What’s coming to PS5 and PS4 in early 2026 – dates and details

PlayStation’s early‑2026 slate is taking shape with a mix of action RPGs, survival horror, anime adaptations and indies. The official roundup details release dates, platforms and key mechanics across PS5 and, in select cases, PS4. Below is a concise schedule and breakdown of what each game brings to the table – no fluff, just confirmed features and links to the provided trailers where available. For a broad preview reel, see the overview video:

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Release calendar at a glance

The table summarizes official dates and platforms so you can plan what to play first.

Schedule note – “March (TBA)” indicates a March window without a specific day.

January highlights

Arknights: Endfield – January 22 (PS5)

A standalone spin‑off that shifts from tower defense to strategic RPG with real‑time combat, adding exploration and base/factory construction. Four‑member parties execute combos in a high‑tech setting. Trailer:

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin – January 28 (PS5)

• Open‑world RPG set in Britannia with an original story
• Drop‑in/drop‑out co‑op for up to 5 players
• “Multiversal” questlines – rifts, alternate dimensions and timelines

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Code Vein II – January 30 (PS5)

An action RPG about reshaping the present by intervening 100 years in the past as a Revenant Hunter. Features a flexible build system, AI partners with unique kits and the series’ blood‑drain mechanic to trigger abilities. Trailer:

February lineup

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – February 5 (PS5)

A remake of the PlayStation classic with a diorama visual style to highlight character art, plus combat tweaks for more abilities and pre‑emptive strikes during encounters. Trailer:

Nioh 3 – February 6 (PS5)

• Dark fantasy action‑RPG blending samurai and ninja techniques
• Protagonist: Tokugawa Takechiyo; conflict against a calamity called the Crucible
• Visits to Edo, Sengoku, Heian and Bakumatsu eras, with relevant historical figures

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BlazBlue Entropy Effect X – February 12 (PS5)

From 91Act, a roguelite side‑scrolling brawler focused on combo‑driven combat, flashy abilities and layered progression systems. Trailer:

Tides of Tomorrow – February 24 (PS5)

A narrative‑driven journey on ocean world Elynd where you play a Tidewalker seeking a cure to “plastification.” Asynchronous multiplayer means your choices – and those of other players – can change how the world responds. Trailer:

No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files – February 26 (PS4, PS5)

A spin‑off set between the first two AI titles, combining a visual novel with escape room‑style puzzles and third‑person exploration. You will enter suspects’ dreams to uncover clues. Trailer:

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Resident Evil Requiem – February 27 (PS5)

Returns to Raccoon City with new lead Grace Ashcroft and series veteran Leon S. Kennedy. Supports first‑person and third‑person perspectives with a focus on survival horror investigation. Trailer:

March windows and doubles

Marathon – March (PS5)

Bungie’s PvPvE extraction shooter set on Tau Ceti: infiltrate abandoned outposts, scavenge loot, and attempt extraction while rival Runners and UESC security hunt you. Proximity chat can enable ad‑hoc alliances. Trailer:

Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse – March 5 (PS4, PS5)

• 2D Metroidvania roguelike with a cursed hat that can possess enemies
• Use possessed abilities for combat, traversal and puzzles
• Village rebuilding meta‑progression and optional multiplayer for up to 4 players

Coffee Talk Tokyo – March 5 (PS5)

A standalone entry in the series: a cozy visual novel where you serve drinks, listen to personal stories – including those of supernatural patrons – and create latte art. Trailer:

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake – March 12 (PS5)

A full refresh of the PS2 cult horror with enhanced visuals and audio. The Camera Obscura returns with new filters, including one that extends effective “shooting” distance during spirit encounters. Trailer:

Crimson Desert – March 19 (PS5)

An open‑world action RPG on the continent of Pywel mixing combat with systems for crafting, cooking, fishing and mining. Expect clashes with rival tribes, monsters and a mechanical dragon. Trailer:

Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered – March 19 (PS5)

• Remaster of the PS2 entry with modernized visuals, refined gameplay/UI
• Includes content from Dynasty Warriors 3: Xtreme Legends
• Signature 1‑vs‑1,000 large‑scale action, plus new weapons, storylines and challenge modes

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April to May: new sci‑fi and a stealth icon

Pragmata – April 24 (PS5)

Capcom’s new sci‑fi title pairs astronaut Hugh and android Diana on a lunar research station under rogue AI control. Combines weighty third‑person shooting with Diana’s reality‑bending hacks for combat and puzzles. Trailer:

Saros – April 30 (PS5)

From Housemarque: fast‑paced sci‑fi shooting in a mysterious setting. A key twist – after each death you can choose and permanently upgrade your weapon and suit loadout, changing long‑term progression.

007 First Light – May 27 (PS5)

IO Interactive’s Bond origin story before the 007 status. Missions support multiple approaches – infiltration, social engineering, stealth takedowns, gunfights and gadget use. Trailer:

Final take: a dense first quarter with varied genres

Why it matters – The early‑2026 lineup balances established series and new IP, with clear dates and a spread across action, RPG, horror and narrative adventures. If you track on a per‑genre basis, the calendar above helps lock in priorities and spot co‑op or single‑player standouts well ahead of launch.