PS Plus January 2026 Update: 9 Major Games Arrive, 4 Depart, and a Massive RPG Upgrade

2. “Brainx Perspective”

At Brainx, we believe this month’s rotation represents a masterclass in strategic curation by Sony. By swapping Like a Dragon Gaiden for the massive Infinite Wealth and dropping Resident Evil Village just weeks before its sequel’s launch, PlayStation Plus is evolving from a mere backlog library into a vital “preparation station” for upcoming blockbusters.

3. The News

PlayStation Plus subscribers on the Extra and Premium tiers are in for a significant shake-up this month. On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Sony will refresh its catalog with a hefty injection of nine new titles, including some of the biggest releases of recent years. However, this update comes with a bittersweet trade-off as four fan-favorite games leave the service on the same day.

The “Infinite” Upgrade The headline act is the arrival of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. This massive turn-based RPG joins the service effectively as a replacement for Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, which leaves the library simultaneously. This creates a “passing of the torch” moment where players swap a shorter brawler for a 100+ hour epic.

Preparing for Horror Horror fans get a major boost with Resident Evil Village. Its addition is perfectly timed, arriving just one month before the highly anticipated release of the sequel, Resident Evil: Requiem.

Coming to PS Plus Extra & Premium (January 20)

• Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (PS4, PS5) – The massive RPG sequel starring Ichiban Kasuga.
• Resident Evil Village (PS4, PS5) – The hit survival horror set in a snowy European village.
• Darkest Dungeon II (PS4, PS5) – A punishing, acclaimed roguelike road trip.
• A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead (PS5) – A tense first-person horror survival game.
• Expeditions: A MudRunner Game (PS4, PS5) – Off-road scientific exploration.
• The Exit 8 (PS4, PS5) – A viral “spot the anomaly” walking simulator.
• Art of Rally (PS4, PS5) – A stylish, minimalist racing experience.
• A Little to the Left (PS4, PS5) – A cozy puzzle game about organizing household items.
• Ridge Racer (PS4, PS5) – Premium Tier Exclusive – The PS1 arcade racing classic.

Leaving the Service (January 20)

Subscribers have only a few days left to finish these titles before they are locked out:

• Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
• Monopoly Plus
• Sayonara Wild Hearts
• SD Gundam Battle Alliance

4. “Why It Matters” (Conclusion)

For the common gamer, this update signifies incredible value but also increased pressure. The addition of Infinite Wealth—a full-priced AAA game—saves subscribers roughly $70, but the simultaneous removal of its prequel highlights the “rental” nature of digital subscriptions. If you haven’t finished Gaiden yet, this weekend is your final warning.