PS Plus November 2026 Free Games: What to Claim and When
Sony has revealed the November 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Essential members, with three free titles available to claim from November 3 through November 30. This month’s trio includes Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered, and Monster Train 2. If you haven’t claimed October’s freebies yet, act quickly to secure F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 before their deadline on November 2.
Important timing reminder: October’s PS Plus monthly games must be claimed before November 2. The November 3–30 claim window applies to Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered, and Monster Train 2. If you’re reading this in late October, prioritize October’s titles now, then prepare to claim November’s lineup starting November 3.
Across the three November games, subscribers can claim a combined retail value of approximately $96.97. Specifically, Dead Island 2 is valued at about $41.99, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered at around $29.99, and Monster Train 2 at $24.99. That adds up to more than $95 in potential savings this month.
Additionally, there’s a meaningful contextual connection for Tomb Raider fans: Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered was offered earlier in 2026, so November’s Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered helps complete what many collectors started earlier in the year.
Metacritic scores provide a quick quality gauge for readers: Dead Island 2 sits around 73 on PS review aggregation, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered sits around 65, and Monster Train 2 has no PS-specific Metacritic rating published at launch, with PC scores around 87 indicating strong general reception. Use these as rough indicators of value, not gospel, and weigh them against your own taste and time availability.
The November 2026 monthly lineup
The three free titles available to claim from November 3 through November 30 are: Dead Island 2 (PS5, PS4), Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (PS5, PS4), and Monster Train 2 (PS5). For Monster Train 2, the official PlayStation listing shows it for PS5; some third-party sources have listed PS4 in certain regions. If you own a PS4 and want to be certain, verify the platform on the official PS Blog listing before claiming.
Dead Island 2 is a first-person zombie-action RPG that invites players to explore a post-outbreak Los Angeles with substantial loot, combat depth, and cooperative play options. Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered bundles three classic Lara Croft adventures—The Last Revelation, Chronicles, and The Angel of Darkness—reproduced with updated graphics, with the option to switch back to the original polygonal visuals if you prefer. Monster Train 2 shifts into a deckbuilding roguelike, pitting you against Titans as you guide rival clans aboard trains through multi-tiered battlegrounds, expanding on the original title with new clans, mechanics, and a fresh soundtrack.
Removals this month: what leaves and why it matters
November’s cycle includes a notable removals roster: Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto V are exiting the catalog, with GTA V making space for the next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series. Football Manager 26 Console is departing as its contract ends, ahead of a likely new edition. The Talos Principle 2 stands out as a highly acclaimed title to try before it leaves, and a number of smaller games—Cricket 24, Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom, Hotshot Racing, Rock of Ages 3: Make & Break, Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair, Rapala Fishing: Pro Series, and Yet Another Zombie Defense HD—also exit the service.
With removals like GTA V leaving to make room for its sequel, and RDR2 appearing on and off over time, readers should prioritize the standout titles and consider whether they’ve already explored a given franchise on PS Plus. The Talos Principle 2 is highlighted here as a recommended pick to play before it goes away, given strong critical reception and its standalone appeal.
Practical guidance: how to prioritize this month
Two clear action windows govern this month: first, claim October’s games (F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2) before November 2; then, starting November 3, claim November’s lineup (Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered, Monster Train 2) through November 30. For readers pressed for time, here are two focused recommendations: first, make The Talos Principle 2 your top priority before it leaves, due to its high critical regard and clear departure timeline; second, if you’re a Tomb Raider completionist who claimed 1-3 Remastered earlier in the year, November’s 4-6 Remastered neatly completes the original six-game arc.
Gaining clarity on what to play before it disappears helps you maximize value from PS Plus, rather than simply collecting games you’ll never finish. If you’re in the mood for something different, Dead Island 2 offers a substantial single-player and co-op experience, while Monster Train 2 expands the roguelike deckbuilding space with new clans and train-defense mechanics.
How to claim the November 2026 games
Claiming opens on November 3 and runs through November 30. To prepare, verify your library and ensure you’re signed into your PSN account. Navigate to PlayStation Plus within the PSN menu, select the current month’s freebies, and add Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered, and Monster Train 2 to your library with a single selection each. If you’re using a PS4, you’ll generally be able to play the games via backward compatibility on PS5 where applicable; Monster Train 2’s platform specifics should be checked against the official listing on the PlayStation Blog to avoid any confusion.
Frequently asked questions
Q: When can I claim November 2026 games? A: From November 3 through November 30. Q: Do I need to claim October 2026 games before November 2? A: Yes. Q: Is Monster Train 2 PS4-compatible? A: The official PS listing shows PS5; some sources list PS4 in certain regions. Verify on the PlayStation Blog for the exact platform. Q: Are there other removals I should know about? A: Yes—12 titles exit PS Plus in November. See the removals section for the full list and context.