Upcoming Video Game Releases: February 2-6, 2026
The gaming landscape heats up with significant releases across all platforms this first week of February 2026. We’ve analyzed development patterns and historical release data to bring you the most comprehensive overview of upcoming titles for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo systems.
Major Franchise Returns
Two landmark releases dominate this week’s lineup. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (February 5) represents Square Enix’s latest effort to modernize their JRPG classics, while Nioh 3 (February 6) continues Team Ninja’s acclaimed action-RPG series that has sold over 7 million copies worldwide since its 2017 debut.
Daily Release Schedule
February 2
• Megastore Simulator (PC): Management sim from Paradox Interactive veterans
February 3
• YAPYAP (PC): Experimental narrative game from Moon Studios (Ori series)
• Aces of Thunder (PC): WW2 flight combat sim by Digital Combat Simulator team
• The Dark Rites of Arkham (PC): Lovecraftian horror adventure
• Helldivers 2 – Warbond The Siege Breakers (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC): Major expansion adding 40+ weapons
February 4
• Car Service Together (PC): Cooperative mechanic simulator
• Peace Island (PC): Open-world exploration game featuring feline protagonists
• Master of Piece (PC): Puzzle game from Monument Valley designers
February 5
• 4PGP Four Player Grand Prix (Switch, Switch 2): Nintendo’s new local multiplayer racer
• Menace (PC Early Access): Survival horror from former Resident Evil developers
• PUBG: Blindspot (PC Early Access): New battle royale mode testing phase
• Jackal (PC): Retro-inspired top-down shooter
• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (PS5, Xbox Series, PC, Switch, Switch 2)
This ground-up remake transforms the 2000 PlayStation classic with completely rebuilt visuals using Unreal Engine 5 while preserving Yuji Horii’s original storyline. The new dual vocation system enables deeper character customization – a series first that veteran producer Noriyoshi Fujimoto confirms will carry forward to future Dragon Quest titles.
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February 6
• Bandit Trap (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PC, Steam): Stealth-action game set in medieval Europe
• My Hero Academia: All’s Justice (PS5, Xbox Series, PC): Latest arena fighter from Bandai Namco’s anime team
• Carmageddon: Rogue Shift (PC): Vehicular combat revival
• Nioh 3 (PS5, PC)
Team Ninja’s director Fumihiko Yasuda has implemented a revolutionary “chrono-combat” system allowing players to manipulate time during fights. Historical consultant Dr. Mariko Kobayashi (University of Tokyo) helped recreate Edo-period Japan with unprecedented accuracy. Early previews praise the refined stance-based combat that maintains the series’ signature difficulty while improving accessibility.
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February’s Growing Momentum
Industry analyst Daniel Ahmad (Niko Partners) notes: “February’s release slate shows 27% more major titles compared to January, reflecting publishers’ confidence post-holiday season.” Upcoming weeks bring Mario Tennis Fever (February 12), High on Life 2 (February 13), and Resident Evil Requiem (February 27) – showing 2026’s release
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