February has always been a sneaky good month for gamers, and 2026 is no exception. With the PS5 library getting a massive boost from remasters, long-awaited sequels, and fresh co-op experiences, your DualSense is in for a workout. From epic JRPGs that harken back to classic eras to nerve-shredding survival horror, here’s our rundown of the biggest PS5 game releases hitting next month. We’ve zeroed in on the heavy hitters that are generating the most buzz, complete with genres, play styles, and the studios bringing them to life.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (February 5)
Square Enix and ArtePiazza are dusting off one of the series’ crown jewels with this full remaster of the beloved 3DS RPG. Dive into a sprawling single-player adventure as a fisherman’s son who uncovers time-traveling powers to restore a fragmented world. Expect turn-based combat with enhanced abilities, pre-emptive strikes, and Akira Toriyama’s iconic designs popping in a stunning diorama style. Perfect for fans of deep, story-driven RPGs, pure solo exploration.
Nioh 3 (February 6)
Team Ninja at Koei Tecmo delivers the brutal third chapter in their dark fantasy action-RPG saga, exclusive to PS5 consoles (with a PC port). Play as samurai Tokugawa Takechiyo, blending ninja and samurai skills against yokai hordes across Japanese history – from Edo to Heian eras. This Soulslike emphasizes single-player mastery with intricate combat and stance-switching, though expect optional co-op for tough missions like in previous entries. If you crave challenging boss fights and loot grinding, this is your February fix.
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice (February 6)
Bandai Namco’s action-packed fighter lets you live out your hero fantasies in the My Hero Academia universe. This multiplatform brawler features a mix of single-player story mode and online multiplayer battles, where you unleash Quirks in arena-style combat. Developed by internal teams with ties to the anime, it’s a fast-paced pickup for fans craving combo-heavy fights with friends.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (February 12)
91Act’s roguelite platformer cranks up the combo chaos from the BlazBlue fighting series. Select characters from the universe, power up with signature moves, and battle hordes in procedurally shifting dimensions. Strictly single-player, this side-scrolling action fest offers flashy pyrotechnics, deep progression, and replayability for platformer enthusiasts.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties (February 12)
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (under Sega) remakes the underrated Yakuza 3 with upgraded visuals, revamped combat, and a new “Dark Ties” expansion diving into antagonist Yoshitaka Mine’s backstory. This action-adventure epic is pure single-player storytelling, blending brawling, mini-games, and dramatic yakuza drama in Kamurocho. A must for Like a Dragon fans.
High on Life 2 (February 13)
Squanch Games returns with more irreverent sci-fi shooting. Wield talking guns, skate through vibrant worlds, and crack wise in this hilarious first-person shooter. Designed as a single-player romp with expanded mechanics from the original, it’s multiplatform hilarity for fans of Borderlands-style loot shooters minus the multiplayer.
Reanimal (February 13)
Tarsier Studios (Little Nightmares creators) unleashes co-op horror gold. Team up with a friend as siblings navigating hellish realms to rescue pals, in atmospheric platforming full of tension and stunning art. Local and online co-op only (no solo mode here), making it ideal for scare sessions with a buddy.
Avowed (February 17)
Obsidian’s RPG plunges you into the Pillars of Eternity world as a plague investigator. Single-player choice-driven action with deep lore, companion quests, and magic-meets-melee combat. Xbox-published but hitting PS5 day-one, it’s a narrative powerhouse for CRPG lovers.
Ys X: Proud Nordics (February 20)
Nihon Falcom’s action RPG sails into Norse-inspired seas with dual protagonists Adol and Dogi. Fast-paced hack-and-slash combat in a single-player tale of adventure and ship battles. A multiplatform gem for ARPG speedrunners.
Tides of Tomorrow (February 24)
DigixArt’s (Road 96 devs) procedurally generated adventure sets you as ocean nomads seeking a plastification cure. Asynchronous multiplayer means your choices ripple across shared worlds, solo or influenced by others’ decisions in this narrative-driven sea odyssey.
Resident Evil Requiem (February 27)
Capcom’s survival horror blockbuster (aka RE9) blends RE4 action with RE7 tension. Switch between first- and third-person as FBI agent Grace Ashcroft (with Leon Kennedy cameos) in zombie-infested Raccoon City. Single-player focused, it’s the month’s undead headliner.
Tales of Berseria Remastered (February 27)
Bandai Namco polishes this 2016 JRPG revenge saga with daemon powers and combo combat. Single-player epic packed with DLC, perfect for Tales series completionists.
With so many bangers, February 2026 could be your busiest gaming month yet. Pre-order now, clear your schedule, and let us know in the comments which one’s topping your list!