We already published the list of best PS4 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best PS4 open world games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the PS4 definitely has a great library of open world games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the PS4 and open world games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#25. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Silver Lining
- Release Data: Insomniac Games/Sony Interactive Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Silver Lining wraps up a story and plants seeds for a possible sequel.
These are important points since this episode doesn’t introduce new mechanics beyond giving you some meaningful content if you’ve already finished the main campaign.
In the end, it’s good enough to keep you entertained if you need more web-crawling action.
#24. Marvel’s Spider-Man: The Heist
- Release Data: Insomniac Games/Sony Interactive Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Spider-Man’s first episode is fantastic in almost all the same ways that the main game is.
It has a great script with well-realized characters and a combat and traversal gameplay loop that is almost endlessly satisfying.
And despite some relatively minor shortcomings, Spider-Man: The Heist steals the show.
#23. LEGO City Undercover
- Release Data: TT Games/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Free from the restrictions of franchises, LEGO City Undercover has flourished into a really enjoyable and very funny game.
The open world is fun to play with and the addition of a co-op mode adds a whole new dynamic to this game.
LEGO City Undercover manages to succeed in the rarest of things and has successfully created an enjoyable open world.
#22. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight
- Release Data: Bombservice/Active Gaming Media, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Momodora hits the beats of a standard Metroidvania game perfectly, and while it doesn’t add anything groundbreaking, it gives the player a great combat system to work with.
Overall, Momodora provides fast platforming and combat, a beautifully realized and interconnected open world, and plenty of challenge, although often this challenge becomes frustration.
#21. Assassin’s Creed Syndicate
- Release Data: Ubisoft Quebec/Ubisoft, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Assassin’s Creed Syndicate is a triumphant return to form for the franchise, and presents a beautifully structured tale with heart and soul to spare.
Ziplining through London is thrilling, and the game allows you to organically discover missions and leaves you open-ended solutions that allow you to create a meaningful, personal experience within its world.
#20. Just Cause 3
- Release Data: Avalanche Studios/Square Enix, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Just Cause 3 doesn’t have the depth or richness of the other big open-world blockbusters, but it has a fantastic set of toys, some great destructible environments and a physics engine designed for maximum carnage.
More importantly, it seems hell-bent on making sure you have a blast while everything explodes.
#19. Yakuza Kiwami
- Release Data: Ryu ga Gotoku Studios/Sega, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Kiwami does a great job as both a remake of the original Yakuza game and as a sequel to Zero.
And despite that combat remains more of a bump in the road than a rewarding pursuit, it’s a no-brainer for existing fans of the series, and shouldn’t be overlooked by newcomers.
#18. Gravity Rush Remastered
- Release Data: Bluepoint Games/SCE Australia, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Gravity Rush Remastered is a very solid action-adventure game whose charm really comes from movement.
It may take some getting used to before it becomes effortless, but taming your personal gravity field is one of the better experiences in a video game.
And with tons to do and additional content, it is a fantastic addition to any gamer’s PS4 library.
#17. inFamous: Second Son
- Release Data: Sucker Punch/SCEA, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Bursting with attitude, this out-of-control excursion effortlessly nails the sensation of possessing superpowers.
It may put its plot forward a little too forcefully at first, but persevere and you’ll be richly rewarded with an appetizing roster of outlandish abilities.
While it does little to push the open world genre forward, this is still a series that’s very much worth playing.
#16. Watch Dogs
- Release Data: Ubisoft Montreal/Ubisoft, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Watch Dogs is a game largely made up of mediocre bits and pieces, but is elevated far beyond the sum of its parts by its brilliantly dynamic sandbox and often gripping mission design.
It is not perfect and has its flaws, but it’s those unpredictable moments of vigilante justice that will keep you connected to this open world.
#15. Middle-earth: Shadow of War
- Release Data: Monolith Productions/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Middle-earth: Shadow of War is great for veterans and tough for newcomers, but a joy to play for everyone once you get a hang of the mechanics.
It gets tedious at times, and sometimes there are missed opportunities, but the Nemesis System that was a beacon of success in the first game has come back bigger and better than ever.
#14. Assassin’s Creed Origins
- Release Data: Ubisoft Montreal/Ubisoft, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The story is enjoyable but the main attraction is of course Egypt itself which is simply stunning.
While the gameplay and story may not excel as much as it could, the same cannot be said for the visual design.
Simply put, Assassin’s Creed Origins looks incredible and boasts some of the best world-building seen in a game.
#13. Iconoclasts
- Release Data: Konjak/Bifrost Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Iconoclasts is an action-packed and gorgeous game that offers some great puzzles and exciting boss fights.
And it may be a callback to the style and mechanics of old-school games, but it’s also a sincere and compelling adventure that anyone with respect for fantastic storytelling and 2D-action can enjoy.
#12. Watch Dogs 2
- Release Data: Ubisoft Montreal/Ubisoft, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The open world is a step up from the first game’s dreary rendition of Chicago, and even though it can’t compete with the big players, it’s hard to walk away from its fun-loving attitude and exuberant cast.
It’s not quite a masterpiece, but it’s certainly a fun-packed and exciting ride, which benefits from a vibrant open world to enjoy.
#11. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
- Release Data: Ubisoft, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is a superb open world RPG.
It can be a little rough around the edges, but the gameplay freedom is better than the previous iteration.
With a gameplay loop that simply never stops giving, this recreation of ancient Greece is an amazing achievement, and in some ways, a genuine step forward for open world game design.
#10. Yakuza 6: The Song of Life
- Release Data: Ryu ga Gotoku Studios/Sega, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Yakuza 6: The Song of Life tells a truly gripping tale–a story that blows most games out of the water.
Combine that with a refined combat system and a new engine capable of making the game’s world feel more alive than ever, and you’ve got a stellar Yakuza title.
#9. Yakuza Kiwami 2
- Release Data: Ryu ga Gotoku Studios/Sega, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Overall, Yakuza Kiwami 2 is one of the best entries in the franchise.
It’s the technically most advanced and includes many improvements that significantly enhance the experience while also telling a gripping and satisfying story.
Simply put, Yakuza Kiwami 2 does a fabulous job recreating the original sequel, making it one of the best remakes available on the market.
#8. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag
- Release Data: Ubisoft, 2013
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Black Flag presents a world full of adventure and opportunity, where the treasures you found can be used to turn the tide in a massive naval battle against Spanish warships.
And with a vast open world and a story that keeps you invested throughout the whole thing, there’s an incredible scope to what you can do in Black Flag.
#7. Yakuza 0
- Release Data: Ryu ga Gotoku Studios/Sega, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
This prequel follows the lives of some of the main characters in the Yakuza franchise and brought some insight into their comings and goings that we never got to know previously.
The gameplay is still that classic brawler action, but that’s exactly what you should come to expect from Yakuza, and that’s what makes Yakuza 0 a solid title.
#6. Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
- Release Data: Monolith Productions/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Fans of The Lord of the Rings will love this game thanks to its excellent representation of the source material.
Utilizing the “nemesis system”, players will form rivalries with enemy orcs who will remember your previous battles and make comments on them.
Also, combat is fast and tight, and exploring the vast realm of Mordor is fun due to familiar controls.
#5. Batman: Arkham Knight
- Release Data: Rocksteady Studios/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Not only you will take down iconic Batman villains, you can also explore the streets of Gotham in the Batmobile, solve a serial murder, and more.
The combat remains reflex-intensive, with Batman’s punches and kicks having a real weight to them.
Last but not least, the mystery surrounding the masked villain is surely the main driving force for this game.
#4. Marvel’s Spider-Man
- Release Data: Insomniac Games/Sony Interactive Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
Superhero action has never felt this fast and hard-hitting, as this title lets players beat up bad guys while swinging through skyscrapers with ease.
In the game, players must explore the open map of New York City, completing missions, finding collectibles, and saving civilians.
Fans of both open-world action-adventure games and Marvel superheroes will love this epic adventure.
#3. 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.
#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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