There are a handful of open-world titles exclusive to, or that perform best, on thePlayStation 5. These games put you into a bustling universe where you’re able to explore every nook and cranny. If you want to take a detour and finish a side mission before reaching the main objective, you’re more than free to do so. Or you can rush to the end of the story and do everything extra after.
Despite the small roster of open-world games for the PS5, the group of titles is mighty. Some ofthe best games of the centuryare included in the bunch. From swinging across New York City to traveling to the wastelands of the West, there is plenty of exploration to be had. You’ll be able to pour countless hours into these open-world games as you discover every last secret around every last corner.
Updated June 28, 2025 by Mohamed El Ouardighi:We’ve revisited the best PS5 open-world games, adding a game that was shockingly missing from the roster. We’ve also updated this list for better readability, with more images, better links and a cleaner read for you. So check out the best open-world games you may play on PS5 right now.
From the glowing embrace of the Erdtree to the far reaches of the Lands Between, where many of its enemies dwell, Elder Ring has a surprise in every corner of its map. A truly unique world design compliments the Elden Ring aesthetic, with several unimaginable but wholly on-theme structures and lands within the world that will have you in awe at what the developer could design.
From the underground to the above-ground terrain, scaling and searching through repurposed environments all in the same world is a fascinating experience.Paired with the Soulsborne style of gameplay, this combo truly warrants Elden Ring a spot amongst the best open-world games on PS5.
It’s no secret that Cyberpunk 2077 had a less-than-ideal launch, and that’s putting it kindly. Despite the backlash from fans and critics alike, the developers continued to update the game with bug fixes alongside new features and content.
With therelease of the Phantom Liberty DLC, the game is finally, and firmly, what everyone hoped it would be. With excellent gameplay, storytelling, and graphics, it’s a treat to explore Night City. If you’d put it off because of the launch, you have one of the best games on the Playstation 5 waiting for you now.
Expectations were high for Spider-Man 2, the third entry in one of the best game series that Sony has to offer. Thankfully, it lived up to the hype, offering up both Peter Parker and Miles Morales as playable characters in an expanded New York.
With new suits, manyinspired by the comics, fresh gameplay, and an emotional story, Spider-Man 2 is another example of Sony providing a superb single-player experience.
We could easily list all of the Assassin’s Creed games here, as each one features a beautiful setting in a specific historical period and an engaging story. However, Odyssey stands out because it learned from Origins, which was the prototype for the series' reboot, and executed the new ideas far better.
Odyssey brings ancient Greece to life with its stunning visuals and detailed environments. From the sprawling city of Athens to the breathtaking island of Mykonos, each location is meticulously crafted. Not only that but you even have the chance to encounter historical figures like Socrates and Pericles, and confront legendary creatures like the Minotaur and Medusa, immersing you in Greek mythology. If you’re into Greek mythology and have always wanted to dive into it, this is probably the best place to start.
If you haven’t played Ghost of Tsushima yet, specifically the Director’s Cut edition, it can’t be stressed enough how badly you need to check it out. And if you have played it but not the Director’s Cut? Then you need to dive into it. It is the perfect excuse for a second playthrough.
One of the most visually stunning and beautifully designed games possibly ever made, Ghost Of Tsushima is a singular experience praised by gamers and developers worldwide. It can be easy to assume hype for games is exaggerated sometimes, but for Ghost Of Tsushima, it’s anything but.
Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth is one of thebest entries into the series, really taking hold of its RPG roots. This title is really saying something, considering that there are over ten of them now. With Hawaii as a backdrop, the game features incredible visuals and new locations to explore.
The series is typically known for smaller, more densely packed open-world experiences. With Honolulu, the playground available to you is considerably larger than ever before while maintaining the sense that there is something to find in every nook and cranny.
Forspoken is the last game developed by Luminous Productions before its closure in May 2023. It is a game with a heavy focus on movement. Terrain traversal, whether with speed or fluidity, is the basis for travel in its open world, where you can go anywhere, anytime.
The main character, named Frey, has magical powers as her main method of combat. She gains them after being transported from New York City to the game’s world known as Athia. Its tyrannical rule by the Tantas and the mystery surrounding Frey’s father drivethe narrative of this open-world adventure.
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales was a launch title for the PlayStation 5. A PS4 version was released but lacked many features compared to the next-gen version, such as 60 FPS and ray-tracing. The spinoff gave you control of Miles a short time after obtaining his own Spider-Man powers duringthe most wonderful time of the year, Christmas.
New York City is your playground in this open-world title. you may interact with locals, partake in random crime-stopping missions, or find collectibles before you move on to the next major part of the story. Miles’s life is turned upside down after being bitten by the radioactive spider, and it’s up to you to help him navigate it as the city’s only hero while Peter is away.
Death Stranding is a critically acclaimed title from the beloved game maker Hideo Kojima. The Director’s Cut expands on the original and can be played on your PS5. You’ll drop right into the world of Death Stranding, where a link between the living and the dead has been opened.
Take on the role of Sam Bridges, played by actor Norman Reedus of The Walking Dead fame. America is utterly decimated, and your job is to reconnect its remaining survivors before it is too late. This is a game that will mess with your mind but leave you wanting more once it is over.
The 2022 action-adventure title known as Ghostwire: Tokyo set the standard for Unreal Engine 4 usage in the PlayStation 5 generation. As the name implies, you find yourself in Tokyo. The Japanese city has been overrun by supernatural beings while the human population has vanished.
You’ll come across iconic landmarks from the real world with a creepy feeling about them due to the lack of life surrounding them. It is up to you, your elemental abilities, and your ghost-hunting skills to stop the supernatural entities from completing their takeover mission.
