Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 leave PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium on November 17, 2026 — two days before GTA 6 launches on November 19. You have about 12 days from today to finish them on the catalog, or buy a license if you want to keep playing. Here is the full leaving list, the deadline math and a finish-or-buy checklist.
Last checked on November 5, 2026. Official Sony confirmed GTA V is leaving via a PS5 console notice quoted by PlayStation LifeStyle on October 13. Reported The full November 17 list of 11 titles comes from the Last Chance to Play section of PS Plus Extra, covered by Push Square (October 20), PSU and TheGamer. GTA 6 dates below are Official from Rockstar and the PlayStation Blog.
Deadline: days left until they leave
| Milestone | Date | Days from Nov 5 | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Wed Nov 5 | 0 | — |
| GTA 6 preload opens | Tue Nov 10 | 5 | Official |
| PS Plus Extra/Premium removals | Mon Nov 17 | 12 | Official / Reported list |
| GTA 6 launches | Wed Nov 19 | 14 | Official |
| Gap: leave → GTA 6 | — | 2 days | Our math |
Our math From November 5 to November 17 is 12 days. From November 17 to the GTA 6 launch on November 19 is 2 days. Preloading for GTA 6 starts on November 10 (212 GB), so storage and attention will already be tied up before the Plus titles leave.
Full PS Plus Extra leaving list (November 17)
Reported Push Square’s Last Chance to Play report lists these 11 games leaving Extra (and Premium catalog access) on November 17, 2026:
| Game | Platforms on Plus |
|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto V | PS5, PS4 |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | PS4 |
| Football Manager 26 | PS5 |
| The Talos Principle 2 | PS5 |
| Cricket 24 | PS5, PS4 |
| Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom | PS5, PS4 |
| Hotshot Racing | PS4 |
| Rock of Ages 3: Make & Break | PS4 |
| Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair | PS4 |
| Rapala Fishing Pro Series | PS4 |
| Yet Another Zombie Defense HD | PS4 |
We are sticking to the Push Square / PSU list of 11. Some round-ups add other titles; treat those as unverified unless they appear in Last Chance to Play on your console.
What happens after they leave
- Official / Reported Catalog access ends. Extra and Premium do not keep games the way Essential monthly claims do. Once a title leaves, it disappears from your library unless you own it.
- Reported Downloading early does not help. Industry coverage is consistent: a download started before November 17 does not extend catalog access after removal. You need a purchased license.
- Our advice Buy only if you still care. Check the PS Store sale price on November 17. GTA V and RDR2 often discount when they leave a service.
- Reported They may return later. Rockstar cycles GTA V and RDR2 on and off PS Plus and Game Pass. No return date is confirmed.
Finish-or-buy checklist (GTA 5 and RDR2)
Our advice With about 12 days left, be realistic about story length. Use this checklist instead of guessing hours:
| Question | If yes | If no |
|---|---|---|
| Have you finished the GTA 5 story before? | Skip a replay; save storage for GTA 6 | Play the main story only; ignore Online grind |
| Have you finished RDR2’s story? | Optional epilogue later if you buy it | Focus on Chapter 1–6; skip 100% completion |
| Is GTA 6 already pre-ordered on this PS5? | Prioritize storage for the 212 GB preload from Nov 10 | Still finish Plus games first if you care about them |
| Will you replay Rockstar games after Nov 19? | Buy a license on sale after they leave | Let them go; GTA 6 is the focus |
| Is Football Manager 26 on your list? | Note FM27 Console lands Nov 10 (see our FM27 guide) | Ignore FM26 leaving |
Our advice Do not burn yourself out on GTA 5 Online the week before GTA 6. A short story pass of GTA V or a chapter or two of RDR2 is enough for most players.
Why November 17 matters for GTA 6 players
Our analysis Sony removing Rockstar’s two biggest catalog games two days before GTA 6 is intentional calendar pressure: finish the old games, clear space, then preload. The useful sequence for a PS5 owner is:
- This week (Nov 5–9): finish or drop GTA 5 / RDR2 on Plus.
- Nov 10: start the GTA 6 preload (212 GB official). Make sure refunds are settled first — see how to cancel a GTA 6 pre-order.
- Nov 17: Plus catalog access ends; buy only if you still need the old titles.
- Nov 19: GTA 6 launches. Prices and editions are in our GTA 6 price guide and where to pre-order.
If you are watching streams instead of replaying, Kai Cenat’s GTA marathon starts tonight (Nov 5, 21:00 CET). The full month calendar is in November 2026 game releases.
Frequently asked questions
When do GTA 5 and RDR2 leave PS Plus?
On November 17, 2026. Both leave the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Game Catalog that day, along with nine other titles.
Does downloading them before November 17 keep them?
No. Extra and Premium are a catalog subscription. Once a game leaves, you lose access unless you buy a separate license. Essential monthly games work differently.
Why does the November 17 date matter for GTA 6?
GTA 6 launches on November 19, only two days later. Preloading opens November 10. Finishing GTA 5 or RDR2 on Plus before then is a tight window.
Is the full leaving list official from Sony?
Sony confirmed GTA V leaving via a PS5 console notice. The full November 17 list of 11 games comes from the Last Chance to Play section of PS Plus, reported by Push Square, PSU and others.
Should I buy GTA 5 or RDR2 when they leave?
Only if you still want to finish or replay them after November 17. Most players heading into GTA 6 will not need a paid copy of GTA 5 on the same console.
Will GTA 5 and RDR2 return to PS Plus later?
Rockstar titles cycle on and off subscription services regularly. Push Square notes they have left and returned multiple times. No return date is confirmed.
Keep reading on HUDWire
Sources
- Push Square: 11 PS Plus Extra removals for November 2026
- PlayStation LifeStyle: Rockstar GTA V leaving PS Plus (console notice)
- PSU: PS Plus Extra games leaving November 2026
- TheGamer: every game added to PS Plus (catalog coverage)
- PlayStation Blog: GTA VI pre-download begins November 10
- Rockstar / Take-Two: GTA 6 November 19 launch