January 2026 is shaping up to be a major month for gamers, with a diverse line-up of titles spanning survival horror, action RPGs, cosy life sims and large-scale warfare. From time-bending sci-fi nightmares to relaxing island escapes, here are five of the most anticipated releases arriving early next year.
Code Violet – A Dark Descent Into Sci-Fi Horror
Release date: 1 January 2026 (PS5)
Kicking off the year is Code Violet, a cinematic third-person survival horror experience from TeamKill Media. Set in the 25th century, the game places players in the…

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