2026 looks pretty stacked as far as new game releases are concerned. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most exciting titles that are expected to launch in January.
January 2026 PC Game Releases
There are plenty of amazing games that are scheduled for release in 2026, and the January lineup serves as a solid appetizer before the main course hits the table. We can already see a pretty diverse collection of titles, which should satisfy most players one way or another.
One thing is for certain – no matter what kind of gamer you are, what platform you’re gaming on, and what genres you’re enjoying the most, if January doesn’t have what you’re looking for, you’ll surely find something to play later this year.
Why January 2026 Matters for Gamers
As the new year begins, the holiday gaming rush slows down. The holiday season is always a perfect time to fill your gaming library with new titles, thanks to all the discounts and special offers that are happening 24/7. It’s the best opportunity to grab new games or games you wanted to try for years, all for favorable prices.
But in January, as the special deals come to an end, it’s time to focus on what you’ve got and start enjoying your fresh purchases. Developers know that we’re busy right now and, as such, we don’t usually get that many cool releases at the beginning of the year. Consider it a post-holiday cooldown period.
With that being said, January 2026 seems surprisingly interesting for gamers and already sets the tone for the entire year of exciting entries, so make sure you don’t sleep on the upcoming titles, even if you’ve got yourself a solid backlog of games to catch up on.
Here are some January games that are particularly worth bookmarking.
Pathologic 3
| Release date: | 9 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Psychological horror |
| Developer: | Ice-Pick Lodge |
The race against time begins. Save the people before it’s too late.
You’ve got 12 days to discover the secrets of immortality and save the town from plague. As a physician and a researcher, you’ll be tasked with examining and treating patients in a remote Eastern town. Carefully observe and analyze symptoms and bring the truth to the surface.
Hytale
| Release date: | 13 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Sandbox, role-playing, action-adventure |
| Developer: | Hypixel Studios |
A game that was thought to be cancelled now enters Early Access.
Hytale exploded in popularity back in 2020 to the point that Riot Games decided to buy it, only to ditch it a few years later. Fortunately, the original developer managed to get it back, reigniting people’s interest. The expectations for this voxel-based fantasy sandbox are quite high, as it seems to be much more dynamic and focused on combat compared to Minecraft, offering a completely different experience.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
(Switch 2 Edition)
| Release date: | 15 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Social simulation |
| Developer: | Nintendo |
A highly praised social simulation game is finally coming to Switch 2, but it’s not just a regular port.
If you skipped Nintendo Switch but decided to get Switch 2, you might have felt disappointed that one of the most popular Nintendo Switch games isn’t available on NS2 yet. This will change soon with the new free 3.0 update that will add more core content, quality of life improvements, and increase the player limit in multiplayer to 12 if all players are on the new Switch.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
(Switch 2 and X/S Release)
| Release date: | 22 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Action, role-playing game |
| Developer: | Square Enix |
An enhanced version of the remake of FF7 is coming to Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S.
It’s been 5 years since the original release of the remake of this 1997 classic. Explore the city of Midgar and enjoy all the improvements of the Intergrade version: better visuals with more detailed textures and lighting, extensive photo mode, and shorter load times. There will also be a new, easier difficulty mode that streamlines the experience for newcomers and those who’d like to focus entirely on the story.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins
(Switch 2 Release)
| Release date: | 22 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Hack and slash |
| Developer: | Omega Force |
Musou fans will get their moment in January, too.
We’ll soon be able to enjoy this immersive hack-and-slash with elements of strategy on Switch 2. Explore an alternate history timeline and help to unify China. Control your character and command troops on the battlefield. Take responsibility for your actions and experience different endings based on your choices.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
| Release date: | 28 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Action, role-playing game |
| Developer: | Netmarble |
A beautiful open-world anime RPG invites brave adventurers.
Britannia calls upon heroes who’d be willing to take on the mission of restoring order to the world. Based on the popular manga, the game opens the gates of the franchise to a wider audience, allowing everyone to immerse themselves in a vast world recreated from the original anime.
CODE VEIN II
| Release date: | 29 January, 2026 |
| Genre: | Action role-playing |
| Developer: | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
A new Soulslike RPG launches soon. Do you have what it takes to face the challenges ahead?
Become the Revenant Hunter and change the past to influence the future. Prepare for highly difficult boss encounters that will put your manual skills to the test. Master your abilities and enjoy flashy, satisfying combat. Immerse yourself in an epic story that transcends time itself and find a way to save the world.
Upcoming Games January 2026 – Conclusion
Even though the most anticipated games of 2026 will be coming later this year, January already proves to be quite an exciting month. We’ve got some cross-platform releases, indie games, early access games and RPGs in the lineup. Whether you’re playing on PC or one of the major consoles, there’s something to look forward to either way.
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