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27 Best PS5 Games Right Now, Ranked for Every Kind of Player
The PS5’s in its golden era. The early days of launch shortages and a handful of exclusives are over. Now, the library’s stacked with bangers. From cinematic epics and sweat-dripping shooters to strange little masterpieces that’ll stay stuck in your head for weeks.
We ranked the 27 best PS5 games you can play right now based on how hard they hit, how well they flex the PS5’s power, and how much they stick with you after you’ve put the controller down. No filler, no fluff, just the games worth your time.
Ranking Criteria
Impact – Did it move the genre forward or nail a classic formula?
Replay Value – Will you come back weeks, months, or years later?
PS5 Features – Does it actually use the DualSense, 3D audio, or the SSD in a cool way?
Vibe Check – Does it feel fresh, fun, or unforgettable in 2025?
27. EA Sports FC 26
The FIFA era is over, but football’s still alive under a new name. EA Sports FC 26 keeps the same core gameplay but feels smoother and more polished than recent years. Ultimate Team is still the star for many, though couch co-op remains the real joy. If you’re a football fan, it’s your go-to.
Vibe Check: Competitive weekend grind.
26. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Majima as a pirate sounds like a fever dream, but it works way too well. You’ll swap neon back alleys for sun-drenched beaches, mix naval battles with absurd brawls, and maybe even bond with a parrot sidekick. It’s chaotic, weird, and deeply playable.
Vibe Check: Over-the-top escapism.
25. Gran Turismo 7
GT7 is a love letter to car culture: detailed physics, gorgeous lighting, and a garage worth bragging about. The grind for in-game credits is real, but perfecting a lap feels unmatched. PS5’s ray tracing and 3D audio make it the most immersive GT yet.
Vibe Check: Precision zen.
24. Tekken 8
The king of 3D fighters still reigns. Tekken 8 feels like both a party game and a serious tournament title. Button mash if you must, but the depth here is endless. PS5’s performance mode keeps every hit silky smooth.
Vibe Check: Friday night chaos.
23. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
No magic. No prophecy. Just raw medieval life with all its grit. This sequel refines the first game’s realism with sharper combat and more dynamic NPCs. You’ll feel the weight of every decision, even if it’s just buying a horse.
Vibe Check: History nerd’s dream.
22. Devil May Cry 5
Few games make you feel this stylish while utterly destroying demons. The PS5 upgrade adds insane frame rates and new modes, turning every fight into a performance. If you’re in it for pure spectacle, nothing else comes close.
Vibe Check: Power fantasy in overdrive.
21. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
The remake saga’s middle chapter swings hard with big set pieces, refined combat, and enough emotional beats to keep fans hooked. The filler’s there if you want it, but the main path is pure magic.
Vibe Check: Nostalgia supercharged.
20. Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection
Two of the best adventure games ever, now buttery smooth on PS5. The higher frame rates make the set pieces feel even more cinematic. Whether it’s your first run or a replay, it’s a must for story-driven fans.
Vibe Check: Blockbuster thrill ride.
19. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Still weird. Still charming. The remaster cleans up the visuals without losing that 2006 quirkiness. It’s a nostalgia trip worth taking, especially if you never played it back in the day.
Vibe Check: Retro RPG comfort food.
18. Black Myth: Wukong
A Souls-like dripping in Chinese mythology and style. Boss fights are brutal but beautiful, the world feels dreamlike, and the Monkey King is endlessly fun to control. This one demands patience, but rewards it in spades.
Vibe Check: Mythic challenge.
17. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Kojima’s back with more walking, more weirdness, and much better combat. The “beach” concept is even more integral now, tying story and gameplay together. It’s slow-burn brilliance for those who vibe with it.
Vibe Check: Existential delivery service.
16. Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Edition
From broken launch to redemption arc of the decade. Night City is now dense, alive, and dripping with style. The Phantom Liberty expansion adds one of the best spy-thriller plots in gaming.
Vibe Check: Neon noir immersion.
15. Horizon Forbidden West
One of the prettiest open worlds ever made, now with PS5’s full muscle behind it. Robot dinosaurs never get old, and Aloy’s second journey is even bigger and more varied than the first.
Vibe Check: Explorer’s paradise.
14. Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
A playable Pixar movie with instant world-hopping and buttery smooth combat. It’s pure fun with zero frustration. The kind of game that just makes you happy to game.
Vibe Check: Saturday morning joy.
13. Ghost of Tsushima (Director's Cut)
If you want to feel like a samurai in a painting, this is it. Fluid combat, a haunting score, and one of the most beautiful open worlds in gaming. The Iki Island expansion deepens the story even more.
Vibe Check: Meditative combat.
12. Resident Evil 4 Remake
A perfect balance of honoring a classic while modernizing it. Tight, intense, and packed with memorable set pieces. Easily one of the best remakes ever made.
Vibe Check: Action-horror perfection.
11. Returnal
Part roguelike, part psychological thriller. The looping alien world is gorgeous and terrifying, and the gameplay is laser-sharp. Each run feels like a personal duel with the game itself.
Vibe Check: Cosmic intensity.
10. Helldivers 2
The most chaotic fun you can have with three friends. Accidental airstrikes, last-second escapes, and pure co-op adrenaline. It’s hilarious and tense all at once.
Vibe Check: Squad chaos simulator.
9. Silent Hill 2 Remake
Still the king of psychological horror. Every shadow feels dangerous, every character broken. A slow, suffocating descent into dread that hits harder than jump scares ever could.
Vibe Check: Haunting slow burn.
8. Demon's Souls Remake
The game that birthed the Souls genre, reborn with jaw-dropping visuals and that same punishing satisfaction. Every victory feels like a story worth bragging about.
Vibe Check: Gorgeous brutality.
7. Baldur's Gate 3
Every choice matters, and every outcome feels like your own story. The writing, romances, and turn-based combat make it a modern RPG masterpiece.
Vibe Check: Tabletop epic, but make it digital.
6. The Last of Us Part I
Even if you know the story, the PS5 remake makes it hit all over again. The detail in every expression and environment turns it from a game into a gut punch.
Vibe Check: Emotional apocalypse.
5. Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Swinging feels better than ever, and switching between Peter and Miles keeps things fresh. Venom’s here to make things darker and wilder. It’s superhero gaming at its peak.
Vibe Check: Heroic adrenaline.
4. God of War: Ragnarok
Bigger, richer, and more emotional than the 2018 masterpiece. Kratos’ journey feels mythic in scale but intimate in its relationships. Combat is deep without being overwhelming.
Vibe Check: Mythic blockbuster.
3. Dead Space Remake
Horror perfection. Every corridor feels unsafe, every shadow alive. The PS5’s 3D audio and haptics make the Ishimura more terrifying than ever.
Vibe Check: Survival horror masterclass.
2. Astro Bot
Pure joy distilled into game form. Every level is a creative playground that celebrates PlayStation history while showing off the DualSense’s magic.
Vibe Check: PlayStation love letter.
1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Original, daring, and unlike anything else. Turn-based combat mixed with real-time dodges, a surreal art style, and a haunting story about mortality. It’s the kind of game that sticks with you long after the credits roll.
Vibe Check: Dreamlike masterpiece.
Whether you’re into big-budget epics, strange indies, or competitive chaos, the PS5 has officially arrived as the platform for every kind of player. From heartfelt adventures to ridiculous pirate sidequests, these games prove there’s never been a better time to pick up the DualSense.
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