🎮Best PS5 Games Ranked

God of War Ragnarök▲ Rising

Santa Monica's sequel lands Kratos and Atreus in the Norse endgame with massive set pieces and emotional payoffs. Its 2022 launch defined what a PS5 narrative blockbuster could be. The game earns the top spot for unmatched spectacle and father-son closure.

Release Year: 2022Metacritic: 9.4/10Avg Playtime: 30 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Gran Turismo 7▲ Rising

Polyphony Digital brings the series back to its roots with a massive car roster and detailed physics. The 2022 update added PSVR2 support. It ranks for simulation depth and visual fidelity.

Release Year: 2022Metacritic: 8.7/10Avg Playtime: 50 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Marvel's Spider-Man 2▲ Rising

Insomniac delivers the ultimate swinging fantasy with dual protagonists and a city that finally feels alive at 60 fps. The symbiote arc peaks in a memorable mid-game twist. It tops many lists for pure moment-to-moment fun and web-slinging freedom.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 9/10Avg Playtime: 20 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Elden Ring▲ Rising

FromSoftware's open-world masterpiece lets players carve their own path through a hauntingly beautiful Lands Between. Shadow of the Erdtree later expanded it further. It ranks high for unmatched exploration freedom and boss design.

Release Year: 2022Metacritic: 9.6/10Avg Playtime: 60 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: —

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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart▲ Rising

Insomniac's tech demo turned love letter to platformers uses SSD loading for seamless dimension-hopping. Every planet feels like a new playground. It earns its place for pure joy and graphical showcase.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.8/10Avg Playtime: 15 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Horizon Forbidden West▲ Rising

Guerrilla expands Aloy's journey with new machines, underwater sections, and a vibrant post-apocalyptic map. The 2022 release pushed PS5 visuals hard. It lands here for its scale and craft systems.

Release Year: 2022Metacritic: 8.8/10Avg Playtime: 35 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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The Last of Us Part I▲ Rising

Naughty Dog's remake brings Joel and Ellie's journey to PS5 with upgraded visuals and accessibility. The 2022 release refreshed the classic. It earns its spot for narrative power.

Release Year: 2022Metacritic: 8.9/10Avg Playtime: 15 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Final Fantasy XVI▲ Rising

Square Enix shifts the series to a darker medieval tale with real-time action combat. Clive's revenge arc builds to spectacular Eikon battles. It earns placement for mature storytelling and set-piece scale.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 8.7/10Avg Playtime: 40 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Returnal▲ Rising

Housemarque's roguelike shooter loops Selene through alien ruins in a gripping sci-fi mystery. The 2021 release proved PS5's audio and haptics power. It stands out for intense runs and atmosphere.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.6/10Avg Playtime: 25 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Assassin's Creed Valhalla▲ Rising

Ubisoft's Viking epic brings massive raids and settlement building to PS5. The 2020 release offered hundreds of hours. It ranks for scope and raids.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8/10Avg Playtime: 80 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Demon's Souls

Bluepoint's remake reintroduces the punishing but rewarding souls formula with next-gen visuals. Its 2020 launch showed what PS5 could do with atmosphere. The game secures its spot for atmosphere and boss variety.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 9.2/10Avg Playtime: 40 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Hogwarts Legacy

Avalanche lets players live the wizard fantasy with open-world exploration and spell-casting freedom. The 2023 game captured massive attention. It ranks for immersion and discovery.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 8.4/10Avg Playtime: 45 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor▲ Rising

Respawn expands Cal Kestis's journey with larger worlds and improved lightsaber combat. The 2023 release refined the formula. It earns placement for exploration and story.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 8.3/10Avg Playtime: 25 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Alan Wake 2

Remedy blends horror and narrative in a meta thriller with dual protagonists. The 2023 release pushed lighting and atmosphere. It stands out for inventive storytelling.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 8.9/10Avg Playtime: 20 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Control Ultimate Edition▲ Rising

Remedy's supernatural action game got a next-gen upgrade with ray tracing. The 2021 PS5 version enhanced the Federal Bureau of Control. It ranks for atmosphere and powers.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8.5/10Avg Playtime: 18 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Baldur's Gate 3

Larian brings deep D&D roleplaying to consoles with reactive storytelling. The 2023 PS5 version proved turn-based games can succeed. It ranks for freedom and reactivity.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 9.3/10Avg Playtime: 80 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: —

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Sackboy: A Big Adventure

Sumo Digital brings 3D platforming fun with co-op and creative levels. The 2020 PS5 launch title charmed families. It ranks for accessibility and charm.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8/10Avg Playtime: 12 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut▼ Falling

Sucker Punch's samurai epic got a PS5 upgrade with new modes and Iki Island. The 2021 release became a visual benchmark. It ranks for world beauty and combat.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.7/10Avg Playtime: 35 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Black Myth: Wukong▼ Falling

Game Science's action RPG delivers stunning boss fights inspired by Journey to the West. The 2024 release became a technical showcase. It rises for combat spectacle and world design.

Release Year: 2024Metacritic: 8.1/10Avg Playtime: 30 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Astro's Playroom

Team Asobi's pack-in game showcases every PS5 feature with joyful platforming. The 2020 release introduced DualSense perfectly. It earns its spot for pure delight and tech demo value.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8.3/10Avg Playtime: 6 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Resident Evil Village

Capcom's horror sequel brought Ethan to a snowy village with intense set pieces. The 2021 PS5 version added third-person mode later. It ranks for tension and variety.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.4/10Avg Playtime: 12 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Cyberpunk 2077▼ Falling

CD Projekt Red finally delivered on the PS5 version with 2.0 and Phantom Liberty. The 2023 update transformed the open world. It earns its spot for redemption arc and depth.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8.6/10Avg Playtime: 60 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Death Stranding Director's Cut▼ Falling

Kojima's walking simulator received a PS5 upgrade with new tools and modes. The 2021 version improved traversal. It earns placement for unique vision.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.3/10Avg Playtime: 40 hrsMultiplayer: ✓PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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Kena: Bridge of Spirits▼ Falling

Ember Lab's debut blends action adventure with spirit guiding in a beautiful world. The 2021 release impressed with polish. It earns its spot for charm and combat.

Release Year: 2021Metacritic: 8.2/10Avg Playtime: 15 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Forspoken▼ Falling

Luminous Productions' open-world action game lets Frey run and cast spells across a vast land. The 2023 release had mixed reception but strong traversal. It ranks for movement freedom.

Release Year: 2023Metacritic: 6.8/10Avg Playtime: 25 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: —

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Miles Morales▼ Falling

Insomniac's standalone Miles adventure added new powers and a winter New York. The 2020 launch title was a technical showpiece. It earns placement for heartfelt story.

Release Year: 2020Metacritic: 8.5/10Avg Playtime: 12 hrsMultiplayer: —PS5 Exclusive: ✓

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