State of Play 2026: Legacy, thrills, and big titles – PlayStation gets off to a strong start.
The State of Play 2026 didn't hold back. For over an hour, Sony Interactive Entertainment laid out a clear vision for the PlayStation 5 : 2026 will be a year that speaks to gamers' memories while looking straight ahead into the future.
PlayStation isn't just looking to surprise. It's looking to consolidate . To remind everyone that its major franchises aren't relics. They're foundations. And this 2026 State of Play edition demonstrated that with a rare balance between cult classic returns, ambitious new iterations, and heartfelt tributes .
Among the announcements, ranging from big blockbusters to unexpected surprises, we saw Kena: Scars of Kosmora , Ghost of Yōtei Legends , Death Stranding 2: On the Beach , 4: Loop , Pragmata , Resident Evil Requiem , Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered , Brigandine Abyss , Dead or Alive 6 Last Round , Crimson Moon , Beast of Reincarnation , Mina the Hollower , Neva: Prologue , Yakoh Shinobi Ops , Project Windless , Star Wars: Galactic Racer , Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls , Darwin's Paradox , Marathon , John Wick , Pragmata , and of course several in-house announcements like the remake of the God of War trilogy and the 2D game God of War: Sons of Sparta , all alongside the already anticipated titles Rayman Remaster , Castlevania: Belmont's Curse , Silent Hill: Townfall and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 .
And naturally, we watched it with particular attention. Because several of the games shown are now * drumroll* part of the Shop!!
Rayman is back, and with great fanfare!

Rayman is platforming at its purest: clear, precise, fast-paced, and challenging without ever being punishing . This remaster doesn't betray the franchise's DNA; it respects it. It modernizes without distorting, refines without simplifying, and streamlines without betraying the original spirit . It reminds us why this series has left its mark on an entire generation of gamers .
In a market saturated with sometimes pointless reboots, seeing Rayman return with coherence and elegance is frankly reassuring. It's the kind of project that proves you can bring a classic up to date without losing its soul . And yes, we're particularly proud to offer it in a physical version with the Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition !
The Belmonts resume the hunt

Gothic atmosphere, fast-paced 2D action, meticulous exploration: Belmont's Curse clearly feels like a return to the series' roots . This is an episode that fully embraces the saga's legacy while giving it a modern and controlled direction. Not a static homage. A true continuation.
What stands out from the first revealed sequences is a clear desire to return to the essence of the genre: rhythm, tension, precision . Castlevania isn't trying to become something else. It's trying to become itself again . And for discerning and seasoned Metroidvania fans, everything is in place to make it one of the year's standout titles .
Silent Hill: Let's turn the flashlight back on

If there's one franchise whose return was eagerly anticipated, it's Silent Hill . Townfall confirms that the universe isn't solely based on nostalgia. The approach seems more psychological, more oppressive, more introspective . Less over-the-top action, more unease.
Silent Hill has always been about atmosphere, silence, and slowly building tension . And Townfall seems to want to reconnect with that identity, focusing on a more diffuse, unsettling, and enduring fear. If the execution holds up, 2026 could well mark a key milestone in the franchise's revival .
Metal Gear, a monument of video games

Metal Gear isn't just a cult classic. It's a cornerstone of video game history . Bold writing. Cinematic presentation. A vision that defined a generation.
With Master Collection Vol. 2 , the work continues: making these games accessible, complete, and respectfully preserved . For the players who experienced them upon their release. For those discovering them today. And for collectors who wish to keep a physical record of these landmarks of the medium .
Beyond the titles, this State of Play 2026 conveys a crucial message: video games embrace their history . They no longer seek to erase the past to chase the next trend. They build upon it. They restore it. They continue. They extend it.
2026 is shaping up to be a solid year. A busy year. A thrilling year. And we'll be there to support it, just like we always do: by championing physical media, highlighting strong franchises, and staying true to what has driven us from the start. The State of Play set the tone. The rest will be decided with controller in hand.





























