PLAYSTATION 4

Spider-Man

Superpowers may not be new to videogames, but web-based locomotion is very much Spider-Man’s thing. Add developer Insomniac Games’ air for speed and animation, and this PS4 exclusive is already shaping up to be a blockbuster. It features an original story set well into Peter Parker’s double life, with multiple Spidey suits for players to pick from. (Out: 7 Sep 2018)

Ghost of Tsushima

Sucker Punch are taking a more rooted approach with this samurai actionadventure game. Set during the 1924 Mongol invasion of Japan, players must resort to stealth and slick swordplay in the face of overwhelming odds. They’ve only shown a slice of this openworld game, but it’s a visually impressive slice nonetheless. (Out: TBA)

The Last of Us: Part II

Fans were treated to some tantalizing gameplay as a grownup Ellie comes to a horrically violent clash against a band of cultists. We spot improved scavenging and AI systems for this highly-anticipated sequel, though it’s the animation work that has observers blown away. Could this be the high-ying swan song of the PS4? (Out: TBA)