The most complete PlayStation game

It was a miracle that the PlayStation was created, but it did and the rest is history. From PS1 to PS5, Sony has been releasing great titles for its own systems while also developing some of the best games of all time internally. What would the world look like if Nintendo and Sega still dominated the console market?

It's hard to say, but what's certain is that PlayStation, as a brand, has helped shape the gaming community. Let's take a look at some of the best titles that were nearly perfect at launch and remain amazing today, with just a few caveats. If it's published or developed by a Sony studio, it's fair game.

Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back

Bandicoot eating crystals

first crash bandicoot The game had a weak start, but Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back It went smoothly. The story is more often told in a comedic way, the levels have more variety, the music is better, and it plays better.

The gorgeous remastered version is Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy The collection looks better, but there are more challenges regarding the quality of the low polygon characters. It's the only game worth carrying around an old PS1.

Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec

first of many

Racing games just keep getting better and better visually. Gran Turismo game. in other words, Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec When it was released on the PS2, it nailed every aspect of the package, making it a must-have game for even non-racing fans to showcase the more challenging game.

The visuals are relatively dated, but for a PS2 game they still look amazing and control like a dream. The locations are top-notch and varied, the cars are clean and the sound design is immersive, giving the PS2 the best it could in its early days.

Ratchet & Clank: Enhance your arsenal

End of trilogy

Ratchet & Clank: Enhance your arsenal The end of the first trilogy gave players more action than ever before. Like previous titles, this entry gave players RPG elements to increase Ratchet's health and level up his weapons. With repeated use, a gun like a regular pistol can be as lethal as a rocket launcher, and each new level is a surprise.

One of the more fun and creative guns, the Qwack-O-Ray can turn enemies into ducks. As with comedy, planetary diversity is spot on as usual. Despite Insomniac being part of Sony, it's a great PS2 platformer that unfortunately isn't that easy to play today.

travel

Beyond words

travel is a game you have to play to understand, and with a runtime of just two hours, there's no reason not to play it. Plus, it was a PS3 exclusive in 2012, but not anymore.

The basic premise follows a red-clad stranger through the desert, with players having the opportunity to meet other players along their journey from the desert to the top of a snowy mountain. Players can't communicate with each other, but that's the beauty of this game. Two strangers who meet like ships passing in the night and help each other.

the last of us

uncharted territory

the last of us Horror done right, delivering an exciting narrative that pushes the medium forward. The opening act alone is a 10/10 experience from the slow roll to the final incident regarding Joel and his daughter.

It's intuitive, and the game will remind players that the post-apocalyptic, zombie-like world may not be a good place to live, but it certainly looks good thanks to the lands reclaimed from the buildings. Excellent writing, impeccable atmosphere setting, solid stealth and shooting mechanics, and a commitment to always surprising make this an easy Hail Mary on PS3 and above.

Bloodborne

Castlevania Ribbon

Bloodborne Of all the Soulslike games FromSoftware has developed, this one stands out in many ways. Gothic fantasy appeals to many players. castlevaniaExcept it's darker and more brutal in the combat department.

The interconnected zones and sheer terror of every encounter add to the horror factor. The best part was the transformable weapons, like the Kirk Hammer, which turns a basic sword into a killer hammer. It's a shame this PS4 game hasn't been ported elsewhere yet.

God of War (2018)

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every god of war The game is a masterpiece with epic set pieces and storytelling on PS2 and later, but in 2018 god of war The semi-reboot is when the series became more popular. Kratos finally wanted to stop his endless ranting and become a better person for his son Atreus, but like all good stories of redemption, the past wouldn't let him go, even in the realm of the new gods.

The combat was just as visceral as past games, except heavier, as Kratos was stronger than ever. The Norse lands players traversed were imaginative, the characters were compelling, and the boomerang-like quality of Leviathan's axe made it fun to chop down or throw at enemies.

Shadow of the Colossus (2018)

There might be a giant

shadow of the colossus It started life on PS2, then was remastered on PS3, and in 2018 this remake was made virtually 1:1. Ambitions aside, the update is good enough to make it a recommended version on PS4 thanks to the graphical overhaul and improved controls.

The core game is a timeless game that follows the young warrior Wander as he travels across an empty open world in search of a towering boss named Colossi. Each encounter was different, as players had to carefully approach the colossus, stab its weak points and absorb its power before climbing onto it. There are other boss-centric games out there, but Shadow of the Colossus is the OG example.

Astrobot

platform heaven

Astrobot is the 3D platformer to end all 3D platformers, bringing back PlayStation nostalgia while also being creative in its own right. As the titular bot, players will be transported to an imaginary world filled with platform puzzles. All bots, from regular bots to video game-themed bots, are hidden and available for rescue. castlevania to resident evil.

One of the biggest highlights is that players can control legacy characters, but as bots, in fully themed levels that play differently, like more action-heavy characters. god of war level or monkey catching prank monkey escape. There are surprises around every corner. Astrobot Nostalgia is done right on PS5.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Kojima and Beyond

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach It's a huge improvement over the original and is a must-play for PS5 owners. The graphics are out of this world. The story is strange, but more cohesive, and it's easier to find out more about its delivery.

The open world environments of Mexico and Australia aren't as dense with locations or objectives as most games, but discovering hidden locations makes travel more rewarding. Asynchronous multiplayer remains intact as well, giving players the common goal of making their world better. Stumbling upon a reconstructed road or shelter at the right moment can be significant. Thanks to the help of Hideo Kojima, the game is now at the pinnacle of PlayStation.