Top 5 PS5 Games You Should Have

The PlayStation 5 leads the market with over 60 million units sold. The PS5 Slim variant gives the console a new look, and the streaming PlayStation Portal serves as a portable peripheral.

In the early days of the PlayStation 5, we frequently saw cross-generation games that were also available on the PlayStation 4. True early exclusives, such as Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, were the rarities. That has changed recently, with the release of Astro Bot and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, as well as the Burning Shores expansion for the cross-gen Horizon Forbidden West.

There is also plenty of third-party help available. Diablo 4, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Street Fighter 6, and the first two installments of the new Final Fantasy VII trilogy have all earned well-deserved slots on our list. Baldur’s Gate 3, our 2023 Game of the Year, also runs well on PS5. 

Though the remainder of 2024 appears to be low on first-party releases from Sony, there are still lots of new games to play from third-party developers, with many more on their way.

We picked up the top games on other PS5 platform:

1. Alan Wake 2

The long-anticipated sequel to the psychological thriller Alan Wake was well worth the wait. The game follows Alan Wake as he attempts to escape the Dark Place, while another narrative follows FBI agent Saga Anderson. The twisting (and highly meta) tale allows both characters to enlighten and illuminate one another, resulting in a visually stunning and terrifying experience full of moments you’ve never seen in a game.

2. Animal Well

Animal Well is a unique metroidvania that focuses on puzzle solving rather than combat aspects. As your little egg-like protagonist avoids clashes with huge animalistic predators, the world is rich with mysteries to unearth and hidden nooks to discover. The game progresses in unexpected ways, with each layer becoming more sophisticated and entertaining than the last. And the gloomy, low-fi style stands out while remaining fully readable within the tightly constructed platforming. The PS5 is an excellent platform for playing Animal Well because the haunting light of the world looks amazing on a large screen.

3. Astro Bot

Astro, the PlayStation mascot, had already made his PlayStation 5 debut with Astro’s Playroom, a pre-installed tech demo that demonstrated the DualSense controller’s capabilities. Astro Bot, the adorable tiny Sony mascot, comes into its own with a full-fledged sequel, which is currently the best-reviewed game of the year. Astro Bot not only takes full advantage of the PS5’s technical potential, but it’s also a continually surprise and beautifully well-crafted platformer that deserves to be ranked alongside the greatest in the genre. It’s a must-have for PS5, especially if you enjoyed the sneak peek from Astro’s Playroom.

4. Baldur’s Gate 3

Larian’s masterwork RPG is a stunning example of player autonomy and choice. The game recreates the Dungeons & Dragons experience like no other, allowing you to approach scenarios in nearly any way you can think, fully constructing your own story as you interact with a plethora of interesting characters. It’s mechanically difficult but approachable, frequently visually appealing, and always engaging.

5. Control: Ultimate Edition

Control was a fantastic game when it was released in 2019, however it had significant performance issues on PS4, particularly on base models. Control performs admirably on the PlayStation 5. The particle physics look great in 4K, and the performance is extremely smooth. The Ultimate edition includes both of Control’s expansions, which build on a plot full of shocks and riveting performances. In Control, you play as Jesse Faden, the new director of the Federal Bureau of Control, a covert agency that investigates paranormal activity. Control’s combat is intense, with a wonderful combination of traditional third-person gunplay and stylish abilities. The story is thought-provoking and occasionally mind-bending. 

It is additionally enhanced by a menacing atmosphere and a stunning art style. If you missed out on Control the first time, you can now enjoy it in its best form on PS5.

Conclusion

These are the best PlayStation 5 games. The PlayStation 5 catalog is extensive and growing, so we’ve compiled a list of our top picks, which range from new PS5 titles to modern classics, big-budget AAA blockbusters to indie treasures, and everything in between. This list has our stamp of approval as the best the platform has to offer. For more gaming updates visit www.gurucent.com.

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