20 Best NEW PlayStation 5 Games of 2024

Are you after some games to mark down on the 2024 calendar? In this list we’re going to highlight some of the best PlayStation 5 titles coming our way. With that said, don’t considered this list ranked in any particular way. We’re going to be covering a lot of games both exclusives, third-party releases, and several genres.

Update: We will continue to update this list periodically throughout the year, so you will likely see some games removed or added. These games are not ranked in any particular order, as the focus here is to showcase titles we are excited to see hit the marketplace.

#20 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Are you ready to find out the truth? Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is set in a key period of world history, where the Cold War has ended, the Soviet Union has fallen, and yet, something still doesn’t feel right. Some people within the US suspect that there’s something going on the government doesn’t want the citizens to know about, and that’s what they’re looking into.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will feature a deep campaign mode, hopefully, and a robust multiplayer experience so that gamers new and old will have the time of their lives shooting their way through missions and multiplayer maps.

#19 Lego Horizon Adventures

If you’re familiar with the story of Aloy, you know that she lives in a world where past and present collide, and some heavy things are always surrounding her. So now, imagine that story and world…in LEGO form. Yep, this is happening! Lego Horizon Adventures is coming, and Guerrilla Games wants fans old and new to experience the title to see just how these adventures play in the LEGO space.

While we’re not sure just how deep into the tale it’ll go, you can bet there will be plenty of characters to play as comedy to be had, and unique uses of LEGO to make the game stand out from the originals.

#18 Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Are you ready for a new adventure in the beloved platforming series? That’s good because Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the first new entry in quite some time. Oh, and unlike the remake we discussed earlier, we KNOW this game is coming out in 2024. It even has a release date!

The game will feature you as Sargon, a prodigy with skills that earned him a place in the prince’s royal guard. However, the prince is soon kidnapped and taken to a mystical place. Separated from your comrades, you must work your way through this mysterious place, unlock new abilities, and find the prince before it’s too late.

#17 Alone in the Dark

The first 3D survival horror game was Alone in the Dark, released in 1992. If there were other horror games that came before it, Alone in the Dark is the first one to introduce a character walking in a haunted house – and most importantly, in 3D. It inspired many games after it, the most popular being Resident Evil in 1996.

This icon of survival horror games is back in 2024 with a remake. Players will be able to (re)discover the adventures of either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood as their try to uncover the mysteries of the Derceto mansion.

#16 The Last of Us Part II Remastered

Platform: PS5
Release Date: January 19, 2024

Whether you like the game or not, it’s not hard to see why some would be pumped for The Last of Us Part II Remastered. The “update” of the PS4 title will look even better on PS5 and PC when it arrives, and it might give gamers a chance to experience the story in a “new light” with the benefit of hindsight.

The game takes place a few years after the original title, and the relationship between Joel and Ellie isn’t as “basic” as before.

Plus, when key parties get involved, Ellie will take a dark path to get the revenge she feels she deserves. But how far will she go for it? You’ll need to load up your weaponry and find out.

#15 Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden

In the realm of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, there are two beings that you need to be mindful of: the living and the dead. Banishers are humans who attempt to eliminate the spirits that linger in our world. But when a couple finds themselves on opposite ends of the “living spectrum,” a new mission must be carried out.

You’ll go through this mysterious and intense world to find a way to bring your lover back. But it won’t be easy. Both characters have unique abilities to use to get rid of threats, but in the end, it’ll be your choice how the story ends.

#14 Rise of the Ronin

Welcome to Japan during the 19th century. But despite how things might look visually, all is not well in the land. The country has been at war for some time, and now, emissaries from the West are trying to influence the land.

In Rise of the Ronin, you’ll play as a lone swordsman whose goals are his own. You’ll go throughout the country and influence things how you desire. Plus, since you’re a former Samurai, you have a sword that you can use to take on enemies in various ways.

Whatever your path, the game will tailor itself to your decisions. So choose well what you want to do.

#13 Silent Hill 2 Remake

Silent Hill fans eagerly await Konami’s team to bring the franchise back to life. It’s been years since we received a game, but in October of 2022, Konami finally unveiled their plans for the IP. One of the projects in the works is a remake of Silent Hill 2, one of the more highly praised installments of the entire franchise. The Bloober Team, the folks behind The Medium, Layers of Fear, and Blair Witch, are working on this remake. The development team also noted that they are trying to keep the original story intact but providing new means to immerse players into this horrifying game world further. One of the ways they are doing that is with an over-the-shoulder camera. Veteran players and newcomers will get a chance to step into the role of James Sunderland, who ventures into the town of Silent Hill with hopes that his believed deceased wife is still alive.

#12 Tekken 8

The Tekken franchise is one of the longest-running, and most endearing, fighting game franchises out there, and for good reason. The series is known for its brutal fighting system, fun characters, and a fierceness about it that puts it above other franchises.

Tekken 7 is widely hailed as the best in the line because of not only its story, but the overall focus on gameplay and customization to make sure everyone enjoyed it. Now, Tekken 8 must try to top it, and the reveal trailer showed that things are picking up right where they left off. Jin and Kazuya are at it once more, and the game looks beautiful.

#11 Black Myth Wukong

Black Myth: Wu Kong is an upcoming action RPG inspired by a 16th-century Chinese novel called Journey to the West. The game follows the story of one of the main characters from the novel, a legendary mythical figure called the Monkey King. This monkey bears supernatural powers, rebelled against Heaven, and was trapped under a mountain by Buddha. Five hundred years later, he helps the hero from the novel travel West, from China to India.

The main character from Black Myth: Wu Kong bears an uncanny resemblance to the Monkey King, but with even more powers. This supernatural monkey, referred to in the game as “the Destined One,” is a powerful fighter that can turn into flying insects or a giant monster. The gameplay trailer of Black Myth: Wu Kong shows the various opponents he will have to face, from headless monks to a giant white dragon.

#10 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Oh, look! Ichiban is back! That can only mean nice and totally not weird things are about to happen, right?

Yeah, we all know better than that! Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth will continue the story of Ichiban as he attempts to build up a new life for himself while still being tied to the Yakuza life he has known for so long. The game will apparently “fill in the gaps” between certain entries while still being its own thing.

The turn-based RPG combat and quests will be present, given their success in the previous title, and things are likely to get even crazier in the sequel. So, if nothing else, prepare for things to get nuts.

#9 Persona 3 Reload

While it’s true that Atlus isn’t likely to give us the 6th mainline entry in its beloved RPG franchise anytime soon, at least they’re hard at work making the old games new again!

Persona 3 Reload will take gamers back to the entry that truly turned the franchise around. You’ll be a transfer student who is thrust into apocalyptic events via the dark world known as Tartarus. You’ll team up with others your age to make “SEES” and fight off monsters with your Personas.

The game is more than a simple remaster with updated graphics, voice acting, UI, and music. So you’ll want to check this out for sure.

#8 Dragon Age The Veilguard

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is the fourth installment in the Dragon Age series, and a direct sequel to 2014’s Dragon Age: Inquisition. After several development hiccups, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is finally making its way to our consoles.

The story will follow the events of Dragon Age: Inquisition and its third and final DLC, Trespasser. We don’t know much about Dragon Age: Dreadwolf yet, besides that it takes place in Tevinter Imperium and stars a “kind of person [enemies] will never see coming,” according to the 2020 Game Awards trailer. This hero will not be a figure of prophecy with a “magic hand,” but their exact identity remains a mystery.

#7 Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

Picture this, please. The world has gotten an undead problem. But this time, it’s because of the gods! Yep, the gods are trying to take over the world with an undead army, and they’re doing a pretty good job of wrecking humanity.

So, in Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, you’ll be part of a coalition of humans who are tired of losing and are doing everything they can to fight back. You’ll need to use magic and might to push back the armies of the undead and take the fight right to the gods!

But whether that works out will be up to you. Think you’re up to the challenge?

#6 Destiny 2: The Final Shape

When Bungie set out to make a sequel to their sci-fi epic, they knew they had to do something grand not just to capture the imagination of gamers, but ensure that they would stick with the game for a long time. That plan came to fruition through their numerous DLC expansions. Each told a story that was leading to a singular moment, and now, that moment has come.

Destiny 2: The Final Shape brings the story of The Witness to an end and possibly the end of everything as we know it! You’ll need to bring every ally you have and figure out a way to stop the “Final Shape” before it’s too late.

#5 Dragon’s Dogma II

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: March 22, 2024

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It’s not enough to say that a game is a “fantasy RPG.” You have to do more than that. You have to showcase a world that people will want to try out and travel deep into so they’ll have memorable experiences.

In Dragon’s Dogma 2, Capcom did its best to do just that, and the results are quite striking. There are numerous fantastical things to experience here, and as you go deeper into the world, you’ll see just how much you can influence it and the people within.

So get your “Pawns” ready, and see what kind of world you leave behind in your wake.

#4 Helldivers 2

Are you ready to blow up alien monsters in the name of peace? There really shouldn’t be any hesitation on that answer because Helldivers 2 will let you destroy creatures with the biggest and most powerful weapons possible just so you can say you helped save your planet.

The game will put you in overwhelming scenarios where more firepower is the only “right answer” to get out of them. Plus, you’ll work in a team, so you can wipe out the alien menaces even faster!

The more progress you make, the more weapons you can unlock! So what are you waiting for? Your planet needs you…to blow things up!

#3 Star Wars Outlaws

When it comes to games from a galaxy far, far away, it used to be very hit-or-miss as to whether they’d actually be any good. But recent times have shown that they can shine with the right people behind them. Ubisoft is the team behind Star Wars Outlaws, and early indications are that it will be something special.

The game will take place during the original trilogy, but it’s not focusing on the “main storyline” of those films, just the time period. You’ll be Kay Vess, who is attempting to get a new life for herself and has to outlast the criminal underworld to make that happen. Good luck with that!

#2 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is the first DLC by FromSoftware for their GOTY title that many people still rave about. And raving about it, they should be!

After all, the game was an incredible evolution of what the developer had done in the past, and the vast world, with its unique lore, had players wanting more. With this DLC, they’ll get that. But, true to their nature, we don’t know much about the DLC as it stands.

Based on what we do know, it will focus on key characters within the lore and possibly flesh out the world even more. The only thing we can be certain about is that people will die in the game.

#1 Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth

In 2020, Square Enix unveiled Final Fantasy VII Remake. As its name suggests, this game is a remake of the popular 1997 PlayStation game Final Fantasy VII. However, Final Fantasy VII Remake doesn’t cover the entire story of the original game. It is the first in a planned trilogy of games, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the second one.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth picks up the adventures of Cloud and his friends where Final Fantasy VII Remake ended. The heroes are leaving Midgar, with Cloud and Sephiroth taking a walk into a wider world in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s reveal trailer.