Every PS5 Exclusive Game: Complete List of PlayStation 5 Exclusives (2026)
Looking for games you can only play on PlayStation 5? The PS5 exclusive library, developed by PlayStation Studios and partners, has changed a lot in 2026: new exclusives like Saros and Marvel's Wolverine have launched, several older exclusives have reached PC or Xbox, and Sony has reportedly stopped bringing its single-player games to PC.
This list sorts every major PS5 exclusive by where you can actually play it today. Updated November 2026.
What Counts as a PS5 Exclusive?
Before diving into the list, here's how we categorize exclusives:
- True Exclusive: Only on PlayStation consoles. Not on PC, Xbox, or Nintendo
- Console Exclusive: On PS5 and PC, but not on Xbox or Nintendo
- No Longer Exclusive: Launched on PS5 first, then reached other consoles
- PS5 Only: Not available on PS4, so it requires PS5 hardware
True PS5 Exclusives (PlayStation Only)
These games are only playable on PlayStation consoles, with no PC, Xbox, or Nintendo version as of November 2026:
| Game | Genre | Release Year | PS5 Only? | Metacritic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saros | Roguelike Shooter | 2026 | Yes | 88 |
| Marvel's Wolverine | Action-Adventure | 2026 | Yes | 77 |
| Ghost of Yotei | Action-Adventure | 2025 | Yes | 86 |
| Astro Bot | Platformer | 2024 | Yes | 94 |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Racing | 2022 | No (also PS4) | 87 |
| Destruction AllStars | Vehicular Combat | 2021 | Yes | n/a |
| Demon's Souls | Action RPG | 2020 | Yes | 92 |
Note: Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Returnal used to belong here. All three are now on PC, so they moved to the next table.
Console Exclusives (PS5 + PC Only)
These games are available on PS5 and PC but not on Xbox or Nintendo:
| Game | Genre | Release Year | Metacritic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls | Fighting | 2026 | n/a |
| Phantom Blade Zero | Action RPG | 2026 | n/a |
| Death Stranding 2: On the Beach | Action | 2025 (PC 2026) | n/a |
| God of War Ragnarok | Action-Adventure | 2022 (PC 2024) | 94 |
| Marvel's Spider-Man 2 | Action-Adventure | 2023 (PC 2025) | 90 |
| The Last of Us Part II Remastered | Action-Adventure | 2024 (PC 2025) | 90 |
| Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart | Action-Adventure | 2021 (PC 2023) | 88 |
| Horizon Forbidden West | Action RPG | 2022 (PC 2024) | 88 |
| The Last of Us Part I | Action-Adventure | 2022 (PC 2023) | 88 |
| Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves | Action-Adventure | 2022 (PC 2022) | 87 |
| Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut | Action-Adventure | 2021 (PC 2024) | 87 |
| Returnal | Roguelike Shooter | 2021 (PC 2023) | 86 |
| Stellar Blade | Action | 2024 (PC 2025) | 80 |
| Rise of the Ronin | Action RPG | 2024 (PC 2025) | 76 |
| Until Dawn (Remake) | Horror | 2024 (PC 2024) | 72 |
Metacritic scores can shift as new reviews arrive.
Former PS5 Exclusives Now on Other Consoles
These games are often still listed as PS5 exclusives, but you can now play them elsewhere:
| Game | First Released | Now Also On |
|---|---|---|
| Final Fantasy VII Rebirth | PS5, 2024 | PC (2025), Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 (June 2026) |
| Helldivers 2 | PS5 and PC, 2024 | Xbox Series X|S (August 2025) |
| Final Fantasy XVI | PS5, 2023 | PC (2024), Xbox Series X|S (June 2025) |
| LEGO Horizon Adventures | PS5, PC and Switch, 2024 | Never console exclusive |
Marathon, which is often mentioned alongside PlayStation exclusives because Bungie is owned by Sony, is multiplatform: it was announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Upcoming PS5 Exclusives (Announced / In Development)
| Game | Developer | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet | Naughty Dog | No official date. Reports point to 2027 |
| New God of War game | PlayStation Studios | Shown at State of Play, June 2026 |
PS5 Exclusives by Genre
Best Action-Adventure PS5 Exclusives
- God of War Ragnarok (94 Metacritic)
- Marvel's Spider-Man 2 (90)
- Horizon Forbidden West (88)
- The Last of Us Part I (88)
- Ghost of Yotei (86)
Best RPG PS5 Exclusives
- Demon's Souls (92)
- Rise of the Ronin (76)
Best PS5 Exclusive Shooters
- Saros (88)
- Returnal (86)
Best PS5 Exclusive Platformers
- Astro Bot (94)
- Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (88)
Best PS5 Exclusive Horror Games
- Until Dawn Remake (72)
Related: Best PS5 Horror Games — our complete horror games ranking
Are PS5 Exclusives Going to PC?
Fewer of them will. For several years Sony brought PlayStation exclusives to PC, typically 1-2 years after console launch. Recent PC ports include:
- Ghost of Tsushima (2024)
- God of War Ragnarok (2024)
- Marvel's Spider-Man 2 (2025)
- The Last of Us Part II Remastered (2025)
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (March 2026)
What changed in 2026: According to reports from May 2026, PlayStation Studios told staff that single-player games such as Ghost of Yotei, Saros, and Marvel's Wolverine will stay on PlayStation consoles, while live-service and multiplayer games can still come to PC. Sony has not published a full policy, so treat this as reported rather than final.
What this means: If you want Sony's newest single-player games, plan on playing them on a PS5.
PS5 vs Xbox: Exclusive Games Comparison
| PS5 | Xbox Series X | |
|---|---|---|
| Exclusive strategy | Single-player stays on console (reported, 2026) | Multiplatform, with many games also on PS5 |
| Highest-rated exclusive | Astro Bot (94) | Fewer true exclusives to compare |
| Upcoming exclusives | Intergalactic, new God of War | Most first-party games are multiplatform |
The biggest change is on the Xbox side: many of its first-party games now launch on PS5 too, so a PS5 has become the console with the widest access to big releases.
Related: Xbox Games Coming to PlayStation — which Xbox titles are heading to PS5
🏆 More PS5 reading — browse our PlayStation guides and news for more lists, fixes, and how-tos.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best PS5 exclusive?
Based on Metacritic scores, Astro Bot (94) and God of War Ragnarok (94) are the highest-rated games on this list. Astro Bot is still PlayStation-only, while God of War Ragnarok is also on PC.
What is the newest PS5 exclusive?
Marvel's Wolverine, released in September 2026, is the newest big PlayStation Studios exclusive on this list. Saros arrived earlier, in April 2026.
How many PS5 exclusive games are there?
It depends on the definition. This guide tracks 7 major games that are PlayStation-only and 15 more that are on PS5 and PC but not on Xbox or Nintendo, as of November 2026. Smaller third-party exclusives also exist.
Is Spider-Man 2 still a PS5 exclusive?
Not fully. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 came to PC in January 2025, but it isn't on Xbox or Nintendo, so it remains a console exclusive.
Are PS5 exclusives worth it?
Yes, if those games appeal to you. Astro Bot, Demon's Souls, Saros, and Ghost of Yotei can't be played on PC or any other console brand.
Will PS5 exclusives come to Switch 2?
Sony hasn't announced PlayStation Studios exclusives for Switch 2. Third-party console exclusives can move, though: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth reached Switch 2 in June 2026.
What PS5 exclusive should I play first?
For newcomers to PlayStation, we recommend starting with Astro Bot, which shows off the DualSense controller (its smaller predecessor, Astro's Playroom, comes pre-installed on PS5), or God of War Ragnarok if you prefer a big action-adventure.
Last updated: November 2026. We update this list as new exclusives are announced or release.
References & Sources
- PlayStation Studios — Official Page
- List of PlayStation 5 Games — Wikipedia
- Death Stranding 2 PC launch — PlayStation Blog
- Sony's single-player games will no longer be releasing on PC — TheSixthAxis
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2 and Xbox — RPG Site
- Intergalactic targeting 2027 — Push Square
- PlayStation Blog
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