Even though new PS5 games are getting all the attention, there are still plenty of PlayStation 4 games that’ll keep you hooked well into 2025. You can dive back into classic favourites or find hidden gems that offer experiences just as exciting and immersive as ever. From action-packed adventures to unforgettable storylines, here are some PS4 titles you’ll want to keep playing even after the next-gen consoles take over.
PS4 games you will still love playing in 2025
- God Of War Ragnarok
- Horizon Zero Dawn
- Assassin’s Creed Rogue Remastered
- Fallout 4
- Death Stranding
1. God Of War Ragnarok
The God of War series has been a cornerstone of gaming for years, known for its gripping stories, epic battles, and incredible world-building. Even in 2025, God of War Ragnarok is still one of the best games for PlayStation 4, thanks to the impressive optimisation by Santa Monica Studio. Released alongside the PlayStation 5, the PS4 version of Ragnarok still impresses with its stunning visuals, smooth gameplay, and emotional depth.
The sequel continues Kratos and his son Atreus’ journey as they try to stop Ragnarok from destroying the Nine Realms. The game incorporates rich Norse mythology with a powerful father-son story, where Kratos deals with his past, and Atreus wrestles with his identity as Loki.
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Each realm is beautifully crafted, from the snowy Midgard to the fiery Muspelheim, and Santa Monica’s attention to detail makes them feel alive, even on the PS4’s hardware. The gameplay builds on 2018’s God of War with fluid combat, puzzles, and RPG elements, while introducing new features like the versatile Draupnir Spear, different shields, and fully controllable Atreus sections.
2. Horizon Zero Dawn
Even in 2025, Horizon Zero Dawn remains one of the best games of the last decade. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where robotic creatures roam, you play as Aloy, a young hunter uncovering the secrets of her past and the world that came before her. Raised by an outcast, Aloy’s journey explores her origins and the mysteries of the Old World, including a failed AI terraforming project and its disastrous results.
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Despite the years, Horizon Zero Dawn still stands as a visual and technical marvel, with stunning landscapes, dynamic weather, and detailed character models that hold up beautifully on modern hardware, including its 2024 remaster. The story, packed with mystery, adventure, and human struggle, resonates even today, especially as Aloy discovers more about herself and humanity’s downfall, while the open-world design offers endless exploration.
3. Assassin's Creed Rogue Remastered
Set between Assassin’s Creed III and Black Flag, Assassin’s Creed Rogue Remastered (2018) takes you on an epic journey through the chaotic 18th-century North Atlantic. You play as Shay Patrick Cormac, an Irish-American privateer who turns his back on the Assassin Brotherhood after a tragic event, choosing instead to join the Templars. This twist on the usual Assassin-Templar rivalry offers a fresh and morally complex take on the conflict.
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The remastered version looks better than ever, with stunning visuals that breathe new life into the North Atlantic, River Valley, and New York City. The ship-based gameplay from Black Flag makes a comeback with the Morrigan, a faster ship equipped with cool new tools like Puckle guns, oil slicks, and icebreakers for intense naval battles. Additionally, you get an air rifle for stealthy takedowns and a grenade launcher, adding more depth to the already solid combat system.
4. Fallout 4
With the Fallout TV series on Prime Video being a massive hit and perfectly capturing what makes the games so special, the Fallout universe is more alive than ever. As the show pulls in a whole new crowd, Fallout 4 still stands out as one of the best PS4 games to play in 2025. Released in 2015, this action RPG from Bethesda not only shaped open-world gaming but still offers a deep, immersive experience over a decade later.
Set in the post-apocalyptic Commonwealth (think ruined Boston and its surroundings), you play as the “Sole Survivor,” the only person to step out of Vault 111 210 years after a nuclear war. Your goal is to find your kidnapped son, Shaun.
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Along the way, you’ll meet a range of factions, from the mysterious Institute to the tech-heavy Brotherhood of Steel and the freedom-loving Railroad, each with their own storylines and moral challenges. The game still holds up in 2025 thanks to its innovative features, like base-building, crafting, and a fully voiced protagonist.
5. Death Stranding
With Death Stranding 2 coming in 2025, the original Death Stranding still stands as a major highlight in Kojima Productions’ world. Directed by Hideo Kojima, this action-packed game throws players into a post-apocalyptic America where life and death are all tangled up. You play as Sam Porter Bridges (Norman Reedus), who’s on a mission to deliver important cargo to isolated communities, all while dodging invisible creatures called Beached Things (BTs).
Death Stranding’s combination of unique mechanics and powerful storytelling keeps it relevant. The game also introduces the “strand” genre, focusing on social connection instead of combat. You don’t directly interact with other players, but you can leave behind helpful structures, supplies, or messages for them, creating a cool, indirect community experience.
The game’s haunting world is paired with an emotional soundtrack by Low Roar, while its story touches on themes like isolation, loss, and the fragile bonds that hold us together.
These were some of the best PS4 games you will still love playing this year. So, what’s your pick out of these? Do let us know in the comments below.

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