Top 15 Mobile Games for January 2026

Block Blast started the year strong, remaining the most downloaded mobile game worldwide with 28.1 million downloads. Although slightly down from its high in December, it easily held the number one spot.

Block Blast started the year strong, remaining the most downloaded mobile game worldwide with 28.1 million downloads. Although slightly down from its high in December, it easily held the number one spot.

The latest season of Single’s Inferno, Season 5, is being praised as a strong return to the show’s roots. While the series has remained popular, it hasn’t always successfully sparked many lasting romantic relationships. Changes to the format have had mixed results; allowing contestants consecutive “Paradise” dates helped build stronger connections. However, additions like the second “Inferno” camp in Season 3 actually made it harder for romance to develop.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is growing! In 2026, TMNTthemed pizzerias are planned for Santa Monica, Monterrey (Mexico), and Sao Paulo (Brazil). Plus, starting in 2027, Mattel will take over as the toy manufacturer for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ending Playmates Toys’ 35-year partnership with the brand. Mattel will create toys for both the 2027 animated film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem*, and the live-action movie scheduled for 2028.

Visual effects in recent science fiction films are truly impressive, helping major franchises deliver the grand scale and excitement audiences expect. While many 2026 sci-fi releases promise expansive worlds and thrilling action, this particular film chooses a smaller, more personal story, and it’s incredibly effective.

Lately, other streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Apple TV have really stepped up their game and are making some seriously good shows. But honestly, HBO still feels like the gold standard. Every now and then, a show like True Detective comes along and just blows you away, reminding you what truly exceptional television looks like. As a movie and TV lover, it’s those kinds of shows that really stick with you.

The 37-year-old wellness influencer recently moved from Sydney to the Gold Coast with her husband, Michael Miziner, and their two children, Violet, 12, and Dominic, 8, to help care for her mother, who is unwell.

A new framework uses the power of language models and knowledge graphs to intelligently explore chemical possibilities, accelerating the search for sustainable materials.

A new generative design framework creates adaptable soft robotic grippers capable of reliably grasping fragile organic materials, opening doors for automated coral restoration and beyond.

This film was Channing Tatum’s first leading role in a horror movie, though it leaned more towards a psychological thriller. It was deeply disturbing, intentionally based on the real and horrific issue of sex trafficking. Released two years ago, the film quickly gained popularity with audiences globally, becoming one of the most-streamed movies on HBO Max and Prime Video, even reaching the No. 2 spot in numerous countries.

Even after all these years, Chrono Trigger remains a masterpiece and is widely considered one of the best fantasy role-playing games ever made. It’s a true classic, and it’s difficult to envision another game surpassing it.