Sony has announced that a batch of titles will disappear from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on October 20, 2026. The change affects both the Extra and Premium subscription tiers, which currently let members download and play a rotating library without extra cost. While Sony regularly refreshes the catalog with new releases, it also retires older games to make space for fresh content.
Players who have not yet tackled the departing titles now have just over three weeks to dive in. After the cutoff date, access will vanish, and anyone wishing to continue playing will need to purchase the game outright. Below we break down the exact lineup, explain how the removal works, and note regional quirks that could affect your experience.
The titles slated for removal
The official Sony list mentions nine games, though some regional catalogs show only eight because one Harvest Moon edition varies by market. The confirmed titles are:
- Silent Hill 2 (2024 remake)
- Yakuza: Like a Dragon
- Jurassic World Evolution 2
- Gloomhaven: Mercenaries Edition
- Rogue Lords
- Lake
- Death Squared
- Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition
- Harvest Moon: One World (included in the U.S. list only)
Each game spans a different genre, from the psychological horror of Silent Hill 2 to the strategic puzzling of Death Squared. Notably, the Silent Hill 2 remake, praised for its modernized visuals and narrative tweaks, will leave just days before Halloween, making it a timely farewell for horror fans.
How the removal process works
Sony’s catalog rotation follows a predictable schedule: the outgoing titles are removed on the same day the next batch arrives. For October 2026, the departure date is set for 20 October and new games will be announced shortly before that. Subscribers receive the notice in advance, allowing them to prioritize titles they have yet to finish. Once the clock strikes midnight UTC on the removal date, the games disappear from the library for all Extra and Premium members.
If you wish to keep a favorite after the deadline, the only option is a separate purchase from the PlayStation Store. The price may differ from the original subscription value, so it’s wise to decide early. Additionally, any progress saved locally or in the cloud remains intact, but you won’t be able to launch the title without owning it.
Regional differences and what to watch for
The listed lineup reflects the U.S. storefront. In Spain and other European territories, the selection is almost identical, but a few titles—such as Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition—might stay longer or leave earlier depending on local licensing. Asian markets, including Japan, have reported that LakeDeath Squared and the Harvest Moon special edition will also exit on the same date.
Because of these variations, players should verify the “Last Chance to Play” section of the PlayStation Store for their specific region. This page shows the exact countdown for each title, ensuring you don’t miss the final window. Checking the regional catalog is especially important for titles with multiple editions, as only one version may be slated for removal.
