All PS5 First-Party Exclusives PlayStation 5

Looking for a full list of all PS5 first-party exclusives? PlayStation 5 will once again see Sony’s pool of talented Worldwide Studios and external partners tasked with creating unique experiences exclusively for the next-gen console. As part of our PS5 guide, we’re going to list all PS5 first-party exclusives currently announced. You can find more information courtesy of the following guides: All PS5 Announced Games, All PS5 Rumoured Games, All PS5 Launch Games, and New PS5 Game Release Dates in 2022. If you're eager to play PS4 exclusives on your PS5, then refer to the following guides: PS5 Backwards Compatibility: Can You Play PS4 Games on PlayStation 5? and PS4 to PS5: All Games with Confirmed Free Upgrades.

All PS5 First-Party Exclusives

In this article you'll find a full list of all PS5 first-party exclusives. Please note that we consider first-party to be a game funded and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment; the developer doesn’t necessarily need to be a subsidiary.

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Astro Bot (PS5)

Building upon the great foundations laid in Astro's Playroom, Astro Bot is the full-blown 3D platformer the little robot deserves. It's an explosion of creativity and fun; there is something new to discover in practically every level, and all of it is purpose built to put a smile on your face. Not only is it bursting with imagination, it's also executed brilliantly. The controls are spot on, every new mechanic and power-up is fun to use, and it's all presented with incredibly sharp visuals and flawless performance. The icing on the cake is its celebration of PlayStation's past 30 years, with delightful nods to hundreds of classics. We can't recommend this highly enough.

Astro's Playroom (PS5)

As far as pack-ins go, Astro’s Playroom is exemplary. Inspired by Team Asobi’s critically acclaimed PSVR platformer Astro Bot Rescue Mission – itself originally introduced in The Playroom VR – this short-form platformer serves as an introduction to the PS5, specifically the DualSense controller. As you explore cutesy character Astro’s vibrant world, you’ll physically feel it in your fingertips, from the sensation of rain falling on the hero’s hard, steel exterior to the slippery surfaces of ice. All of this, alone, would make it a truly memorable experience – but the game also doubles as a kind of history lesson, exploring many of the most famous moments from PlayStation’s past. Simply put, it’s an extraordinary four to five hour escapade, and one that every new PS5 owner must play.

Concord (PS5)

Convallaria (PS5)

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PS5)

Death Stranding Director's Cut (PS5)

Death Stranding Director's Cut takes the truly unique "strand game" adventure and dials things up a notch for PS5. Hideo Kojima and his team created a haunting and strange world with the original game, tasking players with traversing a desolate and dangerous landscape to make deliveries. It shouldn't work, but it does — every step you take can be a risk, and this need to watch your footing is an interesting way to create tension, especially when those nasty BTs show up. Director's Cut enhances the experience with improved graphics and performance, DualSense support, 3D audio, and a range of new content.

Demon's Souls (PS5)

Sony comfortably hooked the enthusiast crowd by adding Demon’s Souls to the PS5’s launch lineup. FromSoftware’s legendary action RPG – which would go on to spawn the so-called Soulsborne series and, eventually, even Elden Ring – was snubbed by the Japanese giant during the PS3 era, as it felt early builds were simply not up to snuff. Publishers like Atlus and Bandai Namco eventually picked it up, and it went on to become a cult classic. Perhaps as a tacit admission that it made a mistake, its recruited tech specialists Bluepoint Games to remake the game for a modern era – and the results are remarkable. This version uses original PS3 code to make for an incredibly authentic experience, but its visuals are among some of the best you’ll find on Sony’s new-gen console. It’s an extraordinary blend of old and new that comes highly recommended.

Destruction AllStars (PS5)

Sony almost totalled Destruction AllStars when it intended to attach a £69.99/$69.99 price tag to the explosive racer, but it reversed its decision prior to the PS5’s launch and added it to the PS Plus lineup. While there was potential in the package on day one, however, it took developer Lucid Games a little time to iterate on the formula. With some small gameplay adjustments, such as the size of the arenas, this slam-‘em-up now feels fantastic – and it’s enhanced by a genuinely cool pool of character designs and some impressive visual effects.

Fairgame$ (PS5)

Firewall Ultra (PS5)