PS Plus Extra Just Got a Massive Leak and January 2026 Looks Stacked with Horror and Yakuza
Sony might actually be trying to apologize for that lackluster Essential lineup because the Extra tier for January is bringing out the big guns.
I usually spend the middle of the month bracing myself for disappointment when Sony drops their catalog updates. After the Essential tier offerings for January 2026 landed with a dull thud, I wasn't expecting much. Then the most reliable leaker in the industry, billbil-kun over at Dealabs, dropped the list for Extra and Premium. If this list holds water, and it almost always does with this guy, I might actually have to clear some space on my SSD.
The leak suggests a heavy focus on major Japanese publishers this month. We aren't just getting filler titles to pad out the numbers. We are getting recent blockbusters that people actually want to play.
The Heavy Hitters Arrive
The headline here is undeniably Resident Evil Village. It feels like we have been waiting an eternity for Capcom to put their tall vampire lady on a subscription service. According to the leak, it’s finally happening on January 20.
It is interesting to note that the leak mentions this is hitting Xbox Game Pass at the same time. Usually, Sony likes to lock these down as exclusives for the month, but I won't complain about more people getting to experience the body horror carnival that is House Beneviento.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
For me, the real winner is Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. This is a massive RPG that consumed about a hundred hours of my life when it launched. It has never been on a subscription service before. Seeing it drop on PS Plus Extra this relatively soon after release is a massive win. If you haven't played it, get ready for the weirdest, most heartfelt turn-based combat you will ever experience.
The Full Leaked Lineup
I’ve broken down everything billbil-kun spotted in the backend. This includes the Extra games and the lone Classic title for Premium members.
Premium Gets a Classic Racer
The Premium tier often feels like an afterthought, but seeing the original Ridge Racer makes me smile. We aren't talking about the PSP version or the sequels this time. This is the PS1 original.
Nostalgia Overload
The leak clarifies that this is likely the standard PS1 version, not the Arcade Archives release. That means we should get the usual emulator perks like rewind and save states. It’s a small addition, but for anyone who remembers the launch of the PlayStation, hearing that announcer scream "RIDGE RACER" is a core memory unlocked.
We should get the official confirmation from Sony tomorrow on January 14, with the games going live on January 20. Until then, I'll be here wondering if I have enough time to finish Infinite Wealth before the next big release drops.
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