February 2025 is shaping up to be a tough month for Xbox players, with nine games set to lose online server support. From beloved fighting titles to niche racing gems, the clock is ticking for achievement hunters and fans alike. If you’ve got any of these games sitting in your library, now’s the time to dive back in and squeeze every last drop of fun (and those precious achievements) out of them before they go dark for good.

Let’s break down each title, the server closure dates, and what you need to know to plan ahead.

February’s Wave of Xbox Server Closures: What’s Going Offline?

Here’s the list of games and their server shutdown dates:

• Divine Knockout – February 17, 2025
• Realm Royale Reforged – February 17, 2025
• EA Sports UFC 3 – February 17, 2025
• Hood: Outlaws and Legends – February 18, 2025
• Dark Alliance – February 24, 2025
• The Golf Club – February 28, 2025
• The Golf Club 2 – February 28, 2025
• KartRider: Drift – February 28, 2025
• Disco Dodgeball Remix – February 28, 2025

While this list may seem like just another round of server closures, the details reveal a bit more than meets the eye. Some games will vanish entirely, while others will live on in local modes. Let’s dig into the specifics.

The Breakdown: Game by Game

1. Divine Knockout

• Server Closure Date: February 17, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 19/19

Hi-Rez Studios made headlines last year with layoffs and restructuring. As part of that shift towards Smite 2, Divine Knockout will be losing all of its online functionality. With all 19 achievements tied to online play, you’ll need about eight hours to knock this one out.

2. Realm Royale Reforged

• Server Closure Date: February 17, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 20/20

Another casualty of Hi-Rez’s restructuring, Realm Royale Reforged will bow out on the same day as Divine Knockout. This battle royale won’t be playable at all after the servers go down, so don’t wait too long if you’re aiming for 100%.

3. EA Sports UFC 3

• Server Closure Date: February 17, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 15/32

EA Sports UFC 3 has had a solid five-year run, but EA is finally pulling the plug on online services. Fifteen achievements will be discontinued, and while the game has been delisted, Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play subscribers can still download and play it.

4. Hood: Outlaws and Legends

• Server Closure Date: February 18, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 50/50

This multiplayer PvPvE title will become completely unplayable once its servers shut down. If you’re hoping to complete all 50 achievements, you’re looking at roughly 80 hours of grind time. With Hood already delisted, you’ll need to own a digital copy.

5. Dark Alliance

• Server Closure Date: February 24, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 4/48

Only four achievements will be affected by Dark Alliance’s server closure, but the game will also be delisted on the same day. Tuque Games and Wizards of the Coast are making sure it goes out with a bang (or a quiet fizzle).

6. The Golf Club

• Server Closure Date: February 28, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 6/24

The Golf Club’s servers are set to shut down at the end of February, discontinuing six online achievements. The game has been delisted, so unless you have a physical copy, you’re out of luck.

7. The Golf Club 2

• Server Closure Date: February 28, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 4/26

Like its predecessor, The Golf Club 2 will see online modes shut down. Four achievements will be discontinued, and much like the first game, it has already been removed from the Xbox store.

8. KartRider: Drift

• Server Closure Date: February 28, 2025
• Achievements Affected: 22/28

Nexon’s KartRider: Drift will shut down just six months after Nexon made the announcement. With 22 achievements on the chopping block, now’s the time to hit the racetrack.

9. Disco Dodgeball Remix

• Server Closure Date: February 28, 2025
• Achievements Affected: None

Disco Dodgeball Remix won’t lose any achievements, but online multiplayer will disappear. The game will also be delisted permanently on February 28, 2025.

Why This Matters for Game Preservation

These closures highlight the growing concern around game preservation. Many of these titles are digital-only, meaning once they’re delisted and servers shut down, they’re gone for good. This leaves players questioning why they lose access to games they’ve paid for. It’s a driving force behind emulation and game backups.

If you’re interested in preserving gaming history, companies like Anbernic are making waves with handheld emulators that let players keep the classics alive. While it’s not a perfect solution, it’s one way the gaming community fights back against the tide of disappearing titles.

Act Now and Play On

If any of these games are on your to-do list, don’t wait. Whether it’s chasing achievements or simply enjoying the experience one last time, make the most of the next year before the doors close for good.