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January Game Releases Kick Off 2026 as an Early-Year Horror Slate Locks In

Coverage this week sets expectations for a slow-start January that hands off to a burst of horror releases.

Overview

  • January’s lineup includes Pathologic 3 on January 9, Hytale entering early access on January 13, Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven DLC on January 22, and Code Vein 2 unlocking January 27 for pre-purchases before a January 30 general launch, with Nova Roma still slated for this month without a fixed date.
  • Wccftech highlights Reanimal for February 13 as Tarsier Studios’ co-op focused, atmospheric horror follow-up to its Little Nightmares pedigree.
  • Resident Evil Requiem is set for February 27, introducing FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft with a returning Leon S. Kennedy across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake arrives March 12 with Team NINJA involvement, upgraded visuals and lighting, and a new Hold Hands mechanic that ties recovery to the sisters’ bond.
  • Outlets note a broader 2026 horror resurgence with later entries such as Halloween: The Game on September 8 and Hellraiser: Revival listed as TBA, alongside varied release models that include early access, DLC, and timed pre-purchase windows.