Sony is removing eight games from the PS Plus Extra and Premium catalog on May 19, 2026, including Control: Ultimate Edition, Sand Land, Soul Hackers 2, and more.
Sony has confirmed that eight games will leave the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Game Catalog on May 19, 2026. The departure list appeared in Japan’s “Last Chance to Play” section on the PlayStation Store, coinciding with the rollout of April 2026’s new catalog additions, which included Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered and The Casting of Frank Stone. Players have just under four weeks to finish or start any of these titles before they lose access.
Complete List of Games Leaving PS Plus in May 2026
Here are all eight games confirmed for removal from the PS Plus Game Catalog on May 19:
- Control: Ultimate Edition (PS4 / PS5)
- Mortal Shell (PS4)
- Mortal Shell: Enhanced Edition (PS4 / PS5)
- MotoGP 25 (PS5)
- Sand Land (PS4 / PS5)
- Soul Hackers 2 (PS4 / PS5)
- The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan (PS4 / PS5)
- The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope (PS4 / PS5)
This list was initially spotted on the Japanese and Asian PlayStation Stores. Regional variations are possible; Man of Medan, in particular, may only leave in select regions. However, the full lineup is expected to remain consistent worldwide once all stores update.
Why Control: Ultimate Edition Is the Must-Play Before It Leaves
Of all eight departures, Control: Ultimate Edition is the standout. Developed by Remedy Entertainment, Control launched in 2019 and quickly became one of the most acclaimed action games of its generation. The Ultimate Edition bundles the base game with both expansions, The Foundation and AWE, offering dozens of hours of supernatural combat set inside the mysterious Oldest House, headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Control.
On PS5, the Ultimate Edition delivers two graphics modes: a performance mode running at 60fps with upscaled 4K resolution, and a graphics mode with ray tracing at a locked 30fps. DualSense integration is noteworthy, with haptic feedback reacting to different floor surfaces and adaptive triggers changing resistance based on the weapon form you wield. Load times are virtually eliminated thanks to the PS5’s SSD, a massive improvement over the PS4 version where deaths meant waiting over a minute to respawn.
There is a very compelling reason to play Control right now. Remedy has confirmed that Control Resonant, the direct sequel following Dylan Faden, is scheduled to launch in 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Mac. Playing the first game before the sequel arrives makes this an ideal window, and once it leaves PS Plus, the only option is purchasing it outright.
Sand Land: Akira Toriyama’s Action RPG Worth Discovering
Sand Land is an action RPG published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, based on the manga by Akira Toriyama, the legendary creator of Dragon Ball. Released in April 2024, the game follows Fiend Prince Beelzebub, his demon companion Thief, and human Sheriff Rao on a quest to find the Legendary Spring in a drought-ravaged desert world.
The game blends on-foot combat with extensive vehicle customisation and vehicular combat. Players can build and upgrade tanks, motorcycles, and mechs to traverse the vast desert landscape. While critical reception was mixed, Toriyama’s distinctive art style and the vehicle gameplay were widely praised. The second half of the game introduces an original storyline that some reviewers considered even better than the manga source material.
Soul Hackers 2: A Dark JRPG for Atlus Fans
Soul Hackers 2 is a turn-based RPG from Atlus, set within the broader Shin Megami Tensei universe. Released in August 2022, it explores a world where spirituality has been digitised, God is a supercomputer, and the protagonist is an AI-born messiah tasked with preventing the apocalypse.
The combat system uses a “stack” mechanic for exploiting enemy weaknesses, distinct from Persona’s One More system. While reviewers noted it lacks the visual flash of Persona 5 or the epic scope of mainline SMT titles, the darker narrative tone and thought-provoking themes earned it a dedicated following. Trophy hunters should note that a platinum run takes roughly 70 hours, so starting early is essential if completion is the goal.
Mortal Shell: The Soulslike Worth Trying Before It Goes
Both Mortal Shell (PS4) and Mortal Shell: Enhanced Edition (PS5) are leaving the catalog. Developed by Cold Symmetry, this indie soulslike earned praise for punching well above its weight as a smaller studio release. The Enhanced Edition runs at 4K resolution and 60fps on PS5, making the timing-based combat significantly smoother.
Two mechanics set Mortal Shell apart from the genre’s heavyweights. The hardening system lets you turn your body to stone mid-attack, absorbing an incoming hit while your own strike still connects with extra force. The shell system replaces traditional character classes; you discover four different fallen warriors whose bodies you can inhabit, each with unique stat profiles and upgrade trees. It is shorter than a typical From Software game, clocking in at roughly 10 to 15 hours, but the difficulty is on par with Dark Souls and arguably harder in some areas due to limited healing options.
The Dark Pictures Anthology: Two Horror Stories Leaving Together
Supermassive Games’ interactive horror series loses two entries from PS Plus this month:
- Man of Medan: The first entry in the anthology. A group of friends encounters a ghost ship in the South Pacific, and player choices determine who lives and who dies. It supports online and couch co-op play.
- Little Hope: The second entry, widely regarded as an improvement over Man of Medan. A professor and four students are stranded in an abandoned New England town plagued by visions of 17th-century witch trials. Pacing, frame rate stability, and character writing all saw meaningful upgrades.
The timing is notable: Directive 8020, the latest instalment in the series (now without The Dark Pictures branding), launches on May 12, 2026, exactly one week before the older titles leave PS Plus. Playing Man of Medan and Little Hope now gives context for the franchise’s evolution.
MotoGP 25: Simulation Racing on Unreal Engine 5
MotoGP 25, developed by Milestone, is the series’ first entry built on Unreal Engine 5. It delivers noticeably improved visuals and smooth performance on PS5. The most significant gameplay addition is an “Arcade” physics mode designed to lower the barrier to entry for newcomers, while the simulation handling remains for hardcore fans. A platinum trophy run takes approximately 20 hours, including some straightforward online trophies.
What Happens After May 19?
Once these games leave the PS Plus catalog, they do not disappear from the PlayStation Store entirely. You simply lose the ability to play them through your subscription. If you want to continue playing any of these titles after May 19, you will need to purchase them individually on the PS Store. Games you previously bought outright remain unaffected in your library regardless of catalog changes.
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Things Players Commonly Want to Know
Could more games be added to the departure list?
Yes. Sony occasionally adds titles to the “Last Chance to Play” section after the initial reveal, and in rare cases removes games from the list without advance notice. The current eight-game lineup is considered mostly final, but it is worth checking the PS Store periodically for updates.
What new games are coming to PS Plus in May 2026?
Sony has not yet announced the May 2026 Game Catalog additions. That reveal typically happens a few weeks before the monthly refresh. The April 2026 additions included Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, The Casting of Frank Stone, Football Manager 26 Console, and Wild Arms 4, among others.
Are regional differences expected?
The PS Plus catalog generally remains the same worldwide, but minor regional variations can occur. Reports indicate that Man of Medan may be region-specific for this departure cycle, potentially staying available in some territories. All other titles are expected to leave globally.
Which tier of PS Plus do I need to access these games?
The Game Catalog is available to PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium subscribers. PS Plus Essential does not include catalog access. If you are on Essential and want to play any of these games before they leave, you will need to upgrade your subscription tier.
Is Control Resonant coming to PS Plus?
Remedy has confirmed Control Resonant will launch in 2026, but there has been no announcement about a day-one PS Plus inclusion. Given that the original Control is leaving the catalog, playing the Ultimate Edition now is the safest way to experience the story before the sequel arrives.
May 2026’s PS Plus departures include some genuinely strong games. Control: Ultimate Edition alone is worth dedicating a weekend to, especially with its sequel on the horizon. Combined with Sand Land, two Dark Pictures entries, and a solid soulslike in Mortal Shell, there is enough quality content here to keep players busy right up to the May 19 deadline.
