January 2026 is here, and with comes a great new year that’s shaping up to be an exciting one for mobile gamers. From upcoming releases to updates, Android and iOS players have plenty to look forward to this new year. So, without further ado, let’s take a good look at what January has in store for us.
Upcoming Mobile Games releasing in January 2026 on Android and iOS
Here’s a look at the mobile games set to launch on Android and iOS in January 2026.
| Game Name | Release Date | Download Links |
|---|---|---|
| Underguild: Offense | January 1, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Hamlet: Prince of the East | January 6, 2026 | App Store |
| Cozy Caravan | January 8, 2026 | App Store |
| Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden | January 8, 2026 | App Store |
| Heartopia | January 8, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| True Skate+ | January 8, 2026 | App Store |
| Potion Punch 2+ | January 8, 2026 | App Store |
| BOUNTY HUNTERS | January 9, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Claw Quest: Roguelike RPG | January 9, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Way of the Hunter – Wild Europe | January 13, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Dragon Traveler | January 13, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Animal Mafia | January 13, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Beasts Evolved 2 | January 15, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Evo Defense: Merge TD | January 15, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| MU: Dark Awakening | January 16, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| SILT | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Mindcop | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Gumslinger 2 | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Wicked Defense | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Pixel Knights: Idle RPG | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Dark December | January 20, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Ragnarok Abyss | January 22, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Arknights: Endfield | January 22, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| SEGA Football Club Champions | January 22, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Golf Piko | January 26, 2026 | App Store |
| Hero Blasters: Defense | January 27, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Tavern Tale | January 27, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin | January 28, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Might & Magic Fates TCG | January 28, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Star Overlord | January 29, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Astro Defenders: Capt.Couch | January 29, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Paranoize | January 29, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Ax RPG II | January 30, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Truck Masters: World Simulator | January 30, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Love & Magic: Spellfyre | January 30, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Iron Saga: Zero | January 31, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Survival: The Dark Portal | January 31, 2026 | App Store |
| Parcel Delivery Simulator | January 31, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Schoolgirl Idle | January 31, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
| Soul Guardians 2: Action RPG | January 31, 2026 | Google Play Store / App Store |
Major Mobile Games releases to look forward to in January 2026 for Android and iOS
1. Heartopia
Release Date: January 8, 2026
First up is XD Games’ cozy slow-life sim, Heartopia, welcoming you to an adorably peaceful world where creativity is the main focus. You play as a town developer guided by the Star Spirit, exploring the open world, designing homes, and gradually uncovering the hidden lores of the residents and the town.
Here, you can have a relaxing time decorating furniture, try cool outfits, and enjoy all the user-generated content. I’m sure everyone’ll love trying out the six main hobbies like Fishing, Bug Catching, and more. With adorable visuals, no stamina system or daily checklists, and fun game, the game is worth the wait.
2. Way of the Hunter – Wild Europe
Release Date: January 13, 2026
HandyGames’ Way of the Hunter – Wild Europe follows the American version, inviting you to step into the heart of Europe’s iconic wilderness. This time, you’ll journey to Eastern Europe, with the iconic Transylvania serving as the hunting ground, where everything is designed in a realistic setting.
So, you can track down animals like the agile chamois along the cliffs, and take advantage of advanced ballistics and detailed animal behavior to hunt them down ethically. This one comes with rich content, including a full day/night cycle, real-time wind sim, 15 unique species, core features, and more.
3. Arknights: Endfield
Release Date: January 22, 2026
Arknights: Endfield, a real-time 3D strategy RPG from GRYPHLINE, has to be one of the most highly anticipated title of this year and next. Set in the familiar Arknights universe, you jump in as the Endministrator, traveling across the mysterious planet of Talos II and uncovering secrets on the run.
Plus, as you explore, you can collect resources, recruit Operators, and gradually build a safe heaven for humanity. Here, the AIC Factory also plays an important role in taking down threats, and I suggest you look forward towards this title, as it’s very promising, with stunning visuals, tactical combat, and more.
4. SEGA Football Club Champions
Release Date: January 22, 2026
SEGA Football Club Champions is SEGA’s much awaited Football Manager-powered sim, which saw few delays. Coming this new year, the game still keeps the core focus on player development and deep management strategy that everyone loves, while enhancing the experience to attract new fans.
Here, you play as a football manager, guiding your team towards global success. And the best part is the solid roster of the officially licensed footballers you can work with, with over 5000 real players from FIFPRO, the J League, K League, and even Premier League’s Manchester City FC.
5. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
Release Date: January 28, 2026
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, Netmarble’s upcoming open-world ARPG, is what us anime fans have been waiting for. Successor to Grand Cross, you’ll step in as Prince Tristan, the son of Meliodas and Elizabeth, and explore the content of Britannia and enjoy an exclusive multiverse storyline.
It’s exciting because you can build a team of both familiar characters like Ban and Escanor, and new ones, each with their own unique abilities. You can than engage in intense battles and boss encounters, or just slow down with cozy activities like fishing, cooking, and also exploring hidden areas.
6. Might & Magic Fates TCG
Release Date: January 28, 2026
Lastly, we’ve Might & Magic Fates TCG, Ubisoft’s new strategy-driven trading card title set in the Sea of Fates. Based on the popular series, here, you can build your own decks using various creatures, spells, artifacts, and unique hero cards, to engage in tactical PvP duels against other players.
You’ll love the fact that you can use iconic heroes and grow them like RPG characters to unlock new abilities. Not only that, it only brings back iconic factions like Haven and Inferno. You can have a great time collecting hundreds of cards, ranking up in multiplayer battles or enjoy solo seasonal events and faction challenges.
That’s the lineup of mobile games arriving in January 2026! Get your Android and iOS devices ready for another action-packed month. While you wait for these releases, check out some of our related articles below:
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