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What are the best PS4 exclusive games? Whether you're just starting your PS4 journey or have had one for since the beginning, you'll no doubt want to play the absolute best games exclusive to the console. Well, the PlayStation 4 has plenty of those, covering a wide range of tastes.

Over the years, Sony has built up a seriously impressive group of developers, collectively known as PS Studios. With well-known teams like Naughty Dog, Santa Monica Studio, Guerrilla Games, and many more, the platform holder is able to produce some of gaming's best loved titles each and every year. PS Studios really came into its own on PS4, developing a tonne of fantastic games of all shapes and sizes.

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To figure out which are the best PS4 exclusive games, we're handing things over to you lot. Yes, the Push Square community and all their user ratings are what drives this list. As you rank them up and down, their positions on this page will adjust accordingly, meaning it reflects the views of our readers.

Before we get to the good bit, though, a small bit of housekeeping. The term "exclusive" has become muddied over the past generation or so, with so many games releasing across generations and onto PC. Therefore, we've expanded what games qualify for this list. If a game appears on a platform beyond PS4, it must work to these parameters in order to make it into the rankings:

Available on Xbox
No
Available on Nintendo
No
Available on PC
Yes
Available on PS5
Yes

With that out of the way, it's time to get to your list of the best PS4 exclusives games. If you think there's a game missing, use the search bar below to find it and then hand it your own rating. Your score might be enough to push it onto the list!

Note: Any game will need at least 40 ratings before it arrives on this page. If there's a game you feel is missing from this list, it's possible the title just hasn't been rated enough times.

So, below is a list of the best PS4 exclusive games, as ranked and rated by you.

30. Killzone: Shadow Fall (PS4)

The series hit its stride on PS3, but Killzone Shadow Fall is a highly entertaining launch title that seriously showed off what the PS4 could do on day one. A visual spectacle, as is the norm coming from Guerrilla Games, it might not have the best campaign, but the shooting itself is solid and the multiplayer was a lot of fun before the servers were switched off. It's not the best in the series, but its unique style and impressive tech made it an early PS4 treat.

29. Concrete Genie (PS4)

Concrete Genie probably isn't the first PS4 exclusive you'd think of, but it's certainly one of the most creative. Playing as a young boy harassed by bullies, you discover a magical paintbrush which can paint living, breathing worlds on the walls of your dismal town. You're free to create your very own murals, populating your scenes with friendly creatures you can interact with, and who will help you on your journey. It's a heartfelt and very enjoyable adventure, and an optional PSVR mode certainly sweetens the deal.

28. LittleBigPlanet 3 (PS4)

The last major, numbered entry in the series, LittleBigPlanet 3 is just as adorable and innovative as its predecessors. It introduces three brand new playable characters, each with their own unique gameplay and abilities, leading to lots more possibilities in the level editor. And while that's the main draw for some, the game also comes with a full length campaign you can play solo or with some pals. It didn't make as big a splash as the previous main game, but it's a perfectly fine entry — and there are literally millions of community levels to play.

27. Gran Turismo Sport (PS4)

Sony's flagship racing series has had its ups and downs, but Gran Turismo Sport was an especially unusual step in the history of the franchise. Primarily focusing on online multiplayer and esports, the game featured the same gorgeous visuals and impressive handling you'd expect, but without most of the content that fans love. Again, the game itself looks and plays great, and its online racing is rather innovative, encouraging good sportsmanship above all. There's still a lot to like about Sport, but the meatier Gran Turismo 7 is arguably the stronger entry overall.

26. Gran Turismo 7 (PS4)

Gran Turismo 7 is the more complete package that fans have been wanting since the previous game's focus on esports. While it does feature excellent online multiplayer, the main draw is the huge, "Car-PG" single-player offering. Hundreds of cars are yours to collect and tune up, and the wonderful handling makes each one a pleasure to drive. The GT Café makes all the events, licence tests, and other activities easier to digest, and it's hard to not be won over by the sheer volume of information packed in about car culture and history. A return to form for the series.

25. DriveClub (PS4)

The story of DriveClub is fascinating. It took some time, but it eventually grew from a botched launch title into a cracking racing game stuffed with content. The presentation remains impressive years later, and the “simcade” handling is a great balance that provides enough of a challenge but doesn’t alienate more casual petrolheads. Throw in the Bikes expansion, the brilliant social features, VR support, and one of the most generous season passes ever, and you've got one stonking racer. Unfortunately, it's now been delisted from the PS Store, and its online servers have been shut down. A sad end to a rollercoaster story — but a great game nonetheless.

24. inFAMOUS: Second Son (PS4)

Sucker Punch continues its popular superhero series with a brand new protagonist in inFAMOUS: Second Son. Taking the open world action to Seattle, you play as Delsin Rowe, a conduit with the amazing ability to absorb the powers of other superhumans. This gives you many more toys to play with as you progress, gaining unusual abilities based on smoke, neon, digital, and more. Exploring the city feels great, combat is fun and varied, and it looks fantastic — a great early showpiece for PS4.

23. The Last Guardian (PS4)

From the team behind ICO and Shadow of the Colossus, you shouldn't overlook The Last Guardian. This third game in the loosely connected trilogy has just as much heart and impact as the others — not to mention one of the most technically impressive AI companions yet seen. Playing as a small boy, you and a large, mysterious creature called Trico must escape from a crumbling, enigmatic place full of dangers. The bond you'll form with Trico — who gradually learns to trust and listen to you more as the game goes on — is unlike any other in video games, leading to an incredibly emotional and touching adventure.

22. Days Gone (PS4)

After several years working on handhelds like PS Vita and PSP, Bend Studio marked its return to home consoles with its ambitious open world adventure Days Gone. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the game’s biker motif made it stand out from the crowd, as your two-wheels became your sanctuary in an extremely hostile setting. A huge focus on story and some genuinely impressive tech allowed the developer to flex its muscle, and the release would go on to become a cult favourite among PS4 fans.

21. Until Dawn (PS4)

Supermassive Games made a real name for itself with Until Dawn. This narrative adventure game effectively lets you partake in a schlocky teen horror movie, where your choices will have potentially grisly effects on the ensemble cast. With atmosphere to spare, lovably corny performances, and a highly replayable adventure full of outcomes to discover, it's no wonder this game is such a cult hit.