PS4 HALL OF FAME THE LAST OF US REMASTERED

THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO CURRENT-GEN’S GREATEST GAMES

UNCHARTED 4: A THIEF’S END

Nathan Drake’s swansong is a daring evolution. It combines seriesdefining set-pieces, quietly devastating storytelling beats, and sprawling levels that make you feel like a real-life explorer. This franchise finale retains its signature charm, with the wisecracks flowing as fast as the bullets, while the new characters each justify their inclusion. With an astonishing attention to detail, it’s Naughty Dog’s best yet.

THE WITCHER 3: WILD HUNT GAME OF THE YEAR EDITION

The White Wolf’s epic journey is an RPG experience like no other on PS4. It’s been made even more spectacular with this gigantic pack stuffed with DLC, making this a must-have part of any gaming library.

HORIZON ZERO DAWN

A staggeringly large world that condenses cracking combat, accessible systems, and uncut eye-candy into an action RPG that will please anyone. In Aloy, PlayStation might just have a new icon. Come for the robo-fights, stay for the exquisitely dense mythology.

GRAND THEFT AUTO V

Laughing in the face of other cross-gen ports, GTA V on PS4 is more than just a mere HD remaster. Upped to a glorious 1080p, it weaves everything that made the PS3 original great, with new music, more dynamic weather, and a game-changing FPS mode.

BLOODBORNE

With the finest third-person melee combat in gaming, drool-worthy art design and the most twisted monsters imaginable, this is a gorgeously gothic must-have. The Old Hunters expansion adds enough nightmare fuel to make a return to Yharnam essential.

METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN

While retaining that distinct storytelling and sense of wonder that defines an MGS title, MGS V offers a level of freedom and creativity unheard of in any sandbox. Grand, majestic, and bittersweet, it’s an instant classic.

ASSASSIN’S CREED ORIGINS

In this impressively large Ancient Egyptian open world – there’s a wholedesert in your sandbox – you discover the roots of the Assassins. More challenging, enjoyable combat and stunning graphics mark a return to form for the series.

OVERWATCH

PS4’s best multiplayer shooter bursts with colour, character, and charm. At its core, Overwatch is a pleasing mix of empowerment and teamwork, enhanced by a raucous roster. Expect to become obsessed with landing Play Of The Game. Boop.

CALL OF DUTY: WWII

The shooter series returns to its roots. The singleplayer campaign ditches the tech for a grittier, more emotionally involved feel. Multiplayer, meanwhile, is stripped back and leaner. Zombies returns too, meaning there’s something for everyone.

RESIDENT EVIL VII: BIOHAZARD

Capcom’s greatest series returns to terrifying form thanks to a trip to Louisiana to meet the Baker family, who stalk you around their mansion. While the second half of the game doesn’t match the intensity of the first, this is a must for any horror fan.

MONSTER HUNTER: WORLD

Presenting a vibrant open world, light on story but heavy on action, this is the most accessible entry in the series yet. Perfecting the feel-good grind through its complex systems and pitch-perfect multiplayer, it’s a PS4 must-play.

TOWERFALL ASCENSION

You haven’t lived until you’ve enjoyed a four-player free-for-all in this instant couchplay classic. The solo campaign is fine by itself, but almost nothing beats the arrow-grabbing, death-defying last-second kills of local multiplayer’s mayhem.

DISHONORED 2

This strong follow-up to one of PS3’s greatest mixes a creative skillset with impressive level design to create a Kaldwin-ning immersive sim. From the shifting rooms of The Clockwork Mansion to discovering how to link your powers, there’s near-endless scope for experimenting. This modern masterpiece just gets stronger with age, like a full-bodied stilton. A starkly brutal, emotionally honest take on the end of the world, Naughty Dog’s stealth shooter is quite simply one of the best games ever, even if this PS4 port doesn’t add much to it.

PERSONA 5

Atlus’ anime wonder dazzles thanks to its mix of friendship building, stylish dungeons, and speedy turn-based combat. Add a story oozing with darkness and taboo-busting confidence and you have the gold standard for JRPGs on PS4.

LIFE IS STRANGE

The sublime writing and pacing of this episodic narrative will have you agonising over choices, and then marvelling at their flawless integration. To quote heroine Max’s BFF Chloe, it’s “hella” good. You’ll wish you could play it all over again for the first time.

TITANFALL 2

Respawn’s mech masterclass crashes onto PlayStation, bringing an inventive single-player story (including some of the finest levels ever to grace PS4) and a fluid multiplayer that rewards creative thinking. This is setting the bar for pure shooters on PS4.

ALIEN ISOLATION

Explore Ridley Scott’s original vision of a horror-tinged future in startling fidelity with an attention to detail that borders on the obsessive. It’s time to remember what made the xenomorph so scary in the first place… and then get killed by it. Bluepoint completely overhauls the visuals of Team Ico’s masterpiece but still manages to match the original step-for-step in its remake. New controls and a beautiful photo mode add to the package. Wander’s tragic quest has never looked or played better.

DRAGON BALL FIGHTERZ

The most beautiful game on PS4? Possibly. This fighter from genre masters Arc System Works is a polished gem packed with content. Whether you’re a hardcore fight fan or solo arcade basher, or just love the anime, Dragon Ball FighterZ sets a new standard.

BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT

Rocksteady sends the Bat out with a bang. A compelling, cathartic story adds new layers to the Dark Knight, while PS4 allows Gotham to blossom with a truly amazing engine. The stealth still sings, the fisticuffs are fab, and the Batmobile is brilliant.

CELESTE

Helping Madeline climb a mountain might be the basic premise, but this is so much more. Near-perfect movement and a tender story initially charm, but it’s the sheer volume of things to discover that makes this rewarding indie title the best platformer on PS4.

STREET FIGHTER V: ARCADE ED.

This fighter has finally come into its own. Arcade combines all previously released DLC, a slicker UI, and new modes, including fine-tuned online play. The titular mode, which explores over 30 years of series history, makes a welcome return to the ring too.

FIFA 18

With smooth, gorgeous on-field action and the best suite of modes of any sports game on PS4, EA’s monstrously popular footie sim is back at the top of the table. Fair warning, though: Ultimate Team will suck up every spare moment you have.

DRIVECLUB

This phenomenal racer leaves its rivals for dust due to gorgeous graphics, strong social features and great handling. Major add-on Driveclub Bikes is also the greatest bike racing game on PS4, thanks to making driving on two wheels fun again.