We already published the list of best PS4 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best PS4 survival/horror games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the PS4 definitely has a great library of survival/horror games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the PS4 and survival/horror 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. Layers of Fear 2
- Release Data: Bloober Team/Gun Media, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
This game finds a perfect balance between jump scares, chasing and stealth segments, puzzles, and following the narrative so that everything feels exciting, suspenseful, and thrilling.
And although the overall narrative a little hard to follow at times, the action and gameplay you experience throughout your six to ten-hour playthrough will keep you engaged.
#24. Resident Evil 0: HD Remaster
- Release Data: Capcom, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Resident Evil Zero not only feels fresh years after its original release, but it also showcases a superb remastering effort.
If you’ve never played this game before, then there’s never been a better opportunity.
And for those who have survived the nightmare before, the new modes and graphical upgrades mean that there’s plenty of reason to climb aboard.
#23. The Dark Pictures – Man of Medan
- Release Data: Supermassive Games/Bandai Namco Games, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Man of Medan lacks the charm of Until Dawn, but still offers an unnerving horror adventure with consequences that felt directly linked to your actions.
If you can get through its slow beginning twice, playing through with a co-op partner is a blast as you both properly explore its many branching storylines.
#22. Zombi
- Release Data: Straight Right/Ubisoft, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Zombi has transitioned to the PS4 rather well: the fear-inducing aspects of the second screen are re-created well enough to achieve similar scares, the loading times are greatly improved, and it’s still a unique survival title that never compromises its horror for action.
#21. Neverending Nightmares
- Release Data: Infinitap Games/Active Gaming Media, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
With Neverending Nightmares, the developer does a stellar job of simulating the more common elements of nightmares, but shows enough self-control to prevent the experience from being absolutely mind-numbing.
And even though the subject matter might be disturbing to some, this short, effective experience makes for one of the more memorable horror games on the PS4.
#20. The Blackout Club
- Release Data: Question, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
With never ending levels and missions to complete, and the interesting Stalker mode, the replayability is really high.
And if you have a small group of friends to play it with, it makes things that much better.
Overall, The Blackout Club offers a genuinely scary experience that is not only intense, but equally fun.
#19. Resident Evil: Revelations 2 – Episode 1: Penal Colony
- Release Data: Capcom, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
While the graphics in Penal Colony are pretty disappointing, the atmosphere, pacing, and amount of content are easily worth the price of admission.
And don’t forget that you’ll want to grab a friend to play with in order to enjoy this game to its fullest potential.
#18. The Long Dark
- Release Data: Hinterland, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The Long Dark is very harsh, realistic game that is unforgiving and relentless.
It is perfect for those who love a challenge and those who wish to see how long they could last given this situation.
Simply put, it’s like a fun, self-test on your own survival skills.
#17. Dying Light
- Release Data: Techland/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Beginning as a desperate survival-horror experience, Dying Light gradually and gratifyingly evolves into a fast, hyper-violent celebration of vertical freedom and zombie destruction.
Its main story is unspectacular, but the memorable side quests and sheer fun of exploring its world do a fantastic job of offsetting that, making Dying Light one of the most engrossing open-world survival games.
#16. Resident Evil: Revelations 2
- Release Data: Capcom, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Resident Evil: Revelations 2 strikes an almost perfect balance between combat, puzzles, and outright craziness.
This isn’t an especially ambitious release, but it’s brilliantly executed and brimming with content.
Some areas may drag and the fanservice may only appeal to long-time fans—but almost everyone should get a kick out of the explosive action, whether you’re playing solo or with a friend.
#15. The Evil Within
- Release Data: Tango Gameworks/Bethesda Softworks, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The Evil Within is a brutal, challenging, and remarkably fun game.
Its eerie world and imaginative enemies are genuinely frightening, and the scares are heightened significantly by the scarcity of resources at your disposal.
It keeps the odds stacked against you to the point that they often feel insurmountable, yet it’s finely tuned to ensure that they never really are.
#14. The Evil Within 2
- Release Data: Tango Gameworks/Bethesda Softworks, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
With a lengthy campaign, the sequel does an admirable job of ratcheting up the tension and scares when it needs to, while also giving you the freedom to explore.
It’s a tough thing to balance, but The Evil Within 2 does it remarkably well, and in a way that leaves a strong and lasting impression after its touching conclusion.
#13. Outlast
- Release Data: Red Barrels, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
You’ll need a strong stomach to get through the campaign, but if you can cope with jump scares and graphic content, then this is an exhilarating experience from bloody beginning to chilling conclusion.
With fantastic audio work and a clever camera mechanic, this horror game really will make you afraid of the dark.
#12. Darkwood
- Release Data: Acid Wizard Studio/Crunching Koalas, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Darkwood‘s story is twisted and full of weird characters and unnerving moments.
The ultra-tough gameplay is likely to turn quite a few people off and it can be tedious, but those that stick with Darkwood will be rewarded with a memorable survival-horror game that will linger with them long after they’ve conquered its nightmares.
#11. The Flame in the Flood: Complete Edition
- Release Data: The Molasses Flood/Curve Digital, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The Flame in the Flood is a superb rogue-like survival game with a deep crafting system, charmingly beautiful presentation, and challenging gameplay that entices you back time and time again to try and best your previous run.
If you’re a survival fan and you’re looking for games at the moment, you might want to jump right into this one.
#10. Catherine: Full Body
- Release Data: Atlus, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Catherine is a timeless classic, and Full Body does a great job of adding meaningful new content and plenty of small tweaks that breathe fresh life into it.
At the end of the day, it’s the perfect entry point for those who missed the original game.
#9. The Evil Within: The Assignment
- Release Data: Tango Gameworks/Bethesda Softworks, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Its gripping combination of stealth and puzzles, fused with some truly creepy environments, ensures players are in for quite the spook fest and a nice change of pace in comparison to the main campaign.
And despite a few niggles here and there, The Assignment is a worthy addition to The Evil Within’s nightmarish world.
#8. Yomawari: Midnight Shadows
- Release Data: Nippon Ichi Software, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Yomawari: Midnight Shadows may look cute, but the dark narrative and focus on sound really keeps you on edge.
And telling a horror story with so few words takes a mastery of the genre that very few possess.
Ultimately, it’s a great title for anyone looking to switch out distressing levels of horror to that prickly feeling that you’re not alone.
#7. Alien: Isolation
- Release Data: Creative Assembly/Sega, 2014
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
While perhaps a bit lengthy and frustrating in some spots, Alien: Isolation is perhaps the most faithful to the long-standing franchise.
Often inducing terror, and always leaving you unsettled, the dynamic Alien and pure horror roots make it one of the most punishing but satisfying games to conquer on the PS4.
#6. Dying Light: The Following
- Release Data: Techland/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
If you like Dying Light, you’re going to like this game, too.
It has everything you already love, gives you more of it and then throws in some vehicles as well to spice things up.
With an expansive map, a multitude of zombies to kill and a compelling plot, The Following is a terrific complement to your Dying Light collection.
#5. SOMA
- Release Data: Frictional Games, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
With intelligent story telling and beautiful imagery, SOMA pushes the boundaries of traditional survival horror in new, psychologically thrilling ways.
The plot is compelling, the presentation is generally very good, and the conclusion is outstanding.
In the end, any fans of this niche genre are urged to give this thought-provoking game a shot.
#4. Resident Evil HD Remaster
- Release Data: Capcom, 2015
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Resident Evil relies on atmosphere, tough limitations, and danger creeping around all corners, and this port recaptures the formula of a classic, relentless survival-horror game.
It’s perfect for anyone who likes a little less action, more slow-paced exploration, and that feeling of not wanting to explore for fear of what you might find.
#3. Resident Evil 4
- Release Data: Capcom, 2016
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
This is the Resident Evil game that popularized the over-the-shoulder perspective used in most modern action-adventure games.
And like other games in the series, Resident Evil 4 tasks players with surviving against terrifying enemies as they solve various environmental puzzles and progress through the story.
This updated version also contains some cool bonuses, including mini-games, new story content, and more.
#2. Resident Evil 7: biohazard
- Release Data: Capcom, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Unlike other games in the franchise, this entry plays from a first-person perspective.
Players investigate a creepy house and the surrounding property, completing environmental puzzles and trying to survive.
It’s one of the most violent games and also one of the scariest.
And despite the visual overhaul, it also hearkens back to the old-school era of the series.
#1. 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.
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