Since 2013, when it was released in the US, the Play Station 4 has been a commercial success and its games have been making the heads of kids and adults around the world.
We have selected for this list the best games for PS4 of the most varied genres for you to check out. We also highlighted the recently released games that were widely acclaimed by the public and by specialized critics.
Red Dead Redemption 2
- Developer: Rockstar Games
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 97
The best PS4 game of 2018 according to critics, surpassing God of War, it puts you in the shoes of an outlaw in the middle of the North American Old West. Despite being fearless and an ace with a pistol, it won't be easy to survive the countless challenges posed by rival bandits and state forces.
Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V)
- Developer: Rockstar North
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2014
- Score on Metacritic: 97
The best of PS4 of 2014 is full of action, speeding cars, shootouts and extraordinary escapes. The game is already well known to the Brazilian public, but it bears remembering: in the metropolis of Los Santos, three criminals are betting big to succeed. And when we talk about "going big," we mean big, bold heists.
The Last of Us Remastered
- Developer: Naughty Dog
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2014
- Score on Metacritic: 95
With several gameplay and resolution improvements, this version of The Last of Us for PS4 will have you glued to your screen. The story, for those who don't know, is the following: an epidemic caused by a mutation of the Cordyceps fungus spread across the entire planet, decimating a large part of the population. Uninfected humans fight as best they can for survival. In this heartbreaking context, Joel is hired to transport a 14-year-old girl across North American territory.
God of War
- Developer: SCE Santa Monica
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 94
According to critics, God of War is the 2nd best PS4 game of 2018, reaching a high 94 points on the Metacritic website. The rating among users is also super high: 9,1. Years after God of War III, Kratos' revenge against the Olympian gods is behind him. Now, the action takes place in the world of Norse gods and monsters, where Kratos must not only fight to survive but also protect and teach his son to deal with the challenges of this cruel world.
The Last Of Us Part II
- Developer: Naughty Dog
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2020
- Score on Metacritic: 93
Acclaimed by the public and by specialized game critics, The Last of Us Part II was released in 2020 and did not disappoint fans of the franchise. The game is set five years after the events of the first part of the story in a post-apocalyptic world. In the horror survival style game, players must assume the roles of protagonists Ellie and Abby.
Final Fantasy VII Remake
- Developer: Square Enix
- Genre: Action, RPG
- Year: 2020
- Score on Metacritic: 87
In Final Fantasy VII, Cloud Strife returns to the cyberpunk city of Midgar and now has the help of Avalanche to stop a megacorporation that tries to use the essence of the planet where they live as a source of energy. Remake of the acclaimed game released in 1997, Final Fantasy VII pleased fans of the franchise for its well-executed graphics, beautiful soundtrack, versatile gameplay and immersive narrative.
Marvel's Spider-Man
- Developer: Insomniac Games
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 87
One of the most acclaimed games, featuring one of the main characters in the Marvel universe as the protagonist, “Marvel's Spider-Man” pleased fans of the franchise and specialized critics. In the game's story, Spider-Man must protect the city of Manhattan from the dreaded Mister Negative, a villain who threatens to contaminate the population with a dangerous virus.
Ghost of Tsushima
- Desenvolvedor: Sucker Punch Productions
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2020
- Score on Metacritic: 83
A breath of fresh air in the open world adventure genre, Ghost of Tsushima has been acclaimed for its stunning visuals and design and has received numerous awards since its release. In an open world, the samurai protagonist Jin Sakai's main mission is to protect the island of Tsushima from the first Mongolian invasion.
Hades
- Developer: Supergiant Games
- Genre: Action, RPG
- Year: 2020
- Score on Metacritic: 93
If you are a fan of mythological stories and RPG, you cannot miss “Hades”, a game released in 2020 and developed by Supergiant Games. In this exciting adventure, the player has the possibility to control the son of Hades, Zagreus, who tries at all costs to escape the underworld and reach Mount Olympus.
Dark Souls III
- Developer: Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Genre: Action, RPG
- Year: 2016
- Score on Metacritic: 89
The third part of the Dark Soul franchise, this game has received high praise from critics and roleplaying game fans for its visuals and gameplay. In this universe, the player controls a character in third person and has a variety of combat weapons and charm possibilities to defend against enemies and advance with the story.
Detroit: Become Human
- Developer: Quantic Dream
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 78
Detroit: Become Human follows three androids who try to break their programming with the goal of becoming free in the year 2038. In the game, you must make moral decisions that will directly affect the fate of the characters. The game was highly praised by critics for its complex and thought-provoking narrative, in addition to the immersion it provides to players.
The Last Guardian
- Developer: GenDesign
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2016
- Score on Metacritic: 82
One of the greatest exclusive classics ever released on Playstation, The Last Guardian follows on from its predecessors, Ico and Shadow of the Colossus. In the game, you bring to life a boy who befriends a hybrid dog-bird creature. The game was highly acclaimed for immersing players in the complex story of friendship and trust between the protagonist and the gigantic fantastic animal.
cyberpunk 2077
- Developer: CD Projekt Red
- Genre: Action, RPG
- Year: 2020
- Score on Metacritic: 86
In Cyberpunk 2077, players have the possibility to live a great adventure in an open world controlling the protagonist V, a mercenary with combat skills and knowledge in hacking. This critically acclaimed game was widely publicized before its official release and surprised fans with its aesthetics and backstory.
5 person
- Developer: Atlus
- Genre: RPG
- Year: 2017
- Score on Metacritic: 93
The best PS4 game of 2017 according to critics is set in the Japanese city of Tokyo, where the Phantom Thieves of Hearts, a group of teenage vigilantes who keep their identity a secret, work across the Metaverse to fight human evil. This game earned the title of Game of the Year 2017 according to the Game Revolution website.
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
- Developer: Naughty Dog
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2016
- Score on Metacritic: 93
The best and most discussed game of 2016 for PS4 promises a lot of adventure for those who like action games. The story takes place a few years after the events of part 3 of the franchise and now, alongside his brother Sam, Drake embarks on a new mission: to find the pirate utopia Libertalia, supposedly located deep in the forests of Madagascar.
Journey
- Developer: Tricky Pixels
- Genre: adventure
- Year: 2015
- Score on Metacritic: 92
As the name suggests, Journey is the story of a journey. But at first little or nothing is known about the purpose of this trip or the identity of the traveler. You will wake up in an unknown and inhospitable world. Gradually you will explore the ruins of an ancient civilization and, who knows, reach the end of your pilgrimage. Journey is the 2nd best PS4 game of 2015.
Bloodborne
- Developer: FromSoftware
- Genre: Fantasy, Action RPG
- Year: 2015
- Score on Metacritic: 92
For those who enjoy mystery and action, this game is a great request. To survive in this dark world, you will have to explore the darkest secrets and face the most hideous creatures that populate the winding streets of the city of Yharnan, infested by an endemic disease.
Undertale
- Developer: tobyfox
- Genre: RPG
- Year: 2017
- Score on Metacritic: 92
In this electronic RPG, you control a child who has fallen into the underground of the Earth. This wouldn't be such a big problem if the underground were not occupied by monsters that, after being defeated in a war against humans, live locked down there. Your challenge is to find your way around.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Developer: CD Projekt Red Studio
- Genre: Action RPG
- Year: 2015
- Score on Metacritic: 92
In this sensational game, you control the witcher, master swordsman and monster hunter Geralt of Rivia through the Northern Kingdoms. The scenario is one of absolute crisis: there is no stability and security in a world where the army known as the Wild Hunt is on the loose, bringing terror wherever it goes. Will Geralt be able to contain this army of evil?
Divinity: Original Sin II - Definitive Edition
- Developer: Larian Studios Games
- Genre: Action RPG
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 92
In the fantasy world of Rivellon, stability has come to an end. Centuries after the events of Divinity: Original Sin, the Void is no longer under control, and its horrific creatures slowly begin to overtake the Veil and invade Rivellon. At the start of the game, you are a powerful Sourcerer who has been captured by the Divine Order, who intend to drain you of your powers. But a shipwreck changes the whole course of history.
Shadow of the Colossus
- Developer: Bluepoint Games, SCE Japan Studio
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 91
This Japanese game, the 4th best PS4 game of 2018, puts you on a life-and-death mission: to bring the Mono girl back to life, you control Wander, whose objective is to explore the Forbidden Land, an uninhabited place full of ruins, and defeat 16 creatures known as Colossus. These creatures hold a revival power that can save Mono.
Celeste's
- Developer: Matt Makes Games Inc
- Genre: Action, 2D, Platformer
- Year: 2018
- Score on Metacritic: 91
For the old crowd who miss a 2D platform game, here's an absolutely fantastic novelty for PS4: Celeste. You control Madeline, a little girl whose mission is to climb the snowy mountain Celeste, which is located in Canada. Why does Madeline want to reach the top? This you will discover as the game progresses. Winner of two awards at the 2018 Game Awards, Celeste was developed with the participation of the Brazilian studio Miniboss.
