5 PlayStation 4 Games That Still Hold Up in 2024
PlayStation 4 was released back in 2013 and since then it’s had a wonderful journey. There have been so many great games released exclusively for this console, that if I were to name them all it would take me a while.
So many hours/days spent playing all the amazing games that came out. If I had to do it all again, I would. Unfortunately, I can’t. What I can do is to make a short list of my top PS4 games that still look great and can be replayed at any time.
1. Ghost of Tsushima
You might already know this — Ghost of Tsushima is one of my favorite games ever and nothing will change that.
If you were to compare it to any newly released games, Ghost of Tsushima beats 95% of them. It has an amazing story, great gameplay, and from a graphical standpoint is a masterpiece.
If you haven’t played it yet and want to find more about it, you can read my full review here.
2. God of War
Another game on the list that is for the books. From the announcement to the release to playing the game, everything was on point.
I really enjoyed every part of the game. I got really invested in the story and explored every inch of the game. The graphics still hold up to this day — it’s filled with colors that just burst off the screen and keep you wowed at all times.
The animations are amazing and perfectly polished to the line that you have no choice but get immersed into the gameplay. When it comes to the cutscenes and voice acting they are on another level, some might even say it’s on Hollywood quality level. All of the rewards and praises it received are rightfully earned.
3. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales
As someone who played all of the Spider-Man related games I feel like I’m qualified to talk about this.
I think Marvel’s Spider-man was/is a great game but with Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales they did so many improvements that I had no choice but to enjoy it more. The combat feels more realistic and smoother, puzzles are more enjoyable, and the story is more straightforward. The only bad thing that can be said is that the game might be too short.
4. Horizon Zero Dawn
Horizon Zero Dawn is a 2017 RPG game that follows a young protagonist named Aloy. She sets out to uncover the truth about her past. The story is set in the USA in the 31st century where robotic machines dominate the Earth.
For the most part, the graphics look great and the game runs smoothly. There are miniscule issues that aren’t easily noticeable for normal players but for the rest it’s just great. It definitely can go against most newer games and still come out on top.
5. Bloodborne
Bloodborne is an action RPG that many players consider one of the holy grails that was released on PS4 exclusively .
The perfect mix of great gameplay, cool fun weapons, amazing environment, incredible soundtrack, dark mysterious story, really great boss fights is what makes this game stand out more than others. It might be harder than most of the games you play but in the end that’s what makes it the most rewarding.
Best DLCs and Expansions for PS4 Games
The story doesn’t always end when the credits roll. Many of the PS4’s greatest games have received DLCs and expansions that offer new challenges, areas to explore, and deeper narratives, ensuring that players return to their favorite worlds long after the original release.
- Ghost of Tsushima: Iki Island Expansion: The Iki Island expansion for Ghost of Tsushima adds a whole new area to explore, complete with its own story, side missions, and new gameplay mechanics. This expansion delves into Jin Sakai’s past and introduces new combat techniques, including a more personal and emotional journey.
- God of War: New Game+: While God of War didn’t initially have a DLC in the traditional sense, its New Game+ mode released after the game’s launch extended its longevity. This mode allows players to start a new playthrough with all their gear and abilities from the original game, while adding new armor, weapons, and challenges.
- Marvel’s Spider-Man: The City That Never Sleeps DLC: Spider-Man: The City That Never Sleeps is a series of three story-based DLC packs that take the web-slinger to new heights. Each pack—The Heist, Turf Wars, and Silver Lining—introduces new characters, side missions, and challenges that expand on the world of Spider-Man.
- Bloodborne: The Old Hunters: Bloodborne’s The Old Hunters expansion takes players on a new journey into the madness of the game’s world, with new locations, enemies, weapons, and lore. This expansion adds hours of content and challenges, including the ability to summon new hunters into your world.
- Horizon: Zero Dawn – The Frozen Wilds: The Frozen Wilds expansion for Horizon: Zero Dawn adds a new snowy region, new robotic enemies, and deeper exploration of Aloy’s world. The story expansion introduces fresh challenges and a new area with beautifully harsh landscapes, perfect for players who wanted more of the open-world adventure.