Games Released in January 2026

1,507 new games debuted in January 2026, with PC being the most active platform. January 22 was the busiest day, with 136 releases. Hytale was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

January 22 saw the most activity with 136 releases.

136 releases

January 22

122 releases

January 30

118 releases

January 15

111 releases

January 29

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of January was the busiest with 462 releases.

Week 1 (January 1–7)

259 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Heartopia

Heartopia is a life simulator which gives gamers the chance to slow down and enjoy the little moments in life! No matter your hobbies, personality, talents, or appearance, Heartopia is your chance to share them with the world -- however you want.

Week 2 (January 8–14)

358 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Hytale

Hytale combines the scope of a sandbox with the depth of a roleplaying game, immersing players in a procedurally generated world where teetering towers and deep dungeons promise rich rewards throughout their adventures. Hytale supports everything from block-by-block construction to scripting and minigame creation, delivered using easy to use and powerful tools.

Week 3 (January 15–21)

452 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Mio: Memories in Orbit

MIO: Memories in Orbit is a 2.5D side-scrolling metroidvania platformer. Players control a robot named Mio who explores a vast spaceship called the Vessel, gaining new abilities such as wall climbing, dodging, grappling, and gliding while fighting machines that have gone rogue. Combat emphasizes aerial fighting, and players can equip modifiers that adjust their abilities at the cost of modifier slots. Currency called Nacre is used to purchase upgrades and is lost on death, and fast-travel devices serve as save points across the ship.

Week 4 (January 22–28)

462 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Arknights: Endfield

Arknights: Endfield is a 3D real-time strategy RPG developed by HYPERGRYPH. You will take on the role of the Endministrator of Endfield Industries, set out across Talos-II to uncover its secrets, and defend and expand the frontiers of human civilization.

Week 5 (January 29–31)

276 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Cairn

Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive the unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 1,252 new titles in January 2026. The runner up was Nintendo Switch with 248 new titles.

PC1,252 releases

Nintendo Switch248 releases

Mac178 releases

Linux160 releases

PlayStation 5139 releases

PlayStation 498 releases

Web browser94 releases

Xbox Series X|S70 releases

Android46 releases

Xbox One39 releases

What genres were most popular?

Indie was the dominant genre in January 2026 with 1,085 titles. Adventure followed closely with 679.

Indie1,085

Adventure679

Simulator393

Strategy351

Role-playing293

Puzzle260

Arcade194

Visual Novel119

Platform112

Shooter108

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