Xbox Game Pass Removes Four Titles Including Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Xbox Game Pass subscribers will see four games removed from the service today, including Warner Bros.’ major title Middle-earth: Shadow of War. The service rotation affects multiple genres, with the removal of these titles occurring on February 28, 2026. Despite these departures, the overall Xbox Game Pass library experienced net growth throughout February, with a total of 20 new games added during the month. The service previously removed Madden NFL 24 earlier in February, bringing the total number of departures to five for the month.
While four games are leaving today, February 2026 actually saw positive growth for Xbox Game Pass with a net addition of 15 games overall. The service added 20 new titles throughout the month while removing five total, including today’s four departures and the earlier removal of Madden NFL 24. This represents continued expansion of the subscription service’s library despite regular rotations. The balance between new arrivals and departures maintains the service’s value proposition for subscribers.
The four games leaving Xbox Game Pass today span multiple genres. The fighting game Injustice 2 is among the departures, along with the open-world RPG Middle-earth: Shadow of War. The card strategy game Monster Train and the off-road simulation game Expeditions: A MudRunner Game complete the list of titles being removed. These games will no longer be accessible through the subscription service starting today, though they remain available for purchase through regular channels.
Looking ahead, Xbox Game Pass will add the highly anticipated Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 next month. This upcoming addition continues the service’s pattern of bringing major titles to subscribers shortly after their release. The regular rotation of games helps maintain a fresh library while balancing licensing costs. While losing Middle-earth: Shadow of War is significant for fans of open-world action RPGs, the continued addition of major titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 suggests the service remains committed to offering substantial value.
