Top 5 Video Games Arriving in January 2026
COGconnected’s picks for the Top 5 Upcoming Video Games January 2026, ranked by hype and quality expectations.
Featured
COGconnected GOTY 2025 – Game of the Year
Of course, while many releases were worthy of COGconnected’s coveted Game of the Year title, only one can take the crown.
COGconnected GOTY 2025 – Everything That Can Totally Get F*cked
It’s that time of year again! Come along as we spread some Christmas tears and countdown everything from 2025 that can get f*cked.
PC
Cairn Review – A Demanding Ascent
Cairn lets you live out a daredevil dream from the comfort of your living room. But does it capture the tension of hanging on for dear life?
Choose Your Own Alternative Has Released a Steam Demo
Indie developer F(r)ictions Ludiques has released a Steam demo for its upcoming narrative-driven title Choose Your Own Alternative.
and Roger Takes Home Grand Prix and Best Audio at Taipei Game Show 2026
and Roger, the award-winning point-and-click slice-of-life visual novel, has won the Grand Prix and Best Audio awards at Taipei Game Show.
Coral Social Club Officially Announced by Indie Studio Embers
Indie studio Embers has unveiled Coral Social Club, a laid-back, multiplayer-first underwater hangout game, coming to PC via Steam.
Maid of Salvation Has Arrived on Nintendo Switch
Independent studio ORANGE POPCORN has released Maid of Salvation today on the Nintendo Switch via the eShop.
Spinera Demo Is Out Now Along With a New Gameplay Video
Arvis Games has announced the release of the Spinera demo, along with a new short gameplay video showcasing the title’s core systems.
WheelMates Is Driving Onto PC and Consoles This Year
FireVolt has officially announced that WheelMates, its cooperative adventure starring tiny RC cars, is targeting a 2026 release window.
Black Border 2 Has Started Checking Documents on Switch
Bitzooma Game Studio has launched Black Border 2 on the Nintendo Switch, bringing its border control simulation to the hybrid console.
Underground Garage Races Out of Steam Early Access
BeardedBrothers.Games and astragon Entertainment have officially launched Underground Garage out of Early Access on Steam.
Reigns: The Witcher Is Coming to PC and Mobile Devices This February
Devolver Digital has announced Reigns: The Witcher, a new entry in Nerial’s popular series, developed in partnership with CD PROJEKT RED.
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