Is Metro Exodus being removed from PS Plus?
In February 2023, TheSixthAxis reported that Metro: Exodus, a post-apocalyptic first-person shooter, will no longer be available on the PlayStation Plus Extra library in February. This news sent shockwaves among gamers who have been enjoying the game as part of their subscription. But is Metro Exodus being removed from PS Plus entirely?
What do we know so far?
- Metro: Exodus was added to the PlayStation Plus Extra library in March 2022, a month after its initial release in February 2022.
- In February 2023, TheSixthAxis reported that 12 games are leaving PS Plus Extra, including Metro: Exodus, Saints Row The Third Remastered, and other titles.
- According to the report, once the games leave the PS Plus Extra library, they are gone forever.
What does this mean for PS Plus subscribers?
- For those who have downloaded and installed Metro: Exodus on their PS4 or PS5 before it leaves the library, they can continue to play the game as long as they keep their subscription active.
- However, after the game leaves the PS Plus Extra library, new subscribers will no longer be able to download it.
- If existing subscribers’ subscriptions lapse or they cancel their subscription, they will no longer have access to Metro: Exodus.
What other games are leaving PS Plus?
Here is a list of 13 games that will no longer be available on PS Plus Extra, including Metro: Exodus, Saints Row The Third Remastered, and other titles:
| Game | Type | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Astebreed | Action | PS4 |
| Clouds & Sheep 2 | Puzzle | PS4 |
| Far Cry 4 | Action | PS4 |
| Far Cry 5 | Action | PS4, PS5 |
| Gal*Gunvolt: Burst | Shooter | PS4 |
| Goosebumps: The Game | Adventure | PS4 |
| Inside | Puzzle | PS4, PS5 |
| Limbo | Puzzle | PS4, PS5 |
| Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker | Fighting | PS4 |
| The Crew | Racing | PS4 |
| The Medium | Horror | PS4, PS5 |
| The Quarry | Adventure | PS4, PS5 |
| Torquel | Simulation | PS4 |
Conclusion
Metro Exodus will indeed be removed from the PS Plus Extra library in February 2023, marking the end of its availability to new subscribers. However, existing subscribers who have downloaded and installed the game can continue to play it as long as their subscription remains active. This is a significant loss for the PS Plus Extra library, as Metro: Exodus was a popular addition. It remains to be seen which new games will be added to the library to replace those leaving.