9 Game and Movie Trailers Worth Watching This Week
Looking for the absolute best new game and movie trailers from this past week? From major PlayStation announcements to prestigious film festival previews, we have rounded up all the biggest reveals you need to see.
Even though Sony's recent showcase left some viewers wanting more, the broader entertainment world delivered a steady stream of exciting previews. We saw major updates for high-profile video game adaptations, historical action titles, prestigious festival dramas, and terrifying new horror projects. Whether you are searching for upcoming video game trailers or award-contending film previews, this week's lineup offers something memorable for every type of fan.
Quick Summary of the Week's Top Trailers
To help you keep track of all the announcements, here is a quick overview of the featured games and movies in this roundup:
- Street Fighter: Live-action martial arts film directed by Kitao Sakurai, arriving in theaters on October 16.
- Stranger Than Heaven: A challenging period action title from RGG Studio, launching January 15, 2027.
- Ink: Danny Boyle's historical drama centered on British tabloid journalism, hitting theaters December 11.
- Until Dawn 2: An interactive horror sequel set during a chaotic reality show, coming to PS5 on January 28, 2027.
- Rhapsody in Scarlet: Konami's mysterious 1920s jazz-era action game featuring beast-summoning combat.
- Pendulum: A psychological cult thriller starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, releasing on January 1.
- Rebounder: Aggro Crab's newly picked-up astronaut precision platformer heading to Steam in 2027.
- La Bola Negra: Cannes award-winning Spanish generational drama coming to select theaters on October 16.
- The Unknown: French body-swap horror starring Lea Seydoux from the writer of Anatomy of a Fall.
What Are the Best New Game and Movie Trailers to Watch Right Now?
The most discussed title of the week is without a doubt the latest preview for the live-action Street Fighter feature film. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the movie is now roughly a month away from its official theatrical debut on October 16. This fresh three-minute look gives fans a much clearer look at the film's energetic tone and character dynamics.
While seeing a blonde-haired Noah Centineo playing Ken Masters takes a moment to adjust to, the movie clearly embraces the vibrant, over-the-top personality of the legendary fighting game franchise. The narrative centers heavily on the growing rift between eternal rivals Ryu and Ken, while fan-favorite fighter E. Honda makes an unforgettable appearance performing his trademark hundred hand slap. Comedian Eric Andre even pops up in the trailer, screaming "This is STREET FIGHTERRRRR!" to emphasize the chaotic fun.
The film appears determined to balance iconic video game martial arts action with self-aware humor. If you missed our earlier coverage, you can check out what you missed last week or read our full breakdown of how this another 3-ish minute taste details the intense rivalry between Ryu and Ken.
Upcoming Video Game Trailers: Feudal Brawls and Jazz-Age Magic
Gamers following developer RGG Studio were treated to an extensive look at Stranger Than Heaven, an intriguing non-Yakuza period action game. Fresh out of gamescom, this extended gameplay presentation offers a detailed tour of the game's early-to-mid-1900s environments and intense combat mechanics.
Unlike the studio's traditional turn-based or modern street-brawling titles, Stranger Than Heaven features noticeably tougher combat encounters. As detailed when the game was first previewed out of SGF, the fighting style draws inspiration from punishing Souls-like action titles. However, the developers have preserved their trademark comedic timing, ensuring that early 20th-century street thugs look just as wildly absurd as the modern criminals found in Kamurocho. The game is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on January 15, 2027.
In addition to RGG Studio's update, publisher Konami unveiled a completely unexpected project titled Rhapsody in Scarlet. Set during the vibrant 1920s jazz era in New York City, this stylized action title combines period aesthetics with dark fantasy themes. Players control characters who cast spellwork and command massive magical beasts in battle, creating a visual blend that feels both unexpected and captivating. While Konami has not yet provided a target release date, it stands out as one of the most distinctive upcoming video game trailers announced this season.
New Horror Movie and Game Trailers: Island Terrors and Cult Mysteries
Horror fans had several reasons to celebrate this week, starting with a crucial update on Until Dawn 2. While the game's initial reveal during Sony's summer showcase focused purely on mood, this newest footage revealed the release date alongside core details regarding its narrative setting.
The story takes place on a remote tropical island where a slimy reality television producer goads a group of contestants into increasingly dangerous, dramatic scenarios. Players must navigate these high-stakes social and physical dilemmas, making quick decisions that directly influence who survives the shoot. Until Dawn 2 officially launches for PlayStation 5 on January 28, 2027, making it a major cornerstone of next year's interactive horror lineup.
On the cinematic side, film fans got a chilling look at Pendulum, written and directed by Mark Heyman (co-writer of Black Swan). Arriving in theaters on January 1, this psychological horror feature stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Norman Reedus, and Phoebe Dynevor. The plot revolves around a mysterious wellness cult whose deceptive promises devolve into nightmare territory. Positioned as a perfect kick-off for the new year, Pendulum aims to deliver smart, tense psychological thrills.
Venice and Cannes Festival Highlights: Oscar Contenders Take Center Stage
Transitioning from video games to world cinema, two major award-contending films generated massive attention following their festival debuts this week.
First up is Ink, the newest dramatic feature from Academy Award-winning director Danny Boyle. Premiering to strong reviews at the Venice Film Festival, the film chronicles the wild history behind the relaunch of the infamous British tabloid, The Sun.
Jack O'Connell, Guy Pearce, and Claire Foy star in INK, from Academy Award-winning director Danny Boyle.
— Netflix (@netflix) September 2, 2026
A group of visionaries and misfits had an idea for a new kind of news - one that would give the people what they want and would change the face of the world we live in today... pic.twitter.com/5EHsGjl0Pl
Jack O'Connell stars as Larry Lamb alongside Guy Pearce as Rupert Murdoch, depicting the pair's aggressive push to transform print journalism. Claire Foy plays a key role attempting to hold the duo accountable as their methods grow increasingly controversial. Ink opens in movie theaters on December 11 before making its streaming debut on Netflix on January 8.
Meanwhile, international cinema fans received a fresh look at La Bola Negra, directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi. The duo previously earned the Best Director award at Cannes, where the epic drama first screened to critical acclaim.
LA BOLA NEGRA tells the story of three generations of men whose lives are intimately connected through desire, pain, and love.
— Netflix (@netflix) September 1, 2026
Starring Spanish music sensation Guitarricadelafuente, Miguel Bernardeau, Carlos Gonzalez, Milo Quifes, Lola Duenas, Julio Torres, Penelope Cruz and... pic.twitter.com/inXEYsrRE8
Featuring a star-studded cast including Penelope Cruz, Guitarricadelafuente, Miguel Bernardeau, Carlos Gonzalez, Milo Quifes, Lola Duenas, and Julio Torres, the Spanish-language film spans three generations of men connected across pivotal moments in modern Spanish history. Netflix is positioning La Bola Negra as a prime Oscar candidate, giving it an exclusive theatrical qualifying run starting October 16 ahead of its full streaming release later this fall.
Indie Game Highlights and Body-Swap Psychological Thrillers
Beyond major studio blockbusters, indie creators and international filmmakers delivered some of the week's most compelling previews.
During the Tribeca Festival earlier this summer, precision platformer Rebounder stood out as one of the most memorable hands-on demos. Players navigate an astronaut bouncing across a hostile alien planet using strict physics-based movement. What really sets the game apart is its hyper-stylized art direction, which mimics the visual print texture of classic Sunday newspaper comic strips. A new trailer confirmed that indie publisher Aggro Crab (the team behind the viral hit Peak) has officially picked up the title for a Steam release in 2027.
Finally, French cinema fans were treated to a teaser for The Unknown, a disturbing body-swap horror film starring Lea Seydoux and Niels Schneider. Written and directed by Arthur Harari (the Oscar-winning screenwriter behind Anatomy of a Fall), this short teaser relies heavily on Seydoux's intense physical performance to build suspense. Following enthusiastic early reviews out of Cannes, The Unknown is set to screen at both the Toronto and New York film festivals while awaiting a full commercial release date.
Why This Week's Releases Show Bright Futures for Film and Gaming
Even when major platform events like Sony's double State of Play yield mixed reactions, the broader entertainment ecosystem continues to thrive. From ambitious video game adaptations like Street Fighter to creative indie platformers and festival film hits, creators are taking big risks across every medium.
Keeping up with the best new game and movie trailers gives fans a fantastic preview of what to expect over the next year. Be sure to bookmark your favorite titles as we approach their official launch dates.
Leanne Butkovic (she/they) is an Editorial Programming Manager at IGN, where they've also written about TV, movies, and games.
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