The Top 10 Best PS5 Games of 2025

2025 has shaped up to be an exceptional year for PlayStation 5 players. Developers now fully understand the console’s capabilities, and that confidence shows in every corner of this year’s releases. From bold artistic experiments to massive cinematic productions and fresh takes on beloved genres, the PS5 library feels richer than ever.

Some titles earned their place through critical acclaim, others through industry awards or strong community support. And a few managed to stand out by doing something completely unexpected. After reviewing the year’s most celebrated games, major award nominees, and titles consistently featured across reputable gaming outlets, here’s a curated list of the most remarkable experiences available on PS5 in 2025.

10. Silent Hill 2 Remake

Platforms: PS5 (console exclusive), PC

Genre: Psychological Horror

Silent Hill 2 makes a powerful return with a complete reimagining built for modern hardware. The fog-filled streets feel dense and oppressive, and redesigned creature encounters hit with unsettling impact. PS5’s 3D audio heightens every whisper and shift in the environment, making the atmosphere more overwhelming than ever.

Why it’s one of 2025’s best: It revives a genre-defining classic without losing what made it special, offering both longtime fans and new players a haunting experience that looks and sounds incredible on PS5.

9. Blue Prince

Platforms: PS5 (console exclusive), PC

Genre: Puzzle / Roguelike Mystery

Blue Prince distinguishes itself with a clever concept: a mysterious mansion where rooms rearrange themselves based on your choices. Each run reveals new layouts, hidden paths and logic-based challenges that reward curiosity and creative thinking.

Why it stands out: It’s a refreshing break from high-intensity blockbusters. Blue Prince delivers atmosphere, intelligence and replay value in a way few puzzle games manage.

8. Sword of the Sea

Platforms: PS5 Exclusive

Genre: Artistic Adventure

Created by the visionary team behind Journey and Abzû, Sword of the Sea offers a serene, visually captivating journey across vast “sand oceans.” Your hoversword glides smoothly through shifting dunes, creating an experience that feels almost musical in flow and tone.

Why it’s one of the year’s highlights: Its calm, meditative design contrasts beautifully with the louder action titles dominating the market. It’s a testament to how far artistic expression can go on PS5.

7. Absolum

Platforms: PS5, Xbox, PC

Genre: Beat ’em Up / Roguelite

Absolum brings comic-book stylization to life through a mix of fast-paced combat and roguelite structure. Punchy animations, evolving enemy patterns, and ever-changing runs keep the action engaging from start to finish.

Why it deserves this spot: It’s energetic, creative and replayable, everything an indie standout should be. For players looking for something fun and different, Absolum delivers.

6. Ghost of Yōtei

Platforms: PS5 Exclusive

Genre: Action-Adventure

Set against the backdrop of mythical old Japan, Ghost of Yōtei blends dramatic storytelling with precise sword-based combat. Exploration is richly detailed, and each region feels rooted in folklore and atmosphere.

Why it’s one of the strongest PS5 exclusives of 2025: It combines distinctive world-building with polished action and emotional weight. An easy recommendation for fans of story-driven adventures.

5. Monster Hunter Wilds

Platforms: PS5, Xbox, PC

Genre: Action RPG

Monster Hunter Wilds expands the franchise with larger biomes, dynamic weather, smarter monster behaviour and improved team-based hunts. On PS5, the experience benefits from faster loading and excellent DualSense integration.

Why it ranks so high: It delivers scale, challenge and depth in equal measure. A top choice for players who enjoy strategic combat and cooperative gameplay.

4. Tekken 8

Platforms: PS5, Xbox, PC

Genre: Fighting

Tekken 8 refines the franchise’s signature style with crisp visuals, responsive controls and a competitive edge that feels sharper than ever. Its roster is diverse, its stages vibrant, and its online performance reliably smooth.

Why players keep coming back: It’s approachable for newcomers yet deep enough for veterans. On PS5, it runs flawlessly, making it the go-to fighting game of 2025.

3. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Platforms: PS5 (console exclusive), PC later

Genre: Narrative Adventure / Open World

Death Stranding 2 continues Hideo Kojima’s unique vision with a bigger world, stronger emotional themes and richer environmental storytelling. The landscapes feel magnificent and haunting, and the soundtrack enhances every moment.

Why it holds the #3 position: It pushes boundaries again narratively, visually and structurally. Few games immerse the player the way DS2 does on PS5.

2. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Genre: Medieval Action RPG / Realistic Adventure

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II doubles down on the realism and historical immersion that made the first game a cult hit. Set in 15th-century Bohemia, it offers a massive open world filled with political intrigue, visceral sword combat, deep role-playing choices, and an impressive dedication to historical accuracy. The PS5 version shines thanks to smoother performance, improved lighting, and fast loading times that make exploration seamless.

Why it earns the #2 spot: Nominated for Game of the Year 2025 and highlighted in multiple industry lists, the game delivers one of the richest RPG experiences of the year. Its combination of grounded storytelling, branching narrative paths, and immersive combat sets a new bar for realistic medieval RPGs on PS5.

1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Platforms: PS5, Xbox, PC

Genre: Turn-Based RPG / Fantasy Adventure

Awards: Leading The Game Awards 2025 with 12 nominations

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stands as one of the most memorable releases of the year. Its breathtaking painterly art style sets the tone for a poetic, emotional journey through a world trapped in a deadly cycle. Combat blends traditional turn-based strategy with rhythm and timing, creating encounters that feel dramatic and choreographed.

Why it takes the #1 spot: It’s bold, imaginative and deeply affecting. Expedition 33 demonstrates how storytelling, gameplay innovation and artistic vision can come together to create a true standout. With its record-breaking award nominations, it’s the strongest candidate for Game of the Year and a must-play for anyone with a PS5.

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