise and long-requested ports.
Major Highlights from the Showcase
The event was packed with high-profile reveals that dominated the conversation. Key announcements included the surprise launch of the 2D action game God of War: Sons of Sparta and the reveal that a God of War Trilogy Remake is currently in early development. Additionally, Saber Interactive confirmed an untitled John Wick game is in the works, while Marathon announced an open preview weekend kicking off on February 26.
Fans of classic franchises have plenty to celebrate: Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse was unveiled by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, a sequel to Kena: Bridge of Spirits was confirmed, and Ghost of Yotei Legends is set to arrive next month as a new co-op DLC. Furthermore, a faithful Rayman remake is launching tomorrow, Death Stranding 2 is confirmed for a PC release this March, and Metal Gear Solid 4 is finally escaping its PS3 exclusivity with a PS5 port arriving later this year.
Additional Titles and Industry News
Beyond the headliners, the State of Play showcased a diverse range of upcoming projects. Control Resonant emerged as a potential Game of the Year contender following its latest gameplay reveal, while Pragmata received an April 24 release date with a demo available now. Resident Evil 9 received a final, intense trailer focusing on Leon and Raccoon City, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is officially joining the PS Plus Game Catalog on February 17.
The event also highlighted new entries and returns, such as Silent Hill: Townfall, which remains in active development, and the announcement of Rev. Noir, a new JRPG from Konami. Classic gaming enthusiasts can look forward to Tekken Dark Resurrection and Time Crisis joining the PS Classics library, while fans of stealth and action have titles like Yokoh Shinobi Ops and Krafton’s new action-RPG, Project Windless, to anticipate in the coming months.
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