The Xbox Game Pass library is undergoing a small but notable change in mid-November. Microsoft has confirmed that as of November 15, 2025, five major titles will be leaving the platform. The list includes games that will impact both strategy fans and survival players alike.
Among the titles leaving Game Pass, Football Manager 2024 and Football Manager 2024 Console stand out first. With the 2025 edition on the way, this move doesn’t come as a surprise. However, players who wish to continue their managerial careers will need to purchase the game to keep playing.
Another significant title is S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl. The game was still available as a Windows Edition on Game Pass, and its removal is seen as preparation for the upcoming official release.
Other games leaving the library include the atmospheric survival title Frostpunk, the smithing simulator Blacksmith Master (Game Preview), and the charming life simulation Spirittea. Especially with Frostpunk and Spirittea holding special places in their genres, their departure has caused a wave of goodbyes among subscribers.
Before removing the titles, Microsoft issued a reminder: Players can continue playing these games until November 15, and subscribers can purchase them with discounts of up to 20%.
While new games will be added to Game Pass in mid-November, this lineup of five won’t be easy to replace for many players. So, are you planning to buy and keep any of these games permanently before they leave the service? Share your thoughts and stay tuned to both X and VGNW for the latest updates.
