Summer Game Fest is upon us, with PlayStation kicking the door down with a new State of Play 2026. The presentation ran for just over 75 minutes, packed full of deep dives into new games coming to the PS5 in the coming year. It was a great start to the summer festivities, offering a number of updates on games we knew about while also dropping some fun new announcements.
PlayStation has had a pretty decent track record with their State of Plays recently, with this latest one being one of their all-time best. It had something for everyone, offering a good blend of genres from PlayStation Studios and its partners. It’s interesting they ran with the State of Play moniker rather than a Showcase, which we haven’t actually seen since 2023.
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If some rumors and reports are to be believed, this may be their last summer season before the rollout of their next generation begins. If that’s the case, way to go out with a bang. PlayStation fans have plenty to look forward to not just for the rest of this year, but 2027 is looking like it could continue a strong (and incredibly packed) fall. Let’s get into the announcements and everything we saw during June’s State of Play 2026.
Marvel’s Wolverine (PS5) – September 15, 2026
Developer: Insomniac Games
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Summary: With the fate of humans and mutants hanging in the balance, Logan knows the world needs a hero. However, they’ll have to settle for Wolverine. Get an expanded look at gameplay from Marvel’s Wolverine, which teases major characters, story details, and more!
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls (PS5 & PC) – August 6, 2026
Developer: ARC SYSTEM WORKS CO, LTD.
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Summary: The Champion may have destroyed entire planets, but he has never faced the Knights of Doom! The fourth team to enter the fray in MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls is led by Doctor Doom, joined by a merciless host of villains as new playable characters: Magneto, Green Goblin, and Carnage!
Rayman Legends Retold (PS5) – October 1, 2026
Developer: Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Milan
Publisher: Ubisoft
Summary: Rayman Legends Retold reimagines the beloved platformer with stunning 3D visuals, a brand‑new world, Kung Foot, and legendary co‑op fun. Launches August 27. Leap, glide, and punch your way through vibrant worlds brought to life with fully voiced cinematics, an expanded soundtrack, and unforgettable musical stages.
Discover a mysterious new realm, team up in up to four‑player couch co‑op, and jump into the joyful, chaotic competition of Kung Foot. Embark on a bold reimagining of the critically acclaimed platformer, enhanced with stunning 3D visuals and an immersive new story leading to a mysterious new realm. Play the adventure solo or in up to four‑player couch co‑op, jam through all‑new musical stages, saddle up for epic dragon rides, and more!
Bancho the Chef (PS5)
Developer: MINTROCKET
Publisher: MINTROCKET
Summary: Meet Bancho – long before he became the acclaimed sushi master of Blue Hole. Bancho the Chef is an all-new standalone prequel from the creators of Dave the Diver, following a young Bancho as he travels across Asia to learn from master chefs on his journey to greatness.
Kemuri: Hunt the Unseen (PS5) – 2027
Developer: UNSEEN
Publisher: UNSEEN
Summary: If you noticed something out of the ordinary in your daily life, would you ignore it, or take a closer look? KEMURI is a Yokai Possession Action Game about taking that first step into the unknown. Welcome to Kemuri City — the city closest to the afterlife, where reality and the other side have never quite stayed separate.
As a Yokai Hunter, use the Fox Window to reveal what others cannot see, form contracts with the yokai you encounter, and wear their power as Possession Apparel. Your appearance, your movement, your way of fighting — everything changes. Play solo or with up to 3 players in co-op. Welcome to Kemuri City. Now that you’ve seen it, it can’t be unseen.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (PS5) – February 10, 2027
Developer: Crystal Dynamics, Flying Wild Hog
Publisher: Amazon Game Studios
Summary: Experience the pinnacle of adventure with Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a stunning reimagining of the 1996 genre-defining game. As Lara Croft, harness your wits and athleticism to explore exotic locations lost to time—from the jungles of Peru to the ancient ruins of Greece, the deserts of Egypt, and a mysterious Mediterranean island shrouded in myth.
Traverse treacherous landscapes, solve deadly contraptions, and face lethal predators as you hunt for the scattered pieces of the Scion, an artifact of immeasurable power. Whether you’re a veteran raider or new to Lara’s world, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis delivers jaw-dropping visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, modern game design, and new surprises, while honoring the spirit and atmosphere of Lara Croft’s debut adventure.
The Lost Wild (PS5) – 2027
Developer: Great Ape Games
Publisher: Annapurna Interactive
Summary: True fear is primal. Embark on an evasion-based survival horror experience against nature’s ultimate hunters — dinosaurs. Explore overgrown research facilities nestled in a lush wilderness. Be resourceful as you evade, distract, survive, and unravel the mystery at the heart of the island.
Phantom Blade Zero (PS5 & PC) – October 29, 2026
Developer: S-GAME
Publisher: S-GAME Publishing
Summary: S-GAME presents Phantom Blade Zero, a fusion of classic Wuxia storytelling and exhilarating action powered by Unreal Engine 5. You play as Soul, a warrior with only sixty-six days left to live. Fend off assassins, unravel world-ending conspiracies, and defend your values with your life.
Dune: Awakening (PS5) – September 22, 2026
Developer: Funcom
Publisher: Funcom Oslo AS
Summary: Dune: Awakening, the Open World Survival game set in one of science fiction’s most iconic universes, is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 22nd. Featuring a brand new single-player mode, a new chapter in its cinematic storyline, and countless more additions and improvements, this is the definitive version of the game. Arrakis doesn’t wait. Neither should you.
Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered (PS5) – October 1, 2026
Developer: Koei Tecmo Games
Publisher: Koei Tecmo Games
Summary: A striking revival of DYNASTY WARRIORS 3 and DYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Xtreme Legends, which established the foundation of the entire series. The complete cast of more than 40 officers and numerous battlefields beautifully recreated using Unreal Engine 5. Experience even more enjoyable and thrilling action as you aim for the peak of 1 vs. 1,000!
No Rest for the Wicked (PS5 & PC) – October, 2026
Developer: Moon Studios
Publisher: Moon Studio GmbH
Summary: From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a unique, visceral Action RPG set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. We set out to build the souls-like action RPG we always wanted to play. Not a clone, but something more raw, tactile and alive. A world you could actually feel.
No Rest for the Wicked comes to PS5 with 100+ hours of content, new powerful weapons, new bosses and enemies, new areas to explore and a completely reimagined class system. Built for solo players and co-op squads alike. Over 1.8 million players helped us shape Wicked into something far bigger than we ever imagined. Now it’s PlayStation’s turn.
Onimusha Way of the Sword (PS5) – September 25, 2026
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Summary: Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an all-new entry in the Onimusha series, plunges the Oni Gauntlet wielding protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi into an early Edo-period Kyoto under siege by monstrous fiends known as Genma.
Feel the ring of steel on steel as blades clash in a tense back and forth duels. Cut down foes with authentic and satisfying swordplay. Awaken Oni Powers to pull off superhuman feats. All these elements combine to deliver an unprecedented swordplay action experience you will not want to miss.
Pre-order and play the FREE DEMO here!
SILENT HILL: Townfall (PS5) – September 24, 2026
Developer: Screen Burn Interactive
Publisher: Konami
Summary: Simon Ordell is called back to the island of St. Amelia to ‘put things right’, encountering a town lying quiet beneath a heavy fog, seemingly abandoned but not at rest. Venturing deeper and driven to understand his connection to the place and its inhabitants, Simon begins to discover fragments of a past rising to the surface.
Experienced entirely in first person, Simon must explore, evade, and survive using a limited set of weapons and tools, including the CRTV, a pocket television used to tune into unstable signals. Evasion is tense; combat is frenetic, while narrative-driven puzzles reveal a truth that refuses to stay submerged. SILENT HILL: Townfall is a full-length, self-contained psychological horror set against the cold, isolated backdrop of Scotland, 1996.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE (PS5) – October 2, 2026
Developer: Bandai Namco Aces Inc
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Summary: July 2029: The Federation of Central Usea (FCU) has fallen under attack by the Republic of Sotoa. Much of the nation has been invaded, the military is scattered, and you are left adrift at sea aboard the aging aircraft carrier Endurance.
On this ship, you are given the call sign “Wings of Theve”—a legendary ace, and a symbol of hope for the capital of Usea. Now, you must carry that name and take to the skies. With new comrades at your side, fight to reclaim your lost homeland.
Stuntman Hollywood (PS5)
Developer: Saber Interactive
Publisher: Saber Interactive
Summary: Take on iconic stunts inspired by fan favorite Universal Pictures films and NBCUniversal TV shows like Fast & Furious, Back to the Future, Knight Rider, Miami Vice, and Death Race. Stuntman: Hollywood puts you behind the wheel to pull off death-defying stunts – always in style.
Chain together jumps, drifts, and near-misses as chaos unfolds around you, hitting every mark with precision. Rise through the ranks to become Hollywood’s most in-demand stunt performer, unlocking new challenges, vehicles, and increasingly ambitious set pieces as you prove your mastery behind the wheel. Chase perfection and cement your reputation as a true legend of the screen.
ILL (PS5) – 2027
Developer: Team Clout
Publisher: Mundfish Powerhouse
Summary: ILL is a realistic first-person action horror game that takes you into a dark fort overtaken by a mysterious entity. A grim story, unpredictable monsters, a visceral dismemberment system, and realistic physics create an atmosphere of relentless terror.
The game is the first title under the Mundfish Powerhouse label and a debut project from Team Clout studio, who are horror experts and have collaborated with well-known directors. Now, the team is aiming to create a game that will claw its way into your consciousness and expose your true fears, layer by layer.
Control Resonant (PS5) – September 24, 2026
Developer: Remedy Entertainment
Publisher: Remedy Entertainment
Summary: After years in confinement at the hands of the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC), Dylan Faden’s former captors are deploying him at the peak of a supernatural crisis. Charged with combating a mysterious cosmic entity as it alters fundamental aspects of our reality, Dylan must harness his new-found powers to take the fight to the myriad threats overwhelming Manhattan.
Join Dylan in this sequel to the multi-award-winning CONTROL to explore the expansive zones of a city overrun by the corrupting influences of the chaotic Hiss and invasive micro-organism, the Mold, and other twisted paranatural threats. On the path to unlocking the full potential of his supernatural abilities Dylan will also seek out his sister, FBC Director Jesse Faden, as he bids to comprehend and contain the dangers that have spilled beyond the confines of the Oldest House to tear our world apart.
Marathon: Season 2 Nightfall (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – June 2, 2026
Developer: Bungie
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Summary: Darkness descends as Tau Ceti IV fights back. Season 2 is live now. Check out the new season in Marathon’s Open Play Week from June 2 to June 9. Season 2 brings a fresh start where everyone can explore what’s new and chart their path through the season together. Featuring the new map Night Marsh, a new defensive Runner shell: Sentinel, new ways to upgrade your Runner shell to fit your playstyle, new weapons, and more.
Explore the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV, scavenging valuable loot in a high-stakes survival first person shooter from the creators of Halo and Destiny. Infiltrate the dark sci-fi world of Marathon filled with rival players, enemy forces, and unpredictable dangers. Scavenge its maps alone or with a crew, then fight your way to extraction in tense, high-stakes PVP and PVE battles.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds (PS5, Day One On PS PLUS) – Fall 2026
Developer: Jagex
Publisher: Jagex
Summary: Embark on quests, level your skills and explore a beautiful hand-crafted world. This all-new adventure blends high-fantasy and iconic RuneScape lore on a brand new continent. RPG systems reward you with unique abilities and spells as you progress through each skill.
Battle legendary RuneScape creatures like Zogres, challenge Black Knights and the entirely new and fearsome Garou, all set to a sweeping soundtrack of reorchestrated RuneScape classics and hours of brand new music.
Until Dawn 2 (PS5) – 2027
Developer: Firesprite
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Summary: Ready to die for likes? Join a team of ambitious ghost hunters as they chase their next viral hit on a remote island haunted by a woman’s chilling story of demons and ghostly phenomena. When the tale begins to manifest in terrifying ways, the group will have to fight their own fear – and anything else that gets in their way – to get off the island alive. Their lives are in your hands. Make every choice count.
God of War Laufey (PS5)
Developer: Sony Santa Monica
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Summary: Death was supposed to be the end, but for Laufey (Faye), warrior and wife to Kratos, a new adventure is just beginning. Awakening unexpectedly in a strange land after her death, Faye discovers the plans she put in place to protect Kratos and Atreus in her absence are now at risk.
To save the ones she loves, Faye must fight through the afterlife of the gods – the Everywhen – where ruthless gods from across mythology vie for power in a land overflowing with dangerous magic. Harness Faye’s speed, control, and relentlessness to overwhelm even the fiercest of foes with decisive, deadly precision.
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And that’s it for the June State of Play 2026! That’s all the announcements from today’s State of Play. From Marvel’s Wolverine to God of War Laufey, it was a packed show full of games to look forward to. This was just the beginning of Summer Game Fest, with plenty more on the way over the next week. Check out the full schedule here.
