Sony has given PlayStation Plus subscribers an early Christmas present, launching its anticipated January sale ahead of schedule. The promotion, which typically begins after the festive period, is now live for members, offering significant price cuts on a range of major titles, including several highly-rated fighting games.
Early Access Bargains for Subscribers
While the full PlayStation Store January sale is expected to go live to all users after Sunday, December 21, PS Plus members can dive into the discounts immediately. This move caters to bargain hunters who may have been let down by November's Black Friday offers and are keen to snap up deals before the new year.
The early sale features standout offers across multiple genres. Fighting game enthusiasts are particularly well-served, with Mortal Kombat 1 available for just £8.99, representing an 80% saving. Rival franchise Tekken is also heavily discounted, with Tekken 8 priced at £19.99.
Highlighted Discounts and Key Titles
The selection extends far beyond the fighting arena. Forza Horizon 5, which made its debut on PlayStation 5 this year after being an Xbox exclusive, is now £32.99. The acclaimed racing title's arrival on the platform makes this a notable deal.
Other major discounts in this early access phase include:
- Star Wars Outlaws – £20.99 (70% off)
- Battlefield 6 – £48.99 (30% off)
- Red Dead Redemption 2 – £14.99 (75% off)
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows – £34.99 (50% off)
- Hogwarts Legacy – £9.74 (85% off)
This early offering is described as a "taster" of the full January sale, suggesting an even broader range of discounted games will be available once the promotion opens to all PlayStation users later in the month.
Looking Ahead to 2026 Releases
The article also casts an eye towards next year's gaming calendar for PlayStation 5 owners. While January appears relatively quiet with titles like MIO: Memories In Orbit and Highguard, February is described as "absolutely stacked".
Anticipated releases for February include Nioh 3, Renimal, Resident Evil Requiem, Yakuza Kiwami 3, and Romeo Is A Dead Man. PlayStation's own first-party heavy hitters, Saros and Marvel’s Wolverine, are slated for release in April and autumn 2026 respectively.
For those still seeking a PlayStation 5 console itself before Christmas, the piece notes that Currys is currently offering cheap deals on the hardware.
