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Best PlayStation 4 games of 2014

The 80 best PlayStation 4 games released in 2014, ranked from 22,498 critic and player ratings.

The best PlayStation 4 game of 2014 is The Last Of Us Remastered, with a critic score of 97/100 — updated November 2026.

How this ranking is built
  • Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
  • A game only enters the ranking with at least 80 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
  • Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
  • Release window covered: 2014.
  • 50 games are listed on this page, carrying 22,498 ratings between them.
  • Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 13 November 2026.

Top 50

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01 The Last Of Us Remastered A The Last Of Us Remastered 2014 · 1,701 ratings · 5 Tier votes · finished by 32% The Last of Us Remastered is an updated release of the PS3 game The Last of Us. It is identical to the PS3 version but runs at a 1080p resolution and incorporates character models with a higher resolution. There are also improved shadows and lighting, upgraded textures, 60 frames per second and other types of improvements. In addition to the base game, two map packs and the expansion The Last of Us: Left Behind are included. 97 /100
02 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove 2014 · 322 ratings · finished by 23% 91 /100
03 Shovel Knight Shovel Knight 2014 · 530 ratings · finished by 21% Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. It's a hot mashup of new and old! You play as the eponymous Shovel Knight, a small knight with a huge quest. Shovel Knight has come to this land with two goals: to defeat the evil Enchantress and quest for his lost beloved. He wields a Shovel Blade: a multipurpose weapon whose techniques have now been lost to the ages. Always honest and helpful, Shovel Knight is a shining example of the code of Shovelry: Slash Mercilessly and Dig Tirelessly! But, between Shovel Knight and his beloved stands a cadre of villainous knights. These terrible foes, known as The Order of No Quarter, have been dispatched to prevent Shovel Knight from reaching the Enchantress, and will pursue their mission at any cost. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, crazy bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you! 89 /100
04 Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition C Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition 2014 · 163 ratings · 2 Tier votes · finished by 15% Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is a re-release of Tomb Raider, developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square-Enix for the Playstation 4 and the Xbox One. The game is optimized for next-gen consoles, with the help of outside developers including United Front Games and Nixxes Software. Definitive Edition includes several visual and game play enhancements, and is packaged with all available downloadable content for the game. The game was released on January 28th, 2014. 88 /100
05 Metro 2033 Redux Metro 2033 Redux 2014 · 380 ratings · finished by 24% Metro 2033 Redux is the definitive version of the cult classic Metro 2033, rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4A Engine for Next Gen. Fans of the original game will find the unique world of Metro transformed with incredible lighting, physics and dynamic weather effects. Newcomers will get the chance to experience one of the finest story-driven shooters of all time; an epic adventure combining gripping survival horror, exploration and tactical combat and stealth. All the gameplay improvements and features from the acclaimed sequel Metro: Last Light have been transferred to Metro 2033 Redux – superior AI, controls, animation, weapon handling and many more – to create a thrilling experience for newcomers and veterans alike. With two unique play-styles, and the legendary Ranger Mode included, Metro 2033 Redux offers hours of AAA gameplay for an incredible price. 88 /100
06 Dragon Age: Inquisition A Dragon Age: Inquisition 2014 · 1,083 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 22% Dragon Age: Inquisition is a role-playing game and the third main game in the Dragon Age series. It is set in the Thedas continent, the same fantasy world as the two previous games. It consist of two large countries: Ferelden (from Dragon Age: Origins) and Orlais, as well as the land inbetween. True to the spirit of the series the character can be customized for appearance, sex, class and race. The available races are dwarf, elf, human, and Qunari and the classes are mage, rogue, and warrior with three specializations each. To grow the Inquisition experience needs to be earned by completing quests, which allows the player to further define allegiances and pursue romances. A custom party can be defined and each member benefits from experience as it opens up access to better weapons and more abilities. Power points open up new areas and Inquisition points define the influence over the region; each new level provides a perk that benefits the entire Inquisition. 88 /100
07 Tales from the Borderlands Tales from the Borderlands 2014 · 581 ratings · finished by 24% Tales from the Borderlands is a five part episodic game series. Set on the unforgiving world of Pandora after the events seen in Borderlands 2, this is a story full of Borderlands' trademark humor, following two adventurers on their quest for greatness. 88 /100
08 Child of Light Child of Light 2014 · 371 ratings · finished by 16% The Black Queen has stolen the Sun, the Moon and the Stars. You play as Aurora, a young princess with a pure heart whose soul is brought to the kingdom of Lemuria. Embark on a quest to recapture the three sources of light, defeat the Black Queen and restore the kingdom of Lemuria. 88 /100
09 The Talos Principle The Talos Principle 2014 · 476 ratings · finished by 13% The Talos Principle is a philosophical first-person puzzle game from Croteam, the creators of the legendary Serious Sam series, written by Tom Jubert (FTL, The Swapper) and Jonas Kyratzes (The Sea Will Claim Everything). 87 /100
10 Diablo III: Reaper of Souls Diablo III: Reaper of Souls 2014 · 908 ratings · finished by 31% 87 /100
11 TowerFall Ascension TowerFall Ascension 2014 · 90 ratings · finished by 7% 87 /100
12 Far Cry 4 A Far Cry 4 2014 · 1,175 ratings · 4 Tier votes · finished by 31% 86 /100
13 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition 2014 · 130 ratings · finished by 7% 86 /100
14 The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth S The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth 2014 · 557 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 13% 86 /100
15 Alien: Isolation S Alien: Isolation 2014 · 723 ratings · 1 Tier vote 86 /100
16 Transistor Transistor 2014 · 487 ratings · finished by 17% 85 /100
17 Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor S Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor 2014 · 1,400 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 23% · 13 h to beat 84 /100
18 Nidhogg Nidhogg 2014 · 112 ratings · finished by 11% 84 /100
19 Metro Redux Metro Redux 2014 · 159 ratings 83 /100
20 Duck Game Duck Game 2014 · 110 ratings · finished by 7% 83 /100
21 The Vanishing of Ethan Carter The Vanishing of Ethan Carter 2014 · 391 ratings · finished by 19% 82 /100
22 Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy 2014 · 96 ratings · finished by 17% 82 /100
23 Shantae and the Pirate's Curse Shantae and the Pirate's Curse 2014 · 103 ratings · finished by 6% 82 /100
24 This War of Mine This War of Mine 2014 · 405 ratings · finished by 11% 82 /100
25 Elite: Dangerous Elite: Dangerous 2014 · 186 ratings · finished by 2% 82 /100
26 The Banner Saga The Banner Saga 2014 · 278 ratings · finished by 16% 82 /100
27 FIFA 15 FIFA 15 2014 · 268 ratings · finished by 13% 81 /100
28 Watch Dogs B Watch Dogs 2014 · 1,167 ratings · 6 Tier votes · finished by 31% 81 /100
29 South Park: The Stick of Truth A South Park: The Stick of Truth 2014 · 1,233 ratings · 2 Tier votes · finished by 28% 80 /100
30 Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare B Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare 2014 · 631 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 33% 80 /100
31 Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare S Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare 2014 · 129 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 6% 80 /100
32 Ultra Street Fighter IV Ultra Street Fighter IV 2014 · 114 ratings · finished by 6% 79 /100
33 Trials Fusion Trials Fusion 2014 · 121 ratings · finished by 6% 79 /100
34 inFAMOUS Second Son C inFAMOUS Second Son 2014 · 520 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 29% 79 /100
35 Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes 2014 · 501 ratings · finished by 21% 79 /100
36 Destiny Destiny 2014 · 490 ratings · finished by 16% 78 /100
37 SMITE SMITE 2014 · 206 ratings · finished by 2% 78 /100
38 LittleBigPlanet 3 LittleBigPlanet 3 2014 · 122 ratings · finished by 10% 78 /100
39 Wasteland 2 Wasteland 2 2014 · 86 ratings 78 /100
40 Wolfenstein: The New Order B Wolfenstein: The New Order 2014 · 1,336 ratings · 2 Tier votes · finished by 29% · 12 h to beat 77 /100
41 DRIVECLUB DRIVECLUB 2014 · 103 ratings · finished by 7% 77 /100
42 Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments 2014 · 385 ratings · finished by 19% 77 /100
43 Broken Age Broken Age 2014 · 188 ratings · finished by 10% 77 /100
44 Dreamfall Chapters Dreamfall Chapters 2014 · 83 ratings · finished by 9% 76 /100
45 Valiant Hearts: The Great War Valiant Hearts: The Great War 2014 · 449 ratings · finished by 33% 76 /100
46 Metro: Last Light Redux D Metro: Last Light Redux 2014 · 285 ratings · 1 Tier vote · finished by 21% 76 /100
47 inFAMOUS: First Light inFAMOUS: First Light 2014 · 185 ratings · finished by 23% 76 /100
48 LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham 2014 · 98 ratings · finished by 8% 76 /100
49 Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel 2014 · 417 ratings · finished by 11% 75 /100
50 The Evil Within The Evil Within 2014 · 464 ratings · finished by 20% 75 /100
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What is the best PlayStation 4 game of 2014?

The Last Of Us Remastered currently tops the ranking with a score of 97/100 across 1,701 ratings. It holds a A grade from the Tier community — updated November 2026.

How is this ranking built?

Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.