January’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog brings a diverse lineup for players looking for survival horror, epic RPG adventures, off-road exploration, stylized racing, and relaxing puzzle-solving. Whether you’re braving a terrifying village, hopping between Honolulu and Tokyo for heartfelt brawls, or uncovering secrets in hidden caverns, there’s something for every gaming taste.
All games in this catalog will be available from January 20, while Ridge Racer joins PlayStation Plus Premium with its classic arcade racing thrills.
Emmanuel Umahi
/1. Resident Evil Village (PS5, PS4)
Survive Ethan Winters’ darkest chapter yet. The eighth main installment in the legendary Resident Evil franchise picks up a few years after the events of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. Ethan and Mia Winters are attempting to live peacefully, free from past nightmares, but tragedy strikes once again.
The village itself becomes a character, filled with mysteries to uncover and terrors to survive. Fans of survival horror will experience an intense, story-driven adventure where atmosphere and suspense are paramount.
/2. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (PS5, PS4)
Two dragons. One Pacific adventure. From the acclaimed Yakuza series, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth takes players to Honolulu City and Tokyo’s Kamurocho district. Ichiban Kasuga searches for his birth mother but instead finds betrayal, until reclusive Kazuma Kiryu steps in to help.
Engage in enhanced hybrid RPG battles, explore tropical and urban environments, and enjoy Like a Dragon’s signature abundance of side activities. Strategy, heartfelt storytelling, and chaotic brawls collide in this expansive RPG adventure.
/3. Expeditions: A MudRunner Game (PS5, PS4)
Venture into the untamed wilderness. In Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, embark on scientific expeditions across deserts, forests, and mountains, alone or in co-op. Drive all-terrain vehicles through treacherous terrain, unlock advanced tools, and lead research missions using drones and scanners.
Build and manage your base, hire expert team members, and explore hidden treasures and ruins in a game that blends strategy, exploration, and high-tech off-road action.
/4. A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead (PS5)
Survive a creature-haunted apocalypse. Inspired by the hit movie franchise, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is a single-player horror adventure. Play as a young woman navigating a deadly post-apocalyptic world, surviving threats both external and personal, while confronting her own fears in a tense, atmospheric experience.
/5. Darkest Dungeon II (PS5, PS4)
Face your heroes’ darkest failings. This roguelike sequel has players form a party, equip their stagecoach, and traverse a decaying landscape to avert an apocalypse. Darkest Dungeon II challenges your leadership, tactical decisions, and ability to survive horrors while exploring each character’s flawed backstory in search of redemption.
/6. The Exit 8 (PS5, PS4)
A surreal underground journey. Inspired by Japanese passageways and liminal spaces, The Exit 8 is a walking simulator where you are trapped in endless underground corridors. Carefully observe your surroundings to navigate anomalies and find “The Exit 8”, but choose wisely, as every turn can be risky.
/7. Art of Rally (PS5, PS4)
Stylized racing at its finest. Experience the golden era of rally in Art of Rally, a top-down racing game featuring 91 stages across countries like Finland, Norway, Japan, and Kenya. Drive vintage cars from the 60s to 80s, master rally techniques like Scandinavian flicks and handbrake turns, and compete on daily and weekly leaderboards for top honors.
/8. A Little to the Left (PS5, PS4)
Puzzle-solving with a playful twist. A Little to the Left is a calm and charming game where you sort, stack, and organize household objects, all while a mischievous cat shakes things up. With over 100 puzzles, quirky surprises, and delightful illustrations, this game is a satisfying treat for players seeking a more relaxed experience.
/9. Ridge Racer (PS5, PS4) — PlayStation Plus Premium
Classic arcade racing returns. Originally released on PlayStation, Ridge Racer comes enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. Race in Battle Mode or Time Trial Mode, select your favorite BGM tracks, and experience high-speed racing across lush environments with roaring engines and screeching tires. A legendary franchise that thrills both new players and longtime fans.
Conclusion
January’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog delivers a well-rounded mix of genres for all types of players, from intense survival horror and epic RPG brawls to high-octane racing, stylized challenges, and relaxing puzzle adventures.
With the full lineup available from January 20, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members have plenty of time to explore new worlds, test their skills, and kick off 2026 with some of the best gaming experiences currently available on PlayStation.
Emmanuel Umahi
