Here’s All the Interesting Trailers From February’s State of Play
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John SummersFebruary 13, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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State of Play showcases are always a gamble. You tune in hoping for at least one “OH COME ON” moment, and you brace yourself for fifteen minutes of something called Project Something that may or may not be a farming simulator in disguise.
February 2026’s show, to its credit, had range. Big legacy franchises; surprise remasters; brand new IP; and at least one announcement that felt like PlayStation was just flexing for sport.
Here are the trailers that actually mattered.
1 007 First Light
It's a young Bond with a new story. A glossy, cinematic trailer that leans hard into espionage fantasy instead of pure action chaos.
It looks like this game is aiming for grounded spy thriller rather than explosive set piece simulator, which is the correct move. The tone feels more Casino Royale-adjacent than “car flip every four minutes.” If the gameplay can match the atmosphere, this could finally be the Bond game people have been waiting for since 2005.
2 Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse
2D action, gothic horror, and whips. We are finally home.
Konami appears to be leaning back into classic side scrolling roots instead of reinventing the wheel. The art style looks modern but reverent, which is exactly what this franchise needs. If they nail the combat rhythm and boss design, this could quietly be one of the best looking games out there.
3 Control Resonant
Remedy is back in the weird government building.
The gameplay trailer doubled down on gravity bending combat, psychic powers, and brutalist architecture that looks like it was designed by an angry architect with superpowers. If you liked Control, this looks a lot like that — but louder.
The vibe remains “haunted bureaucracy,” which, frankly, never gets old.
4 Crimson Moon
Dark fantasy. Demons. Gothic aesthetic. Heavy swords. And that music.
The trailer leaned hard into tone over explanation, which is either a sign of confidence or a sign they are still figuring things out. Either way, the trailer portrays the game as visually striking. If the combat depth matches the style, this one could be a sleeper hit.
5 Dead or Alive 6 Last Round
It's a definitive PS5 edition plus a tease of what’s next.
The big takeaway is that the franchise is not dead, which is honestly the most surprising part. The trailer focused on smooth performance and flashy combat, which is exactly what you expect from DOA — nostalgia with sharper resolution.
6 The God of War Announcements
This was the moment.
A remake of the original Greek trilogy is reportedly in early development. On top of that, God of War: Sons of Sparta, a 2D action platformer, dropped immediately.
Remake nostalgia plus experimental side project? That is PlayStation confidence. Whether the remake reimagines or simply polishes will determine how bold this actually is.
7 Ghost of Yōtei Legends
A cooperative expansion set in the Ghost universe.
The trailer showcased classes, raid style encounters, and atmospheric environments. If it captures the tight combat of the base game while leaning into teamwork, this could extend the life of the franchise in a meaningful way.
8 John Wick
Gun fu. Clean suits. Brutal choreography.
The trailer leaned heavily into cinematic combat, which is correct because that is the entire brand. If this game can make you feel even half as efficient as Keanu Reeves walking through a hallway, it wins.
9 Kena: Scars of Kosmora
This is a sequel that looks bigger and more ambitious.
The original project was beautiful, but compact. This trailer suggests expanded environments, deeper combat, and more spirit companions. If they keep the emotional tone while scaling up the gameplay, this could be a major step forward.
10 MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls
Finally, a superhero fighting game that looks like it actually understands fighting games.
The trailer showed off stylized combat, a solid roster, and what looks like serious mechanical depth. If it balances accessibility with competitive systems, this could carve out real space in a crowded genre.
11 Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2
More Metal Gear. Specifically, Guns of the Patriots returning to modern consoles.
This is less about reinvention and more about preservation. For fans, this is essential. For newcomers, this is a chance to experience one of the most chaotic, cutscene heavy masterpieces in gaming history.
12 Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom continues to refuse to miss.
The trailer delivered exactly what you want from Resident Evil: tension, grotesque creatures, and cinematic horror. It looks polished, unsettling, and confident. The franchise is somehow still evolving decades in.
13 Saros
Housemarque’s sci fi shooter looks intense.
The trailer showcased fast movement, modular upgrades, and large scale battles. If this builds on the momentum of Returnal, it could be one of the most mechanically satisfying experiences of the lineup.
14 Silent Hill: Townfall
Psychological horror is back.
The trailer leaned more into atmosphere than jump scares by way of grainy visuals, disturbing sound design, and slow tension. It feels more intimate and unsettling rather than bombastic.
Silent Hill works best when it chooses to whisper instead of scream. This looks like it understands that.
15 Star Wars: Galactic Racer
Of course, there is a Star Wars racing game.
High speed tracks across outer rim planets, flashy ships, chaotic environments. The trailer looked colorful and arcade heavy rather than simulation driven. If the mechanics are tight, this could be a fun surprise.
Final Take
This State of Play did not rely on one single jaw dropping reveal. Instead, it stacked recognizable IP, careful revivals, and a few bold swings. The real question is not which trailer looked good. It is which one will still matter a year from now.
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