The PlayStation 4 (simply called PS4) is Sony’s fourth main gaming console, being the successor of the PS3.
It is quite powerful and has a huge game library including many exclusive AAA titles that are sure to satisfy your craving for an immersive gaming experience.
For those of you who have played this console in the past, I bet you want to know the best PS4 games of all time.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#25. Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
- Release Data: DrinkBox Studios, 2014
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
The success of this game is mostly due to its fantastic controls, excellent world design, and smart use of mechanics.
The bright and colorful visuals echo the feeling of Mexican festivities, which gives a great punch to the already hard-hitting gameplay.
Fans of old school action/adventure games will definitely enjoy this visually loud and entertaining romp.
#24. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Blood and Wine
- Release Data: CD Projekt Red Studio/CD Projekt, 2016
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
Praised for both its length and quality of content, this was an excellent final expansion for The Witcher 3.
This expansion adds a good layer of intrigue to the story, giving players an interesting and compelling murder to solve.
The combat remains masterfully crafted, with new pieces of armor and weapon upgrades to experiment with.
#23. Monster Hunter: World – Iceborne
- Release Data: Capcom, 2019
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
This expansion to Monster Hunter: World adds multiple areas, new weapons, Master Rank armor, and much more.
Over 30 new monsters are available to hunt, with the ability to tame and ride some select creatures available.
The new layered armor system allows for more customization of your hunter look, while also adding new leveling options for existing gear.
#22. Rayman Legends
- Release Data: Ubisoft Montpellier/Ubisoft, 2014
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
An abundance of content and amazing music and graphics make this entry in the Rayman franchise one of the best platforming games ever.
Up to four players can join in on the fun, running through over 120 levels of intense jumping and kicking action.
Extra challenge modes and multiplayer modes provide bonus fun, including a one-on-one soccer mini-game called Kung Foot.
#21. Bloodborne
- Release Data: From Software/SCEI, 2015
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
There’s a solid emphasis on horror in Bloodborne, and it’s one of the best games that From Software has ever made.
Although it’s easier than the Dark Souls franchise, the level of difficulty is still quite high, offering a challenge for even the most seasoned of players.
Also, the addition of firearms adds an interesting change to combat.
#20. Tetris Effect
- Release Data: Enhance Games, 2018
- Genre: Puzzle » Stacking
This puzzle game delivers classic, timeless gameplay in combination with hypnotic and colorful visuals for a truly unforgettable experience.
Players can dive into the lengthy single-player mode, stacking blocks and clearing lines in over 30 unique stages.
PlayStation VR owners can also take advantage of their headsets, as the game is fully playable in virtual reality.
#19. Astro Bot: Rescue Mission
- Release Data: JapanStudio, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » General
PlayStation VR shows its true power with this amazing platformer game, with over 20 levels of challenging and inventive fun.
Controlling Captain Astro, you’ll navigate through 5 different worlds, using your body within virtual reality to interact with the environment.
Each world ends with a larger-than-life boss fight, forcing the player to use VR in imaginative ways.
#18. Overwatch
- Release Data: Blizzard Entertainment, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Tactical
Responsible for introducing the “hero shooter” genre, Overwatch is as unique as it is successful.
Instead of focusing on weapon load outs and kill counts, this game offers a full roster of characters all with their own weapons and abilities.
Whether you’re teleporting and reversing time as Tracer, or rollerblading and blasting sound waves, the combat is incredibly fun.
#17. Shovel Knight
- Release Data: Yacht Club Games, 2015
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
This modern adventure pays homage to the retro games of the 90s, playing like an original Nintendo game.
In addition to the original Shovel of Hope campaign featuring Shovel Knight, the game also contains three additional campaigns with other playable characters.
With four campaigns in one package, this is a great bargain for any fan of retro games.
#16. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Hearts of Stone
- Release Data: CD Projekt Red Studio/CD Projekt, 2015
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
Like the main game, players will control Geralt, hunting viscous creatures with his dual swords.
The focus on characters and interesting dialogue is at an all-time high, matching the excellent combat with equally excellent world building.
Although there aren’t many radical changes, this expansion adds a great deal of quality content for fans of the original game.
#15. Diablo III: Ultimate Evil Edition
- Release Data: Blizzard Entertainment, 2014
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
This entry in the popular Diablo franchise amps everything up, giving players more dungeons than ever before.
The Ultimate Evil Edition compiles the original game and all the extra content, and the pure amount of gameplay makes it a staggering deal.
Also, the constant supply of new weapons gives a consistent feeling of progression, making it incredibly hard to stop playing.
#14. INSIDE
- Release Data: PLAYDEAD, 2016
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
This foreboding and dark game mixes story-driven gameplay with environmental puzzles.
Playing as the boy, you’ll explore a dreary black and white world full of danger.
Your progress is often blocked by obstacles in the environment, forcing you to solve logic puzzles to continue.
#13. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
- Release Data: Kojima Productions/Konami, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The series has always been focused on stealth, but thanks to the open world style, players can approach scenarios in a variety of fashions suited to their preference.
As an end to an era, this game proves that Hideo Kojima is one of the best game creators of all time.
#12. Divinity: Original Sin II – Definitive Edition
- Release Data: Larian Studios Games, 2018
- Genre: Role-Playing » Western-Style
In this title, you can dive into this fantasy world of RPG greatness, taking on quests and killing monsters.
Players can create their own hero, choosing from a wide variety of cosmetic options and character classes.
In addition to the lengthy campaign, a competitive multiplayer mode is available for those who want to test their wits against other players.
#11. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Release Data: CD Projekt Red Studio/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2015
- Genre: Role-Playing » Action RPG
Plainly put, this game will go down as one of the best role-playing games of all time.
The world is a benchmark for single-player RPGs, containing a huge explorable space ripe with engaging narratives.
There are various side activities to distract yourself from the critical path, and it’s easy to get lost in the world of The Witcher 3 for hours.
#10. Shadow of the Colossus
- Release Data: Bluepoint Games/Sony Interactive Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » General
Shadow of the Colossus brings players on a journey full of emotion and challenge.
Playing as “the Wanderer”, you must ride around on your horse and discover giant bosses, locate their weak-points, and slay them with your sword.
Death is always around the corner in this dark and atmospheric adventure, with an ending guaranteed to stick in your mind for years.
#9. Resident Evil 2
- Release Data: Capcom R&D Division 1/Capcom, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
This terrifying horror game is a remake of the 1998 classic PlayStation 1 game, Resident Evil 2, now with modern graphics and improved gameplay.
Players can choose between two characters, Leon and Claire, both with unique story levels, weapons, and play-styles.
Once the game is completed, bonus modes and extra content can be unlocked, providing dozens of hours of replayability.
#8. Undertale
- Release Data: tobyfox, 2017
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
In Undertale, players guide their character through a quirky world of characters, battling enemies or dodging their attacks to spare their life.
The game mixes player choice with bullet-hell style gameplay for an experience that is both relaxing and hectic.
Few games are as unique and memorable as Undertale, and it’s easily one of the best indie games of all time.
#7. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End
- Release Data: Naughty Dog/SCEA, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Linear
The fourth entry in the franchise dials everything up a notch, giving players more space to explore and more impressive graphics, and a fitting conclusion to an epic franchise.
Whether you’re driving through the muddy jungle in a Jeep or playing a quick round of Crash Bandicoot, Uncharted 4 knows how to make the characters and story feel undeniably real.
#6. Persona 5
- Release Data: Atlus, 2017
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
Persona 5 puts the past games to shame, with so much style and glamour it’s nearly dripping off the screen.
The sharp anime visuals compliment the complex and supernatural story, wherein you’ll form real bonds with a variety of characters.
It’s a great place to jump into the series if you’re new, as each Persona title is a self contained story.
#5. God of War
- Release Data: SCE Santa Monica/Sony Interactive Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Linear
This title trades out Greek mythology for Norse mythology, pitting Kratos against various creatures of Nordic lore.
Kratos’ new main axe weapon has lots of cool features, including a boomerang-like mechanic that allows him to pull it back through the air.
Between the giant boss fights, amazing visuals, and masterful storytelling, there’s a lot to love about this instant classic.
#4. Journey
- Release Data: Tricky Pixels/SCEA, 2015
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
Journey earns its high rank on this list not due to an enormous amount of gameplay options or an incredibly rich amount of characters, but rather an inherent feeling of persistent magic throughout the entire experience.
By the time you reach the end of the admittedly short experience, you’ll feel like you’ve witnessed something truly special.
#3. The Last of Us Remastered
- Release Data: Naughty Dog/SCEA, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » General
Like Uncharted, The Last of Us is heralded for its incredible cinematic quality, emotionally impacting story, and strong use of characters and tension.
The gameplay is tense and exciting, often forcing players to use stealth to eliminate enemies.
There’s a fantastic mixture of puzzle solving, gunplay, and tense set pieces that make The Last of Us an unforgettable experience.
#2. Grand Theft Auto V
- Release Data: Rockstar North/Rockstar Games, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Grand Theft Auto V continues the hefty legacy of the series by giving players an unbelievable amount of space, missions, activities, and modes of play.
It has an experience for every kind of gamer, and its endless stream of fantastic content makes it an amazing deal.
It’s definitely one of the best games ever made.
#1. Red Dead Redemption 2
- Release Data: Rockstar Games, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
This prequel to the original Red Dead Redemption puts players back into the world of the Wild West, living as the gun-slinging outlaw Arthur Morgan.
Similar to GTA, players must explore an open world while completing missions and various activities to gain money and experience.
This expansive adventure is incredibly immersive and can be played from both third-person and first-person perspectives.
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