With the fourth expansion, Endwalker, releasing in November , there's plenty of time to jump into Final Fantasy 14 and get all caught up.
In addition, the free trial also includes Heavensward, FF14's first expansion, allowing for play up to level 60 with no restrictions to game time. Fortnite has had a meteoric rise since its release in , and it's not hard to see why. The free-to-play battle royale PS4 game offers players an energetic and enjoyable online multiplayer experience, and throwing in some building mechanics to set it aside from its competitors.
Fortnite has become somewhat of a pop culture phenomenon, and it's not hard to see why: it's fun, fast-paced and everyone seems to be playing it.
More importantly, it has a concept that almost anyone can get to grips with: just be the last person standing. Constant content updates keep Fortnite feeling fresh four years since its launch so it easily gets a place on the best PS4 games list. The long-awaited PS4 exclusive not only lets you live out your samurai dreams, slicing and dicing bandits and invaders alike, but also lets you fully inhabit the feudal Japanese setting that acts as its stage. It's without a doubt one of the best PS4 games you can play.
What the game lacks in originality overall it makes up for with an impeccable commitment to respectfully rendering this historical era, resulting in a stylish smorgasbord of the best ideas seen in open-world gaming this generation, and a fitting swan-song to the PlayStation 4. The game has also received a Director's Cut, which includes an additional island called Iki for players to work through.
One of the most highly anticipated PlayStation 4 exclusives of , God of War definitely lived up to the hype. Taking Kratos from Greek to Norse mythology, making him a father, and focusing on narrative as well as completely revamping combat has made God of War a welcome refresh for the franchise. In our God of War review, we called the title "the best game in the series" for many reasons, but the stand-out is that this is a game with heart and it's not to be missed if you're interested in the top PS4 games.
We're hoping that the God of War sequel lives up to it. PS4 Pro support? Not only is it the best open-world game on the PlayStation 4 platform, GTA 5 is also the best golf game, the best tennis sim, the undisputed virtual yoga champ, one of the best racers We're used to scale and scope from Grand Theft Auto, but what Trevor, Franklin, and Michael bring us is a staggeringly well-realized city seen from three entirely different perspectives.
Trevor, the maniacal rampage killer; Franklin, the classic rags-to-riches character with street smarts and the ability to pull off a bandana; and Michael, the troubled criminal with a dysfunctional family and a beer gut to show for his life of violence.
If the campaign isn't for you, then there's a free online multiplayer mode — GTA Online —that you can essentially use as your own chaotic virtual playground. However you play GTA V — a multiplayer muck about, a story-driven third-person actioner, a flight sim — it reveals itself to be the best game on both this generation and the last. Though, it looks like it could be a while before we get our hands on GTA 6.
Horizon Zero Dawn is the first-party open-world game that Sony has desperately needed. While Uncharted and The Last of Us have long given PS4 players a fantastic linear experience, Horizon Zero Dawn — developed by Guerrilla Games — gives you the keys to a massive, detail-rich and utterly jaw-dropping open world. Set in an aesthetically prehistoric post-apocalyptic environment inhabited by robot dinosaurs, the game puts players in the shoes of Aloy, who hunts these creatures and scraps them for parts.
It's part Jurassic Park, part 10, B. The Frozen Wilds elevates an already exceptional PS4 game and is well worth the price of entry. But we're not done with Aloy yet. Sony is working on the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West which is also coming to PS4, and we can't wait. The follow-up to Limbo, Playdead's Inside is one of the best modern platformer games on the market. But while Limbo focused on horror, Inside instead deals in sci-fi conspiracy. It's a somewhat Orwellian tale, which sees you playing as a young boy trying to escape from the oppression, tyrannical society in which he lives.
While Inside is one of the shorter games on this list lasting around three or four hours it packs one heck of a punch in that time, delivering brain-bending puzzles, a unique and unsettling atmosphere and brilliant platforming action. All this adds up to make it an unforgettable experience and a must-play PS4 game.
Journey is a masterpiece, blending a stunning score and visuals with subtle storytelling to create a title that is as emotional as it is powerful. You play as a robed figure, gliding its way through a desert to reach a distant mountain. On your adventure, you encounter puzzles, platforming and even other players who are on the same journey - though you can only communicate through musical chimes.
The PS4 version of Journey is technically a remaster of the PS3 version, bringing improved graphics, plus a higher resolution and frame rate. What results is a beautiful and unforgettable PS4 game though some may not enjoy the slower pace. Swinging its way onto our best PS4 games list, Marvel's Spider-Man is likely the best comic book-based video game in the entire PS4 library by a country mile sorry, Batman: Return to Arkham. While Arkham did a great job bringing the brooding caped crusader to life on our home consoles, it failed to provide us any insight about Bruce Wayne's actual life when he takes off the cowl.
This is different, if only because it shows us two sides of the same hero — the affable Peter Parker and the heroic, self-sacrificing Spider-Man — in the same game. Make sure to check out Spider-Man: Miles Morales, too.
They're both worth checking out before Marvel's Spider-Man 2 arrives in Expect spectacular, jaw-dropping set pieces, Hollywood-rivalling voice acting, and sensational HDR implementation throughout if you have a capable display.
If the original was one of the best PS4 games of all time then you can be sure that this release is too. Okay, so Hideo Kojima's last game for Konami — and his last ever Metal Gear game — might be a little tough for the MGS newbie to get to grips with, but it's still one of the best stealth-action games ever crafted. Monster Hunter: World is a true breath of fresh air, easily sliding its way into our list of must-play PS4 games. Giving players the option to play solo or team up with up to three other friends, this game invites you into a living, breathing game world to hunt down some monsters.
For research. And fun. You'll face a learning curve with Monster Hunter: World and the dark-souls style of combat has the potential to frustrate, but this is the most accessible Monster Hunter game we've seen in years. If you've been looking for a chance to break into the series, this is it. In our review, we called the game "a bold and confident new chapter" and gave it a "play it now" recommendation.
Thinking of becoming a Monster Hunter yourself? Make sure you check out our full survival guide. If you want to play a game that will feel different to anything else you've played recently, we heartily recommend NieR: Automata as one of the best PS4 games of all time.
Though it's a sequel to game Nier, you don't have to have played the first game to enjoy this one. Set in a dystopian future, the story of the game revolves around a war between machines created by alien invaders and the remnants of humanity.
Humanity has fled Earth to seek refuge on the Moon, but has sent combat droids down to fight for them. You play as one of these droids, 2B, accompanied by another droid called 9S. Combat in this game is intensely satisfying, the game world is stunning with a huge sense of scale, and the story is strange sometimes to a fault but incredibly entertaining.
You won't be disappointed, trust us. Persona 5 follows Joker, a student who has transferred to a new school in modern-day Tokyo. Over the course of the school year, Joker and some of his fellow students begin to awaken special powers, resulting in those affected forming a vigilante group called the Phantom Thieves of Hearts. The group travels through the Metaverse, forcing adults to have a "change of heart", in an effort to reform the city.
There's so much more to it than that, but we don't want to spoil it for you. It's a stylish JRPG, packed with over hours of content and a story that is sure to keep you gripped - while tugging on your heartstrings at the same time. Persona 5 Royal makes this brilliant game even better, introducing a host of new characters, gameplay features, and diving deeper into the personal lives of the Phantom Thieves.
Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 took by storm, giving us the gun-toting, western open-world we were hoping for. You play as Arthur Morgan, a gunslinger in the notorious Van Der Linde gang as he navigates the trials and tribulations of the changing west.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is certainly a game that will keep you busy. Between story missions, mini-games, activities and side quests, you will find yourself sinking plenty of hours into this title without even noticing it. And with Red Dead Online , you can team up with a posse of friends to play. It's an easy pick for our list of top PS4 games. Capcom's remake of survival horror classic Resident Evil 2 has gone down a storm with fans and newcomers alike, and it's no surprise.
With gorgeous new graphics but the same brain-scratching puzzles and terrifying zombies, Resident Evil 2 is definitely a remake done right - we even voted it as our Game of the Year Want more Resi horror?
It helps that Sackboy: A Big Adventure is a truly wonderful platformer. It manages to avoid the common pitfall that many developers fall into when designing games for younger audiences, where gameplay is woefully oversimplified.
Instead, Sackboy: A Big Adventure provides a perfect balance of pinpoint precision platforming, inventive level design and accessibility. FromSoftware's latest offering is not to be scoffed at. Sekiro is more punishing than any title we've seen from FromSoftware before, but actually achieving those rare moments of success is extremely rewarding. Set against a background that balances brutality and beauty, Sekiro is a must-have title if you have the patience for it and it's a must-play PS4 game for those that love a challenge.
Shadow of the Colossus is a classic PlayStation title, a game that performed graphical marvels when it was released on the PlayStation 2 in Now it's been remastered with 4K and HDR support, and this time around the game world is more beautiful than ever, while keeping the original's emotional weight and gameplay. For those looking for a gaming experience quite unlike any other, Shadow of the Colossus is a must-play. In our full Shadow of the Colossus review, we called it "a journey well worth taking once, and somehow even more worthwhile second time around".
Two modes: cinematic with 4K, HDR and 30 fps or performance with 60 fps. Many games have offered us post-apocalyptic visions of the future, but none have been as brutal, as believable, or as touching as Joel and Ellie's story. It was near-perfect on PS3, but with current-gen's increased performance ceiling Naughty Dog found ways to ramp up the visual fidelity to 'drop the controller and stare' levels making it one of the best PS4 games too. A radical tonal departure from Uncharted's jovial treasure-hunting escapades, The Last Of Us Remastered demonstrates the California studio's ability to strike a darker mood, populating the overgrown ruins of its setting with a cast characterised by murky morals but still getting you to care for them like your own besties.
The Last of Us 2 is a captivating masterpiece. Not only does it improve on its predecessor both narratively and mechanically, but it trumps every PS4 game that has released this generation.
Hitman 3 not only lives up to the lofty expectations set by its predecessors, it exceeds them to create the best sandbox assassin game of Agent 47's career. IO Interactive expanded on the sturdy foundation and executed something truly special.
Each of the massive sandbox levels are loaded with opportunities and a dizzying number of ways to approach each objective. On top of that, the people who inhabit the levels feel far more alive than ever before, making the moment to moment interactions all the more gripping. More than just a grim sandbox of homicidal creativity, Hitman 3's wrapped up its main story arc and lingering plot threads in an elegant fashion, providing a satisfying conclusion to Agent 47's lethal saga.
Metascore: 84 Read our Hitman 3 review. One of the best games of got even better this year, as Disco Elysium: The Final Cut smoothed some lingering rough edges from its design and also added some substantial new content to its frame. Mechanically, it's still the same game that mixes classic RPG mechanics with a murder mystery plot, witty banter, and fine art visuals. Beyond that noir-detective storyline and crafting a character who's a unique failure of a human being in every way possible, The Final Cut enhances its appeal with new political vision quests, full voice-acting from its main cast of characters, performance upgrades, new music, and a dedicated mode just for streamers.
New gameplay features make getting to the bottom of this whodunnit feel more organic. A hard-hitting blend of homicide, hangovers, and internal strife, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut is a memorable adventure that'll stick with you long after the credits have rolled.
Pure bang for your buck value, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition is a gargantuan reminder of just how good developer BioWare is when it's firing on all cylinders. Not just a hefty package that bundled all three games in the sci-fi epic together with tons of downloadable content, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition went the extra step with sweeping visual improvements and quality-of-life enhancements. Some of the content--such as the black and white approach to morality--may not have escaped the gravitational pull of time, but the overall result is a package of excellence that preserves the trilogy and introduces it to a new audience that has yet to experience Commander Shepard's iconic odyssey across the stars.
A sequel to a cult-classic game that was years in the making, Psychonauts 2 was a prime example of how developer Double Fine is one of the best when it comes to crafting heartwarming stories and imaginative worlds. More than just an engaging platformer with its own sense of psychically-enhanced action, Psychonauts 2 is a deep dive into the minds of flawed characters that is breathtaking to behold.
At the same time, Psychonauts 2 approaches these situations with warmth and understanding, ultimately delivering a message about the power of forgiveness and redemption in a story that is riveting from start to finish. A tale of second chances that delivers emotional haymakers in its execution, Psychonauts 2 is an essential experience.
Metascore: 87 Read our Psychonauts 2 review. Video games are always better with company, and developer Hazelight's quirky journey through marital strife is an unforgettable adventure that leaves a lasting impression behind. It Takes Two is more than just one of the biggest surprises of , it's a pitch-perfect platformer that doesn't hold back any of its emotional haymakers and regularly throws new mechanics into the mix, which makes it an incredibly varied and fresh experience throughout.
It Takes Two's themes and set-piece moments will remain with you long after the end credits have rolled on this incredible co-op masterpiece. Whether you're playing it together on the couch with a loved one or online with a friend only one person needs to own it , It Takes Two is one of the most satisfying co-op games ever.
And to be clear, It Takes Two really does take two people; you cannot play it solo. Metascore: 89 Read our It Takes Two review.
Got a news tip or want to contact us directly? Email news gamespot. Best PS5 games Guilty Gear Strive Guilty Gear Strive If you're ever in the mood for tightly-balanced fighting game action that's amplified by anime-inspired visuals and further enhanced by a hard rock soundtrack, then Guilty Gear is usually your first port of call.
Metascore: 87 Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut You couldn't ask for a better console swansong than Ghost of Tsushima on the PS4, and just over a year later, one of the best first-party games ever produced by Sony was ready to unsheathe its blade on the PS5. It Takes Two It Takes Two It Takes Two isn't just a heartbreaking story about relationships and family, it's also one of the best co-op experiences of Deathloop Deathloop With a reputation for excellence, expectations were high for developer Arkane's next project.
Disco Elysium: The Final Cut Disco Elysium: The Final Cut One of the best games of , Disco Elysium's unique mix of role-playing game mechanics and murder mystery storyline wasn't without a few rough edges when it first launched.
Hades Hades One of the greatest roguelikes of all time, Hades is a Greek tragedy wrapped up in immaculate action, constantly challenging environments, and sharp visuals. Nier Replicant Nier Replicant Its full title may resemble a phone number for your nearest pizza joint, but Neir Replicant's remastering of the game is the second chance that the flawed classic deserved.
Persona 5 Strikers Persona 5 Strikers Atlus has seen its stock rise in recent years, thanks in part to its incredible Persona series.
Guilty Gear Strive Guilty Gear Strive Arc System Works has made a name for itself as one of the top-tier developers when it comes to fighting games, and with Guilty Gear Strive arriving earlier this year, it's not hard to see why.
Castlevania Advance Collection Castlevania Advance Collection Castlevania's formula of whip-cracking action is one that works perfectly on almost any platform, but the Game Boy Advance era is arguably the series at its very best. Metascore: 84 Hitman 3 Hitman 3 The World of Assassination Trilogy that began with 's Hitman finally reached its final stop this year. Psychonauts 2 Psychonauts 2 A sequel to a cult-classic game that was years in the making, Psychonauts 2 was a prime example of how developer Double Fine is one of the best when it comes to crafting heartwarming stories and imaginative worlds.
It Takes Two It Takes Two Video games are always better with company, and developer Hazelight's quirky journey through marital strife is an unforgettable adventure that leaves a lasting impression behind. PlayStation 4. PlayStation 5. DMC 5 Special edition is impressive from a technical perspective and offers three different graphics and performance settings that offer different combinations of improvements such as ray-tracing, 4K resolution, or even gameplay at up to fps.
Two new modes are included as well: Turbo and Legendary Dark Knight. Turbo speeds the game up, while Legendary Dark Knight adds more enemies to the fight. Overall, the technical improvements and new content make DMC 5 Special Edition worth playing even if you already beat the original on PS4.
See our Devil May Cry 5 review. Its PS5 version, sold as Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade, majorly upgrades the game's graphics and performance with next-gen power, offering two modes: one that lets you play the game in 4K with a lower frame rate, while the other prioritizes running the game in 60fps with sacrificing some graphical improvements. Notably, Intergrade also includes the Intermission DLC , which features a new story starring the lovable ninja Yuffie, adds new side missions and the Fort Condor minigame, and helps flesh out the wider FF7 universe.
Whether you already own and played FF7 Remake on PS4 in which case you can upgrade your game to the PS5 version for free or are jumping in for the first time, Intergrade is the definitive version of a must-play adventure. The Forgotten City is a reimagined and expanded version of a popular Skyrim mod. It takes place in a Roman city that abides by the Golden Rule; that is, if anyone sins, the gods will punish everyone equally for their discretion.
You essentially play as a detective, conversing with people across the city and solving puzzles while trying to get to the bottom of the central mystery. The Forgotten City has a time loop mechanic, so if the Golden Rule is applied, the loop starts over.
It's a wholly engrossing experience thanks to its clever writing, engaging puzzles, and great atmosphere. See our The Forgotten City review. Ghost of Tsushima was the last major exclusive to release on PS4 and made the most of the hardware since it already looked incredible and ran extremely well. You play as Jin Sakai, a samurai who barely staves off a violent death and sets off on an adventure to thwart the first Mongol invasion of Japan.
Ghost of Tsushima has great, fluid combat and well-integrated stealth mechanics. The open-world quest structure does feel fairly familiar, but all of the other aspects make it worth the occasional repetition.
You can also opt for the Director's Cut, which includes a brand-new story expansion that adds to the overall narrative. See our Ghost of Tsushima review. One of the most stunning PS4 games is even prettier on PS5.
The recently released PS5 update adds a performance mode with 4K resolution that runs at 60fps. God of War elevates the series to new heights thanks to a more cohesive, personal story about fathers and sons and methodical combat that still retains all the style the franchise is known for. See our God of War review. Hitman 3 caps off the World of Assassination trilogy on an all-time high note for the franchise as a whole. The hallmark of the trilogy has been player choice in intricate sandbox-style levels, and that is readily on display in Hitman 3, giving players a dizzying number of ways to tackle objectives as Agent Brilliant level design is complemented by lively characters who draw you into this mesmerizing and often absurd world.
Hitman 3 also places a greater emphasis on its story, which trickles down to the atmosphere to create a campaign that feels more consequential. Every level from the first two games can be imported into Hitman 3 with visual and gameplay enhancements. See our Hitman 3 review. Hades is a roguelike that could make you fall in love with the genre. Supergiant Games' heralded action game arrived on PS5 this summer, bringing one of the best modern indie games to a new audience of players.
In Hades, you play as Zagreus, the god of rebirth. Your goal is to escape from the underworld, but it won't be easy. Played from an isometric perspective, Hades has fast-paced and challenging combat that relies both on nimble fingers and strategic forethought.
Between each run through the enemy-laden rooms, Hades compelling tale filled with interesting gods and goddesses unfolds. With plenty of room for experimentation and a structure that rewards you for sticking with it, Hades is an immensely satisfying action game. See our Hades review. The second cooperative-only game from Hazelight--the studio behind A Way Out--It Takes Two is a much more successful effort because actually controlling the characters doesn't feel like an afterthought.
It's a delightful and experimental platformer set in a fantastical world imagined by a girl during her parents' heartbreaking divorce, and both Mom and Dad are forced to work together as they rekindle their love--via puzzles and jumping challenges, of course. Frequently hilarious and with inventive ideas in nearly every area, It Takes Two is the work of a studio that truly understands its strengths and where its previous games could have been better, and despite director Josef Fares' outspoken, often vulgar statements making him more of a meme than a man, he is also a true creative force.
See our It Takes Two review. Even if you already played the original on PS4, the remastered version is worth running through again. Together, these two games make quite the duo and should be in every PS5 library. The first game in the series released for PSand for Xbox platforms--MLB The Show 21 doesn't massively overhaul the game's engine or gameplay, so those used to its tough-as-nails batting and many pitching options aren't in for a huge surprise.
However, the presentation is where things truly shine in this year's game, especially in Road to the Show mode, with podcasters and former big leaguers offering their insight on your chances as a Shohei Ohtani-style player who both hits and pitches--unless you opt for another position.
The game on the field feels as crisp as ever and being able to play with those on Xbox platforms only expands the community. PS5 players also get access to a park creator for their dream Frankenstein's monster stadiums. If you want to play in a place that looks like it could double as a jungle gym, go right ahead. It comes with both Kombat packs, adding 12 DLC fighters to an already expansive roster, and the Aftermath expansion, which features new story content.
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