10 of the Greatest PlayStation 4 Games Ever, According to Metacritic

 Jul 24, 2024

In terms of games, the second-best-selling gaming system, the PlayStation 4, has a very important position in history. Released in 2013, the system has served as Sony's main product for many years, accommodating millions of gamers across almost eight years. On the PlayStation 4, hundreds of incredible games have been launched throughout the years. Some of them managed to leave a lasting impression on us via their tales, even while others fell short of our high expectations. This is the list that is provided: According to Metacritic, these are the Top 10 Playstation 4 Games Ever.

To be clear, however, this isn't Abaere's personal or site list. Instead, it's a list of the PlayStation 4 titles with the highest Metacritic ratings. Because our reviews are included in the aggregator, AOTF did contribute to that Metacritic rating for each of these titles. Each game in the list below has a link to our review.

Exploration (July 21, 2015): 92

Not only is Journey a PlayStation 4 game, but it's also perhaps one of the most distinctive in gaming history, thus it seems sense that it would be on our list. Developed by the thatgamecompany, a company that has established itself with titles like Flow and Flower, it presents a compelling argument for the idea that video games are works of art. The game has an average score of 92, making it a remarkable experience with its amazing atmosphere and world design that separates it from reality.

(May 10, 2016) - 93

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End

These days, Naughty Dog and the PlayStation name are almost interchangeable. They have been kind enough to provide us with a ton of games in some of the largest gaming series over the last ten years. Uncharted 4, the last installment in the Uncharted series, is deserving of a spot on our list.Uncharted 4, which narrates Nathan Drake and his comrades' last adventure, was one of the PlayStation 4's first major titles. With its superb gameplay mechanics, Uncharted 4 continued where Uncharted 3 left off and managed to secure a spot on our list with 93 points.

September 1, 2015: Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain – 93

Among the most popular games in terms of reviewsWhen Hideo Kojima is discussed in 2015, The Phantom Pain is the first series that springs to mind. It was also the first game by Hideo Kojima with an open world, and it featured one of the most adored main characters in the game's history, Snake (also known as Big Boss). The Phantom Pain, the only game from Kojima Productions included in this ranking, has a score of 93.

93 in Persona 5 (April 4, 2017)

Widespread critical acclaim followed Persona 5's more approachable and novel direction for the franchise. Persona 5 promised an experience that no other game could match with its whole new characters, special technological elements, and comic-like scenarios. The outcome was also excellent. Because of the favorable reviews, Persona 5 achieved an average score of 93 points, making it the seventh-most successful PlayStation 4 game ever.

June 19, 2020: The Last of Us Part II – 93

Without a doubt, The Last of Us Part II is the most contentious game on the list. A choice the sequel made in the plot was the reason it was so divisive when it was released, years after the very popular first game. Some gamers were so incensed by the choice that threats of murder were issued to the actors portraying the characters. Of course, this option has no negative effects on the game's quality. due to the fact that the game, with an average of 93 points, has earned a spot on our list.

God of War, Volume 94 (April 20, 2018)

Years after the third game, the God of War series—one of the most popular hack & slash games ever—appears in an entirely new format. Everyone adored the game because of the entirely redesigned camera perspective, the story's shift from Greek to Norse mythology, and the redefined Kratos. We were unaware that we needed the God of War that Cory Barlog and his amazing crew produced.

July 29, 2014: The Last of Us Remastered – 95

For the PlayStation 3, The Last of Us was perhaps the finest game. In those latter days of the Xbox, Naughty Dog, having shown its brilliance with Uncharted, had a fantastic game. Years later, the PlayStation 4 Remastered version of the game is returning. The game's average score indicates that just one masterpiece remained for 2014. This contemporary classic's remastered edition received an astounding 95 out of 100.

Persona 5 Royal (March 31, 2020) – 95

You would be mistaken if you believed that Persona 5 was the pinnacle of the Persona series. With the release of Persona 5 Royal, Atlus outdid themselves. A fantastic item was made even better by adding some more material while keeping all the sweetness from the original release. Critics awarded this with a score that was even higher than the previous release, at 95.

(November 18, 2014) – 97 Grand Theft Auto V

One franchise that always surpasses itself is Grand Theft Auto. Since Rockstar Games doesn't release a new game every year, any improvements are significant, and GTA V was no exception. Although the game was first released on the PlayStation 3, the PlayStation 4 version that came after it was truly a masterpiece. At 97, it stands as the greatest PlayStation 4 game ever made.

On October 26, 2018, Red Dead Redemption 2

– 97

Similar to Grand Theft Auto V, the number one spot on this list goes to another game created by Rockstar Games. There is currently no game that can compare to Red Dead Redemption 2 as a masterwork of open world design. Red Dead Redemption 2 offers one of the most exquisite and lifelike open environments ever made, bringing the American West to life. With its amazing characters, captivating narrative, stunning visuals, and flawless attention to detail, it's no surprise that Rockstar's best PlayStation 4 game ever, ranked 97th, is at the top of our list.

Ultimately, it is preferable to focus on the enjoyment of the gaming experiences rather than the points earned, although sometimes it is important to revisit the classic games. What are your thoughts on the list of the greatest PlayStation 4 games ever created, which was compiled using Metacritic scores? Which of the video games with high ratings but not on the list, such as Bloodborne, Undertale, or The Witcher 3, belong here? Tell us in the space provided for comments below.