Sony’s next-gen console comes out this November, and with it a ton of fantastic games coming both on launch as well as within a few months of the console’s release. ThePS5finally had its big September reveal event, and with pricing and release date information, came a ton of new game announcements for the console’s near future. Alongside all of the new games came a much more surprising announcement, something probably no player was expecting: the PlayStation Plus Collection.
At launch, several of the PS4’s biggest hits will be available to download and play instantly on the next-gen hardware. As an added “PlayStation Plus benefit” on thePS5, some of the biggest first and third-party PS4 games will be free to all players. All that’s required is players have an active PlayStation Plus subscription, and then “simply download games and start playing.” Obviously this isn’t an overt competition with Xbox Game Pass, but it does at least allow players to clear some gaps in their gaming enjoyment from last generation. Here’s what’s been announced for the program, coming at launch on PS5:
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God of War
The beautiful reinvention of PlayStation’s classic series makes its way to PS5.God of War(2018) transformed Kratos into a killing machine that was genuinely likeable, alongside his charming son Atreus. The two embark on a quest through Norse mythology that helped define the PS4’s success and the last console generation overall.Especially on the heels ofGod of War’s sequel announcement for 2021, players will want to revisit the adventure that started it all.
Bloodborne
A Soulsborne oft-missed by fans who didn’t have a PS4,Bloodbornemarked a major shift forward for Souls-like games. Many of the innovations made inBloodbornecarried on into several other successful titles likeSekiro: Shadows Die TwiceandDark Souls 3. Taking place in a distinct Victorian/Lovecraftian universe, many were impressed by its highly unique world and properly challenging gameplay.
Monster Hunter: World
Bringing theMonster Hunterseries to next-gen,Monster Hunter: Worldmarked a proper return from the Capcom franchise that hadn’t released a new entry sinceMonster Hunter 4on Nintendo 3DS. Hunters jumped into a completely modernized and highly detailed world, full of all sorts new and returning monsters to chase after. All of the signature depth of customization and progression is there inMonster Hunter: World, and makes its rightful return on PS5.
Final Fantasy 15
Noctis' long-awaited adventure makes its way to PS5as well withFinal Fantasy 15. The storied franchise’s long awaited entry marked a pretty significant change from previous games, eschewing the turn-based combat entirely for more action-oriented encounters. Players could also explore a fully open world, a first forFinal Fantasy, throughout the majority of the game. While the multi-tiered media approach ofFinal Fantasy 15was controversial for some, it was still one of the more interesting stories in recent years from the franchise.
Fallout 4
Releasing after the powerhouse ofSkyrim,Fallout 4was the first next-gen game from Bethesda’s post-apocalyptic adventure. Players explored a retro-futuristic Boston after emerging from several hundred years of cryogenic sleep inside Vault 111. ClassicFalloutstaples were bolstered by an all-new, fully voiced protagonist, alongside improved shooting mechanics and a unique base-building mechanic. While it wasn’t the most compellingFalloutstories, the game was still a blast to explore.
Mortal Kombat X
For the fighting game fans out there,Mortal Kombat Xmakes its way onto PS5 as well.While it’s not the newest game in the series,Mortal Kombat Xwas the next-gen entry for the series at the time, and brought along several gameplay additions. Character variations added competitive depth to all characters, and the game had an absolutely bonkers story on the level ofFast and Furious' insanity.
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Uncharted 4
Serving as the grand finale for Nathan Drake,Uncharted 4: A Thief’s Endended the series with a huge blockbuster bang. Many of the story innovations fromThe Last of Usserved as inspiration for many of the character moments and story beats throughoutUncharted 4. The game felt just as good to play as it looked, as the graphical fidelity inUncharted 4is some of Naughty Dog’s best work.
Ratchet & Clank
As a proper reboot of another classic PlayStation franchise,Ratchet & Clankput the series back on the map on PS4. The original game in the series was rebuilt from the ground up with modern visuals, but still felt familiar for veteran fans. While the animated film didn’t rollover so well, as with most video game movies,Ratchet & Clankwas received well enough toprompt a sequel withRift Apartfor PS5.
Days Gone
The PlayStation’s premier take on Zombies,Days Gone, also jumps on to the collection. Deacon explores the Pacific Northwest amongst the zombie apocalypse in a packed open world full of dangerous hordes of infected. While it might not be the most thrilling in terms of open world elements, the game truly shines in its tense moments ofWorld War Z-like zombie groups attacking from all sides.
Until Dawn
Bringing the slasher-film horror aesthetic to games,Until Dawnwas a campy and thrilling horror joyrideon PS4. Players attempt to survive a horror adventure through multiple perspectives, with each choice potentially being a character’s last. While it’s largely jump scares and tacky quick time events, that’s the point ofUntil Dawn’s nature. The game never takes itself too seriously, and it’s better for it.
