Glossary · Delisted games
What Does Delisted Mean?
A delisted game is no longer sold digitally — pulled from storefronts, often for good.
Definition
Delisted means removed from digital stores (e.g. PlayStation Store, Xbox, Steam, eShop) so you can't buy a new license the usual way. It's not the same as a temporary sale ending — it's availability gone.
Common reasons
- Licensing expiry — music, brand, or IP rights ended.
- Publisher decision — removal from rotation or catalog cleanup.
- Platform shutdown — store closure for older hardware.
Notable examples
Metal Gear Solid 4 (PS3-era digital availability), Scott Pilgrim (returned and removed again), P.T. (delisted demo), Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 (temporarily delisted during a licensing gap — status can change). Browse Metal Gear for MGS4 context and physical notes.
Impact on physical prices
When digital goes away, physical CIB demand often rises — especially for games that were never cheap on disc. We track delisted rows on franchise pages.