State of Play 2026: PlayStation Unleashes Game-Changing Announcements!
God of War and Metal Gear Solid return while next-gen IPs steal the spotlight.
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The highly anticipated State of Play event, PlayStation's biggest showcase of 2026, took place on the night of February 12 and delivered a true “announcement storm.” In just 40-50 minutes, more than 30 games and updates were revealed.
Here are all the major games, trailers, and surprises featured in PlayStation State of Play February 2026:
Biggest Reveals and Surprises of the Night
1. God of War Trilogy Remake & Sons of Sparta
Sony Santa Monica announced a full remake of the original God of War trilogy (Greek mythology era) for PS5.
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Surprise: They also unveiled God of War: Sons of Sparta, a retro-inspired 2D action game, which became instantly available as a Shadow Drop!
2. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2
After years of waiting, it’s official: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is finally breaking free from its PS3 exclusivity! Arriving with the Vol. 2 bundle, MGS4, Peace Walker, and more will hit modern consoles on August 27, 2026.
3. Kena: Scars of Kosmora
The long-awaited sequel to Kena: Bridge of Spirits is here. This time, players will explore the vast open world of Kosmora and join Kena on a new journey with her spirit companions. (Release: 2026)
Featured Trailers and Gameplay Videos
| Game | Details | Release Date |
| Ghost of Yōtei: Legends | A 2-4 player co-op mode coming after the main game. | 10 March 2026 |
| Resident Evil Requiem | A final Leon-focused trailer for the latest entry in the series. | 27 February 2026 |
| Pragmata | Capcom’s mysterious sci-fi game gets a new trailer and a free demo is now available. | 24 April 2026 |
| Control: Resonant | Remedy showcases the first real gameplay of their self-proclaimed new “masterpiece.” | 2026 |
| 007: First Light | The new James Bond story trailer impresses with action-packed scenes. | 27 May 2026 |
| Saros | A new sci-fi/bullet-hell action game from the Housemarque (Returnal) team. | 30 April 2026 |
| Castlevania: Belmont's Curse | A new 2D Castlevania game from the creators of Dead Cells. | 2026 |
Other Major Announcements
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John Wick: A new John Wick game featuring Keanu Reeves, developed by Saber Interactive, has been announced.
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Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition: The legendary platformer returns with a faithful remake (launched on February 13).
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer: A fast-paced, aggressive Podracing game in the style of Burnout.
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Silent Hill: Townfall: The new first-person Silent Hill experience was detailed for the first time.
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Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remaster: The remastered classic arrives on March 3.
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PS Plus Update: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 joins the PS Plus Extra library on February 17.
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