The 15 Best PS5 Games Right Now

There is a reason Sony's PlayStation 5 is dominating the competition and has positioned itself to be the best gaming console experience right now.

The PS5's appeal is its lengthy catalog of exclusive and cross-platform games spanning multiple genres alongside the extra functionality you get from the DualSense controller that layers in a more dynamic experience with advanced haptics.

The numbers speak volumes. PlayStation 5 has dominated this console generation in sheer sales, outselling Xbox five to one in the first quarter of 2024 and over 59 million consoles shipped as of March, said director of research and insights at Niko Partners Daniel Ahmad on social media.

To help you narrow your game choices, CNET curated this list of the best Sony PlayStation 5 games you can buy right now.

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How we determined CNET's best PS5 games

When creating this list of best PS5 games, we factored in how unique and enjoyable these games are for most players, from impressive graphics to novel gameplay to compelling narratives. Our picks cover a variety of genres from fantasy to retro platformers to shooters to racing games, and while we favored console-exclusive games you won't find on Xbox, PC or Nintendo Switch, we also included some can't-miss games that appear on multiple platforms. If you're looking for help choosing your next game, CNET's top PS5 list is a good place to start narrowing your choices.