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The best single-player action & adventure games for PS4 and PS5

Lose yourself in breath-taking single-player campaigns filled with stunning locations, thrilling set-pieces and unforgettable stories.

Single-player sci-fi games

Out-of-this-world adventures

Explore worlds beyond our own, planets orbiting impossibly distant stars, or come back to an Earth in ruin after humanity’s been driven from its home. 

Stellar Blade

Become EVE in this action-RPG set in the ruins of an Earth left behind by humanity and now overrun by an alien menace.

  • EVE’s mission is to drive back the malevolent force of the Naytiba - but this task is anything but straightforward.
  • Enjoy ferociously fast combat, cutting through enemies and dodging attacks, and use all your skill to defeat enormous bosses.
  • Set in a post-apocalyptic world that blends beauty and horror, Stellar Blade is a visual tour de force.
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Stellar Blade is released for PlayStation 5 on 26 April 2024

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

Picking up five years after Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, this new story follows Cal as he tries to outrun the Empire while developing his Jedi skills.

  • As one of the few remaining Jedi in the galaxy, Cal is a wanted man and must be careful about who he trusts.
  • Cinematic combat takes you into the heat of battle, as Cal’s lightsaber can be wielded several ways, complemented by Force powers.
  • Explore all-new and familiar Star Wars locations, and wander from the beaten path to uncover secrets.
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Story trailer
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Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

FromSoftware’s (Dark Souls, Elden Ring) much-admired mech-combat series returns, setting its action on a distant planet in the grip of a catastrophe.

  • Pilot your mech in dynamic, three-dimensional battles, using mobility across land and air to get the upper hand.
  • Customise your mech to suit your playstyle, with a huge range of configurations to experiment with.
  • Navigate the treacherous environments of Rubicon 3, a planet that humanity has mined to the point of a cosmic emergency. 
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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Jump between dimensions and realities in this action-packed 3D platformer starring the spacefaring Lombax Ratchet, his robotic pal Clank and new playable character Rivet.

  • Use an outrageous arsenal of quirky weapons to bring a halt to an evil robotic emperor’s nefarious plans.
  • Zip over cityscapes, boost into combat and slip through rifts between dimensions using new physics-defying gadgets.
  • The newly introduced Rivet is a lone-wolf from another dimension who fights to bring peace to the Omniverse.
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Single-player fantasy games

Fighting and fantasy

Take part in epic battles using unreal abilities and mythical weapons.

God of War Ragnarök

Kratos and Atreus cross the Nine Realms once more in this sequel to 2018’s critically acclaimed God of War.

  • Explore stunning, mythical landscapes and encounter gods and monsters alike as you investigate a prophesised battle that will end the world.
  • Learn more about Atreus’s past and future, his relationship with Kratos and his connection to Ragnarök.
  • Use the Leviathan Axe, Blades of Chaos and more to battle enemy creatures, including several formidable foes that will push Kratos to his limits.
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Combat guide
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Launch trailer
Story trailer

Elden Ring

Mix sorcery with steel and embrace the challenge of Elden Ring’s demanding but fair combat. Fans of Demon's Souls will know what to expect – but this game is also welcoming of newcomers, too.

  • Traverse a breathtaking open world, discovering secrets and chasing mysteries as you seek to understand the power of the Elden Ring.
  • Create a character and define your own play style by experimenting with different abilities. Call upon other players online for help in battle or participate in PvP combat.
  • Take your adventure further with Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, with new territories to discover, characters to meet and foes to face.
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Survival guide
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Overview trailer

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Become the sword-wielding, time-controlling prodigy Sargon in this side-scrolling action adventure.

  • Play as a brand-new Prince in this long-running series, combining acrobatic combat with Time Powers and super abilities to give you the edge over your enemies.
  • Explore a huge, vibrant world crawling with danger.
  • Discover more about the curse that blights these places and the creatures in them, solving puzzles and completing side quests to acquire hidden treasures.
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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

An action-RPG that initially seems very grounded, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth’s bizarre battles and surreal side quests push it into the realm of the fantastical.

  • Yakuza series stalwart Kazuma Kiryu joins Like a Dragon’s Ichiban Kasuga in an expansive adventure which takes our heroes to Honolulu City.
  • Outlandish abilities make combat truly unique, as characters fry enemies in giant woks and summon puppies to attack.
  • Many minigames, including faithful versions of Sega arcade classics, ensure there’s never a dull moment in this quirky and charming experience. 
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Blockbuster single-player games

Modern cinematic thrills

Feel your skin tingle as you perch on the edge of your seat for these captivating story-driven games.

The Last of Us Part II Remastered

When Ellie’s world is shattered, she sets out to find those responsible. At the same time, Abby seeks escape from her own life of conflict. Play as both characters in this sequel to one of gaming’s most-celebrated titles.

  • Use all your combat skills to survive demanding encounters or take a stealth approach to pass foes without being seen.
  • Climb crumbling skyscrapers, navigate raging waterways and stalk the shadows of abandoned stores in an immersive experience that pairs creative gameplay with an emotional story.
  • Take on the new No Return roguelike mode, a battle for survival against waves of enemies.
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Discover The Last of Us
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Resident Evil 4

Capcom’s legendary survival horror game of 2005 is remade, reimagined and revitalised in this ground-up remake.

  • Leon S Kennedy, having survived the events of Resident Evil 2, is sent to Europe to investigate the disappearance of the US president’s daughter. But the locals are no longer themselves.
  • These new enemies, Ganados, aren’t mindless zombies. Infected by a parasite, they work together to stop Leon.
  • Resident Evil 4 features updated story scenarios and veterans will enjoy twists on classic moments.
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Discover Resident Evil
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Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection

Featuring Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, the Legacy of Thieves Collection is the best way to play these remastered Naughty Dog adventures.

  • Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Fraser in standalone stories that continue the narrative of the Uncharted series.
  • Hold your breath during blockbuster set pieces that see our protagonists dodge disaster by the skin of their teeth and take up arms against enemies in testing shootouts.
  • Hunt for treasures and solve puzzles in an award-winning mix of beautiful exploration and brutal combat.
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Alan Wake 2

This psychological horror game from the makers of Control stars two connected protagonists trapped in very different situations.

  • Play as Saga Anderson, an FBI agent called to Bright Falls to investigate a series of murders, and as Alan Wake, a writer trapped in the alternative reality of the Dark Place. 
  • A story of suspense, shocks and twists sees Saga seek out the source of an infectious darkness, while Alan must rewrite his reality to escape his surroundings.
  • Make use of limited resources to combat darkness-shrouded foes - and always look for the light. 
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Open-world single-player games

Massive immersive worlds

Wander incredible landscapes and take on amazing quests that feel as real as stories you’ve lived through yourself – these are the games that stay with you.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Rejoin Cloud Strife and his allies in the second part of the Final Fantasy VII remake project, taking the party from Midgar and into the wider world.

  • Ideal for fans and newcomers alike, Rebirth presents a retelling of events from the original Final Fantasy VII, ensuring surprises and twists on a classic tale.
  • Combine characters’ strengths in battle, summon colossal beings to aid your fight, and cast spells strategically to stagger opponents.
  • Minigames and side quests offer opportunities to deepen relationships between characters and enjoy some lighter-hearted fun.
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Discover Final Fantasy
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Hogwarts Legacy

This immersive, open-world action RPG is set in the Wizarding World introduced in the Harry Potter books and movies.

  • Create your own student and be whisked away to a land of magic as you face a villain threatening the future of Hogwarts and the world.
  • Take school lessons to brew potions, grow plants and tend to fantastic beasts. Join a house and forge relationships with your fellow students.
  • Freely roam Hogwarts and its surroundings, including the Forbidden Forest, Hogsmeade and the Overland area.
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Behind the scenes trailer

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Step into the boots of the professional monster hunter Geralt of Rivia as he embarks on a quest to locate the magical Ciri.

  • This fantasy epic mixes frenetic combat with magical abilities, heavyweight narrative themes, and the occasional bit of silliness.
  • Certain decisions you make in the game will have consequences later on, so think before you act.
  • The Complete Edition features two expansive add-ons, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, widening these fantastical open worlds.
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Next-gen update trailer

Horizon Forbidden West

Join Aloy as she braves the Forbidden West – a majestic but dangerous frontier that conceals mysterious new threats.

  • Continue the story of Horizon Zero Dawn as Aloy experiences fresh challenges and encounters new friends and foes.
  • Explore the lush forests, sunken cities and towering mountains of a colorfully post-apocalyptic far-future America.
  • Uncover the secret behind Earth's imminent collapse and unlock a hidden chapter in the ancient past... one that will change Aloy forever.
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