2024 flew by quickly, and now we find ourselves in the new year of 2025, already halfway through the decade. The first half of the 20s brought us some great games, but it was also marked by challenges due to the pandemic affecting the gaming industry.
Looking ahead, let’s explore the exciting lineup of January games to kick off the second half of the decade:
### Freedom Wars Remastered
Freedom Wars Remastered brings a classic game previously exclusive to the PS Vita to a wider audience with enhanced visual graphics. Players will embark on perilous missions in a world where simply being alive is a sin, engaging in fast-paced RPG combat as they fight for freedom. Available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC (via Steam) starting January 9th.
### Blade Chimera
In Blade Chimera, players step into the shoes of Shin, a demon hunter with a mysterious past, as he battles powerful demon foes alongside his sword companion Lux. This metroidvania game offers thrilling 2D pixel environments and challenging gameplay. Launching on January 16th for Nintendo Switch and PC (via Steam).
### Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Dynasty Warriors: Origins takes players on epic battlefield brawls as they embody a “nameless hero” during the Story of the Three Kingdoms. Engage in intense combat against hordes of enemies and interact with a variety of unique characters. Available on January 17th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam).
### Tales of Graces f Remastered
Experience the beloved Tales of Graces f in a remastered version with updated visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and additional DLC. Dive into a captivating story and engaging gameplay with the iconic Style Shift Linear Motion Battle System. Launching on January 17th for multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
### Synduality: Echo of Ada
Set in the distant future, Synduality: Echo of Ada plunges players into a PvPvE multiplayer experience where survival is key on a dangerous planet. Pilot unique CradleCoffins and team up with AI companions to secure limited resources. Coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam) on January 24th.
### Eternal Strands
Yellow Brick Games debuts with Eternal Strands, a third-person action-adventure game following Brynn’s quest to protect her homeland from colossal titans. Master arcane skills and utilize the environment in epic battles. Launching on January 28th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
### Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero
Join the colorful world of Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, a strategy RPG where players command phantoms to combat ghost ships threatening peace. Recruit souls and create your dream team with unique tactics. Sailing onto Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC (via Steam) on January 30th.
### Sniper Elite: Resistance
Sniper Elite: Resistance immerses players in the French resistance’s fight against the Nazi regime, offering intense sniper gameplay and new propaganda missions. Sneak through time-sensitive scenarios and take down key threats. Launching on January 30th for various platforms including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC (via Steam).
Get ready to dive into these thrilling games and start the new year of gaming on an exciting note!
