PlayStation Plus January 2026 lineup revealed with new PS5 titles and key service changes
Mortal Kombat 11, Sniper Elite: Resistance, and Tactics Ogre Reborn headline a stacked PS Plus lineup for January 2026.
PlayStation Plus subscribers will receive new PS5 titles in January 2026, with different rollout dates across the Essential, Extra, and Premium tiers. Essential members can download their games beginning Tuesday, January 6, while Extra and Premium members will receive theirs from Monday, January 20.
This update also marks a notable shift for the service, as PS4-only titles will no longer be included. PS5 players will get the latest versions, while PS4 owners may need to reassess their subscriptions if they rely on older games.
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January 2026 PlayStation Plus Games
Here are some of the games you can expect in January 2026:
/1. Mortal Kombat 11 (PS5)
Mortal Kombat 11 offers a comprehensive fighting experience with the full roster of 37 characters, including Rain, Mileena, and Rambo. Players can engage in two Story Campaigns where Earthrealm’s fighters attempt to stop Kronika from rewinding time. The game includes updated mechanics, cinematic sequences, and multiplayer modes.
/2. Sniper Elite: Resistance (PS5)
Sniper Elite: Resistance is a third-person tactical shooter that focuses on stealth, sniping, and strategy. Set during World War II, players control Harry Hawker, an agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE), as he uncovers a new Wunderwaffe weapon in occupied France. The game features a story running parallel to Sniper Elite 5 and emphasizes tactical decision-making and long-range combat.
/3. Tactics Ogre Reborn (PS5)
Tactics Ogre Reborn is a remastered version of the 2010 strategy RPG, featuring updated graphics, sound, and gameplay design. Players can explore an expansive world of political intrigue and tactical battles. The game is designed for both series veterans and newcomers, combining classic turn-based strategy with modern enhancements.
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Conclusion
The following December 2025 titles will rotate out of PlayStation Plus in January: LEGO Horizon Adventures, Killing Floor 3, Synduality: Echo of Ada, Neon White on PS5, and The Outlast Trials on both PS4 and PS5.
With new PS5 titles arriving on January 6 for Essential and January 20 for Extra and Premium, subscribers should claim December’s lineup before it expires. The January update leans into fighting, stealth, and strategy, and marks a shift toward PS5-focused offerings as PS4-only games begin to drop out of the service.
