PlayStation Plus January 2026 Free Games Revealed
▼ Summary
– PlayStation Plus subscribers can claim three free games, Need for Speed Unbound, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper, from January 6 to February 2.
– Need for Speed Unbound features street racing and police pursuits in a Chicago-like city, where players build reputation and customize cars to compete in a major contest.
– Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a modern remaster of the 2010 Wii game, with improved visuals and a story where Mickey confronts his brother Oswald in a forgotten world.
– Core Keeper is a survival game where players explore caverns, gather resources, craft tools, build bases, and defeat Titans through various activities like farming and cooking.
– December’s PlayStation Plus free games, including Lego Horizon Adventures and Killing Floor 3, remain available to claim until January 5.
PlayStation Plus members have a thrilling new lineup to kick off the new year, with three diverse titles available to claim at no extra cost. The free games for January 2026 are Need for Speed Unbound, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper. The offering period runs from Tuesday, January 6, through Monday, February 2, giving subscribers ample time to add these games to their permanent library.
Leading the pack is Need for Speed Unbound, the latest high-octane entry in the legendary racing franchise. Set in the vibrant, Chicago-inspired Lakeshore City, the game challenges players to build their reputation through intense street races. A unique “Heat” system dynamically increases police pursuit aggression as players win events, adding a layer of constant risk. Beyond the adrenaline of evasion, the experience is deepened by extensive car customization and a structured progression through weekly qualifiers, all building toward the ultimate prize: a spot in the prestigious street racing contest known as The Grand.
Next is a charming adventure revitalized for modern platforms: Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. Originally a Wii exclusive, this 2024 remaster from THQ Nordic significantly enhances the original’s visuals and gameplay. Players guide Mickey Mouse as he is pulled into the Wasteland, a forgotten realm populated by discarded cartoon characters. The narrative holds historical significance, as it famously reintroduced Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Walt Disney’s creation before Mickey. The heart of the journey involves Mickey confronting his long-lost brother, Oswald, with their reconciliation being key to escaping the mysterious and perilous Wasteland.
Rounding out the trio is Core Keeper, a captivating fusion of survival mechanics and cozy exploration. Players find themselves in a vast, procedurally generated underground cavern filled with resources, relics, and hidden mysteries. Gameplay revolves around a satisfying loop of mining, crafting tools, and building a personal base. To progress and confront the cavern’s ancient Titans, adventurers must also engage in pastoral activities like farming, animal husbandry, fishing, and cooking, creating a uniquely balanced experience of danger and domesticity.
Subscribers should also note that the previous month’s selection of free games will soon rotate out. The December 2025 lineup, featuring titles like Lego Horizon Adventures and Killing Floor 3, remains claimable only until Monday, January 5.
(Source: GameSpot)
