PlayStation Plus: 4 Games Leaving the Catalog This October — Including a Beloved AAA Title
October 2025 marks the farewell of four titles from the PlayStation Plus catalog — and one of them is none other than Battlefield 1! The news has sparked strong reactions from the community, torn between nostalgia for World War I battles and frustration that a recently added title is already leaving.
The PlayStation Plus catalog refresh shows no signs of slowing down. After a back-to-school wave that brought eight new games, Sony has updated the “Last Chance to Play” section, warning subscribers to say goodbye to four titles. This raises fresh debates about how long games should remain in the catalog.
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Four Confirmed Departures
The “Last Chance to Play” section has just been updated, affecting all regions. These removals are scheduled for mid-October and cover a wide range of genres:
- Battlefield 1 – EA DICE’s iconic FPS that plunges players into the horrors of World War I. Released in 2016, it remains one of the most beloved multiplayer entries in the series. A perfect excuse to revisit it before the much-anticipated release of Battlefield 6.
- Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed – Ecto Edition – The asymmetrical multiplayer game where players take on the roles of ghost hunters or mischievous spirits. This edition includes all four DLCs released in 2023.
- Tour de France 2023 – The official cycling simulation of the Grande Boucle. Challenge the world’s best riders and sprint to victory on the Champs-Élysées.
- The Last Clockwinder – A clever VR puzzle game where you build chains of automatons to bring a giant tree back to life.
This eclectic lineup is yet another reminder that no genre is safe from PlayStation Plus rotations. From fans of historical shooters to cycling enthusiasts and VR explorers, almost everyone has something to lose in this October wave.
Player Reactions
The announcement sparked plenty of discussion on Reddit, with EA’s title at the center of it all. Many players wryly noted, “Lmao, didn’t the add Battlefield 1 recently?” — perfectly capturing that classic “EA moment” when the publisher removes its games as quickly as it adds them. The fast turnover of EA Sports titles and other EA games has become a running joke in the community, with some referring to them as the “usual suspects.”
As for Tour de France 2023, trophy hunters are particularly vocal. The game is praised for its easy platinum, estimated at 10 to 14 hours according to players. Others poke fun at its repetitive nature: “It’s still 10 hours of cycling around can’t imagine this being very fun” jokes one user. Still, many confirm the game can be great fun for cycling fans.
Meanwhile, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed seems to be enjoying a last-minute popularity boost, with many subscribers saying “it’s time to give ghostbusters a chance” after leaving it untouched since it joined the service.
Ongoing PSVR2 Concerns
The removal of The Last Clockwinder reignites concerns about the future of PSVR2 content on PlayStation Plus. PSVR2 owners are once again voicing frustration over the steady erosion of VR experiences from the premium service.
One user summed up the situation perfectly: “They got me to subscribe to PS Plus with VR games, then removed all the VR games.” This worrying trend echoes fears expressed after the removal of Pistol Whip earlier this month.
As for The Last Clockwinder itself, some players describe a mixed experience: “I was loving it until I got stuck on a puzzle and never came back.” This highlights a common VR challenge: it’s often difficult to quickly jump back into a session if you only have a few minutes to play.
This new wave of removals reignites debate around Sony’s strategy. Between free games that some find outdated and the steady disappearance of VR titles, some worry the service may lose its appeal. With these constant changes, there’s only one solid piece of advice for PlayStation Plus subscribers: never put off playing a game that interests you. As August’s massive purge showed, even the most recent or most popular games can suddenly vanish from the catalog.
