Best PlayStation 5 games of 2024
The 45 best PlayStation 5 games released in 2024, ranked from 5,222 critic and player ratings.
The best PlayStation 5 game of 2024 is Metaphor: ReFantazio, with a critic score of 94/100 — updated août 2026.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio
From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima, and composer Shoji Meguro. Write your destiny and rise above fear as you step into a fantasy world unlike anything you’ve seen before. Fraught with unsettling mystery, the kingdom stands on a precipice. Now, you must embark on a journey, overcoming obstacles and forging bonds with friends.
94
/100
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Astro Bot
Buckle up for some epic PlayStation camaraderie, join forces with your favourite PlayStation icons and show the universe that small is mighty in this fresh new Astro adventure, exclusive to PS5 consoles!
94
/100
03
Neva
Neva is an action-adventure game developed by Nomada Studio and published by Devolver Digital. The gameplay combines side-scrolling platforming with environmental puzzles and combat. Neva has been praised for its stunning art style, emotional storytelling, and refined gameplay mechanics, building upon the foundation laid by GRIS.
92
/100
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Thank Goodness You're Here!
Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs…
90
/100
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Halls of Torment
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this casual roguelite action rpg. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magic trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish the horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
90
/100
06
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a first-person, single-player adventure set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. You’ll become the legendary archaeologist in this cinematic action-adventure game from MachineGames, the award-winning studio behind the recent Wolfenstein series, and executive produced by Hall of Fame game designer Todd Howard.
89
/100
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Persona 3 Reload
Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate when entering the hour "hidden" between one day and the next. Awaken an incredible power and chase the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fight for your friends, and leave a mark on their memories forever. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era.
89
/100
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the second entry in the Final Fantasy VII remake project, which retells the story of the genre-redefining RPG across three distinct games. Iconic heroes Cloud, Barret, Tifa, Aerith and Red XIII have escaped from the dystopian city Midgar and are now in pursuit of Sephiroth, the vengeful swordsman from Cloud’s past who was thought to be dead.
88
/100
09
Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG created by Grinding Gear Games. Set years after the original Path of Exile, you will return to the dark world of Wraeclast and seek to end the corruption that is spreading. Path of Exile 2 is a free-to-play online multiplayer game with co-op for up to six players.
88
/100
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Tekken 8
Tekken 8 is the eighth canon release and tenth overall entry in the Tekken series. The game's story features 32 former and new characters, each with their own narrative that contributes to the overall story. Tekken 8 features upgraded fighting elements and systems from its predecessor, it also introduces brand-new mechanics such as the "Heat" system and "Tornado" hits. Arcade Quest was another addition to their online mode which includes tournaments, arcade features, customizable avatars and specialized currency that is featured throughout the game.
88
/100
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Black Myth: Wukong
88
/100
12
Helldivers 2
88
/100
13
The Plucky Squire
88
/100
14
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
87
/100
15
The Last of Us Part II Remastered
87
/100
16
Silent Hill 2
87
/100
17
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
86
/100
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Stellar Blade
86
/100
19
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Indika
85
/100
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Once Human
84
/100
21
Pacific Drive
84
/100
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
83
/100
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Frostpunk 2
82
/100
24
Still Wakes the Deep
82
/100
25
Life is Strange: Double Exposure
82
/100
26
Predecessor
81
/100
27
Star Wars Outlaws
80
/100
28
Delta Force
80
/100
29
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II
79
/100
30
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden
78
/100
31
Nobody Wants to Die
78
/100
32
The Outlast Trials
78
/100
33
Another Crab's Treasure
77
/100
34
EA Sports FC 25
75
/100
35
Alone in the Dark
75
/100
36
MultiVersus
75
/100
37
Infinity Nikki
74
/100
38
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
73
/100
39
Zenless Zone Zero
72
/100
40
Palworld
72
/100
41
Wuthering Waves
70
/100
42
Crime Scene Cleaner
70
/100
43
Where Winds Meet
55
/100
44
7 Days to Die
36
/100
45
The First Descendant
30
/100
What is the best PlayStation 5 game of 2024?
Metaphor: ReFantazio currently tops the ranking with a score of 94/100 across 90 ratings. It holds a S grade from the Tier community — updated août 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.