Sony has announced the January 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus, with three free titles available to all PS Plus members from January 6 through February 2. The batch includes Need For Speed Unbound, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper, offering a trio of very different experiences for subscribers across racing, remastered platforming, and cozy survival gameplay.
Need for Speed Unbound brings a blend of single-player and multiplayer campaigns set in Lakeshore City, a metropolis that bears a strong resemblance to Chicago. Street racing sits at the core of the experience, but the heat system adds tension as the police tighten their grip as players establish their reputation. Between races, players can customize their rides and take part in weekly qualifiers to reach The Grand, the ultimate street racing contest.
Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is THQ Nordic's 2024 remaster of the 2010 Wii-exclusive Epic Mickey. The visuals and gameplay have been noticeably improved as Mickey Mouse is drawn into the Wasteland, a realm where forgotten characters and concepts linger. The remake situates Mickey in a storyline that brings him face-to-face with Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, illustrating a moment in Disney history where rights to Oswald play a central role. The package marks a notable step in Disney’s broader character-history efforts and brings the classic adventure to modern consoles.
Core Keeper blends cozy exploration with survival mechanics as players delve into a vast cavern to uncover relics and hidden secrets. The core loop centers on digging for resources, crafting tools, and building a base, all while pushing deeper to uncover the cavern’s mysteries. Progression emphasizes upgrading skills and managing tasks like tending domestic animals, growing food, fishing, and cooking, all as part of preparing to face the Titans that await deeper underground.
If players haven’t claimed December’s PS Plus free games yet, they should do so before Monday, January 5. December’s lineup includes Lego Horizon Adventures, Killing Floor 3, The Outlast Trials, Synduality Echo of Ada, and Neon White. This January drop continues Sony’s practice of offering a varied mix of experiences, ranging from high-speed street racing to remastered platforming and cozy survival exploration.
For those tracking deals and buying guidance, the January 2026 PS Plus freebies provide three distinct options without cost beyond the subscription, reinforcing the service’s role as a recurring source of free and accessible current-gen content. This report draws from official PS Plus announcements and GameSpot coverage of the release, consolidating the key takeaways for subscribers and prospective buyers alike.