We already published the list of best PS4 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best PS4 shooter games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the PS4 definitely has a great library of shooter games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the PS4 and shooter 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. Polybius
- Release Data: Llamasoft, 2017
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Rail
Polybius stands out as an excellent trance shooter, skillfully balancing sensory overload to thrill without inducing frustration.
The intentional lack of clarity about on-screen events adds a minor bump in the road, but the strong core gameplay, gradual introduction of intriguing twists, stellar soundtrack, and exceptional PlayStation VR support combine to create a mind-blowing experience in all the right ways.
#24. Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2
- Release Data: PopCap/Electronic Arts, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Third-Person » Tactical
Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 improves upon its evergreen predecessor by expanding the scope of the title with single player content and new classes and modes.
Popcap has responded to the criticisms pointed at the original release well, and while this isn’t a revolution by any stretch, the format has been precisely designed for intense fun.
#23. Destiny 2
- Release Data: Bungie/Activision, 2017
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
Destiny 2 takes the core gameplay of the first game and surrounds it with a more confident, cohesive experience.
This isn’t Destiny reimagined but it is Destiny refined, and while that may not be enough to win over those who were disappointed by the original, it doesn’t change the fact that this is one of the best shooters on PS4.
#22. Resogun: Defenders
- Release Data: Housemarque/SCEA, 2015
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Horizontal
Resogun: Defenders concludes Housemarque’s shooter with their signature excellence.
Protector, arguably the game’s finest mode, encapsulates the original’s enjoyment at a pulsating pace.
Commando, while not as triumphant, adds an imaginative twist to the established formula with personality and panache.
Overall, it remains one of the PS4’s best original games, and the unnerving reality for other developers is that it just elevated itself even further.
#21. Battlefield 4
- Release Data: EA DICE/Electronic Arts, 2013
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
Regardless of platform, Battlefield 4 multiplayer is a blast and definitely the best reason to return to this franchise or dive in for the first time.
Though the campaign makes strides in the right direction, it remains a sideshow to the main event.
Expansive and exciting, challenging and empowering, Battlefield 4 is a thrilling endeavor on the PS4.
#20. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered
- Release Data: Infinity Ward/Activision, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Tactical
This game remains a legend to be revered for its grounded, focused gameplay that will scratch an itch for anyone longing for simpler, purer shooters.
Modern Warfare Remastered celebrates this legacy with updated visuals and sound that really go above and beyond the call of duty, sprucing up an old title for a more modern version.
#19. Sairento VR
- Release Data: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd/Perpetual, 2019
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Light Gun
While Sairento VR lacks the immersive storytelling, it surpasses its peers in terms of gameplay.
Brought to life with striking neon art style and intuitive controls, Sairento VR delivers an exhilarating, finely tuned combat system that continues to surprise with its complexity and depth.
Sairento on PlayStation VR may not be a big-name title, but it deserves to be.
#18. Assault Android Cactus
- Release Data: Witch Beam, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Top-Down
Whether you’re playing solo or with friends, the action is solid, and the different variations to the androids make experimentation fun.
The visuals and audio are top-notch, and that’s made more impressive since this title was developed by three people.
Assault Android Cactus is something that should be experienced by anyone who loves action in an almost pure form.
#17. Resogun
- Release Data: XDEV/SCEA, 2013
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Horizontal
With some deceptively simple changes, the developer took a genre nearly as old as videogaming itself and made a tense, challenging, and excellent shooter.
It may be short, but its addictive cycle of horizontal shooter gameplay, great looks, and catchy music make it worth replaying in endless pursuit of that high score on the leaderboard.
#16. DOOM
- Release Data: id Software/Bethesda Softworks, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
DOOM is an absolutely gory mess that doesn’t hide away from the idea.
At times the story might have something to say but considering that you’re playing as Doom Guy, there’s not much to worry about.
With gorgeous visuals and settings, a myriad of fun, destructive weapons, all with a modern gameplay feel, DOOM is an FPS fans dream.
#15. Resogun: Heroes
- Release Data: Housemarque/SCEA, 2014
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Horizontal
Returning to Resogun may not have seemed necessary, given its existing excellence, but Heroes provides a compelling reason.
The Survival mode stands out as stronger, offering a greater hook, while Demolition ingeniously flips Resogun‘s dynamics.
With new leaderboards and Trophies, Heroes extends the enjoyment on the periphery. Yet, at its core, Resogun remains as fun as ever.
In the end, Heroes serves as a tempting invitation to revisit this captivating gaming experience.
#14. Velocity 2X
- Release Data: FuturLab, 2014
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Top-Down
Velocity 2X embodies everything a game should be. Crafted for dedicated gamers seeking challenge, it demands skill and commitment.
For those nostalgic for classics like Contra and R-Type, this is a haven. However, it’s not a mere throwback or celebration; it sets a new standard for modern gaming done right.
A testament to its quality, Velocity 2X establishes itself as the benchmark indies on PlayStation should aspire to reach.
#13. Destiny: The Taken King
- Release Data: Bungie/Activision, 2015
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
The Taken King brought to life a new section for Destiny, giving players plenty of new lore to enjoy and read up on.
Plenty of new weapons, areas, and bosses were added to the game and the FPS-MMO hybrid just became bigger.
For any Destiny fan, The Taken King gave you everything you could ever want out of a new expansion.
#12. Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions
- Release Data: Lucid Games/Sierra Games, 2014
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Top-Down
Fans of fast-paced action and tricky movement will love this insanely tough sequel.
Across a variety of modes, players reduce enemies to cosmic dust, gaining score multipliers and weapon upgrades.
Also, a standalone cooperative mode is available for both online and local multiplayer, letting your friends jump in the action too.
#11. Apex Legends
- Release Data: Respawn Entertainment/Electronic Arts, 2019
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Tactical
In this fast-paced shooter, squads of three players drop onto a high-tech island, scavenging for gear and weapons as they eliminate other players.
The game is set in the same world as the Titanfall franchise and borrows gameplay features like wall-running, sliding, and gunplay from Titanfall 2 as well.
#10. DOOM Eternal
- Release Data: id Software/Bethesda Softworks, 2020
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
Doom Eternal not only lives up to the excellence of the 2016 Doom but surpasses it, showcasing the remarkable evolution in just four years.
Paying homage to Doom 2 and building upon the reboot’s refreshing take on the genre, Eternal demands attention.
So, whether you’re a recent Doom enthusiast or a longtime player spanning decades, Doom Eternal proves itself as a must-experience game.
#9. Quake Remastered
- Release Data: id Software/Bethesda Softworks, 2021
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
After twenty-five years in obscurity, Quake receives the adoration it deserves through an unparalleled remastered collection.
In short, Night Dive’s work is exceptional, modernizing the game without sacrificing any essence.
Moreover, this special release not only brings back the core experience but includes expansions, new episodes, and customizable features.
Transforming an aging technical milestone into an essential experience, it not only appeals to a new audience but warmly embraces old fans.
#8. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
- Release Data: MachineGames/Bethesda Softworks, 2017
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
Wolfenstein is known as the “grandfather” of first-person shooting gaming, as the series pratically invented the genre in the early 90’s.
In this alternate history, Hitler has won the war, and our hero BJ aims to stop the nazi war machine.
Through a mix of stealth and pure action, players will overtake the horrendous nazis and continue BJ’s path of revenge.
#7. Battlefield 1
- Release Data: EA DICE/EA Games, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Tactical
This entry in the Battlefield series changes things up in the story mode, giving us a unique and interesting experience.
You play through six different self contained stories, each one focusing on a soldier with a different specialty.
And throughout the story, you’ll control tanks, planes, and put your feet on the ground as you repel enemy opposition.
#6. Pistol Whip
- Release Data: Cloudhead Games, 2019
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Light Gun
Pistol Whip deserves recognition alongside Beat Saber, still considered virtual reality’s best and most entertaining ambassador.
Both are rhythm games immersing you in music while navigating through dynamic obstacles.
And while the initial thrills may parallel, Pistol Whip‘s distinctive gunplay sets it apart, offering a mechanically unique experience.
Not only that, the excitement to enhance high scores and conquer tougher difficulties is palpable, even if it leads to the occasional sore neck.
#5. Nex Machina: Death Machine
- Release Data: Housemarque, 2017
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Top-Down
Similar to games like Geometry Wars, Nex Machina delivers colorful and explosive visuals via a flurry of bullets.
You control a ship, simply dodging enemy shots and returning fire.
And like most arcade-like shooters, this game is all about getting the highest score possible.
PS4 players can also compare their scores to PC players, thanks to the cross-platform leaderboards.
#4. Rez Infinite
- Release Data: Enhance Games, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Rail
This game revives the cult hit Rez, which gained popularity when it first released on the Dreamcast and PlayStation 2.
Besides updating the levels and graphics for the PS4, this game also features virtual reality options.
Players will enjoy the hypnotic visual style and accompanying selection of catchy beats, all while tracking wire-frame enemies and blasting them with style.
#3. Titanfall 2
- Release Data: Respawn Entertainment/Electronic Arts, 2016
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
While the original Titanfall game was best known for its multiplayer offerings, this sequel amps up the single-player campaign to incredible levels.
The single-player mode has been praised for its fun and exciting controls, snappy shooting mechanics, and overall execution.
Add in a giant robot mech that you can hop in, and you have one of the most impressive shooters ever.
#2. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
- Release Data: Nicalis, 2014
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Shoot-‘Em-Up » Top-Down
In this highly replayable action game, players guide Isaac through a series of randomly-generated dungeons, defeating enemies and discovering new items.
As you defeat bosses and explore, you’ll find various power-ups that bestow Isaac with awesome abilities, improve his health, and generally make the game easier.
With hundreds of unlockable items, characters, and enemies, this roguelike title is endlessly entertaining.
#1. 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.
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