20 must-play blockbusters on PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue

From big-name franchises to brand-new breakout hits, experience a range of essential blockbusters with a PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium subscription.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Reunite with galaxy-saving veterans Ratchet and Clank as they traverse dimensions to repel the latest existential threat: an evil robotic emperor intent on conquering their world.

Separated after an encounter with returning villain Doctor Nefarious, the duo finds themselves adrift and reliant on new companions - including fellow Lombax Rivet - to save the multiverse. Seamlessly travel between dimensions and wield an arsenal of inventive weaponry in an adventure built to take full advantage of the power of the PlayStation 5 console.

For players who liked: Psychonauts 2, Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time

Genre: 3DPlatformer

Death Stranding Director's Cut

Step into the weathered shoes of post-apocalyptic courier Sam Porter Bridges to reconnect a splintered society, one package at a time. 

In this original, star-studded adventure from Hideo Kojima an extinction event has brought BTs, creatures from the afterlife, to Earth. With a backpack full of survival tools and a Bridge Baby strapped to your chest, you’ll set out to deliver cargo and rebuild connections throughout a breathtaking but dangerous world.

For players who liked: Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, Ghostwire: Tokyo

Genre: Open-world / Action

Returnal

Crashland onto Atropos, a shifting planet of alien biomes, ancient civilizations and scores of inhabitants who are less than thrilled by your arrival.

At Returnal’s core are flow-state gunplay and an atmospheric electronica soundtrack, pulled together by a central mystery that will keep you coming back for more.

For players who likedAlienation, Hades, Doom Eternal

Genre: Action / Roguelike

Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales

If the Supervillains of Marvel's New York thought they’d get an easy ride with Spider-Man out of town, they’ve got another thing coming.

The follow-up to Insomniac Games’ incredibly realized Marvel's Spider-Man (2018) delivers a heartfelt coming-of-age story and builds on its predecessor’s hefty combat.

For players who liked:Batman Arkham Knight, inFAMOUS: Second Son

Genre:Open-world / Super Hero

DOOM Eternal

Discover the origins of the iconic 'DOOM Slayer' and his enduring mission to rip and tear in the latest cutting-edge chapter of the influential series. 

Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Set out on an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stave off the final destruction of humanity. Combine ferocious speed, unstoppable force and devastating weaponry as you tear Hell's minions limb from limb.

For players who liked:Borderlands 3Dead Space

Genre: First-person shooter / horror

Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection

Seek your legacy and leave your mark on the map in UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection. Experience Naughty Dog’s thrilling, cinematic storytelling and the iconic franchise’s largest blockbuster action set pieces.

Discover lost history with the charismatic thieves, Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer, as they travel the world pursuing extraordinary adventures and lost lore.

For players who liked:The Last of Us Part I, Control

Genre: Action / Single-player

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade

This remaster of the classic PlayStation JRPG boasts graphics that surpass the pre-rendered cinematics of the original and sports a faithfully updated version of the game's treasured soundtrack.

The new battle system caters for new players and fans alike, with a blend of real-time combat and menu-driven special attacks, spells and powerful limit breaks. It's all tied together by a narrative designed to keep even hardened aficionados guessing with significant additions and alterations.

For players who liked: Final Fantasy XVI, Persona 5 Royal

Genre: JRPG / Action

Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut

Engage in unconventional warfare as a rebellious samurai who goes to extreme measures to defend feudal Japan from a devastating invasion.

Master the art of the blade and the bow as you explore the stunning landscape of Tsushima island. Reclaim your homeland by evolving beyond your samurai training and seek out allies across an enormous open world filled with opportunities for reflection and revenge.

For players who liked: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Elden Ring 

Genre: Open-world / Single-player

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.

Master an unforgiving jungle setting in order to survive, explore underwater environments filled with crevasses and deep tunnel systems, and discover dark and brutal tombs.

For players who liked:Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, Horizon Forbidden West

Genre: Survival / Single-player

Detroit: Become Human

Confront what it means to be human in a near-future society where synthetic servants have flooded the workforce.

As a trio of androids developing complex human emotions, you’ll encounter unlikely allies and fierce opposition across the city of Detroit. Make difficult moral choices to shape their destiny and carve a path through a branching narrative full of intrigue and surprise.

For players who liked: NieR Automata, Life is Strange Remastered Collection

Genre: Narrativeadventure / Single-player

Far Cry 6

Welcome to Yara, a tropical paradise frozen in time. Far Cry 6 immerses players into the adrenaline-filled world of a modern-day guerrilla revolution. 

Playing as Dani Rojas, join the revolution and push back against the oppressive regime of dictator Antón Castillo and his teenage son Diego, brought to life by Hollywood stars Giancarlo Esposito (The Mandalorian, Breaking Bad) and Anthony Gonzalez (Coco).

For players who liked: Red Dead Redemption 2, Just Cause 4

Genre: Open-world / First-person shooter

Scarlet Nexus

Wield unique psionic powers in a bold imagining of a distant, far-future earth overrun by deranged mutants known as ‘Others’.

Join the Other Suppression Force (OSF) in a stylish JRPG from Namco Bandai Entertainment and harness extra-sensory psionic abilities to fight back against the onslaught from above as humanity’s last line of defence.

For players who liked: Persona 5 Royal, Final Fantasy XV

Genre: Role-playing game / JRPG

God of War

With his vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive while teaching his son to do the same.

This staggering reimagining of God of War combines all the hallmarks of the iconic series – brutal combat, epic boss fights, and breathtaking scale – and fuses them with a powerful and moving narrative that re-establishes Kratos’ world. 

For players who liked: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, The Last of Us Part 1

Genre: Single-player

Rider's Republic

Grab your bike, skis, snowboard or wingsuit,  squad up with your friends and jump into a massive multiplayer playground.  Feel the rush of downhill races, dominate maps in team vs team competitions, or give it your best shot in epic PvP races with more than 50 other players.

Live out the rider's fantasy as you roam free in a vibrant open world, buzzing with other players. Immerse yourself in iconic American national parks including Bryce Canyon, Yosemite Valley, Mammoth Mountain... all mashed up for you to shred!

For players who liked: Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2, Gran Turismo 7

Genre:Open-world / Sports

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Control

Wield sinister supernatural powers as the unwitting new director of the Federal Bureau of Control, a shadowy government organization sheltered inside a space-defying skyscraper.

As outsider Jesse Faden, you'll attempt to cleanse the FBC's headquarters of the Hiss, an otherworldly threat that turns its employees into puppets. Wander atmospheric spaces, battle enemies with your shapeshifting Service Weapon and seek the truth behind Jesse's missing brother as you explore a mind-bending rabbit hole from Remedy Entertainment.

For players who liked: Alan Wake 2, SOMA

Genre: Horror / Single-player

Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Turn an outcast into an icon in this tale of Spartan heroism that lets you explore a vibrant recreation of Ancient Greece.

Choose to play as Alexios or Kassandra and tailor their myth-infused story to your liking. Bolster your abilities with upgrades, find game-changing gear and get acquainted with historic figures across a vast open world. Sail, ride and scout your way through the landscape, dodging vicious mercenaries and engaging in naval combat while on the trail of a mysterious cult.

For players who liked: Horizon Forbidden West, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Genre: Open-world / Adventure

Kingdom Hearts 3

Journey through faithfully recreated fantasy worlds and thwart the Heartless in this blockbuster collaboration between Square Enix and Disney.

Encounter, befriend and fight alongside Donald Duck, Goofy and a troupe of beloved heroes from movies such as Monsters, Inc., Toy Story and Tangled. As the storied Keyblade wielder Sora, engage in hack-and-slash combat and call on the magic of your companions to overcome the forces of darkness with the power of friendship. 

For players who liked: Final Fantasy XV, Neo: The World Ends With You

Genre: JRPG

Lost Judgment

As lawyer-turned-private eye Takayuki Yagami investigate a criminal conspiracy and dole out martial arts justice in modern-day Japan.

Leverage a suite of stealthy gadgets to infiltrate and expose the truth of the matter with your ex-yakuza partner Masaharu Kaito. Outside of the gripping campaign, explore faithful recreations of the Tokyo and Yokohama districts, indulging in arcade games, side cases and copious minigames.

For players who liked: Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Yakuza 0

Genre: JRPG

Demon's Souls

Brandish weapons of war and powerful sorcery to boost your stats and overcome brutal boss battles in this stunning remake of From Software’s precursor to Dark Souls.

Explore the darkest corners of a forgotten, gloom-soaked kingdom, forging tenuous bonds with its remaining inhabitants as you attempt to unravel its blighted history. Team up with other players in co-op to chart the fractured forks of the Nexus or invade the world of another player to engage in tactical PvP duels.

For players who liked: Elden Ring, Lies of P

Genre: Single-player / Adventure

Life is Strange: True Colours

Embrace a volatile supernatural ability and uncover dark secrets buried by a small town in Life Is Strange: True Colours, an emotional, narrative-led adventure game brimming with mystery.

Alex Chen always thought her long-suppressed ability was a curse. With the psychic power of Empathy, she can detect and manipulate the emotions of those around her. However, when her brother dies in an apparent accident, it may be the only thing that can uncover the truth of what really happened.

For players who liked:Gone Home, Tales from the Borderlands

Genre:Narrative / Adventure