Just got a PS5? Play these 5 games first

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Sat, 25 Dec 2021 09:30:43 +0000

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Finally got your hands on a coveted PlayStation 5? These are the five PS5 games that you need to play first.

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If you're reading this article then you've likely just got your hands on a coveted PlayStation 5 : congratulations! Next comes the hard part (yes, even harder than getting your hands on the damn thing): picking which PS5 games
you want to play first.

Fortunately, with the PS5 having now been out for over a year, there are plenty of fantastic titles for you to choose from, from third-party blockbusters to first-party exclusives. Unfortunately (well, kind of), with all that choice, it can be difficult to pick which games to jump into first - so we're here to help.

Below, we've put together a list of PS5 games that will immediately showcase the prowess of Sony's latest console and offer hours of entertainment to
boot. We've tried to include a mixture of games that will dazzle and delight both adults and children but, remember, if there's nothing on this roundup that takes your fancy, you can always check out our best PS5 games guide for our full list of favorites. (Image credit: Sony) Astro's Playroom

Showcasing the DualSense Shows off the DualSense Family-friendly fun Comes pre-loaded Quite short

If you've just booted up your new PS5 console for the first time, then you
may be waiting for a while until all your new games install. Fortunately, a top PS5 game will already be pre-installed (for free) on your new hardware.

Astros Playroom is the best pack-in game since Wii Sports, as it perfectly showcases what Sonys new system can do. From the sumptuous, crystal clear 4K visuals, to the pleasing 3D audio, this is a gem of a platformer and its installed on every PS5.

Its the way Astros Playroom shows off the DualSense controller , though, that really steals the show. Youll feel sensations that you didnt know were possible before thanks to Sonys new haptic feedback and adaptive triggers tech, such as what it feels like to walk along different surfaces or fire a Gatling gun. Its a surreal, magical experience, and we recommend booting up Astros Playroom first before you play anything else (even if your other games have installed).It might be free, but it's genuinely a top PS5 exclusive. (Image credit: Sony) Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales

Miles gets a superheros welcome Incredibly detailed visuals Blazing-fast load times Ray tracing support Main story doesnt last long Challenges can be repetitive DualSense implementation is fairly limited

Another family-friendly title here, but one that will entertain both kids and adults, Marvels Spider-Man Miles Morales should definitely be on your list of games to play first when you get your PS5.

A sequel thats more akin to Uncharted: The Lost Legacy in terms of scale,Marvels Spider-Man: Miles Moralesputs you in the Adidas-branded
sneakers of the charismatic rookie web-slinger, Miles. With Peter Parker off on holiday, its up to Miles to take over the stewardship of New York, and predictably, his first week on the job doesnt go smoothly.

Marvels Spider-Man: Miles Morales delivers a blockbuster, cinematic
experience that easily rivals Hollywoods best. The games fidelity mode shows off the power of ray-tracing (realistic reflections and lighting) and theres
a silky-smooth 60fps performance mode, too. If you loved Insomniac's first Spider-Man game, or simply want to experience yet another excellent PlayStation exclusive, you dont need to look much further than Miles debut outing. (Image credit: Future) Returnal

Sony's first PS5 exclusive delivers the goods Stunning visuals Excellent DualSense support Brilliant headphones experience Punishingly difficult Runs can feel needlessly long Repetitive combat

Returnal is a brilliant PS5 game, and an excellent showcase for what the console is capable of, but it's definitely not for everyone. If you've never played a roguelike style game before, then you may find its punishing difficulty, ever-changing levels and permadeath mechanic to be a real shock
to the system. That said, after a few cycles within Returnal's harsh alien world, you may also find it difficult to stop playing.

Much like the Finnish developer's previous titles, which include the likes of Nex Machina and Resogun, Returnal brings Housemarque's signature 'bullet
hell' approach to the roguelike genre that has been taking the indie gaming world by storm for the last few years. That means that you'll never know what to expect when you enter a room, only that you will have to start over again from the beginning when you die.

Thankfully, Returnal does offer a number of permanent upgrades that you can bring with you into each new cycle once unlocked, making progression slightly easier in the process. Along the way, you'll also start to piece together Returnal's surprisingly immersive story, which is just enough motivation to keep you returning for "just one more run..."

If you do decide to take on the challenge, you'll likely be taken back by
just how well Returnal utilizes the PS5's technical capabilities. Loading times are seamless and the gentle rumbles of the DualSense controller paired with headphones, allowing PS5 3D audio to kick in, creates an immersion similar to VR. This is the perfect title to put your PS5, (and yourself) through its paces. (Image credit: Bethesda) Deathloop

Happy death day An exciting mystery to unpack Shooting is genuinely fun Multiplayer has potential Repetition sets in near end Focuses a bit too much on stealth Enemies are mostly identical

One for adult PS5 players, Deathloop will bring out the detective in you - whether you want it to or not.

Deathloop follows Colt, who wakes up on Blackreef Island and finds himself stuck in a time loop. In order to break the loop, Colt must kill eight 'Visionaries' within the same day before midnight. While that may sound like
a straightforward task, it's far from it - and that's where the fun begins.

It's up to you to find out new information, weapons and abilities to help you with your murderous task, making Deathloop a mix between a detective game and a first-person shooter - with some stealth thrown in. The gunplay feels immersive and fun (particularly as it utilizes DualSense features), making
for a game that may not necessarily be for everyone but certainly offers something a bit different. (Image credit: Insomniac Games) Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

Brilliant, fast-paced fun New characters have depth Haptic feedback adds immersion Traversal is fast-paced Charming and humorous PS5 Audio utilization disappointing A fair few bugs A lack of optional missions

Another action-adventure, like Miles Morales, that will entertain the whole family - even if you didn't play the previous games in the series.

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is brilliant, fast-paced fun that doesnt take itself too seriously. Rift Apart manages to retain the charm and humor that
we loved about the original titles, while balancing this with new characters that offer endearing vulnerability. In addition, the latest Ratchet and Clank makes great use of the DualSense controllers haptic feedback and audio.

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is great family fun for both fans of the series and newbies, so make sure it's on your list of PS5 games to play first. New PS5 games : upcoming PlayStation 5 game release dates



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