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If December is traditionally one of the busiest months for slot releases, January usually marks a slowdown. Studios tend to ease off after an intense Q4, making January one of the calmest months on the release calendar.
That said, January 2026 still offers plenty to look forward to. While the total number of launches is lower, the month includes several high-profile releases, strong franchise continuations, and — perhaps most notably — new Monopoly slots from Evolution-owned Red Tiger Gaming, Big Time Gaming, and NetEnt.
Below is the full January release calendar, with ★ highlighting the most anticipated titles according to SlotsLaunch, as well as all Monopoly releases.
January 2026 confirms a familiar pattern: fewer releases, but stronger individual titles. While the overall volume is significantly lower than December, the month still delivers several high-impact launches from Pragmatic Play, Blueprint Gaming, IGT, and Nolimit City.
The standout narrative is Monopoly’s return, with four releases spread across Evolution-owned studios and NetEnt, signaling a more coordinated, franchise-driven approach going forward. Combined with SlotLaunch’s most anticipated picks — particularly from Pragmatic Play and Blueprint Gaming — January positions itself as a strategic, quality-first month rather than a numbers game.
For operators and affiliates, this makes January less about breadth and more about spotlighting the right games.
