Welcome to your complete roundup of all new Xbox games coming in January 2026. With the new year kicking off strong, Xbox players have a packed month ahead from massive AAA releases and anticipated sequels to indie experiments and Game Pass additions.
Below is everything confirmed for January so far, including all known Xbox Game Pass titles and major third-party launches.
Emmanuel Umahi
January 2026 Is Starting Strong for Xbox
January is shaping up to be one of Xbox’s most diverse opening months in recent years. The lineup blends blockbuster franchises like Final Fantasy and Code Vein, bold new IPs like Highguard, competitive free-to-play action with 2XKO, and a wave of indie creativity that covers nearly every genre imaginable.
Whether you're here for story-driven RPGs, high-stakes PvP shooters, or experimental indies, there’s something for every kind of player before the year even settles in.
Major January 2026 Releases to Watch
/1. 2XKO — January 20
Riot Games enters the fighting genre with this free-to-play tag fighter from the creators of League of Legends and VALORANT. Built around teamwork, 2XKO lets players control two champions either solo or with a partner, with customizable “Fuses” that radically change how each match plays. Competitive, stylish, and highly anticipated.
/2. MIO: Memories in Orbit — January 20
Step into the metallic body of MIO, a nimble robot exploring the mysterious Vessel, a colossal ark overtaken by nature and rogue machines. With metroidvania-style exploration, fluid movement, and a haunting sci-fi atmosphere, this is one of January’s most intriguing new adventures.
/3. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade — January 22
One of the most iconic RPGs of all time arrives on Xbox in its expanded form. Intergrade includes upgraded visuals, refined combat, and the additional Yuffie Kisaragi storyline. For Xbox players, this marks a major milestone in the platform’s RPG library.
/4. Highguard — January 26
From the creators of Apex Legends and Titanfall, Highguard introduces a new PvP raid shooter built around fast movement, magical gunplay, and large-scale battles for control of a mythical continent. Players take on the role of Wardens, arcane gunslingers navigating both combat and exploration.
/5. Code Vein 2 — January 29
The anime-styled soulslike returns with a larger world, deeper combat systems, and a narrative that spans across time. Code Vein 2 builds on the original’s foundation with new companions, brutal boss fights, and a story-driven experience for action-RPG fans.
Every Xbox Game Coming in January 2026 (So Far)
January 8
• I Am Future
January 9
• Hero Seekers
• Owlen and the Spirits of the Past
• SPEAR
January 15
• Disco Simulator
January 16
• Apartment No 129
• Battle Puzzle 2048: Queens of the Abyss
January 20
• 2XKO
• MIO: Memories in Orbit
January 22
• Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven DLC
• Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
• Look Mum No Computer
• MAVRIX by Matt Jones
January 23
• Escape From Ever After
• Horror Tale 1: 4K Remaster
• I'm in Love With Your Dead Grandmother
January 26
• Highguard
January 29
• Code Vein 2
• DUSK INDEX: GION
• I Hate This Place
January 30
• The 9th Channel
Why January 2026 Sets the Tone for Xbox
This isn’t a slow start to the year, it’s a statement. January’s lineup already delivers high-profile releases, experimental indies, competitive multiplayer, and long-awaited franchises in one dense month. If this pace continues, 2026 could become one of Xbox’s most content-rich years yet.
Conclusion
With 2XKO, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Code Vein 2, and a wave of creative new titles, January 2026 proves that Xbox is opening the year with momentum and confidence. And with more announcements still to come, this is only the beginning.
Emmanuel Umahi
