2018 has been a phenomenal year for gaming, and it kept delivering excellent titles till it’s last month, from indie games like Celeste that got nominated for GOTY by various outlets, to breathtaking technical achievements like God of War and Red Dead Redemption 2. As we’re nearing the end of this year, and while it doesn’t seem possible, but the next year, seems to be packed with even bigger and better games, and we’ll be going over the games coming in January 2019.
2018 was a remarkable year for games and it was indeed a tough pick to choosing a game that made the year stand out. With games like Detroit: Become Human, Spider-Man, The Walking Dead The Final Season, Life is Strange 2, and plenty of other AAA titles and indie games that really made this year one of the more memorable years for gaming. 2019 is going to have to up the ante and give us big names like Death Stranding and The Last of Us Part II to really steal the spotlight from 2018.
Additionally, 2019 also marks the first year we won’t see Sony at E3, so we could be in the final year of titles that will be released for the PS4 and Xbox One, so 2019 should be a year to remember.
Major Games coming in January 2019
January is packed with various titles from Triple-A publishers, and most platforms are sharing the titles, so you won’t be missing out.
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.’s Journey
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Release Date: January 11th, 2019
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser JR’s Journey is an enhanced remake of the 2009 Nintendo DS game. While it retains the RPG turn-based combat, the new 3DS title features quality graphics and a more refined control system. Players can once again captain the Mario Brothers as they travel inside of the Koopa King; with an added expansion featuring Bowser Jr. The new adventure begins on January 11th for North America & Europe.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: January 11th, 2019
New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe combines all of the best features from the best-selling Wii U title and adds in more. Players can opt-in for either a solo or cooperative experience as they take on the classic 2D side-scroller. If eight worlds of platforms aren’t enough, there is more ground to cover with additional content from New Super Luigi U – the difficult brother of the original game. It won’t be long until Switch users can nabbit; New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe releases on the markets come January 11th.
Onimusha: Warlords
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Windows
Release Date: 15th January 2019
The game is about the story of a samurai named Samosuke Akechi and his fight against the dark forces of the Nobunaga Oda. The game follows the hero’s journey to save Princess Yuki from the dark forces and conquer the forces of evil. Along the way, you will pick up an assortment of weapons and magic to aid you on the journey.
The game is a remake of the 2001 version and is coming back with HD Graphics and other features that newcomers and fans of the classic will surely appreciate no matter the platform.
The Walking Dead: The Final Season – Episode 3: Broken Toys
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: 15th January 2019
If you have followed the turmoil of a journey that Telltale Games went through and the potential future of the final season of one of the most beloved video game series in recent memory, there is little doubt you are not excited for the third episode of The Walking Dead The Final Season. Without giving away too much, the game is definitely poised to be the send off that we have been waiting for as we see how Clementine’s story ends.
Yakuza 4 (Remaster)
Platform: PS4
Release Date: 17th January 2019
Yakuza 1 and 2 have been both been remade entirely for the PS4, and a prequel entry Yakuza 0 came out on PS4 and PC as well. Next month, we’ll be getting the remastered version of PS3’s Yakuza 4, as SEGA’s plan to bring the entire franchise on the PS4 continues.
Check out the launch trailer for the PS3 version below
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Date: 18th January 2019
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is the latest entry in the flight combat series by Bandai Namco Entertainment, featuring some intense dogfights, tons of aircraft with advanced flight controls and an engaging campaign, with the support of VR.
Check out the new trailer for the game below
Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: 18th January 2019
Suda51’s latest project is a spinoff of his series No More Heroes, featuring Travis as he embarks on his latest adventure, combining absurd and highly creative gameplay mechanics, and coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch.
Here’s the PAX West trailer for it
Life is Strange 2 – Episode 2: Rules
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: 24th January 2019
The first episode for Season 2 of Life is Strange released at the end of September 2018 and the next episode comes after fans have been eagerly waiting for 4 months. The story follows the journey of Sean and Daniel, two brothers who are now on the run from the law after a tragic series of events ensues. If you already know how the first episode ends, you are undoubtedly eager to play the latest episode and follow their continued journey.
Resident Evil 2
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Date: 25th January 2019
This is it, our most anticipated game of January is the remake of the classic title of the beloved franchise, Resident Evil 2. Follow the story of Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they try to escape Racoon City. Remade from the ground up, Resident Evil 2 is a game you can’t miss.
Check out some brand new gameplay from the game
Tropico 6
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Macintosh operating systems
Release Date: 25th January 2019
Tropico 6 is an upcoming construction and management simulation video game developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Kalypso Media.
Check out some gameplay for the upcoming entry in the management sim below
Kingdom Hearts III
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One
Release Date: 29th January 2019
With thirteen years in making, it’s only fitting that Kingdom Hearts III will feature an ultimate showdown against the leader of Organization XIII. The long-awaited title will pick up from the end of Dream Drop Distance and follow Sora and his friends in their attempt to find the “Key to Return Hearts”. The battlefield has been prepared and the race towards a Keyblade War begins on January 25th.
These are all the games coming in January 2019 for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC in January next year. There’s a lot to look forward to and we have high expectations from titles like Resident Evil 2 and Kingdom Hearts 3, and we can’t wait to get our hands on these titles.
While you’re here, make sure you read about the leak regarding the next Assassin’s Creed.
Which games coming in January 2019 are you looking forward to as we’re going into next year? Let us know in the comments below.