Sony Reveals 18 Major PS5 Releases Coming in the First Half of 2026
Sony has officially outlined its PlayStation 5 release roadmap for the first half of 2026 — and it’s one of the most packed periods the console has seen so far. The lineup includes 18 confirmed titles, ranging from large-scale AAA projects to long-awaited sequels and niche fan favorites.
Some of these games are also scheduled for PlayStation 4, but the focus is clearly on PS5 hardware, new engines, and next-gen design ambitions.
Below is the complete list of confirmed PS5 releases with dates, followed by a brief breakdown of what this release window means for PlayStation players.
PS5 Games Releasing in January–February 2026
Arknights: Endfield
Release date: January 22, 2026
An action RPG set in the Arknights universe. The game features real-time combat, exploration, and a science-fiction setting. Developed by Hypergryph.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
Release date: January 28, 2026
An open-area action RPG based on the anime and manga series The Seven Deadly Sins. The game includes original story elements supervised by the franchise’s creators.
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Code Vein II
Release date: January 30, 2026
A sequel to Code Vein. The game continues the action RPG formula with melee-focused combat, character customization, and an anime-inspired visual style.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
Release date: February 5, 2026
A reimagined version of Dragon Quest VII. Square Enix has confirmed updated visuals and modernized systems while preserving the original story structure.
Nioh 3
Release date: February 6, 2026
The third main entry in the Nioh series. Developed by Team Ninja, it continues the franchise’s action RPG combat and historical-fantasy setting.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X
Release date: February 12, 2026
An expanded version of BlazBlue Entropy Effect. A 2D action game using characters and themes from the BlazBlue universe.
Tides of Tomorrow
Release date: February 24, 2026
A narrative-driven adventure game focused on story choices and character interactions. Limited gameplay details have been officially released so far.
No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files
Release date: February 26, 2026
A standalone title in the AI: The Somnium Files series. The game continues the franchise’s visual novel format and investigation-focused storytelling.
Resident Evil Requiem
Release date: February 27, 2026
A new mainline entry in the Resident Evil series. Capcom has confirmed it as a survival horror title built for modern consoles.
PS5 Games Releasing in March 2026
Marathon
Release window: March 2026
A reboot of Bungie’s classic franchise. Confirmed as a first-person shooter set in a sci-fi universe.
Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse
Release date: March 5, 2026
A 2D action platformer with Metroidvania-style progression and hand-drawn visuals.
Coffee Talk Tokyo
Release date: March 5, 2026
A sequel set in the Coffee Talk universe. The game focuses on dialogue-driven storytelling and character interactions.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
Release date: March 12, 2026
A full remake of the 2003 horror game. Updated visuals and modern platforms are confirmed.
Crimson Desert
Release date: March 19, 2026
An open-world action RPG developed by Pearl Abyss. The game is set in a fantasy world and features large-scale environments.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered
Release date: March 19, 2026
A remastered version of Dynasty Warriors 3, including updated visuals and bundled content.
PS5 Games Releasing in April–May 2026
Pragmata
Release date: April 24, 2026
A science-fiction action game developed by Capcom. The project was first revealed in 2020 and has since received multiple development updates.
Saros
Release date: April 30, 2026
A science-fiction action-adventure title. Only limited official details about gameplay and narrative are currently available.
007 First Light
Release date: May 27, 2026
A James Bond game developed by IO Interactive. The title features an original story and is not based on a specific film.
Final Thoughts
Sony’s first-half 2026 lineup for PS5 focuses on confirmed releases with clearly communicated dates, covering a wide range of genres — from action RPGs and horror to narrative-driven games and remakes. Rather than relying on a single flagship title, Sony is distributing releases steadily across several months.
If all titles launch as scheduled, early 2026 will be one of the most content-rich periods for PlayStation 5 to date.