In early 2026 Sony revamped the PlayStation Store with three major moves: the launch of the EA SPORTS FC 26 Team of the Year (TOTY) Edition, an extension of the January discount event to January 22, and the removal of over 1,000 low‑performing titles. These changes tighten the catalog, boost value for PlayStation Plus members, and create fresh revenue streams for publishers.
EA SPORTS FC 26 TOTY Edition Details
The TOTY Edition is available for both PS4 and PS5 and bundles premium content that would otherwise require extensive grinding. It includes:
- 5,000 Season Points
- Gold Team of the Year Nominees Starting XI Pack (eleven players with overall ratings 82+)
- Three untradeable “2025 Highlights” player picks reaching overall rating 88
- “Star Defender” item and items carried over from the previous Ultimate Team campaign
Why it matters: Players receive an instant competitive roster, while Sony leverages the bundle to promote PlayStation Plus “Game Catalog” and “Game Trials,” encouraging trial of premium content.
Weekly Store Refreshes Keep the Catalogue Fresh
Sony’s digital team delivers routine weekly updates that add new DLC, add‑ons, and full‑price titles across PS4, PS5, PSVR2, and PlayStation Plus. The latest update highlighted a balanced mix of sports, shooters, and VR experiences, reflecting recent sales trends for titles such as NBA 2K26 and EA SPORTS FC 26.
These refreshes aim to:
- Combat “catalog fatigue” by continuously surfacing new content
- Increase impulse purchases through bundled promotions
- Extend user engagement periods on the platform
Extended January Sale to January 22, 2026
The January Sale now runs through January 22, adding fresh PS5 games and bundles to the discount lineup. Highlights include:
- Discounts of 50‑70 % on select titles
- Buy‑One‑Get‑One bundles pairing a premium game with a PlayStation Plus subscription
This extension captures lingering holiday spend and early‑year budget shoppers, expanding the “shopping cart” of discounted titles before the spring release rush.
Massive Game Purge: Over 1,000 Titles Removed
Sony has stripped more than a thousand games from the PlayStation Store, targeting low‑performing legacy titles, delisted regional exclusives, and titles with expired licensing agreements. The purge streamlines navigation, improves search relevance, and reduces “choice overload.”
Financial benefits include lower server storage costs and freed promotional space for newer releases, potentially raising conversion rates for both weekly updates and the ongoing sale.
Impact on Gamers, Developers, and Sony
Gamers gain a cleaner storefront, deeper discounts, and high‑value bundles that accelerate competitive play without extensive time investment.
Developers benefit from increased visibility as fewer titles compete for shelf space, though they may face stricter licensing expectations.
Sony leverages bundled premium content, extended sales, and catalog curation to drive incremental revenue, boost PlayStation Plus engagement, and reinforce the platform’s value proposition.
Future Outlook
As the January Sale concludes, upcoming weekly updates will spotlight spring releases—including new RPGs, next‑gen VR titles, and a wave of sports games. Ongoing catalog pruning suggests Sony will continue refining the “Featured” section to align with the PlayStation Studios roadmap, keeping the ecosystem vibrant and discoverable.
