PlayStation Plus Essential: November 2026 lineup, availability, and how to claim

Dead Island 2 | PS4, PS5

Set in HELL-A, Dead Island 2 drops you into a brutal, vibrant city overrun by zombies. It’s a large-scale RPG with visceral melee combat, a wide array of weapons, and quests that unfold across iconic LA locales. You can play solo or join online co-op with up to three players to coordinate strategies and survive together. Note: Dead Island 2 is a large download (approximately 40–50 GB). Ensure you have sufficient free space on your console before downloading.

Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered | PS4, PS5

This remastered collection revisits the Darkness Trilogy, including Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider: Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness. Players can switch between the original polygonal visuals and remastered graphics at any time. It’s a celebration of Lara Croft’s first three adventures, now refreshed for modern hardware. The remaster will be available from November 3 through November 30, 2026.

For fans, this is a chance to experience or re-experience a historically significant chapter in the Lara Croft saga, tied to three classic titles in one bundled package.

Monster Train 2 | PS5

Monster Train 2 is a single‑player deckbuilding roguelite that casts you as a commander directing five new clans aboard trains through Heaven, Hell, and the Abyss. You’ll recruit units, upgrade cards, and craft strategies across three vertical levels to fend off Titans who control the realm. The game is available on PS5 only and is part of the November Essential lineup from November 3 to November 30, 2026.

Important: Games leaving PS Plus in November 2026

Subscribers should be aware of departures later in November. On November 17, 2026, several titles will leave the PS Plus catalog, with Red Dead Redemption II and Grand Theft Auto V among the notable examples. Additionally, Football Manager 26 Console is also slated to leave on that date. October 2026’s lineup also has its own deadline: the October games depart on November 2, 2026, and include F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2. If you want to prioritize titles to play or finish, plan accordingly around these dates.

Practical claim considerations for November 2026

The three Essential titles are advertised as available for the full November 2026 window (Nov 3–Nov 30). The article notes that this window lets you start, finish, or revisit the titles within that period. If you need confirmation about whether titles remain permanently in your library after November, check Sony’s official PS Plus policy, as the article’s wording focuses on the November window itself and does not restate post-window availability in detail.

Storage and download considerations

As a practical matter, large titles can require substantial space. For example, Dead Island 2 is a sizeable download (around 40–50 GB). Before you claim and download, verify that your console has enough free space to accommodate the game and any future updates.

Extra context for Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered

This remastered collection celebrates 30 years of Lara Croft, bringing three classic Tomb Raider adventures together in a single remastered package. The campaign includes opportunities to enjoy either the original polygonal models or updated graphics, depending on your preference.

What to do next: How to claim

To claim the November 2026 Essential games, visit the PlayStation Plus hub on your PS5 or PS4 during the first week of November (the window runs from November 3 to November 30, 2026). Select each title you want to add to your library and choose the option to “Add to library” or “Download.” Once claimed, the titles become part of your library for as long as your PS Plus Essential membership remains active, allowing you to start and return to them anytime during or after the claim window as access policies permit.

FAQ (concise)

Q: Do I need to claim Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered, and Monster Train 2 separately? A: Yes. Each Essential title must be claimed to add it to your library. Q: Will these titles stay in my library after November 30, 2026? A: The article discusses the November window and the ability to start, finish, or revisit during that window; it does not explicitly detail post-window library status within this piece. For definitive policy, consult official PlayStation PS Plus terms. Q: Is Monster Train 2 available on PS4? A: Monster Train 2 is PS5‑exclusive, so it is not playable on PS4. Q: How large are the downloads? A: Dead Island 2 is a large download (roughly 40–50 GB). Plan storage accordingly.

All three November 2026 Essential titles become available on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and remain accessible in the library throughout the month, with the potential for continued access depending on official PS Plus terms beyond the window. October 2026’s departures and the mid-month additions for Extra and Premium are part of the broader PS Plus landscape Sony communicates alongside the monthly Essentials drops.

For ongoing updates about future months and any late-breaking changes, check the PlayStation Blog and PS Plus hub on your console.