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Best PlayStation 5 games of 2018
The 35 best PlayStation 5 games released in 2018, ranked from 22,872 critic and player ratings.
The best PlayStation 5 game of 2018 is God of War, with a critic score of 96/100 — updated September 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: 2018.
- 35 games are listed on this page, carrying 22,872 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 28 September 2026.
Top 35
01
S
God of War
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology. Unlike previous installments, this game focuses on Norse mythology and follows an older and more seasoned Kratos and his son Atreus in the years since the third game. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
96
/100
02
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
There can only be one God. The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Master deep, tactical combat. Join up to 3 other players - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God, in multi-award winning RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2.
94
/100
03
A
Marvel's Spider-Man
Starring the world’s most iconic Super Hero, Spider-Man features the acrobatic abilities, improvisation and web-slinging that the wall-crawler is famous for, while also introducing elements never-before-seen in a Spider-Man game. From traversing with parkour and utilizing the environment, to new combat and blockbuster set pieces, it’s Spider-Man unlike any you’ve played before.
90
/100
S
God of War
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology. Unlike previous installments, this game focuses on Norse mythology and follows an older and more seasoned Kratos and his son Atreus in the years since the third game. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
96
/100
02
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
There can only be one God. The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Master deep, tactical combat. Join up to 3 other players - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God, in multi-award winning RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2.
94
/100
03
A
Marvel's Spider-Man
Starring the world’s most iconic Super Hero, Spider-Man features the acrobatic abilities, improvisation and web-slinging that the wall-crawler is famous for, while also introducing elements never-before-seen in a Spider-Man game. From traversing with parkour and utilizing the environment, to new combat and blockbuster set pieces, it’s Spider-Man unlike any you’ve played before.
90
/100
04
A
Dead Cells
Dead Cells is a rogue-lite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
88
/100
05
Touhou Luna Nights
Touhou Luna Night's is a 2D search action (Metroidvania) video game. After creating many action games, this is a new project from Team Ladybug.
88
/100
06
Dragon Ball FighterZ
Dragon Ball FighterZ is born from what makes the Dragon Ball series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
87
/100
07
Two Point Hospital
Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County. Build and customise your hospital - it is yours after all - with specialist diagnosis and treatment facilities, as well as the very latest in ornamental technology!
87
/100
08
Octopath Traveler
A role-playing game from the Bravely Default team is being developed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. They have brought a new world to life through a mix of CG, pixel art, and "HD-2D" visuals.
85
/100
09
A
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
Write your own epic odyssey and become a legendary Spartan hero in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, an inspiring adventure where you must forge your destiny and define your own path in a world on the brink of tearing itself apart. Influence how history unfolds as you experience a rich and ever-changing world shaped by your decisions.
85
/100
10
Beat Saber
Beat Saber is an immersive rhythm experience you have never seen before! Enjoy tons of handcrafted levels and swing your way through the pulsing music beats, surrounded by a futuristic world. Use your sabers to slash the beats as they come flying at you – every beat indicates which saber you need to use and the direction you need to match. With Beat Saber you become a dancing superhero!
85
/100
11
The Messenger
84
/100
12
A
Subnautica
83
/100
13
Octopath Traveler
82
/100
14
Judgment
82
/100
15
Among Us
82
/100
16
Gris
81
/100
17
CrossCode
81
/100
18
Warhammer: Vermintide 2
81
/100
19
A
Far Cry 5
80
/100
20
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
80
/100
21
Insurgency: Sandstorm
80
/100
22
Wreckfest
79
/100
23
The Gardens Between
79
/100
24
Green Hell
78
/100
25
Marvel's Spider-Man - The Heist
76
/100
26
Marvel's Spider-Man - Silver Lining
75
/100
27
Red Dead Online
71
/100
28
Kingdom Come: Deliverance
71
/100
29
Vampyr
70
/100
30
Marvel's Spider-Man - Turf Wars
70
/100
31
DayZ
69
/100
32
Sea of Thieves
68
/100
33
Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr
67
/100
34
The Crew 2
62
/100
35
Fallout 76
51
/100
A
Dead Cells
Dead Cells is a rogue-lite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
88
/100
05
Touhou Luna Nights
Touhou Luna Night's is a 2D search action (Metroidvania) video game. After creating many action games, this is a new project from Team Ladybug.
88
/100
06
Dragon Ball FighterZ
Dragon Ball FighterZ is born from what makes the Dragon Ball series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
87
/100
07
Two Point Hospital
Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County. Build and customise your hospital - it is yours after all - with specialist diagnosis and treatment facilities, as well as the very latest in ornamental technology!
87
/100
08
Octopath Traveler
A role-playing game from the Bravely Default team is being developed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. They have brought a new world to life through a mix of CG, pixel art, and "HD-2D" visuals.
85
/100
09
A
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
Write your own epic odyssey and become a legendary Spartan hero in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, an inspiring adventure where you must forge your destiny and define your own path in a world on the brink of tearing itself apart. Influence how history unfolds as you experience a rich and ever-changing world shaped by your decisions.
85
/100
10
Beat Saber
Beat Saber is an immersive rhythm experience you have never seen before! Enjoy tons of handcrafted levels and swing your way through the pulsing music beats, surrounded by a futuristic world. Use your sabers to slash the beats as they come flying at you – every beat indicates which saber you need to use and the direction you need to match. With Beat Saber you become a dancing superhero!
85
/100
11
The Messenger
84
/100
12
A
Subnautica
83
/100
13
Octopath Traveler
82
/100
14
Judgment
82
/100
15
Among Us
82
/100
16
Gris
81
/100
17
CrossCode
81
/100
18
Warhammer: Vermintide 2
81
/100
19
A
Far Cry 5
80
/100
20
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
80
/100
21
Insurgency: Sandstorm
80
/100
22
Wreckfest
79
/100
23
The Gardens Between
79
/100
24
Green Hell
78
/100
25
Marvel's Spider-Man - The Heist
76
/100
26
Marvel's Spider-Man - Silver Lining
75
/100
27
Red Dead Online
71
/100
28
Kingdom Come: Deliverance
71
/100
29
Vampyr
70
/100
30
Marvel's Spider-Man - Turf Wars
70
/100
31
DayZ
69
/100
32
Sea of Thieves
68
/100
33
Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr
67
/100
34
The Crew 2
62
/100
35
Fallout 76
51
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best PlayStation 5 game of 2018?
God of War currently tops the ranking with a score of 96/100 across 3,380 ratings. Ranking updated September 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.