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What are the best games on PS4? Sony's fourth home console is widely regarded for its immense library of great games, and so putting together a definitive list is never going to be easy. That's why we asked for your help in making this best PS4 games guide. All of the games that you'll find on these pages have been ranked and rated by the Push Square community.

But again, it wasn't easy! The PS4 really does stand as one of Sony's greatest achievements. It was a console generation that propelled the Japanese giant to new heights thanks to irresistible exclusive games and a massive catalogue of software that suits all tastes and needs.

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Much of the PS4's success, both commercial and critical, can be attributed to the fact that Sony learned from the mistakes it made during the PS3 era. In contrast to its cell processor-based predecessor, the PS4 was designed to be easy to develop for — and this decision paved the way for nigh unstoppable system that came close to reaching PS2 levels of popularity.

Sony also heavily invested in its online infrastructure during the PS4 generation. The PlayStation Network, or more specifically, the PlayStation Store, became the company's biggest money maker, as all of those great games helped entice players towards a digital future.

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It really is all about the games, isn't it? The PS4's identity has been defined by exclusive marquee titles like 2018's God of War, Bloodborne, and Horizon Zero Dawn. Indeed, the exclusives list is impressively long — it's no surprise that Sony decided to gather all of its first party teams under the PlayStation Studios umbrella during the PS4 era.

But it's not just the exclusives. So many incredible third-party releases arrived in the PS4's prime. The Witcher 3, Persona 5, Red Dead Redemption 2, and many, many more. Looking back, it's a truly remarkable lineup.

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If you don't agree with the ratings in this best PS4 games guide, or if your favourite PS4 games are missing from this list, you can always use our search system to add your own ratings to the database:

You can also click the star icon next to each game's name in this very article, and add your rating from there. Please note, however, that a game must have at least 50 individual ratings for it to be considered for this list.

So, with all that out of the way, below is a full list of the best PS4 games, as voted by you.

100. Control (PS4)

Control (PS4)
Control (PS4)
Publisher: 505 Games / Developer: Remedy
Release Date: 27th Aug 2019 (USA) / 27th Aug 2019 (UK/EU)

From the makers of Alan Wake comes Control, a third-person action game that's as strange and unsettling as it is fun. Playing as Jesse Faden, you enter the Federal Bureau of Control's mysterious headquarters, and quickly become ensnared in a bizarre turn of events involving otherworldly entities and dimension-shifting environments. With a mix of impactful gunplay and neat supernatural powers, it's a challenging but fun sci-fi action title that isn't afraid to get really weird. There aren't many games like this one.

99. Days Gone (PS4)

Days Gone (PS4)
Days Gone (PS4)
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment / Developer: Bend Studio
Release Date: 26th Apr 2019 (USA) / 26th Apr 2019 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

After several years working on handhelds like PS Vita and PSP, Bend Studio marked its return to home consoles with its ambitious open world adventure Days Gone. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the game’s biker motif made it stand out from the crowd, as your two-wheels became your sanctuary in an extremely hostile setting. A huge focus on story and some genuinely impressive tech allowed the developer to flex its muscle, and the release would go on to become a cult favourite among PS4 fans.

98. Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4)

Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4)
Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4)
Publisher: Warner Bros / Developer: NetherRealm Studios
Release Date: 23rd Apr 2019 (USA) / 23rd Apr 2019 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Mortal Kombat 11’s spectacular presentation and crunching combat make it a headline entry in the long-running franchise. With an absolute mountain of single player content to get through, as well as an active competitive scene, this is one of the best fighters you can find on PS4.

97. Metro Redux (PS4)

Metro Redux (PS4)
Metro Redux (PS4)
Publisher: Deep Silver / Developer: 4A Games
Release Date: 26th Aug 2014 (USA) / 29th Aug 2014 (UK/EU)
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Metro Redux may effectively be a compilation, but it includes two killer games from the PS3 era – one of which was exclusive to the Xbox 360 at the time. Both bundled games have thick, oppressive atmospheres, and are significantly upgraded in this package.

96. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4)

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4)
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4)
Publisher: Electronic Arts / Developer: Respawn Entertainment
Release Date: 15th Nov 2019 (USA) / 15th Nov 2019 (UK/EU)
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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is among the best games in the ever-popular sci-fi franchise. Starring Cal Kestis, a Jedi who goes into hiding after the events of Revenge of the Sith, this action game has you exploring the galaxy, wielding Jedi abilities, and of course, getting to grips with lightsaber combat. With a Souls-inspired structure and large levels that open up as you progress, this is a seriously robust adventure with a decent story to boot.

95. Lost Judgment (PS4)

Lost Judgment (PS4)
Lost Judgment (PS4)
Publisher: SEGA / Developer: Yakuza Studio
Release Date: 24th Sep 2021 (USA) / 24th Sep 2021 (UK/EU)

Though it never reaches the same heights as its predecessor, detective thriller sequel Lost Judgment remains a great action RPG. With an intense story full of twists and carried by a brilliant cast of characters, the game is your typical Yakuza-style thrill ride — but it's actually the ridiculous amount of impressively varied side content that drives Yagami's sophomore case. An expanded, satisfying combat system is worthy of note as well.

94. Until Dawn (PS4)

Until Dawn (PS4)
Until Dawn (PS4)
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment / Developer: Supermassive Games
Release Date: 25th Aug 2015 (USA) / 28th Aug 2015 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Supermassive Games made a real name for itself with Until Dawn. This narrative adventure game effectively lets you partake in a schlocky teen horror movie, where your choices will have potentially grisly effects on the ensemble cast. With atmosphere to spare, lovably corny performances, and a highly replayable adventure full of outcomes to discover, it's no wonder this game is such a cult hit.

93. Assassin's Creed Origins (PS4)

Assassin's Creed Origins (PS4)
Assassin's Creed Origins (PS4)
Publisher: Ubisoft / Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
Release Date: 27th Oct 2017 (USA) / 27th Oct 2017 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

A stunning recreation of ancient Egypt is the backdrop for Assassin's Creed Origins — a game that redefined Ubisoft's series. Going full open world and throwing a bunch of RPG systems into the mix, Origins breathed new life into Assassin's Creed after Unity and Syndicate struggled to leave a lasting impression. Origins follows the surprisingly emotional story of Bayek, a determined mystic and warrior, who, with the help of his estranged wife Aya, establishes the Hidden Ones — the precursor organisation that would one day become the Assassin Brotherhood.

92. Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (PS4)

Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (PS4)
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (PS4)
Publisher: Activision / Developer: Beenox
Release Date: 21st Jun 2019 (USA) / 21st Jun 2019 (UK/EU)

A wonderful recreation of the PS1 original, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is a real blast from the past. Drift boosting through beautifully rebuilt tracks in the generous Adventure mode or taking the racing online is a lot of fun. Much like the PS1 title it's based on, this is an arcade racing game with tight controls, surprising difficulty, and lots to see and do. Despite some areas that could've done with modernising, this is probably just about the best kart racer on PS4.

91. Dishonored: Definitive Edition (PS4)

Dishonored: Definitive Edition (PS4)
Dishonored: Definitive Edition (PS4)
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks / Developer: Arkane Studios
Release Date: 25th Aug 2015 (USA) / 28th Aug 2015 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Premium

Arkane's debut game, Dishonored, remains one of its best, and this Definitive Edition lets you play an optimal version. Casting you as a supernatural assassin in a corrupt world, you get to explore a series of vast, open stages that really let you approach them in your own way. A combination of excellent mission design, a flexible suite of powers and weapons, and an intriguing story make for a true modern classic. The Definitive Edition finishes it all off with improved visuals and all the game's DLC, making for a great package.

90. Yakuza 5 Remastered (PS4)

Yakuza 5 Remastered (PS4)
Yakuza 5 Remastered (PS4)
Publisher: SEGA / Developer: Yakuza Studio
Release Date: 11th Feb 2020 (USA) / 11th Feb 2020 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Premium

Purely in terms of available content, Yakuza 5 is the biggest game in the series — it's an absolute colossus. Much like its predecessor, Yakuza 4, it features multiple playable characters. Kazuma Kiryu is once again in the spotlight, and he's joined by returning protagonists Akiyama and Saejima. New character and disgraced baseball player Tatsuo Shinada also enters the fray, and all four leads have their own unique fighting styles, optional activities, and connections to the overarching story. A true beast of a game that'll keep you busy for weeks, if not months.

89. Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy (PS4)

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy (PS4)
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy (PS4)
Publisher: Activision / Developer: Vicarious Visions
Release Date: 30th Jun 2017 (USA) / 30th Jun 2017 (UK/EU)
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Remember Crash Bandicoot? The madcap marsupial makes a grand return on PS4 in Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, a remake of his first three adventures. The games may be relatively old, but they've been brought up to modern standards with colourful graphics and updated gameplay. There's lots of fun to be had across this trio of platformers, with hours and hours worth of tricky levels to run through.

88. Resogun (PS4)

Resogun (PS4)
Resogun (PS4)
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment / Developer: Housemarque
Release Date: 15th Nov 2013 (USA) / 29th Nov 2013 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Housemarque is a studio known for its arcade games, and Resogun remains one of its best. Like a modern day Defender, you're tasked with blasting away screens full of baddies while rescuing the last of humanity. It's a gorgeous shoot-'em-up with responsive gameplay, endless replayability, and supremely satisfying visuals. If you like a good old fashioned score-chaser, get Resogun played.

87. Alien: Isolation (PS4)

Alien: Isolation (PS4)
Alien: Isolation (PS4)
Publisher: SEGA / Developer: The Creative Assembly
Release Date: 7th Oct 2014 (USA) / 7th Oct 2014 (UK/EU)

Alien: Isolation may have somewhat overstayed its welcome, but its nail-biting survival gameplay perfectly captures the claustrophobic tone of Ridley Scott’s iconic 1979 sci-fi movie. Assuming the role of Amanda Ripley, the daughter of series protagonist Ellen Ripley, you’re stalked from start-to-finish by the series’ deadly Xenomorph. Up against impossible odds, the game constantly keeps you on your toes, as you’re forced to slip past the enormous extraterrestrial unnoticed. It’s a completely unique experience that hasn’t really been replicated since.

86. Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (PS4)

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (PS4)
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (PS4)
Publisher: Ninja Theory / Developer: Ninja Theory
Release Date: 8th Aug 2017 (USA) / 8th Aug 2017 (UK/EU)

Originally intended as an experimental release from UK developer Ninja Theory, designed to prove that it could create a AAA title on an indie budget, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice ended up exceeding all expectations. While its combat and puzzle solving is a little on the lighter side, its storytelling is exceptional, and the way it depicts the protagonist’s struggles with mental health is unmatched, owing to some outstanding performances and ground-breaking sound design.

85. Dishonored 2 (PS4)

Dishonored 2 (PS4)
Dishonored 2 (PS4)
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks / Developer: Arkane Studios
Release Date: 11th Nov 2016 (USA) / 11th Nov 2016 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Dishonored 2 is a brilliant, criminally under-appreciated game that any fan of stealth action should play. It builds upon the already excellent original, providing you with two fully kitted-out playable characters with unique abilities, and both very deadly. Whether you play as the reliable Corvo Attano or his daughter (and dethroned empress) Emily Kaldwin, you'll have a wide array of supernatural powers to toy with, as well as access to a variety of weapons. With freedom to fully explore each level, impeccable environment design, and engaging emergent gameplay keeping you on your toes, this is easily among Arkane's best games.

84. Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (PS4)

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (PS4)
Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (PS4)
Publisher: Square Enix / Developer: Square Enix
Release Date: 11th Jul 2017 (USA) / 11th Jul 2017 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Final Fantasy XII was and still is a divisive game, but despite its PS2 origins, we would argue that it's aged extremely well. XII opts for a more serious story involving political puppeteering and a hefty dose of wartime drama, but it's the sense of adventure that makes the game so endearing. Excellently crafted environments are a joy to explore, and a brilliantly worked job system lets you tweak your party however you like. However, its Gambit system isn't for everyone, as it essentially lets you program your characters so that you don't have to lift a finger during combat. This allows for some impressive technical depth, but, you know, a lot of Final Fantasy fans like pushing buttons every now and then.

83. Rise of the Tomb Raider (PS4)

Rise of the Tomb Raider (PS4)
Rise of the Tomb Raider (PS4)
Publisher: Square Enix / Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Release Date: 11th Oct 2016 (USA) / 11th Oct 2016 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Rise of the Tomb Raider takes Crystal Dynamics’ reboot and greatly raises the stakes, with more equipment and combat options than in the previous instalment. While structurally it’s largely familiar, and there are some serious question marks over the voice acting and script, the game offers a real rollercoaster of set-piece moments, taking heroine Lara Croft across the globe as she continues to evolve into the wise-cracking heroine we all know and love.

82. Detroit: Become Human (PS4)

Detroit: Become Human (PS4)
Detroit: Become Human (PS4)
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment / Developer: Quantic Dream
Release Date: 25th May 2018 (USA) / 25th May 2018 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

While so many interactive dramas cheat, Detroit: Become Human is the most adaptable narrative ever conceived. Lead characters can die in the opening hours of the story, and that’s the last you’ll see of them for the remainder of the campaign. The robotic revolution plotline can be a bit heavy-handed, but as with all Quantic Dream games, there are some real high-points that will stick with you long after the credits roll.

81. Nioh (PS4)

Nioh (PS4)
Nioh (PS4)
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment / Developer: Team Ninja
Release Date: 7th Feb 2017 (USA) / 8th Feb 2017 (UK/EU)
Available On: PS+ Extra

Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja's first attempt at creating a Soulslike actually worked out really well. Nioh is a more fast paced action RPG, set in a twisted feudal Japan, now overrun with all manner of monsters and demons. It's tough as nails, but an abundance of loot combined with satisfying combat makes for a moreish adventure. The story's surprisingly interesting as well, as main character William Adams comes face to face with various historical warlords.