It manages to reckon with this and then some, juggling delicate relationship dynamics with ridiculously fun action sequences and breathtaking vistas ripe for exploring and pillaging. Though it gets a little bogged down by an overly long final act, Uncharted 4 is still one of the best action-adventure games of all time, and one of the best PlayStation 4 games ever.
The official Uncharted movie is due out on February 18, On top of rock-solid movement and a huge, sometimes literal, sandbox to explore, The Phantom Pain gives players a huge arsenal of weapons, vehicles, gadgets, and AI companions to approach missions creatively.
Konami is reportedly working on a new Metal Gear. The game is said to be a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 , purportedly in development at Singaporean studio Virtuos. Resident Evil fans were begging for a remake of the much-beloved Resident Evil 2 for over two decades. After the original RE1 received its stellar GameCube REmake all the way back in , fans waited, and waited… and waited. When it eventually came, it was everything they dreamed of and more. The Resident Evil 7 's RE Engine was reworked into a third-person tour de force, showcasing intensely realistic gore with blood dripping from mangled zombies.
X returned as a force to be reckoned with, its shooting mechanics were pitch-perfect, and terror was palpable throughout. The series' latest entry, Resident Evil Village , was released in May. Sucker Punch's latest adventure is dense with moving stories and striking visuals that make exploring its expansive take on 13th century japan a joy. While the stealth may be simple and enemy AI less than stellar , combat is spectacular — a simple but nuanced exploration of Japanese swordplay that is still fun right up to your very last duel.
Add all of this on top of one of the best and most addictive photo modes we've seen, and Ghost of Tsushima more than makes up for its late addition to the PS4's library by being one of its best games. Both a stunning technical achievement and a gold standard for video game storytelling in an open-world setting, Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the greatest games Rockstar Games has ever made, and one of the greatest games ever, period. Said distractions are incredibly accomplished, too — side quests, mini-games, hunting, and gathering are all deeply considered parts of Red Dead 2 in their own right.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is nothing short of a masterpiece. Lost Legacy moved the spotlight to the unexpected duo of treasure hunter Chloe Frazer and mercenary Nadine Ross, and discovered there is a verve and chemistry in the cast even without Nate. Not only does Lost Legacy open the door for any number of spinoffs that focus on other characters in the Uncharted universe, it features some of the best gameplay sequences the series has to offer.
An exceptional third-person shooter with a trippy supernatural twist, Control is not only our Game of the Year for but stands out as one of the most unique adventures of the generation. On top of its excellent super-powered gunplay, Control features some truly inspired environmental design, its Oldest House a shape-shifting labyrinth-like something from a fever dream shared by Stanley Kubrick and David Lynch.
Throughout its monster-filled halls, you'll undertake memorable side quests, hunt for upgrades to your abilities and gear, and hunt down a litany of collectibles that all help flesh out the eerie bureaucracy that's at the center of Control's impossibly unique experience.
The developer is also working on a Control multiplayer spinoff codenamed "Condor," which will feature four-player PvE gameplay. Candyman 's Tony Todd, who will voice Venom, says the sequel is " massive ," while Insomniac's Bill Rosemann called it " darker " than the studio's two previous Spidey games.
Horizon: Zero Dawn is one of the most beautiful open-world games ever crafted. Grass sways in the wind beneath blooming sunrises while towering cities formed from the ashes of a once prosperous society loom in the distance. And, most importantly, giant, awe-inspiring mechanical dinosaurs outfitted with a terrifying array of pseudo-natural weaponry roam the land, roaring, gnashing, and trampling their prey. When iconic PlayStation developer Guerrilla Games revealed they were pivoting away from the Killzone franchise to make an open world robot dinosaur hunting game starring a warrior redhead outfitted like a space cake dealer at Burning Man, the world was cautiously optimistic.
The end result, thankfully, was a vast, wondrous, and unique open-world action game with just the right amount of RPG elements that come together to create a brilliant first entry into what we hope will become a pillar franchise for PlayStation Studios. Then the price of the new console should already have dropped. The PS5 console includes a white-and-black design to match the new controller that will be included in the box.
The PS5 stands vertically, like the Xbox Series X is primarily designed to be placed, and will include two versions: one with a 4K Blu-ray drive and a pure Digital Edition. PS5 at Amazon. PS5 at GameStop. Developer: Bethesda Publisher: Bethesda Microtransactions?
Such a simple and effective concept that Westworld copied it and wound up in trouble for doing so , Fallout Shelter tasks you with overseeing your very own Vault in the Fallout universe. Originally released as a mobile game, Fallout Shelter is essentially a tapping simulator filled with waiting times. Compared to the other entries on this list of the best free PS4 games, The Awesome Adventures has no strings attached.
There are no microtransactions or loot boxes, just a simple narrative told well for the grand price of nothing. Imagination is the aim of the game in Captain Spirit as you play a young boy who seeks to escape recent trauma — something all of us would do if we could. From our Captain Spirit review :. Their ability to create tranquil atmospheres that bolster their narrative remains second to none. Why is a video game published by a bank better at teaching youngsters about money than the education system?
It has no right to work this well, but it does. Your job is to keep the island of Savvy clean from plastic waste by using your Trash Blaster, collecting litter and earning coins as you go with the game teaching you about saving money at the same time.
The real objective is to collect all 42 Bankimals and unlock new areas on this wild and wacky island. Seriously, try Island Saver. You can choose whether to buy individual characters to bulk up your free download, but honestly the best idea would be to just outright buy the game if you want the fairest deal. Fantasy Strike features simple combos and not an exceptionally deep meta, though everything about it is still deep enough for competitive fighting. Yomi Counters, for instance, are interesting throw break mechanics that shake things up really well.
While you do get all the characters, many modes are cut out for premium upgrades, including the option to play locally against your friends. Developer: Konami Publisher: Konami Microtransactions? Exploring her family home, the titular Edith Finch gradually uncovers the stories of the Finch's through the ages, each one opening up a new experience and story. From exploring a Halloween horror adventure in a graphic novel to simply flying a kite, every chapter is a new surprise.
To give away any more is to spoil the magic of this walking sim but yes, it will break your heart and make you cry, but only in the best possible way. What Remains of Edith Finch is a beautiful experience that never feels emotionally manipulative, only ever incredibly human, and a poignant reflection on the stories that make us who we are.
Even if we didn't always know it. Also: an unhealthy dose of first-person cat-stomping. Quite simply, it represents the definitive edition of the greatest open-world game ever made, which hold up well in Fortnite is the most fun you can have on PS4 for free - and I do mean totally free, because you don't even need a PS Plus subscription to play online. Fortnite's Battle Royale mode has taken the world by storm, enchanting players with intense shootouts and towering build battles as they compete to be the last of standing.
Regular developer updates add new weapons, modes, and thoughtful tweaks to baseline mechanics every week, keeping the game fresh even if you already have a few dozen wins under your belt.
And don't forget about Save the World mode if you're in the mood for something more cooperative, though you will have to pay to play that one for now.
What really impresses are the genuinely entertaining missions, and the eclectic cast of characters that bring the world to life. Essential in every way. While retaining that distinct storytelling and sense of wonder that defines the Metal Gear series, Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain offers a level of freedom and creativity unheard of in any sandbox.
Grand, majestic and bittersweet, this is an instant classic and one of the finest things you can shove into your PS4. Swinging straight into the top four sorry, yes, that's the most played-out pun ever Spider-Man PS4 is one of the most fun, immediately joyful games you'll ever pop into your PlayStation. It looks incredible, sure, and the game itself is massive, but what impresses most is the feel of swinging around New York as the web-slinger himself.
There's plenty to do, and the variety of non-story stuff is impressive, but the real beauty lies in the slick, free, and utterly wonderful swinging. The fact that the story has all the heart and humor of Spidey's latest Marvel outings only enhances an already brilliant super-hero game. The world is so realistic you may have to pinch yourself that its not real as the morning mist rolls in, or the sun breaks through the clouds in the afternoon.
And the story. Oh boy, the story. Obviously, we won't be crowned the sheriff of spoilertown here, but it's as gloriously epic as you'd expect from a Rockstar game - even if the opening few hours are a little slow.
As beautiful as it is deep, Horizon: Zero Dawn creates an astonishingly rich world to explore and get lost in. On top of all that post-apocalyptic prettiness, the core gameplay loop of hunting and taking down various mechanical creatures is the real draw here. The use of slower weapons like bows creates a far more tactical take on the action - you have to think about your strategies and consider your options rather than just charge in blasting. Once you're done with the main game, there is a sizeable, challenging expansion with The Frozen Wilds.
Easily one of the best games of this generation. God of War is - in many ways - a complete fresh for this action series. While Kratos is still very angry, the game still features moments of horrific violence, and the action continues to be smooth and brutal, the whole structure and pace has been completely revamped.
Now you're free to explore the world and unearth all its secrets as you go through, and there are so many layers to this game. Puzzles are incredibly smart, set-pieces impress, and Kratos is a much more rounded character - especially when it comes to the interactions with Atreus, his son.
It also helps that the game looks staggeringly good, from scripted scenes to the way combat flows freely, all taking place in a world that feels alive and historied. There's no better showcase game for PS4.
It's a gorgeous exclusive that reinvents one of the console's longest-serving, most loved characters. It's heaps of fun to play, and the game just keeps inviting you to dig deeper and deeper to discover all its goodies.
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