The nine biggest video game releases of February 2026

GameCentral looks through a surprisingly stacked February and narrows down which games you should be paying attention to that month.

Typically, the earliest months of the year are pretty quiet when it comes to major video game releases. January has been no exception, but this February is surprisingly more packed than usual.

Looking through the release schedule, we’ve noticed that there are plenty of significant and exciting games to look forward to. Perhaps a result of publishers trying to get their games out ahead of GTA 6’s May release… before it was delayed to November.

We suspected some publishers would feel more comfortable with delaying their own games without GTA 6 breathing down their necks (IO Interactive has already pushed 007: First Light back into May), but at this point, barring some sort of catastrophe, it is too short notice to issue any last-minute delays

So, ahead of next month, we’ve put together a shortlist of the most exciting February releases you should be keeping an eye on.

Code Vein 2 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC)

This one technically launches at the end of January but since it’s just on the cusp, we’re including it on this list. Plus, it’s one of two Soulslikes set to release in the space of a week, which means fans of the genre will need to pick one to commit to.

Anime fans will be more interested in Code Vein 2, which has kept the visual style and vampire flavouring of its predecessor, but is set in an entirely new world and boasts a new time travel mechanic.

We admittedly didn’t think much of the first Code Vein, but it did have some unique ideas to call its own and developer Bandai Namco Studios has promised improvements across the board, not just for its combat but also its computer-controlled allies.

Release date: January 30

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PC)

Dragon Quest 7 was remade once already for the Nintendo 3DS back in 2016, but Square Enix and developer HexaDrive are giving it an even more substantial overhaul for 2026.

Described as being rebuilt from the ground up, it is offering new diorama inspired graphics, a reworked battle system, a new mechanic that lets party members hold two job classes at once, and a more streamlined narrative.

Dragon Quest 7 is famously very long, even by role-playing game standards, so perhaps this remake won’t be as intimidating for new players. There’s already a demo available if you’re interested in trying it out.

Release date: February 5

Nioh 3 (PlayStation 5, PC)

The other big Soulslike launching next month, we have high hopes for Nioh 3 as we consider the previous games to be the best examples of the genre not to be made by FromSoftware.

Nioh 2 wasn’t as much of an improvement over the first game, though, and still suffered from a lot of needless padding and overly long missions. With any luck, third time’s the charm and these issues will have been ironed out.

At the very least, Nioh 3’s combat should still be excellent, and it will also offer a new fast-paced ninja fighting style. A free demo will be available a week in advance from January 29.

Release date: February 6

Romeo Is A Dead Man (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC)

It’s been more than four years since No More Heroes 3 and while there’s no sign of a sequel, the next game from series director Goichi Suda aka Suda51 is sure to scratch a similar itch.

Romeo Is A Dead Man is a new action game announced at a summer State of Play last year and though its graphics may be rather grounded, it promises to be as violently over-the-top as you’d expect from Suda51.

You play as one Romeo Stargazer and instead of fighting assassins, you’re basically a time cop hunting down criminals across time and space while also searching for your missing girlfriend.

Release date: February 11

Mario Tennis Fever (Nintendo Switch 2)

Nintendo’s first big exclusive of the year, Mario Tennis Fever is one of four games announced for the Super Mario franchise’s 40th anniversary alongside the Super Mario Galaxy remasters and a new Yoshi game.

It’s still too soon to tell if this will surpass Mario Tennis Aces as the best Mario tennis game, but it does already boast the largest roster in the series at 38 characters.

Not to mention a robust selection of gameplay modes, including one directly influenced by the surreal Wonder Flower effects from Super Mario Bros. Wonder and a new campaign that sees Mario and friends turned into babies.

Release date: February 12

High On Life 2 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC)

The first High On Life was a temporary Xbox exclusive before eventually making the jump to other platforms. That won’t be the case for the sequel, which will be a multiplatform launch from day one.

We were honestly surprised to see this announced considering the departure of Justin Roiland, who founded developer Squash Games and voiced the first game’s protagonist.

The reveal trailer had surprisingly few jokes, but it did promise new weapons and a skateboarding mechanic, and it’ll even include emulated versions of some obscure and awful retro video games.

Release date: February 13

Reanimal (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC)

Little Nightmares 3 saw the series shift developers to Supermassive Games and while it was a decent enough continuation, its lack of innovation and repetitiveness held it back.

Fortunately, series creator Tarsier Studios is releasing its own horror game Reanimal and, based on first impressions, it’s already looking much more disturbing than the studio’s previous work.

Like Little Nightmares, Reanimal will have plenty of horrifying monsters to stealthily sneak past as you solve puzzles as well as local and online co-op options. A free demo is available for download right now.

Release date: February 13

Virtual Boy (Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch)

This one makes it on the list just because it’s so amusing and mind boggling. You’d think Nintendo would leave the Virtual Boy in the past as it’s the company’s least successful console ever, only lasting a year before it was discontinued.

Yet Nintendo is not only adding a selection of Virtual Boy games to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service (starting with three, with 14 more to follow), but you’ll need to buy a new version of the Virtual Boy binoculars just to play them.

The accessory costs £66.99 and is exclusive to Switch Online subscribers, though there’s a much cheaper cardboard model you can get for £16.99.

Release date: February 17

Resident Evil Requiem (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC)

Between Reanimal and this, February looks to be a good month for horror game fans. Resident Evil Requiem already made a strong first impression with its hands-on previews, with it potentially the scariest game in the series yet.

Fan excitement has only ratcheted up thanks to the inclusion of Resident Evil 4 hero Leon, who offers more action-focused gameplay compared to new protagonist Grace’s segments, which are in line with the slow-paced horror seen in Resident Evil 7: biohazard.

Speaking of, Capcom is also launching Switch 2 ports of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village on the same day alongside a dedicated Switch 2 controller. There are plans for amiibo figures too, but details remain slim on those.

Release date: February 27

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