On 20 January 2026, Sony refreshed its PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium libraries with nine titles, including Resident Evil Village, Ridge Racer, Like a Dragon, Ghost of Tsushima and Returnal. The games launch simultaneously for download on the Extra tier and for cloud streaming on the Premium tier, giving subscribers a mix of horror, racing, and action‑RPG experiences.
January 2026 PS Plus Game Lineup
- Resident Evil Village – modern survival‑horror blockbuster
- Ridge Racer – classic arcade‑style racing franchise
- Like a Dragon – narrative‑driven action‑adventure (Western title of the Yakuza series)
- Ghost of Tsushima – open‑world samurai adventure
- Returnal – sci‑fi roguelike shooter
- Additional “new classics” – retro PlayStation titles available via cloud streaming
- Three other titles spanning various genres (details announced by Sony)
Understanding the Three‑Tier PS Plus Model
Essential Tier
Provides two free monthly games and online multiplayer at a low cost.
Extra Tier
Offers a downloadable library of up to 400 PS4 and PS5 titles, including the nine new games released in January.
Premium Tier
Builds on the Extra tier with cloud streaming, a catalogue of classic PlayStation generations (PS1‑PS4), and occasional game trials. All January titles are available for streaming alongside download.
Why the New Titles Matter
- Resident Evil Village expands the horror catalog, attracting players who might otherwise purchase the game outright.
- Ridge Racer reinforces the Premium tier’s retro appeal while delivering a fresh racing experience.
- Like a Dragon adds depth for fans of story‑rich action‑adventure games.
- The mix of modern blockbusters and classic titles demonstrates Sony’s strategy to balance current hits with nostalgic content.
Market Implications
The January refresh keeps PlayStation Plus competitive against rival subscription services by securing high‑profile third‑party games and emphasizing cloud streaming. As broadband access grows, the ability to stream demanding titles without a console may attract new users, especially in regions where console hardware is cost‑prohibitive.
Looking Ahead
Sony plans to continue monthly updates across all three tiers. While the Essential tier will maintain its two‑game rotation, the Extra and Premium tiers will receive larger batches, as illustrated by the nine‑game January addition. Analysts will monitor subscriber growth to gauge the long‑term impact of this curated approach.
