February 2026: The Month's Most Anticipated Games

The start of a new year always brings high expectations for video game fans, and February 2026 promises to be an exciting month. New releases are set to revitalize the gaming community by showcasing the industry's constant evolution with more impressive graphics, innovative mechanics, and fresh narratives even for well known titles.

Now, let's take a look at some of the top February releases!

Starsand Island

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PC

Developer: Seed Lab

Publisher: Seed Lab

Genre: Simulation

Release Date: February 1, 2026

Tired of the city hustle? Escape to Starsand Island and enjoy the simple joys of country life! Live alongside capybaras, cats, and dogs, catch big fish, and explore the enchanting Moonlight Forest. Leave your stress behind and discover the charm of this seaside paradise.

Unemployment Simulator 2018

Platforms: PC

Developer: Samuel Lehikoinen

Publisher: Turbolento Publishing

Genre: Simulation

Release Date: February 3, 2026

How long can you survive unemployment?

The year is 2018, and you are stuck in a small one bedroom apartment in an undisclosed Nordic country. Your goal is to survive the repetitive cycle of long term unemployment and social isolation.

You must manage your stats, including physiological needs and mental health. Keep your dopamine levels up to avoid literally dying of boredom. Eat, drink responsibly, use the bathroom, shower, dodge responsibilities, and find ways to stay entertained. Just stay alive, okay? Survive the week because it will get better.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, Switch, PC

Players: 1

Developer: Square Enix

Publisher: Square Enix

Genre: RPG (Role-Playing Game)

Release Date: February 5, 2026

In Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, embark on an unforgettable journey across past and present. You live as the son of a young fisherman on the quiet island of Estard, until a simple question changes everything: is there anything beyond this small and isolated kingdom?

Alongside your childhood friends, you discover the mysterious Shrine of Mysteries and find yourselves transported through time. There, a shocking truth is revealed: many lands were sealed away by an evil force, and now the fate of the world is in your hands.

This new version brings the classic to life with charming diorama style visuals, gameplay enhancements, and a smoother, more modern narrative.

Nioh 3

Platforms: PlayStation 5, PC

Developer: Team Ninja

Publisher: Koei Tecmo

Genre: Action

Release Date: February 6, 2026

The protagonist, Tokugawa Takechiyo, begins a battle that transcends time. He is attempting to change fate and save a Japan now overrun by Yokai.

The game promises intense exploration across a vast open world, featuring the ability to instantly switch between Samurai and Ninja combat styles to add more dynamism to the fray. Additionally, players will encounter a wide array of iconic historical figures spanning the Edo, Sengoku, Heian, and Bakumatsu periods.

My Hero One's Justice 3

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Players: 1-2

Developer: Byking

Publisher: Bandai Namco

Genre: Fighting

Release Date: February 6, 2026

My Hero One's Justice 3 is an action packed 3D arena fighter where your favorite characters appear in their most powerful forms yet. With a refined battle system, the game highlights the unique Quirks of every hero and villain, taking combat to a whole new level.

Prepare to play through the story's final arc in spectacular 3v3 battles as you follow Deku and others through the Final War between Heroes and Villains. Experience the epic and decisive showdown between One For All and All For One in a climactic and unforgettable experience.

Dead Pets Unleashed

Platforms: PC

Developer: Triple Topping

Publisher: Akupara Games

Genre: Musical / Adventure / Narrative

Release Date: February 6, 2026

Gordy and her punk band, Dead Pets, have been playing together for quite a while, but they have never quite hit the big time.

Now, as they approach 30, personal responsibilities and the band's uncertain future are starting to weigh heavy. Do they still have what it takes to give Dead Pets one last shot at stardom?

Ghost Gunners

Platforms: PC

Players: Up to 6 (Multiplayer)

Developer: Turtlecode Labs

Publisher: Turtlecode Labs

Genre: FPS / Shooter / Multiplayer

Release Date: February 6, 2026

This party style FPS is built to challenge your friends in matches of up to 6 players!

In this game, everyone is invisible, but you will have various tools to track and reveal your enemies. Experiment with different game modes and fully customize your lobbies.

A ghost appears at each player's location at regular intervals. Use these sightings as clues to figure out where your opponents might be hiding.

Mewgenics

Platforms: PC

Developer: Edmund McMillen, Tyler Glaiel

Publisher: Edmund McMillen, Tyler Glaiel

Genre: RPG / Roguelite / Dark Humor

Release Date: February 10, 2026

From creators Edmund McMillen (The Binding of Isaac, Super Meat Boy) and Tyler Glaiel (Closure, The End Is Nigh), comes a deep and unconventional tactical roguelite that asks the following question:

What if you could breed the perfect army of feline warriors and send them on strategic adventures in search of food, money, and plenty of treasure?

Welcome to Boon County, where you will assemble teams of cats, equipping them with class specific collars like Fighter, Tank, Wizard, and many others.

Send your mutant squad into turn based battles that demand careful positioning, insane power combos, and plenty of environmental creativity.

Relooted

Platforms: PC

Developer: Nyamakop

Publisher: Nyamakop

Genre: Puzzle / Action Adventure

Release Date: February 10, 2026

One team. One job. One plan.

In Relooted, these ingredients come together to create a classic heist with some very interesting twists.

Your crew is made up of ordinary citizens from various African countries, each with everyday professions. The goal is to liberate African artifacts currently held in Western museums.

Near the end of the 21st century, a treaty promised the return of these artifacts. Diplomacy seemed to be working until the rules changed and museums began hiding the pieces away from the public.

Now, it is time for a stealthier approach. You will have 70 real and culturally significant artifacts to recover.

The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest

Platforms: Switch, PC

Developer: Elden Pixels

Publisher: Acclaim, Inc.

Genre: Action / 2D Platformer

Release Date: February 10, 2026

After a therapy session goes horribly wrong, you find yourself trapped inside the mind of a game developer on the brink of physical and emotional burnout during the final stage of an extremely intense project.

Experience a light metroidvania style journey steeped in anxiety and based on a surprisingly true story.

Romeo is a Dead Man

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Developer: GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC.

Publisher: GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC.

Genre: Action / Hack and Slash

Release Date: February 11, 2026

Take control of Romeo Stargazer in this multi chapter, single player third person action adventure. His story is unpredictable and packed with intense battles, interspersed with side missions that let players progress at their own pace.

Everything begins when space time is shattered by a mysterious incident. Romeo, on the verge of death, is revived by advanced technology and recruited by the FBI Space Time Police.

Now, he travels across the cosmos in pursuit of criminals taking advantage of the chaos, all while searching for clues about his missing girlfriend, Juliet. Wearing the Deadgear mask, what awaits Romeo at the edge of the universe?

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch

Developer: 91Act

Publisher: 91Act, Astrolabe Games

Genre: Action Roguelike / 2D

Release Date: February 12, 2026

BlazBlue Entropy Effect is a spin off of the BlazBlue series, featuring an original story and setting separate from the main plot.

Prepare for stylish combat with extremely satisfying combos and responsive controls. The game features a diverse cast of characters, each with unique styles and a wide variety of unlockable moves and upgrades.

This action roguelike raises the bar for fluid and fast paced gameplay, offering exciting battles from start to finish.

Disciples: Domination

Platforms: PC

Developer: Artefacts Studio

Publisher: Kalypso Media

Genre: Strategy RPG / Turn Based Combat

Release Date: February 12, 2026

Dominate the chaos! Fifteen years after Avyanna liberated Nevendaar, Disciples: Domination takes you back to a realm hanging by a thread.

In this turn based dark fantasy strategy RPG, you take the throne of Queen Avyanna, attempting to hold together a crumbling kingdom. Your decisions will be essential in defining the future of this war torn land.

RIDE 6

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Developer: Milestone S.r.l.

Publisher: Milestone S.r.l.

Genre: Racing / Simulation / Sports

Release Date: February 12, 2026

Experience the thrill of both asphalt and dirt with RIDE 6. Define your identity as a rider by joining the RIDE Fest, racing over 250 bikes across different categories, and challenging real life motorcycling legends.

RIDE 6 is not just about riding; it is about who you become on two wheels. Every race is a statement, and the time has come to prove what it really means to be a true biker.

Collect and ride more than 250 motorcycles, including Baggers and Enduro models, and explore new off road tracks that make the experience even more complete and exciting.

Mario Tennis Fever

Platforms: Switch 2

Developer: Camelot Software

Publisher: Nintendo

Genre: Sports

Release Date: February 12, 2026

Join Mario and his friends for super chaotic and fun tennis matches! Use classic shots like topspin, slice, and lob, now featuring even more refined movement.

The game introduces new defensive maneuvers that will be essential for outperforming opponents on the court. The longer you sustain a rally, the more your Euphoria Meter builds, unlocking powerful special shots.

These shots can be amplified with unique effects when using Euphoric Rackets, making every match even more thrilling and unpredictable.

High On Life 2

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Players: 1

Developer: Squanch Games

Publisher: Squanch Games

Genre: Shooter

Release Date: February 13, 2026

After taking down an intergalactic cartel and saving humanity from extinction, you have finally achieved fame, wealth, and a relatively peaceful life.

However, everything changes when a mysterious figure from your past returns and puts a bounty on your sister's head, turning your new routine into pure chaos. Now, you must risk it all once more to confront an intergalactic conspiracy that threatens humanity yet again.

High On Life 2 is back with its crew of dangerous misfits, blending gunplay, humor, and action across incredible alien worlds as you attempt to dismantle an evil pharmaceutical conglomerate looking to profit from human life.

REANIMAL

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PC

Players: 1-2

Developer: Tarsier Studios

Publisher: THQ Nordic

Genre: Adventure

Release Date: February 13, 2026

The original creators of Little Nightmares™ and Little Nightmares™ II are back to take players on an even more terrifying and intense journey.

In REANIMAL, a cooperative horror adventure game, you take on the roles of two siblings facing a literal nightmare to rescue their missing friends. Exploring by both boat and land, you will need to use your wits, courage, and teamwork to survive.

With a dark and extremely tense atmosphere, the game focuses on constant suspense as the protagonists seek hope and redemption amidst desperate circumstances and the dark secrets haunting the island.

Clue: Murder by Death

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, Switch, PC

Players: 1

Developer: Cocodrolo Games

Publisher: Cocodrolo Games

Genre: Puzzle / Investigation

Release Date: February 13, 2026

Clue: Murder by Death is a narrative detective adventure inspired by classic British mystery novels and modern investigation games.

Explore a towering mansion, examine evidence, interrogate suspects, and connect clues across different narrative paths. Every conversation, alliance, and accusation directly influences the course of the investigation and determines how the story ends.

England, 1932. A man is dead... and time is running out.

Lord Robert Anderson has been found murdered in his isolated country manor. Called by his loyal butler, who was a former companion of your father during the Great War, you arrive in the dead of night to uncover the truth.

Everyone appears shaken, but behind polite smiles lie secrets, grudges, and carefully hidden motives.

You do not know who committed the crime yet, but you know you must act fast.

Astrobotanica

Early Access

Platforms: PC

Players: 1

Developer: Space Goblin Studio

Publisher: Space Goblin Studio

Genre: Simulation / Survival

Release Date: February 16, 2026

Astrobotanica™ is a scientifically focused survival game set on a prehistoric Earth.

You are Xel, a highly educated alien botanist on a mission to find rare seeds capable of saving your home planet. However, after a crash landing on ancient Earth, you find yourself surrounded by wild animals, primitive humans, and a toxic atmosphere.

Your knowledge of alien botany will be essential for survival. You must learn to cultivate and process unknown plants, turning them into food and medicine.

Experimentation, adaptation, and research will be key to discovering species that can thrive on your planet in the future. For now, though, your priority is finding the vital resources needed to keep breathing and endure this hostile world.

Dobbel Dungeon

Platforms: PC

Developer: Gamepie

Publisher: Gamepie

Genre: RPG / Strategy / Dice

Release Date: February 16, 2026

A mysterious curse has taken hold of the land.

After a wave of magic swept across the world, several wild animals transformed into monstrous versions of themselves and began attacking the inhabitants. Now, it is up to you to gather your party, roll the dice, and fight across the islands to end this curse once and for all!

Become a master of strategy and dice manipulation by choosing a group of three heroes, each with unique abilities and styles, before venturing into the wild.

Along the way, you can rescue new heroes, find powerful items, and spend your hard earned gold at shops run by people you have saved from danger. Every decision and completed mission helps your characters evolve in different ways during each new run.

Strange Brew

Platforms: PC

Developer: Electric Monk Media

Publisher: Electric Monk Media

Genre: Action / 3D Platformer

Release Date: February 18, 2026

Strange Brew is a cinematic 3D action platformer featuring intense chases that feel like they are straight out of a zombie movie.

Sprint to escape, toss coffee beans to distract enemies, and use environmental traps to slow down, crush, or electrocute dangerous hordes.

Expect constant chaos, absurd moments, screams, and laughs as you control a duck mascot who is completely addicted to coffee.

The Killing Stone

Platforms: PC

Developer: Question

Publisher: Question

Genre: Card Battler / Strategy / Horror

Release Date: February 18, 2026

From the creators of The Blackout Club and The Magic Circle comes The Killing Stone, a card battler featuring a stunning stylized look, glowing effects, a haunting soundtrack, and an original first person narrative.

Set in the 17th century within a remote region of the Arctic Circle, the game blends occultism and horror into a unique experience.

Face demons, bargain with supernatural forces, and attempt to outsmart the Devil himself in a deck building card battler wrapped in a dark and mysterious story. Your goal is to cleanse the sins of a cursed family before it is too late.

Demon Tides

Platforms: PC

Developer: Fabraz

Publisher: Fabraz

Genre: Action / 3D Platformer / Open World / Anime

Release Date: February 19, 2026

Dash across open oceans and uncover the dark secrets of a mysterious kingdom. In Demon Tides, you traverse dozens of different environments in an adventure full of freedom, upgrading your gear and modifying your movement at every step.

Explore distant seas and structures, reaching every hidden corner with an expressive and varied set of skills. Overcome challenges or discover secret chests to collect talismans that alter your abilities and allow you to customize your playstyle.

And do not forget, you are not alone on this journey! Compete with other players in speedrun challenges by racing against their ghosts, or leave messages in the world for everyone to see.

Love Eternal

Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PC

Developer: brlka

Publisher: Ysbryd Games

Genre: Precision Platformer / Narrative / Psychological Horror

Release Date: February 19, 2026

Explore a castle built from bitter memories in Love Eternal, a psychological horror platformer featuring cruel challenges and an unsettling experimental narrative. Find a way out or remain in the shelter forever.

Run, jump, and even reverse the flow of gravity to escape the mind of a selfish god. You play as Maya, a child torn from her family by a lonely deity, and you will need to traverse over 100 stages filled with spikes, lasers, traps, and puzzles while uncovering the terrible secret behind your new prison.

Styx: Blades of Greed

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Developer: Cyanide Studio

Publisher: Nacon

Genre: Stealth / Action / Adventure

Release Date: February 19, 2026

The master of stealth is back! In Styx: Blades of Greed, explore the dizzying heights of the Iserian Continent and eliminate your enemies with wit and creativity.

You control Styx, a cunning and sarcastic goblin who has mastered the art of hiding in the shadows. Your goal is to get your hands on Quartz, the most precious and dangerous resource in a world on the brink of war between elves, humans, and orcs.

The game refines the formula of previous titles by offering more freedom, new powers, and better tools. Whether you are a newcomer or a long time fan, it has never been this much fun to be greedy.

Ys X: Nordics

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Switch 2, PC

Developer: Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH

Publisher: NIS America, Inc.

Genre: Adventure / Action RPG

Release Date: February 20, 2026

As the definitive edition of one of the most acclaimed chapters in the Ys series, Ys X: Nordics delivers all the fast paced combat and engaging storytelling of the original. This version includes new mechanics, a high difficulty dungeon, and a brand new side story integrated into the game.

After a tense encounter at sea, the young adventurer Adol and the proud Norman warrior Karja find themselves bound by Mana shackles while facing the threat of an immortal horde called the Griegr, who seek to plunder the vibrant Obelia Gulf.

Aboard the ship Sandras, they gather allies and embark on an unforgettable journey against this dark force.

Rainbow Six Mobile

Platforms: iOS, Android

Players: Multiplayer (5v5)

Publisher: Ubisoft

Genre: First Person Shooter / Competitive

Release Date: February 23, 2026

Rainbow Six Mobile is the latest title in the renowned Rainbow Six franchise, bringing a free to play and highly competitive multiplayer experience to mobile devices.

Participate in classic Attack vs. Defense modes, playing as an Attacker or Defender in fast paced 5v5 matches full of action and close quarters tension.

Work with your team to create strategies, take advantage of destructible environments, and choose from a variety of specialized Operators, each with unique abilities and gadgets.

Reigns: The Witcher

Platforms: PC, iOS, Android

Players: 1

Developer: Nerial

Publisher: Devolver Digital

Genre: Strategy

Release Date: February 25, 2026

In Reigns: The Witcher, you will live a unique adventure as Geralt of Rivia through the songs narrated by the bard Dandelion.

The game is the newest entry in the famous Reigns series, combining quick swipe based choices with the dark and brutal atmosphere of the The Witcher universe created by CD PROJEKT RED.

As the legendary monster hunter, you will need to navigate moral dilemmas, face absurd situations, and survive in a cruel world. Will you hunt monsters, annoy the locals, or simply take a hot bath?

Every decision helps compose an epic legend that might even become eternal.

Tales of Berseria Remastered

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PC

Developer: D.A.G Inc.

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

Genre: Action / JRPG / Anime

Release Date: February 26, 2026

Tales of Berseria is back in a remastered version featuring gameplay improvements and various quality of life optimizations.

Experience an epic journey of self discovery that has been enhanced for the first time. The sacred kingdom awaits its savior, but a lone woman named Velvet carries the scars of a traumatic betrayal.

Join Velvet on her quest for revenge, accompanied by a group of eccentric companions, as she navigates the archipelago of the Midgand Kingdom in an unforgettable adventure.

Resident Evil Requiem

Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PC

Players: 1

Developer: Capcom

Publisher: Capcom

Genre: Action / Survival Horror

Release Date: February 27, 2026

A requiem for the dead and a nightmare for the living. Prepare to escape death in a breathtaking experience. A new era of survival horror arrives with Resident Evil Requiem, which is the most immersive and ambitious chapter in the iconic franchise.

The story follows FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, while players also dive into electrifying action scenes with the legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy. Their journeys intertwine to offer distinct gameplay styles and an intense, emotional narrative.

The game takes fans back to the city that symbolizes the disaster, Raccoon City, the former headquarters of the Umbrella pharmaceutical corporation. Following the 1998 zombie outbreak, the government approved a sterilization operation involving a missile strike to quickly contain the situation. However, everything was covered up shortly after. Now, the horror returns with even greater force.

February brings a diverse lineup of new titles along with highly anticipated games like Resident Evil Requiem. I hope you found your new game of the month!

See you next time!