{"id":313506,"date":"2026-02-27T19:43:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T19:43:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/313506\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T19:43:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T19:43:08","slug":"release-of-resident-evil-requiem-tops-february-industy-news-with-trailers-city-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/313506\/","title":{"rendered":"Release of \u2018Resident Evil Requiem\u2019 tops February industy news (with trailers) \u2013 City Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/fXVy4mALHLY?si=GT7pqm5svUMCwrVx\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The next anticipated release for Capcom\u2019s survival horror franchise, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fXVy4mALHLY\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Resident Evil Requiem<\/a>,\u201d is set to release on the PlayStation 5 on Feb. 27.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This will mark the ninth game in the series and will bring back fan-favorite protagonist Leon Kennedy, who will be returning to Raccoon City.<\/p>\n<p>Gamers like San Diego City College student Ayden Gonzalez has noticed more horror games coming out in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Story continues below advertisement<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m excited about them,\u201d Gonzalez, 17, said. \u201cThey tend to overmind the horror games and they kind of just make it to scare. But I\u2019ve been seeing more like psychological or like, more environmental horror games that look cool.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>With only days left in February, City Times Media has compiled all the important information on upcoming games and updates announced this month.<\/p>\n<p>Check back each month so you don\u2019t miss important gaming news.<\/p>\n<p>PlayStation State of Play, Feb. 12<\/p>\n<p>PlayStation shared what it has in development and scheduled for the rest of the year at its Feb. 12 presentation.<\/p>\n<p>In the hour-long showcase, Sony shared enough upcoming projects to keep you busy.<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/live\/P0e5YEXtZu0?si=t32Z4teBmn26jHaR\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Among the highlights:<\/p>\n<p>John Wick game for wishlist\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/saber.games\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saber Interactive<\/a> showcased gameplay snippets from their upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/OhHvHrDBru8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">John Wick<\/a> game.<\/p>\n<p>The game lets you take control of the notorious Baba Yaga in a gun-fu action game, as you battle foes from inside a library to the streets.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There is no set release date for the game, but you can wishlist the game to make sure you don\u2019t miss the release.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/OhHvHrDBru8?si=VEEnmS8KU6nWOsSU\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Mina the Hollower,\u2019 spring 2026<\/p>\n<p>From the studio that brought you the platformer Shovel Knight, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtclubgames.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Yacht Club Games<\/a> is set to release their latest game, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=K2uVoWOFBR8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mina the Hollower<\/a>,\u201d this spring.<\/p>\n<p>This traditional retro art game has the feel of classic handheld games like \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/IeAfHfPiXQs\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Legend of Zelda Oracle of Seasons<\/a>,\u201d \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/unF6tSrcprk\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Metroid<\/a>\u201d and \u201cCastlevania.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The game will have 25 unique bosses, an upgrade system, and modifiers to create even more replayability.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/K2uVoWOFBR8?si=1sWlc_hd98AYdSie\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To watch the PlayStation State of Play, click <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/P0e5YEXtZu0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To see the updated list of games for PlayStation Plus, click\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.playstation.com\/2026\/02\/12\/playstation-plus-game-catalog-for-february-marvels-spider-man-2-test-drive-unlimited-solar-crown-neva-season-a-letter-to-the-future-and-more\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Feb. 5<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Nintendo<\/a> showed its lineup of games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 from their partner showcase on Feb. 5.<\/p>\n<p>For 16-year-old engineering major and Xbox player Abidan Barrientos, the anticipated game of the year is \u201cLego Batman.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Lego games have been gone for a while,\u201d he said. \u201cTo see it come back, and with Batman, kind of crossing versions of him from the movies.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Lego Batman game is called \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/pUG2flptd1I\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Legacy of the Dark Knight<\/a>\u201d and will be released on May 29.<\/p>\n<p>It features various Batman variants from previous games and movie appearances.<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUG2flptd1I\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Orbitals,\u2019 Summer 2026<\/p>\n<p>From the studio that brought you the 2025 Game of the Year <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2VaLOc1FpSo\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Clair Obscur: Expedition 33<\/a> comes a fun co-op experience to enjoy with your friends called \u201cOrbitals.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This fun space adventure offers interesting tools to use during your adventure to overcome platforming puzzles.<\/p>\n<p>Grab your friend and get ready for summer with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kepler-interactive.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kepler Interactive\u2019s<\/a> upcoming galactic adventure.<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/qGGRqF3VJEE?si=YgN8quqS_AnEFojY\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Pragmata,\u2019 April 24\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Capcom has its foot on the gas, releasing another new title coming to the Nintendo eShop.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6lbf5ZPUtx0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Pragmata<\/a> is a game where you control Hugh Williams and an android, Diana, as they navigate a research center on the moon.<\/p>\n<p>Diana has the unique ability to hack into electronics, making for unique gameplay and puzzle-solving elements.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You can pick this game up on the Switch 2 on April 24.<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6lbf5ZPUtx0?si=O-6R4tjuvPxilyzZ\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflections,\u2019 March 13<\/p>\n<p>Take the bustling world of Monster Hunter with you on the go with <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/FDTs5iPabv4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Hunter Stories 3<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Battle with monster allies called \u201cMonsties\u201d in this open-world experience and boost their abilities with the upgrade system known as the \u201cRite of Channeling.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy fighting monsters on your Switch 2 anywhere from campus to your home.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/FDTs5iPabv4?si=tM51OuI5m2u5d7l6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To watch the Nintendo Partner Showcase, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=88Ym9SCKFpc&amp;t=127s\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Overwatch\u2019 update and mobile game coming<\/p>\n<p>Activision Blizzard has released a <a href=\"https:\/\/overwatch.blizzard.com\/en-us\/news\/patch-notes\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">big update<\/a> for their live service hero shooter, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/overwatch.blizzard.com\/en-us\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Overwatch<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The company dropped the \u201c2\u201d in the title, and with that, we reset to season one.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Jxli-VIX8fw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">With the addition of 5 new characters<\/a>, one tank, two damage dealers, and two support characters, players have a lot of new options and compositions to try out.<\/p>\n<p>These new characters are Domina (tank), Anran (damage), Emre (damage), Mizuki (support) and the popular new support, Jetpack Cat.<\/p>\n<p>For those gaming on a mobile phone, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2p0oqXD3voI\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Overwatch Rush<\/a> is a 4v4 shooter announced for mobile devices set in the world of Overwatch.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This game offers a new way to take your favorite heroes on the go to battle in four-on-four mayhem. The project is still in development stages.<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2p0oqXD3voI\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Tom Clancy\u2019s Rainbow Six Siege\u2019<\/p>\n<p>For the tactical shooter fans, \u201cTom Clancy\u2019s Rainbow Six Siege\u201d released a new balance patch as well as a new <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Jyek6SpHz6A\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">operator teaser<\/a> featuring the Metal Gear Solid series protagonist, Solid Snake.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Jyek6SpHz6A?si=HKA1qTJ3UZPta5kU\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u20182XKO\u2019 new character release and patch notes<\/p>\n<p>Riot Games continues to add more characters to the roster of their tag-fighter, <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/TrUde1RDyM4?si=BKVEdWgC4c3_VqxT\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">2XKO<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=e8al2A0FsU0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Caitlyn<\/a>, the marksman from Piltover, joined the fight in late January and brought a new way for players to lock down opponents with her zoning capabilities.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/2xko.riotgames.com\/en-us\/news\/game-updates\/2xko-patch-notes-1-1-2\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patch 1.1.2 <\/a>has some minor gameplay fixes to ensure combat is flowing as intended, and Illaoi received some changes as well.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t see the video? <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/TrUde1RDyM4?si=BKVEdWgC4c3_VqxT\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This story was edited by Briana Bush and Nadia Lavin.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Can\u2019t see the video? 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