August 19, 2025 marks a significant loss for PlayStation Plus subscribers as 14 high-profile games will be removed from the Extra and Premium tiers. Unlike the Essential tier where claimed games remain accessible during active subscriptions, the rotating catalog nature of PS Plus Extra/Premium means these titles will no longer be available after this date.

The departing lineup includes some of the service's most celebrated titles:

• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (2015 Game of the Year)
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (acclaimed Soulslike Star Wars adventure)
• Bugsnax (iconic PS5 launch title)
• EA Sports UFC 5 (premium fighting simulation)
• Vacation Simulator (rare VR experience)
• Five Sword Art Online RPGs
• Wild Hearts (monster hunting adventure)

This exodus follows May 2025's removal of Grand Theft Auto V, meaning PS Plus Extra has lost two of its most substantial open-world RPGs within months. The timing is particularly unfortunate given The Witcher 3's enduring popularity and recent next-gen updates.

While Sony typically announces replacement titles simultaneously, the August 2025 removals represent one of the most significant quality drops in PS Plus history. Subscribers have until August 19 to complete any in-progress games or consider purchasing favorites before they leave the service.

Latest Game Information

The complete list of departing games (effective August 19, 2025):

• Bugsnax
• EA Sports UFC 5
• Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker
• RIDE 5
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
• Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris
• Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet
• Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization
• Sword Art Online: Last Recollection
• Sword Art Online: Lost Long
• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
• Top Spin 2K25
• Vacation Simulator
• Wild Hearts

PlayStation typically refreshes its game catalog on the third Tuesday of each month. While these removals are currently scheduled for August 19, last-minute changes occasionally occur. Players should monitor official PlayStation channels for any updates regarding these departures or potential extensions.