Sony has officially announced the PlayStation Plus Essential monthly games lineup for January 2026. Three titles will be available to all PlayStation Plus subscribers across the Essential, Extra, and Premium tiers.
The games can be downloaded and claimed from January 6 until February 2, 2026. Once claimed, they remain playable as long as the subscription stays active.
PS Plus Free Games for January 2026
Subscribers will be able to add the following games to their library:
- Need for Speed Unbound (PS5)
A fast-paced street racing game featuring open-world exploration, car customisation, police chases, and both single-player and online multiplayer modes. - Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (PS4, PS5)
A remade 3D platformer starring Mickey Mouse, set in the world of Wasteland. Players use paint and thinner to reshape environments and influence the story. - Core Keeper (PS4, PS5)
A sandbox adventure for one to eight players, set in underground caverns. The game focuses on mining, crafting, base-building, farming, fishing, and boss battles.
Last Chance to Claim December Games
Sony has reminded players to claim December’s titles before they leave the service. The following games will expire after January 5:
- Lego Horizon Adventures
- Killing Floor 3
- The Outlast Trials
- SYNDUALITY: Echo of Ada
- Neon White
Extra and Premium Updates
- No new titles have yet been announced for the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Game Catalog.
- These updates are usually revealed mid-month, around January 14.
PlayStation 4 Policy Change
Sony has also confirmed a change starting January 2026:
- PlayStation 4 games will be added less frequently to Monthly Games and the Game Catalog.
- The service will place a stronger focus on PlayStation 5 titles going forward.
