The second month of winter has come to an end. After celebrating New Year and Christmas, cosplayers have returned to their usual routine and delighted fans with new creative works.
In this selection, we've gathered the best photoshoots from early 2026. They impressed us with the level of execution, attention to detail, and original approaches to the images of beloved characters. This time, the girls focused on the universes of Dispatch, Everlasting Summer, Marvel Rivals and Baldur's Gate 3. Classics were also included — The Fifth Element, Van Helsing and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.
Jane Doe from Zenless Zone Zero by Oichi
It was in Zenless Zone Zero that the developers at HoYoverse began actively experimenting with racy content. Specifically, the character named Jane Doe now features realistic body physics and a costume that accentuates her figure. The official trailer featuring this rat-like girl was also quite erotic. And in January, the beauty received a new, even more revealing costume with subtle BDSM overtones, called Night Light. It was he who inspired Oichi to make cosplay on Jane Doe.
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When did the first images of the new I wasn't in the capital, but in my hometown, when I was trying to create this character's skin. I wanted to be one of the first to cosplay her. But there were some difficulties. The fabric stores were closed for the New Year holidays, so I had to gather materials from what was left over from other costumes and do all the crafting myself, from model design to painting and mounting. This required several sleepless nights.
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Shadowheart from Baldur's Gate 3 by AshenReina
On December 12, 2025, Larian Studios announced a new project. As many expected, Swen Vincke's team has decided to return to Divinity, their flagship series. The fate of the fourth Baldur's Gate remains uncertain. We discussed who might develop such an ambitious game in a separate article. AshenReina brought the half-elf Shadowheart to life.
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I made a slight mistake with the wig's size — its frame turned out smaller than it needed to be. By the second hour of filming, it was pressing so hard on my head that I had a hard time not writhing in pain. Apparently, the goddess Shar decided to take revenge on me for my Shadowheart's turn to the light side.
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Goddess Shar from Baldur's Gate 3 by Keller
Above, AshenReina mentioned the goddess Shar, who is initially worshiped by Shadowheart. She appears not only in Baldur's Gate 3 but also in other works set in the Forgotten Realms universe. This is one of the most popular Dungeons & Dragons settings, which has spawned numerous books and video games. Among them, we can note Icewind Dale and Neverwinter Nights (2002). The cosplay of the goddess Shar was done by Keller. Photographer — Alina Takeshi.
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Lilu from The Fifth Element by Daria Flora
Luc Besson's The Fifth Element gracefully blends sci-fi and fantasy. Perhaps the special effects of the late 1990s are outdated by 2026. But the action is still able to captivate even modern viewers thanks to a good plot, humor, and charismatic actors. Bruce Willis and Gary Oldman are especially noteworthy. Milla Jovovich plays the lead role of Lilu, brought to life by Daria Flora.
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Dispatch Cosplay
Dispatch turned out to be the main cosplay trend of the winter. This makes sense, as the girls saw the project's popularity and began shooting photoshoots based on it. We've included three works in this collection, one for each key character from the first season.
You can learn more about the game itself in our review.
Blondie Blazer cosplay by Asami Gate.
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Malevola brought Sladkoslav to life.
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Nevidiva cosplay by LilitCos.
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Did you like Dispatch?
A2 from NieR Automata by Tniwe
Rumors about a sequel to NieR Automata periodically appear online, but there has been no official announcement until now. The game's writer and game designer, Yoko Taro, admitted that he's constantly working on new concepts, but the publisher won't allow them to be implemented in video game format. Fans are left with only the original NieR Automata and the remaster of the first game to replay. Tniwe cosplayed the android girl A2.
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Jill Valentine from Resident Evil 3 by Hofman
In 2026, the Resident Evil series is receiving increased attention. March 22 marks the 30th anniversary of the release of the original film, and a new film based on it will be released on September 18. Zach Cregger, known for his work on the acclaimed horror film Weapons, is directing. And on February 27, Resident Evil Requiem will be released. Hofman brings the role of Jill Valentine to life.
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Triss Merigold from The Witcher 3 by iChios
This winter, rumors surfaced online about a third expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The fact that it's already 10 years old doesn't bother anyone these days. For example, a new DLC called Atlantis was released for Titan Quest 13 years after its release. According to insiders, the expansion will serve as a story bridge between the third and fourth installments of the series. However, CD Projekt RED representatives have not commented on this information. The cosplay of Triss in an alternative dress was done by iChios. Photographer — Jaguar.
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Viola from Everlasting Summer by Liz Joestar
On January 12, 2026, the game Everlasting Summer 2 was announced. It's a sequel to one of the most famous Russian visual novels. However, the excitement was marred by the quality of the official art — the girls have six fingers. Fans immediately accused the developers of using neural networks. A demo version of the new adventures of the pioneers from Camp Sovenok will be released this spring. Among other things, we're promised the return of familiar characters. Nurse Viola is brought to life by Liz Joestar.
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Marishka from Van Helsing by Zefirka Natsuki
Vampires from games and films of the 2000s are still popular in cosplay. A prime example is Marishka, Dracula's bride from Van Helsing. This charming villain was played by model Josie Maran. You may have seen her in Martin Scorsese's Aviator and in cutscenes in Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2005). We dedicated a separate article to this race. Marishka's cosplay was done by Zefirka Natsuki.
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Luna Snow from Marvel Rivals by Helly Valentine
In 2026, Marvel Rivals is no longer as popular as it was a year ago. However, its online presence is still several times higher than that of Overwatch 2. The developers are supporting the game by adding new characters familiar from the comics. These include K-pop singer Seol-hee, better known by her stage name Luna Snow. In battle, she relies on a special ice that can injure enemies and heal allies. Her character was brought to life by Helly Valentine.
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Poison Ivy from DC Comics by Lisa Mancini
And rounding out our selection is another graphic novel heroine — Pamela Isley, aka Poison Ivy. Besides comics, she appeared in the flop Batman & Robin and the Batman Arkham trilogy. The villain also had a small role in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, but I don't want to remember that. Lisa Mancini cosplayed Poison Ivy.
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