Subscribers to PC Game Pass will see a reduction in the service's library at the end of this month. Paradox Interactive's grand strategy title Crusader Kings III is among the eight games confirmed to be leaving the platform in July 2026.
Quick Facts
- Game: Crusader Kings III
- Status: Leaving PC Game Pass
- Departure Date: End of July 2026
- Other notable departures: Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, Rain World, and Celeste
Impact on the PC Game Pass Library
The removal of Crusader Kings III represents a significant change for the service, as it is one of the more prominent strategy titles currently available to subscribers. The game, which holds an 86 Metacritic score, has been a staple for strategy fans on the platform since its release.
Joining the grand strategy title on the list of departing games are several other notable PC titles. Players should prepare for the exit of Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, the platformer Celeste, and the survival title Rain World. Additionally, Whiskerwood and Back to the Dawn are slated for removal as part of this latest update to the Game Pass catalog.
What This Means for Players
With the departure date set for the end of July, players currently utilizing the PC Game Pass version of Crusader Kings III have a limited window to finish ongoing campaigns or transition their save files to a retail copy of the game. Once these titles are removed from the service, they will no longer be accessible through the subscription.