Rock Band 4 To Be Delisted in October 2025 as Licensing Deals Expire

Harmonix has confirmed that Rock Band 4 will officially be delisted from PlayStation and Xbox digital storefronts on October 5, 2025, marking the end of one of the most iconic rhythm games of the past decade. While fans of the franchise will still retain access to their purchased copies and downloadable content, the opportunity for new players to experience Rock Band 4 digitally is about to disappear forever.

Originally released in October 2015 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, Rock Band 4 quickly established itself as a must-play for rhythm game enthusiasts. The game featured a core soundtrack of 65 songs, ranging from rock anthems like Kansas’ “Carry on My Wayward Son” to timeless classics like The Outfield’s “Your Love.” It also introduced unique modes such as Rivals, which encouraged competitive play, and Rockudrama, a narrative-driven feature that presented a documentary-style journey chronicling the rise of a player’s band.

Why Rock Band 4 is Being Delisted

According to Harmonix, the delisting is a direct result of expiring music licenses tied to Rock Band 4’s soundtrack. Songs such as “What’s Up?” by 4 Non Blondes, “I Miss the Misery” by Halestorm, and “Hail to the King” by Avenged Sevenfold are among the tracks impacted by the licensing expiration. Once the licenses expire, Harmonix cannot legally continue to sell the game.

That said, players who already own Rock Band 4 digitally—or those who still plan to purchase it before October 5—will retain full access to both the base game and all DLC. The same applies to previously purchased add-ons, ensuring that longtime fans can continue enjoying the game and its music library without interruption.

A Legacy of Music

Over its decade-long run, Rock Band 4 has built up a library of more than 3,000 songs, featuring contributions from some of the biggest names in rock and pop history. Tracks like “The Kill” by 30 Seconds to Mars, “Take on Me” by a-ha, and “Have You Ever Seen the Rain” by Creedence Clearwater Revival were among the highlights of its DLC expansions.

Unfortunately, Harmonix officially ended new DLC support for Rock Band 4 in 2024. The final set of songs added to the game included “Wherever You Will Go” by The Calling, “Thank You” by Dido, and “Send Me on My Way” by Rusted Root. This gradual wind-down of content releases hinted that the franchise was nearing its end, and now the delisting announcement has cemented its status as a completed chapter in rhythm gaming history.

Options Before the Removal

For fans who still want to experience the game, the Rock Band 4 Rivals Bundle is currently available on both PlayStation and Xbox stores for just $9.99. This package includes the base game along with additional features that expand the gameplay experience.

Looking ahead, rhythm game enthusiasts might also want to pay attention to the return of RedOctane, the original developer behind the legendary Guitar Hero series. The studio is reportedly working on a brand-new music-focused title, which could spark a revival of the rhythm game genre that Rock Band helped popularize.

The End of an Era

While the delisting of Rock Band 4 is bittersweet, it represents the natural conclusion of a franchise that left a lasting mark on gaming culture. From living room jam sessions to intense online rivalries, Rock Band 4 gave players the chance to feel like rock stars and brought people together through music.

For anyone who wants to preserve this piece of gaming history, now is the time to act—because after October 5, Rock Band 4 will no longer be available for purchase digitally.