Games Leaving PS Plus: September 2026
Seven games have left the PS Plus Extra and Premium catalogs, and they all disappeared on September 15, 2026. The biggest loss is Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director's Cut, a cyberpunk RPG that sits at an 87 on Metacritic. Good news for anyone panicking about their monthly claims: no PS Plus Essential games are leaving this month. The bad news is these Extra and Premium titles are already gone from the catalog, so here's exactly what left and how to keep playing if you're mid-run.
Games Leaving by Tier
Essential Monthly Games Leaving
None. No PS Plus Essential monthly games are being removed in September 2026. If you claimed the Essential games this month, they're yours to keep as long as you maintain PS Plus Essential or higher. This month's departures are all catalog removals from the Extra and Premium tiers.
Extra Games Leaving
| Game | Tier | Metacritic | Time to Beat | Leave Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director's Cut | Extra | 87 | ~21 hrs | Sept 15, 2026 |
| Shadowrun: Hong Kong – Extended Edition | Extra | 81 | ~20 hrs | Sept 15, 2026 |
| Persona 5 Tactica | Extra | 78 | ~16–17 hrs | Sept 15, 2026 |
| Madden NFL 26 | Extra | 77 | No set length | Sept 15, 2026 |
| Shadowrun Returns | Extra | 76 | ~12 hrs | Sept 15, 2026 |
Premium Games Leaving (Classics)
| Game | Tier | Metacritic | Time to Beat | Leave Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toy Story 3 | Premium | ~76–78 | ~3 hrs (story) | Sept 15, 2026 |
| Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue | Premium | 75 | ~7–9 hrs | Sept 15, 2026 |
These games have been removed from the catalog. Unlike Essential monthly games, Extra and Premium titles cannot be permanently claimed. Once they leave, the only way to keep playing is to buy them.
One nice detail on the Premium side: both Toy Story classics are leaving because remastered versions are landing in October 2026. Toy Story 2 returns in the Toy Story: Retro Roundup bundle, and Toy Story 3: Complete Edition gets its own re-release. So the nostalgia isn't gone for good.
Don't Miss: Priority Picks
1. Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director's Cut
This is the one to grab if you buy a single game off this list. At an 87 on Metacritic, it's the highest-rated departure and one of the best cyberpunk RPGs on the platform. Sharp writing, tactical turn-based combat, and a story that actually respects your choices. If you skipped it, this is a genuine gap in your library worth closing.
Time commitment: ~21 hours
Tier required: Extra
2. Shadowrun: Hong Kong – Extended Edition
The natural follow-up to Dragonfall and nearly as good at an 81 on Metacritic. Same tight tactical combat, a fresh setting, and roughly 20 hours of meaty RPG content. If you play Dragonfall and want more, this is where you go next.
Time commitment: ~20 hours
Tier required: Extra
3. Persona 5 Tactica
The most recognizable name on the list and the loss most casual players will feel. It's a full spin-off in the beloved Persona 5 universe, trading real-time flair for a chibi-styled tactics game with a surprising amount of strategic depth. Around 16 to 17 hours to finish, and easy to recommend to anyone who liked the mainline games.
Time commitment: ~16–17 hours
Tier required: Extra
Quick Takes on the Rest
- Madden NFL 26 (Extra): A solid annual football sim at 77, but as a live sports title there's no real "beat it" finish line. Worth it only if you want a season or two before the next entry, and probably not worth buying at full price.
- Shadowrun Returns (Extra): The 76-rated game that kicked off the trilogy. Shorter at ~12 hours and a bit rougher than its sequels, but a fine starting point if you're getting into the series through Dragonfall.
- Toy Story 3 (Premium): The story mode is short (a few hours), but the open-ended "Toy Box" mode adds tons of playtime. A better pickup for kids or nostalgia, and the remaster is right around the corner anyway.
- Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue (Premium): A charming PS1 collectathon at 75, running 7 to 9 hours for a standard clear. Same deal here: the Retro Roundup remaster arrives in October.
Also reported leaving in some regions: Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII, Toukiden 2, and Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back were listed as departing by a couple of outlets. Sony's core list only confirms the seven above, and these three appear to be regional catalog differences, so check your local PS Store if you're chasing them.
FAQ: Games Leaving PS Plus
What's the difference between Essential and Extra/Premium games leaving?
Essential monthly games can be claimed permanently, so once you add them to your library they stay yours as long as you keep an active subscription. Extra and Premium catalog titles are different. They're streamed or downloaded from a rotating library, and when they leave, they're removed entirely. This month, only Extra and Premium games are leaving. No Essential games are affected.
Can I still play these games after September 15?
Not through PS Plus. All seven titles were removed from the Extra and Premium catalogs on September 15, 2026. The only way to keep playing is to buy them outright from the PlayStation Store.
Will these games come back?
Possibly, but there's no guarantee. Extra and Premium titles rotate in and out over time. The two Toy Story classics are a special case, since they're being replaced by remastered versions coming in October 2026.
What if I'm mid-playthrough of one of these games?
Your save data stays on your system. To keep playing, buy the game from the PlayStation Store and your progress carries over. Otherwise you'll have to wait and hope the title returns to the catalog.
What's Coming to Replace Them
Sony's September 2026 Extra and Premium additions rolled out the same week the removals happened, on September 15. The incoming lineup dropped alongside these departures, so the catalog didn't shrink, it just shifted.
- Check the current month's Extra and Premium additions on the PlayStation Store to see what replaced these titles.
- Two Toy Story remasters arrive in October 2026: the Toy Story: Retro Roundup bundle and Toy Story 3: Complete Edition.
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Last updated: September 22, 2026. Source: Push Square