Xbox players are facing a countdown. Four games-Highguard, HUMANITY, WWE 2K24, and Project CARS 3-will lose server support in early 2026. Project CARS 3 goes offline first on February 24, followed by Highguard on March 12. HUMANITY and WWE 2K24 will both shut down their servers on March 31.
What this means for players
With Project CARS 3, the shutdown ends online racing and leaderboards. Since it was delisted in August 2025, only current owners can continue offline play after February 24. Highguard will close completely on March 12, with no word on offline options or future support.
HUMANITY and WWE 2K24 will still be playable after March 31, but their online features will disappear. HUMANITY loses the ability to upload and download user-created stages, cutting off a key part of its community-driven gameplay. WWE 2K24 players will lose online multiplayer, leaderboards, and any cloud-based features linked to the game.
Why the shutdowns?
Server closures typically follow dwindling player counts or licensing hurdles. Project CARS 3 was delisted months before its servers go offline, signaling a planned phase-out. Highguard appears to be shutting down permanently, with no details on preserving content or offline modes. While HUMANITY and WWE 2K24 keep single-player content alive, losing online features will hit fans who depend on multiplayer or custom content hard.
Timeline and alternatives
- Project CARS 3: Servers offline February 24, 2026. Offline play remains for existing owners.
- Highguard: Servers shut down March 12, 2026. Offline support unknown.
- HUMANITY: Online features end March 31, 2026. Single-player stays, but user stage sharing ends.
- WWE 2K24: Online play ends March 31, 2026. Local and single-player modes continue.
Players wanting to save memories or complete online achievements have a narrow window. The clock is ticking fastest for Project CARS 3 and Highguard. Fans of HUMANITY should download favorite user stages before March ends. WWE 2K24 players can still enjoy local matches, but online competition wraps up soon.
The bottom line
- Complete online achievements and download content before shutdowns.
- Offline play continues for most, but core online experiences are ending.