As we wrap up 2024, Xbox Game Pass subscribers are saying farewell to several beloved titles, including Humankind, Party Animals, and more. Microsoft regularly cycles out games from its service, and the end of the year brings a shift as six games leave on December 31.
Notable losses include BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle, Close to the Sun, Humankind, LEGO 2K Drive, McPixel 3, and Party Animals—all well-regarded games, from strategic hits like Humankind (averaging 79 on OpenCritic) to multiplayer favorites like Party Animals. If you’re looking to squeeze in some final playtime, be quick—some games, like McPixel 3 and Close to the Sun, can be completed in just a few hours.
Remember, if you’re not ready to say goodbye, you can still purchase any of these titles at a 20% discount to keep them in your library.
While 2024 saw some departures, it was an exciting year for Xbox Game Pass, with standout additions like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, STALKER 2, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Looking ahead, subscribers can look forward to new titles in January 2025, including Carrion on January 2 and Road 96 on January 7, with more games like Eternal Strands, Sniper Elite: Resistance, and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector joining the lineup by the end of the month.
Despite the farewells, 2025 is shaping up to be another strong year for Xbox Game Pass, with anticipated titles like Avowed, Doom: The Dark Ages, Atomfall, and South of Midnight on the horizon.
For Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, the value remains strong, offering access to over 100 games for a single subscription. Here’s to an exciting 2025 with even more must-play titles ahead!
