Sony has officially unveiled the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup for January 2026, delivering a diverse trio of titles to subscribers. The new games will be available for download starting January 6, 2026, and players will have until February 2, 2026 to add them to their library. This month's selection caters to fans of high-octane racing, nostalgic platforming, and cooperative sandbox adventures.
January's Headliner: Need for Speed Unbound Speeds to PS Plus
Leading the January 2026 PlayStation Plus offerings is Need for Speed Unbound. This title is a PS5-exclusive from developers Criterion Games. Originally released in 2022, the game is renowned for its distinctive cel-shaded visual style that brings a fresh, vibrant look to the racing genre. Players can dive into both single-player and multiplayer campaigns, where the core experience involves customizing their garage, competing in intense street races, and evading relentless police pursuits. The ultimate goal is to qualify for The Grand, which is known as the ultimate racing challenge in the city of Lakeshore. The entire experience is powered by a dynamic global soundtrack.
Classic Reimagined and Indie Adventure Complete the Lineup
Joining the roster is Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, a modern reimagining of Warren Spector's beloved 2010 Wii adventure. This 3D platformer has received significant visual upgrades for PS4 and PS5 consoles. Players step into the shoes of Mickey Mouse, who ventures into Wasteland—a forgotten realm populated by obscure Disney characters. Armed with a magical paintbrush, gamers can choose to restore areas with paint or alter the environment with thinner. The journey is filled with discovery, including encounters with classic friends like Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, and involves searching for collectible virtual Disney pins.
Rounding out the January 2026 PlayStation Plus games is the award-winning indie title, Core Keeper. This sandbox mining adventure supports 1-8 players in cooperative play, making it a perfect choice for group fun. Available on both PS4 and PS5, the game masterfully blends elements of resource harvesting, base building, crafting, and exploration in a dynamically generated underground world. Players can level up various skills, take on legendary Titans, farm, fish, raise animals, and ultimately uncover the mysteries of the powerful Core.
Don't Forget December's Departing Titles
PlayStation Plus members are reminded that they have a limited window to claim the current batch of games. The deadline to add December's titles is January 5, 2026. The games leaving the service include Lego Horizon Adventures, Killing Floor 3, The Outlast Trials, Synduality Echo of Ada, and Neon White. It is crucial to remember that access to all monthly PlayStation Plus games, including January's new additions, requires an active PlayStation Plus subscription.
