Top 10 Best PS5 Games of 2023
The PlayStation 5 has now found its footing and gave us some truly incredible games this past year. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down the PS5 games that ruled the gaming world in 2023, whether they be exclusive or not.
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00:00 Welcome to WatchMojo and today we're counting down the PS5 games that ruled the gaming world
00:08 in 2023.
00:09 We're including exclusive and multi-platform titles that won both audience and critical
00:14 acclaim.
00:21 Number 10 - Lies of Pi
00:27 In this action RPG, players step into the shoes of the robot puppet Pinocchio as he
00:32 searches for his creator Geppetto amid a robot revolt.
00:35 Players influence the game's ultimate outcome thanks to Pinocchio's ability to lie, which
00:39 opens up multiple endings.
00:41 As with other Souls-like titles, Lies of Pi is designed to be as difficult as possible.
00:45 Despite the demanding learning curve, fans will find Kratt an exhilarating place once
00:49 accustomed to its threats.
00:51 With formidable bosses and Pinocchio's unorthodox moveset to master, Lies of Pi keeps players
00:56 on their toes throughout.
01:05 Number 9 - The Talos Principle 2
01:15 The first Talos Principle captivated players with challenging puzzles and a fascinating
01:19 philosophical narrative.
01:21 Released in November, this sequel is a worthy successor packed with intriguing puzzle designs
01:25 and thoughtful dialogue.
01:27 Set in a future where androids populate the Earth, The Talos Principle 2 sees protagonist
01:31 1K unlocking the secrets of a mysterious megastructure.
01:34 Each environment has its own theme, keeping the game fresh.
01:37 A compelling narrative and complex moral dilemmas add weight to the gameplay, with the puzzles
01:42 tying into the ultimate fate of the androids.
01:53 Number 8 - Street Fighter VI
02:00 After a somewhat lukewarm reception for Street Fighter V, Capcom roared back with the superior
02:05 Street Fighter VI.
02:06 While the previous installment made it easy to button mash, this entry's revamped control
02:10 system goes in the opposite direction.
02:13 Combos are key, and players can execute beautifully choreographed moves during battles, with characters'
02:17 abilities bringing a strong creative aspect to strategy.
02:20 The World Tour mode also adds a new element to the series, allowing players to journey
02:24 through the Street Fighter world.
02:26 Street Fighter VI succeeds thanks to a simple but fun gameplay style which enables it to
02:30 deliver the kind of high-impact action that fans love.
02:39 Number 7 - Star Wars Jedi Survivor
02:48 Continuing the story of Cal Kestis from 2019's Fallen Order, Survivor sees the fugitive Jedi
02:52 Knight embarking on another thrilling adventure across the galaxy.
02:55 The sequel builds on everything that made the first game great, with more expansive
02:59 maps as well as more force abilities and five different lightsaber styles.
03:03 A much larger hub world filled with NPCs gives the game a more open-world feel.
03:07 It's everything you could want from a Star Wars game, whether that's fast-paced lightsaber
03:11 action or the exploration of far-flung worlds.
03:14 While the PC version suffered performance issues, the PlayStation release was a much
03:18 smoother experience.
03:19 Overall, Survivor is a standout action-adventure game taking place in a fascinating period
03:24 on the Star Wars timeline.
03:34 Number 6 - Dead Space
03:40 A decade since its last installment, the Dead Space series returned to form with a remake
03:44 of the original game.
03:45 While the general outline is the same, the remake does a better job of making protagonist
03:49 Isaac Clarke a relatable hero.
03:51 The environment is also more accessible in terms of exploration.
03:54 Oh, and did we mention all the violence and gore that's even scarier this time around?
03:59 2023's Dead Space stays true to its horror roots, as players need constant vigilance
04:03 to survive.
04:04 The pulsating atmosphere and riveting combat are easy to get lost in.
04:08 Thanks to the improvements in gameplay and story, both old and new fans have a fresh
04:12 experience waiting aboard the terrifying USG Ishimura.
04:20 Number 5 - Resident Evil 4
04:28 Resident Evil remakes have largely been well-received, and Resident Evil 4 pushes the envelope further.
04:33 Leon S. Kennedy's mission to save the President's daughter is upgraded with revamped gameplay,
04:37 a scarier atmosphere, and deeper characterization.
04:41 The remake has the hero fighting for his life at every turn, eschewing the cheesier elements
04:45 from the 2005 entry.
04:46 The combat has also been improved, with a surprising sense of realism, and the boss
04:50 fights better highlight each villain's particular abilities.
04:53 This is just what a remake should be, keeping what made the original game great, and surpassing
04:58 it in many ways.
05:06 Number 4 - Final Fantasy XVI
05:14 Instead of following the usual RPG template, Final Fantasy XVI is a combat-heavy installment
05:19 that takes a bold new direction.
05:21 It's similar in gameplay to franchises like Devil May Cry, with an aesthetic akin to Game
05:24 of Thrones.
05:25 Don't expect to be sidetracked by filler quests, Final Fantasy XVI gets straight to business.
05:30 Players take control of hero Clive Rossfield, who's on a quest for revenge as the nations
05:34 of Valisthea go to war.
05:36 The darker backdrop complements the heavier emphasis on aggressive gameplay.
05:40 Released over three decades since the franchise began, Final Fantasy XVI is just the kind
05:45 of reinvention the series needed.
05:51 Number 3 - Alan Wake 2
05:55 2010's Alan Wake was a capable thriller, but devoted a fair amount of time to action sequences.
06:03 Its long-awaited sequel has a slower, more suspenseful pace, fully embracing its horror
06:08 themes.
06:09 Split between characters Alan Wake and FBI agent Saga Anderson, the game plunges players
06:13 into a dark world of supernatural horror.
06:15 With limited supplies and defenses, every encounter with enemies is teeming with danger.
06:20 Meanwhile, the mind-place acts as a space to solve the game's clues.
06:24 Alan Wake 2 is among the best that the survival horror genre has to offer, placing players
06:28 in a haunting environment that's a treat to explore.
06:35 Number 2 - Marvel's Spider-Man 2
06:42 Following its critically acclaimed predecessor, Spider-Man 2 is bigger, better, and bolder.
06:47 The sequel has Peter Parker and Miles Morales as co-protagonists, fleshing out their stories
06:51 side by side.
06:52 As they face off against Kraven the Hunter and other villains, the Venom symbiote grants
06:56 Peter new abilities, but also exerts a corrupting influence.
07:00 The result is an action-packed, gripping story and new and exciting gameplay mechanics.
07:05 Miles and Peter's unique movesets further diversify playthroughs, whether battling multiple
07:09 enemies or engaging in boss fights.
07:11 Spider-Man 2 successfully builds on the original's established formula, delivering entertainment
07:16 on a larger scale.
07:39 Number 1 - Baldur's Gate 3
07:46 This might just be the most complete RPG ever created.
07:50 Baldur's Gate 3 offers a world of almost endless possibilities, giving it incredible
07:54 replay value.
07:55 Despite the game's large cast, each character has distinct traits and backgrounds.
07:59 Its Dungeons & Dragons roots come alive in a sprawling open world that runs deep with
08:03 quests of all kinds.
08:05 This is elevated further by the non-linear environment, where players can play any mission
08:09 unburdened by the main story.
08:11 Because of the multitude of classes at your disposal, each playthrough can be curated
08:15 to your own preferences.
08:16 Thanks to unparalleled levels of freedom and a quality-driven style of play, Baldur's
08:20 Gate 3 is awe-inspiring from start to finish.
08:26 Which PS5 game won you over in 2023?
08:29 Let us know in the comments.
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