Change of plans for several games that were leaving Xbox Game Pass in December

Several Xbox Game Pass games will no longer be leaving in December.

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Unless it’s a last-minute error, this morning we shared the definitive list of games leaving Xbox Game Pass by December 31. Initially, we had 8 titles saying goodbye to the service, but it seems that two of them are not leaving after all.

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These two games were on the list Microsoft shared yesterday, which is why, unless it’s an error and they end up leaving after all, they are no longer on the list of games leaving Xbox Game Pass.

Two games are no longer leaving Xbox Game Pass in December

Here are the two games that seem to be staying:

• Cataclysm
  A real-time strategy survival game where you build defenses, manage resources, and resist waves of creatures in a dark, ruined world. It combines management, tactical combat, and a unique visual style.
• Hollow Knight
  An action-exploration metroidvania set in a vast underground kingdom. It stands out for its precise combat, immersive atmosphere, and a map full of challenges, secrets, and memorable bosses.

These ones are still leaving:

• Mortal Kombat 11
  Intense fighting, extensive modes, and one of the most complete rosters in the series. A brutal title for fans of one-on-one combat.

• Paw Patrol World
  An accessible adventure for younger players, based on the popular kids’ series. Simple missions, minigames, and light exploration.

• Still Wakes the Deep
  Atmospheric horror set on an oil platform in the middle of the sea. A straightforward story focused on tension and survival.

• Wildfrost
  A tactical adventure with deck-building and constant decision-making. It combines turn-based strategy with a unique visual style.

We’ll see if there are any last-minute changes or if this list remains the final one for Xbox Game Pass departures this month.