Top 20 PlayStation 5 games released so far in 2026

As of 2026, the PlayStation 5 has experienced a price increase amid ongoing demand and rising production costs. Sony maintains the console's popularity, with two versions now available: the standard PS5 at $649.99 and the PS5 Pro at $900. Despite no confirmed timeline for a next-generation successor, the PS5 remains a top-selling system. Here are some of the best-rated games released on the platform so far in 2026.

Mina the Hollower, developed by Yacht Club Games, scored 91 on Metacritic. The game merges classic top-down action adventures with modern controls and pixel art visuals. Players control Mina, a character who can burrow beneath the ground, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden paths in a gothic horror atmosphere. Critics praise its nostalgic throwback elements combined with contemporary design principles and memorable bosses.

Big Walk, created by Australian studio House House, has a Metacritic score of 91. The co-op adventure focuses on communication and exploration on an enigmatic island. Friends can communicate, experiment with tools, and solve puzzles together. The game's charm lies in its surprising world and the delight of discovery, with striking visuals and rewarding gameplay.

Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations, an expansion for the Doom series developed by id Software, scored 91 on Metacritic. The expansion introduces new weapons, enemies, and locations while retaining aggressive combat. It expands on the original game's mythology by exploring more of the Slayer's war against the Hell dimension, with larger battlefields and spectacular set pieces. Critics commend its refined combat loop and inventive arsenal.

Resident Evil Requiem, from Capcom, holds a Metacritic score of 89. The game blends atmospheric exploration with action-orientated encounters, moving between quieter sequences and moments of heightened intensity. Its rich environments, lighting, sound design, and character performances create a steady rhythm that keeps players engaged, further solidifying the series' evolution while maintaining its core identity.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer, with an 88 Metacritic score, offers a fresh racing experience set in the Star Wars universe. Developed by Fuse Games, the studio behind Burnout and Need for Speed, the game combines arcade handling with landspeeders, speeder bikes, and other Star Wars vehicles. Its campaign features roguelike elements, encouraging players to develop different builds and strategies across repeated runs while mastering increasingly demanding tracks.

Critics highlight its strong reviews and the variety of vehicles that add tactical dimension to races.