Xbox Announces Five Games Leaving Game Pass in Early November
Microsoft has announced the next group of games that will be removed from its Game Pass subscription on November 15th. This is the final opportunity to play these titles through Game Pass, although they might return later.
Notable Games Leaving Game Pass
- Frostpunk: Described by Eurogamer in 2018 as "a thrilling but thin survival twist on the city builder genre, oozing dark charisma and political dilemmas."
- Stalker 2: Added to the service last year after release on Xbox and PC. Its development was heavily affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Challenges Behind Stalker 2's Development
The developer GSC Game World faced multiple delays due to the conflict. Staff relocated to continue work safely, some joined Ukraine's armed forces, and Russian hackers leaked test builds.
GSC released a documentary showcasing the difficult development process of Stalker 2.
Eurogamer's review of Stalker 2 highlights that Heart of Chornobyl "stays faithful to the open world survival shooter of yesteryear."
Further Information
For details on other games currently available in Microsoft's subscription, the Xbox Game Pass guide is a useful resource.
"If you are interested in any of the above games, now is your last chance to play them via Game Pass."
Summary: Five games including Frostpunk and Stalker 2 will leave Xbox Game Pass on November 15, marking a limited time for subscribers to experience these titles.