The January 2026 PlayStation Plus Monthly Games—Need for Speed Unbound, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper—have elicited mixed reactions from subscribers since becoming available on January 6. While some voice disappointment online, others express excitement, particularly for the Disney title. All tiers can claim them until February 2.
Following Sony's December 31 announcement of the January 2026 PlayStation Plus lineup (detailed in the first article of this series), the games launched on January 6, replacing December's titles like Lego Horizon Adventures and others.
PlayStation Plus, Sony's subscription service comparable to Xbox Game Pass, offers these monthly free games across Essential ($10/month), Extra, and Premium tiers.
Reactions on Reddit and social media are divided. One user lamented, "Not a strong start for the year," pairing it with a trash bag GIF, while others anticipate fun from the Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed remake.
Despite criticism, the lineup provides diverse experiences: street racing in Need for Speed Unbound, Mickey Mouse adventure in Wasteland, and sandbox survival in Core Keeper (solo or up to 8-player co-op). Subscribers have until February 2 to download and assess amid the buzz.
