Enjoy hours of electric, adrenaline-pumping racing action, embark on an epic journey
through a realm of forgotten Disney characters and explore a long-forgotten cavern teeming
with untold secrets with the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for January 2026.
Need For Speed Unbound, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed and Core Keeper will be available
to PlayStation Plus members from Tuesday January 6th.
Deckbuilding roguelike adventure
FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS
launches on Nintendo Switch today with a major content update adding Gajeel, Juvia, Mirajane,
Laxus, and Gildarts as playable characters plus over 170 new cards and 100+ skills.
The original story set in a mysterious dungeon beneath the guild disables powers, tasking
players with rescue missions, strategic runs collecting tomes for upgrades, and exploring
character backstories with crossover cameos.
The free PC update via Steam introduces new difficulty modes, Casual Mode, and expanded
strategic depth with -20% off on Switch and -40% off on Steam until January 20th.
1/7/2026
[ Source: Kodansha ]
EvoCreo
Tactical creature collector RPG
EvoCreo
brings over 170 mysterious Creo to train and evolve across Zenith in strategic turn-based
battles considering traits, abilities, types, status effects, and move cooldowns.
Originally a mobile hit with 2.5 million downloads from Ilmfinity Studios, the full game
launches on PC and Mac via Steam today with 30 hours of offline story adventure uncovering
an evil plot and family reunion.
The free online multiplayer update arrives soon after launch enabling ranked matches,
leaderboards, and global PvP battles.
1/7/2026
[ Source: Ilmfinity Studios ]
SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded
Free-to-play arena shooter
SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded
sees developer 1047 Games respond to player fears over low Steam launch numbers of around
2,300 concurrents.
"Steam Charts don’t measure fun-they show one number, on one platform, at one given moment,"
the team states, urging players to try the rebuilt game featuring new maps and progression.
The F2P SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded fuses the best of Splitgate 1 & 2, bringing back that classic
arena shooter feel.
1/7/2026
[ Source: 1047 Games ]
Fortnite
Battle royale shooter
Fortnite
teases a South Park collaboration with a promotional image of Butters as Professor Chaos and
the caption "Chaos, loading...", following recent successful crossovers like The Simpsons.
While specific details on skins, items, or modes remain limited so far, expectations include
character-themed cosmetics and potential gameplay additions.
The crossover arrives January 9th on all platforms.
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[ Source: Epic Games ]
ARC Raiders
Multiplayer extraction adventure
ARC Raiders
lets players scavenge a devastated world filled with deadly machines and optional tense
PvP encounters.
Embark Studios confirms no leaderboards or extra PvP mechanics will be added since the game
focuses on suspense and PvE rather than competitive shooting.
The core experience remains centered on survival and exploration despite community talks about
player interactions.
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Action-adventure
Darkness: Prince of Shadows
evolves with a major gameplay overhaul introducing hybrid 2D/3D movement, greater spatial
freedom, and expanded environments for dynamic exploration and combat.
New screenshots showcase characters moving freely across multi-layered spaces inspired
by Dante’s Inferno and God of War, enhancing intensity in fights and discovery.
Italian indie studio ActionGames focuses on graphical polish and disruptive combat elements
ahead of an updated Steam demo.
1/3/2026
[ Source: ActionGames ]
Genshin Impact
Open-world action RPG
Genshin Impact
launches Version Luna IV on January 14th introducing 5-star Hydro Catalyst Moon Maiden Columbina
with Lunar Reaction support and new Geo Sword wielder Zibai from Liyue.
The Archon Quest in Nod-Krai climaxes with Il Dottore confrontation unlocking a new Traveler
outfit while expanding northward to Piramida for battles against the Wild Hunt.
The Lantern Rite returns in Liyue with festive events, rewards including free Yaoyao outfit and
4-star character, plus 1,600 Primogems.
1/3/2026
[ Source: HoYoverse ]
Whispers of the Luminaries
Murder mystery visual novel
Whispers of the Luminaries
inspired by Danganronpa and Famicom Detective Club lets players investigate a rising
star's disappearance amid the glamorous yet shadowy idol industry.
A demo is now available on Steam for PC offering 2 hours of gameplay featuring detective
mechanics like clue gathering, interrogations, crime scene searches, and deduction puzzles
alongside free-time events to build relationships and stats.
Players shape friendships or romances through choices while uncovering secrets in this
story-driven thriller.
1/3/2026
[ Source: VN Heaven ]
Illusive Domain
Intense souls-like boss rush action game
Illusive Domain
casts players as a wolfgirl ninja facing a linear gauntlet of over 7 unique bosses with
fast-paced combat and all abilities unlocked from the start.
The demo is now live on Steam and includes 3 mandatory bosses and 2 optional side bosses
plus hub area interactions where defeated characters join for dialogue and evolving side
stories.
Developed by Singapore-based Kemomimic, the title emphasizes no-grind progression, dynamic
world lore, and challenging duels in anime style.
1/3/2026
[ Source: Kemomimic ]
The Victor Initiative
Early Access survival horror
The Victor Initiative
plunges players into an abandoned Welsh government facility facing supernatural threats
to prevent monstrous escape in tense exploration and combat.
Chapter 5 releases on January 21st unlocking the facility's core secrets with voice cameos
from Ben Starr, Dave Jones, and others alongside the cast including Sam Lake.
Developed by Spacepiano Games, chapters 6 and 7 follow in coming months expanding this
narrative-driven horror experience on Steam.
1/3/2026