The PlayStation 5 (PS5) has been out for over two years now and the library of must-play exclusives and third-party games continues to grow. As we head into 2024, the PS5 game lineup is looking extremely promising with new sequels, fresh IP’s, and next-gen upgrades of beloved franchises on the way.
If you recently picked up a PS5 or are looking for your next game to dive into, these are the titles you should definitely have on your radar for 2024.
God of War Ragnarök
Santa Monica Studio’s God of War Ragnarök is one of the most anticipated sequels coming in 2024. The narrative adventure game continues the Norse saga of Kratos and Atreus as the two encounter legendary figures and confront their complicated family destiny head-on.
Ragnarök pushes the PS5 hardware allowing for richer exploration, fluid combat with upgraded weapons and skills, and jaw-dropping visuals brought to life through the power of the console’s custom SSD and ray tracing capabilities. Fans of the 2018 God of War and those new to the series won’t want to miss out on this system-selling epic.
Final Fantasy XVI
The beastly and brutal realm of Valisthea is the setting for Final Fantasy XVI. Serving as the mainline series’ next numbered entry and first true PS5 exclusive Final Fantasy title, FF16 is angling to be the most spectacular game in the franchise thanks to its high-octane action-based combat.
Putting players in control of protagonist Clive Rosfield, they must utilize a range of weapons, magic abilities, and even the might of powerful Eikons (summons) to restore peace to the war-torn kingdoms of Valisthea and overcome the Endsinger. Final Fantasy XVI’s dark fantasy narrative and movie-quality cutscenes make it one of 2024’s most cinematic and narrative-driven exclusives.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Insomniac Games is web-slinging its way onto PS5 consoles once again with the highly anticipated Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. The sequel to 2018’s universally acclaimed Spider-Man on PS4, Spider-Man 2 has Peter Parker teaming up with Miles Morales as the heroic duo face off against fan-favorite villain Venom.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 makes the most of PS5 features with its own Heroic and Spectacular graphical modes allowing players to prioritize either 4K resolution or high framerates up to a smooth 60fps. Web-swinging across the bustling Manhattan skyline at a fluid frame rate truly allows players to feel like Spidey himself. Combine that with new combat capabilities, expanded traversal moves, and refined control/haptic feedback thanks to the DualSense controller and Spider-Man fans are in for an absolute treat with this 2024 exclusive.
Street Fighter 6
Capcom is prepping its acclaimed fighting game series for next-gen consoles with Street Fighter 6. Launching as a PS5 console exclusive, SF6 ushers in a new era of innovation and gameplay depth to what’s already one of the most revered fighting titles ever created.
HDR lighting and visuals make combat pop while the PlayStation 5’s SSD results in lightning-fast load times so the action is never interrupted. All 18 launch fighters have been rebuilt from the ground up allowing for richer background interactions mid-match. Meanwhile, Capcom is expanding its online offering with more social features, cross-play support, and a built-in Battle Hub so players can practice and improve their skills. For fighting connoisseurs, SF6 stands to be the most comprehensive Street Fighter package yet when it launches in 2024.
Hogwarts Legacy
Harry Potter fans can finally be transported to the Wizarding World like never before in Hogwarts Legacy. Players create their own Hogwarts student as they master spells, brew potions, tend to fantastic beasts, and uncover hidden secrets.
Built exclusively for current and next-gen hardware, Hogwarts Legacy taps into PS5 features to make players feel truly immersed in the magical school grounds. Performance mode targets 60fps action while fidelity mode displays the haunting castle corridors, vibrant greenhouses, and Potterverse landmarks in native 4K. The DualSense wireless controller even provides immersive haptic feedback so every wand gesture, magical skill, and supernatural encounter feels more lifelike. For the ultimate Hogwarts experience, look no further than Hogwarts Legacy on PS5.
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Capcom is remaking one of the most beloved and influential horror games of all time – Resident Evil 4. Launching on PS5, this remake of the 2005 classic receives a full next-gen overhaul with photorealistic visuals, 3D audio, adaptive trigger support, and modernized gameplay.
The terrifying return to rural Spain puts players against cultists, monstrous creatures, and series veteran Ada Wong. Utilizing the RE Engine showcased in recent series entries, RE4 remake promises slick third-person shooting, puzzle solving, resource management, all punctuated by the dread of its iconic enemies. For a whole new take on the progenitor of the over-the-shoulder shooter, the Resident Evil 4 remake is shaping up to be survival horror at its best on PS5.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage
The Assassin’s Creed franchise is heading back to its stealth-action roots with Mirage. Set 20 years before the first assassins creed game, players take control of Basim, a cunning street thief with dreams of being a ‘Hidden One’ (an assassin) in 9th century Baghdad.
Built for current and next-gen systems, Mirage foregrounds fluid parkour navigation, dynamic crowd stealth scenarios, and sandbox mission design harkening back to earlier series entries. Meanwhile, the bustling Basra streets are brought to life through vivid environmental details and lifelike NPC behaviors powered by the PS5. For Assassin’s Creed veterans longing for the franchise’s classic pillars of stealth gameplay, engrossing historical settings, and assassin fantasy fulfillment, Mirage will satisfy on all fronts.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
The story of Jedi Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Set five years after Jedi: Fallen Order, Cal is more rugged and battleworn as he continues evading the Empire’s constant pursuit.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor expands combat with new lightsaber forms and Force powers, spaces out traversal and puzzles across larger, more complex levels, and supports ray traced reflections as well as performance and quality display options to leverage PS5 hardware. Add in cameos from fan-favorite Star Wars characters and Survivor stands to be the most cinematic and powerful Star Wars gaming experience yet when it launches next year.
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League
Take control of Harley Quinn, Deadshot, King Shark or Captain Boomerang as the titular Suicide Squad in this anarchic open-world action game. Set in the Batman: Arkham universe, Kill the Justice League has the squad facing off against brainwashed Justice League members like The Flash and Wonder Woman who have devastated Metropolis.
Exclusive to current and next-gen hardware, Suicide Squad leverages PS5 power for destructible environments, seamless local 4-player co-op, and flashy particle effects punctuating the mayhem. Add in deep skill trees for each squad member and this looks to be an entertaining cooperative experience for casually playing with friends or embracing creative chaos alone against overpowered enemies.
Horizon Call of the Mountain
Sony is also investing heavily in VR content for those who picked up a PSVR 2 headset. The most high-profile launch title for Sony’s new hardware is undoubtedly Horizon Call of the Mountain, an original story set in Guerrilla Games’ acclaimed Horizon universe.
Players inhabit former Shadow Carja warrior Ryas in this immersive FPS adventure as he embarks on a perilous journey across the majestic and dangerous Carja Sundom region. PSVR 2’s eye tracking and haptic feedback make archery combat and traversal feel completely intuitive while the visual fidelity allows players to examine machines, landscapes, and characters up close unlike anything the series has offered before. For a true next-gen VR showcase, Horizon Call of the Mountain leads the charge in 2024.
This covers 10 of the most promising PlayStation 5 exclusives and best third-party showcases coming down the pipeline in 2024. From hotly anticipated sequels like God of War Ragnarök and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 to cinematic new chapter’s in storied franchises such as Final Fantasy XVI and Resident Evil 4, the PS5 game lineup shows no signs of slowing.
Which of these upcoming PS5 titles are you most excited for? Did we leave anything off this list that you can’t wait to play? Let us know!