Major Games Missing from PlayStation State of Play

The PlayStation State of Play held on February 12, 2026 delivered plenty of announcements and updates, but there were also several highly anticipated games that fans expected to see — and didn’t.

Whether due to development timing, marketing strategies, or simply saving reveals for larger showcases later in the year, many major titles were noticeably absent from the show.

Here are some of the biggest PlayStation and third-party games that were missing from the State of Play.

PlayStation First-Party Games That Were Missing

Marvel’s Wolverine (2026)

One of the most anticipated PlayStation exclusives, Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games was widely expected to make an appearance.

While the game remains one of Sony’s biggest upcoming releases, the company chose not to showcase new gameplay or story details during the State of Play. That absence stood out to many fans and suggests the company may be saving a major reveal for a dedicated showcase later in the year.

Given the success of Insomniac’s Spider-Man series, expectations for Wolverine remain extremely high.

Phantom Blade Zero — September 9, 2026

Phantom Blade Zero has been one of the most visually impressive action games shown in recent years, blending fast martial-arts combat with a dark fantasy setting.

With a confirmed release date of September 9, 2026, many fans expected a new trailer or gameplay update. Instead, the game was absent from the presentation, leaving players eager for more information as launch approaches.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet

Developed by Naughty Dog, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is one of PlayStation’s most mysterious upcoming projects.

Very little has been officially revealed about the game, and its absence from the State of Play only added to the curiosity. Considering Naughty Dog’s reputation for blockbuster storytelling, this title remains one of the most closely watched projects in PlayStation’s lineup.

Third-Party Games That Were Missing

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra (2026)

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, developed by Skydance New Media and led by Amy Hennig, is shaping up to be a cinematic action-adventure set during World War II.

The game features Captain America and Black Panther working together against Hydra forces, and its strong narrative focus has generated significant excitement. Despite that momentum, the title did not appear during the State of Play.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer (2026)

Star Wars: Galactic Racer is rumored to be a fast-paced racing game set in the Star Wars universe, featuring iconic vehicles and locations from across the franchise.

With Star Wars games continuing to attract massive audiences, many fans expected at least a teaser or announcement — but the game remained absent from the show.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (2026)

The upcoming Tomb Raider project is the second remake of the original Tomb Raider, continuing Crystal Dynamics’ effort to modernize Lara Croft’s earliest adventures for a new generation of players.

Rather than introducing a brand-new storyline, this remake is designed to revisit the franchise’s roots while preparing players for the next major chapter in the series, Tomb Raider: Catalyst which is schedule to release on 2027.

Given the franchise’s popularity and long history on PlayStation platforms, its absence from the State of Play stood out, especially as fans continue to wait for the next official release date.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword (2026)

Capcom’s return to the Onimusha franchise has generated a lot of excitement among longtime fans.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is expected to modernize the classic action-adventure series with updated visuals and gameplay systems. While Capcom has confirmed the project is in development, the game was not featured during the State of Play presentation.

Grand Theft Auto VI (2026)

If there was one game almost guaranteed not to appear at the State of Play, it was Grand Theft Auto VI.

Rockstar Games typically reveals and markets its titles independently rather than through platform-holder events. Still, GTA VI remains one of the most anticipated releases in gaming history, and fans continue to watch closely for new updates as its expected 2026 launch approaches.

My Thoughts

This State of Play delivered solid announcements, but the absence of several major titles left many players wondering what’s coming next.

The good news is that 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for gaming, especially for PlayStation fans, with several major titles expected to arrive later in the year.

With games like Wolverine, Phantom Blade Zero, and Grand Theft Auto VI on the horizon, the rest of the year could bring some very big reveals.

And if history tells us anything, Sony is likely saving some of its biggest surprises for later.