Xbox Game Pass: Five Games Leaving on Halloween, Including Persona 5
The Game Pass library is a constantly evolving ecosystem, with exciting new titles arriving each month. But as new games come in, others must depart. As October comes to a close, Microsoft has confirmed the next slate of games set to be removed from the Xbox Game Pass service, and subscribers will want to pay close attention. On October 31, five popular and critically acclaimed titles will be leaving the catalog for good, including one of the highest-rated role-playing games of the last decade.
This marks the second wave of departures for the month, giving players a final chance to dive in or purchase these games at a discount before they’re gone. The list features a diverse collection of genres, from sprawling RPGs and tense survival horror to chaotic co-op shooters. If any of these have been sitting in your backlog, your window to play them is closing fast.
What Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass on October 31?
Subscribers on console, PC, and cloud have until the end of the day on Halloween to play the following five titles before they are removed from the library. This is your last call to experience these games as part of your subscription.
Here is the complete list of games leaving the service:
- Persona 5 Royal (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Gunfire Reborn (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Kill It With Fire (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Signalis (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Solasta: Crown of the Magister (Cloud, Console, and PC)
A Closer Look at the Departing Titles
While every departure stings for fans, this particular list includes some heavy hitters and unique indie gems that have become staples in the Game Pass library.
Persona 5 Royal: The Crown Jewel
The most significant departure is undoubtedly Persona 5 Royal. This massive, stylish Japanese role-playing game is widely considered one of the best games of its generation. Players take on the role of a high-school student in Tokyo who discovers he can enter the metaphysical world of human consciousness. Alongside a memorable cast of characters known as the Phantom Thieves, you’ll battle inner demons, reform the hearts of the corrupt, and balance your supernatural life with school, friendships, and part-time jobs.
With its vibrant acid-jazz soundtrack, stunning visual design, and a story that can easily take over 100 hours to complete, Persona 5 Royal is an epic adventure. Its removal is a major loss for the service, and anyone who has started this journey will need to dedicate some serious time over the next couple of weeks to see it through to the end.
Signalis: A Halloween Horror Farewell
It’s fitting that a top-tier survival horror game is leaving on Halloween itself. Signalis is a modern masterpiece with a classic retro-inspired aesthetic, harkening back to the glory days of the original PlayStation. You play as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost partner on a desolate, snow-covered planet. What follows is a descent into a cosmic horror nightmare filled with terrifying creatures, cryptic puzzles, and a deeply unsettling atmosphere. Its gripping narrative and masterful tension have earned it rave reviews, making it a must-play for any fan of the genre.
Gunfire Reborn: Frantic Co-Op Action
If you’re looking for fast-paced, replayable action, Gunfire Reborn has been a go-to for many Game Pass subscribers. This title blends first-person shooter mechanics with rogue-lite progression and RPG elements. Playable solo or with up to three friends, you’ll choose from a roster of unique heroes, each with their own special abilities, and blast your way through procedurally generated levels. With a massive arsenal of weapons and countless scrolls that grant powerful buffs, no two runs are ever the same.
Solasta: Crown of the Magister & Kill It With Fire
Rounding out the list are two fantastic and distinct indie titles. Solasta: Crown of the Magister is a dream come true for Dungeons & Dragons fans. It is a tactical turn-based RPG that faithfully adapts the D&D 5.1 ruleset, offering a deep and strategic adventure for those who love tabletop gaming.
On the quirkier side, Kill It With Fire is a first-person action-puzzle game about a simple, relatable mission: exterminating spiders by any means necessary. Wielding everything from a rolled-up newspaper to a flamethrower and C4, players will hunt down the eight-legged menaces across suburban landscapes in a chaotic and hilarious sandbox.
How to Keep Playing After They're Gone
If you’ve fallen in love with one of these games and want to keep it in your library forever, there is a silver lining. As an active Xbox Game Pass subscriber, you are entitled to a membership discount of at least 20% off the digital purchase price of any game currently in the catalog. This allows you to buy the game, own it permanently, and keep all of your save progress. This offer is only available while the games are still part of the service, so you must make your purchase before they are removed on October 31.
While it's always sad to see great games go, their departure makes room for the next wave of additions, including highly anticipated day-one launches like the serene climbing adventure Jusant and the detailed city-builder Cities: Skylines II arriving on PC Game Pass.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When is the exact deadline to play these games?
A: The games will be removed from the service at the end of the day on October 31, 2023. You should aim to finish or purchase them before then.
Q: I bought DLC for Persona 5 Royal. Will I lose it?
A: You won't lose the DLC you purchased, but you will be unable to access it unless you own the base game. To continue playing with your DLC, you will need to buy Persona 5 Royal after it leaves Game Pass.
Q: Is it possible these games will ever return to Game Pass?
A: Some games have left and later returned to the Xbox Game Pass library, but this is not guaranteed. If you want to ensure you can continue playing, the safest option is to purchase the game with your member discount before it leaves.