Every month, PlayStation Plus subscribers gain access to a rotating library of titles across the Extra and Premium tiers. While the arrival of new games is always exciting, it also means saying goodbye to others. September 2025 is no different, and Sony has confirmed that several notable titles will be leaving the PS Plus Catalog in the middle of the month.
When Are the Games Leaving?
The games will leave around Tuesday, September 16, 2025, which is when the monthly catalog refresh takes place for PS Plus Extra and Premium. This timing follows Sony’s usual pattern, where titles depart on the same day that new games are added.
Subscribers who want to experience these games through PS Plus should plan to download and play them before that date, as they’ll no longer be accessible once removed.
Confirmed Games Leaving PS Plus in September 2025
Here’s the full list of titles that will be removed from the PS Plus Extra and Premium catalog next month:
- Dragon’s Crown Pro – A remaster of the beloved fantasy action RPG from Vanillaware. Known for its beautiful hand-drawn art style and deep co-op gameplay.
- F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch – A side-scrolling Metroidvania starring an anthropomorphic rabbit with a giant mechanical fist.
- Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir – Another Vanillaware classic, this re-imagined RPG is a story-rich, side-scrolling action adventure with multiple protagonists.
- Pistol Whip – A rhythm-based VR shooter that blends fast gunplay with a pulsing soundtrack.
- Road 96 – A narrative-driven adventure where every journey across the border is shaped by player choices.
- The Plucky Squire – A whimsical action-adventure that seamlessly moves between 2D storybook pages and 3D worlds.
- UFC 5 – EA Sports’ realistic mixed martial arts simulation, delivering high-intensity bouts with detailed fighter mechanics.
- Night in the Woods (additional confirmed title from regional PS Stores) – A critically acclaimed indie narrative adventure exploring themes of friendship, small-town struggles, and self-discovery.
How PS Plus September 2025 Leaving Games Affect Subscribers
While none of the games leaving in September 2025 are as high-profile as past removals like The Witcher 3, this list still stings for fans:
- Vanillaware fans take a hit, with both Dragon’s Crown Pro and Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir disappearing at the same time.
- VR players lose another highlight, as Pistol Whip joins the growing list of PS VR2 games being cycled out of PS Plus this year.
- Indie gems like Road 96 and Night in the Woods are praised for their storytelling, and their removal is a loss for players who value narrative-heavy experiences.
What to Do Before They Leave
- Download and Play Now – Once removed, these games will no longer be accessible through the PS Plus library.
- Consider Purchasing – If you want permanent access, you can buy them from the PlayStation Store. Your progress will carry over.
- Check “Last Chance to Play” Section – Sony updates this tab regularly, so keep an eye on it for any last-minute changes or additional removals.
Sony is expected to announce the new PS Plus Extra and Premium additions for September on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, with the rollout happening on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The incoming lineup will hopefully balance the loss of these departing titles, continuing Sony’s trend of mixing AAA blockbusters, indies, and even PSOne classics for Premium members.
