Summary
The PSVR 2 is still a relatively new peripheral in the grand scheme of things, yet already it boasts a fairly sizeable library of top-quality virtual reality games. Many of these are enhanced editions ofgames from the original PSVR, but there are also plenty of brand-new offerings for players to sink their teeth into.
The best PSVR 2 games offer unparalleled levels of immersion and unique and innovative mechanics that help to showcase the true potential of the platform. With many more big-budget VR experiences slated to arrive in the coming months and years, it seems safe to say that the future is looking awfully bright for thePSVR 2and its dual OLED displays.
30Phasmophobia
OpenCritic Rating: 76
Phasmophobiais a great game, although the PSVR 2 port doesn’t really come close to doing it justice. Put simply, it’s super janky and looks pretty bad in places. That said, if you have no other way of experiencing it, there are much worse ways to spend 20 bucks, particularly if you have a friend or three waiting in the wings to share the experience with you.
Despite its shortcomings,Phasmophobiaexcels in its pursuit of creating that perfect creepy atmosphere, which is made all the more effective by the knowledge that terrifying ghosts and jumpscares are never more than a misplaced step or two away. Hopefully, it will continue to improve over time, but even if it doesn’t, there’s a really fun game buried somewhere beneath all the jank.
29Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge - Enhanced Edition
OpenCritic Rating: 74
Many ofthe best PlayStation VR gamesstill haven’t made their way over to the PSVR 2, due largely to how different the control schemes for the two platforms are. However,Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge - Enhanced Editionended up being a launch title for the PSVR 2 and remains every bit as enjoyable as it was on the headset’s predecessor.
Whether or not it’s worth the full asking price is debatable, but if picked up in a sale,Star Warsfans are unlikely to come away disappointed. It starts out a little slowly, but ultimately offers up an incredibly exciting experience once the pace finally starts to pick up. Not every quest is a winner, but the world in which they all take place is one that’s well worth exploring.
28Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted
OpenCritic Rating: 79
As fans eagerly awaitthe release ofFive Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2, there’s still time to check out the game’s predecessor,Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted. It was initially released for the PSVR in 2019 but was later ported to the PSVR 2 in November of 2023, mere weeks ahead of the sequel’s launch on the platform.
The Full Time edition includes all of the game’s DLC as well as support for Sense controllers. Likeall of the otherFNAFgames,Help Wantedboasts plenty of jump scares, which are unsurprisingly a thousand times more terrifying when experienced in VR. As such, those who scare easily may want to give this one a miss, or at least refrain from playing when they’re home alone.
27Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2
OpenCritic Rating: N/A
Help Wanted 2is everything that one could ever hope for in a sequel. It doesn’t waste time or resources trying to completely reinvent the wheel, instead offering more of what made the original game so enjoyable. There are some technical improvements too, mind, with the visuals looking a lot crisper than they did in the game’s 2019 predecessor.
Although the game may appear like little more than a collection of mini-games on the surface, there’s actually a fairly enjoyable storyline for players to unearth. Like many of the best PSVR 2 games, it’s a relatively short title when compared to its flat-screen counterparts, but the replayability of the aforementioned mini-games more than makes up for this.
26Arashi: Castles of Sin - Final Cut
OpenCritic Rating: 51
Like many of the best PS5 VR games,Arashi: Castles of Sin - Final Cutis an enhanced port of a PSVR title, and it really shows, in both good ways and bad. Though certainly sharper, the visuals are decidedly last-gen and the AI can at times be a little bonkers, but the positives definitely outweigh the negatives here.
The game’scutscenes are incredibly immersiveand the PSVR 2’s superior tracking ensures that the gameplay is better than ever. The well-honed melee combat can make players feel like sword-fighting savants, while the wonderfully well-designed levels deserve to be fully explored and will often reward those who endeavor to do so.
25The Light Brigade
OpenCritic Rating: 80
The Light Brigadewas alaunch title for the PSVR 2, yet somehow managed to fly under most people’s radars. That’s a real shame, as this challenging yet rewarding roguelite is incredibly moreish, allowing players to sink hour after hour into countless runs without ever noticing how much time has passed.
The visuals are nothing to write home about, yet the construction of the game’s world allows for a surprising amount of immersion, which is backed up by solid gunplay and excellent audio design. It’s one of the best PlayStation VR2 games on the market in this respect and can usually be snapped up for a fairly reasonable price.
24Creed: Rise to Glory - Championship Edition
OpenCritic Rating: 78
Playing VR games can be a great way to keep in shape, as it allows players to get their heart pumping without ever having to leave the house. Many people turn torhythm gamesto get their daily dose of exercise, but there are other options available for those looking for something a bit less musical.
As one might surmise from the title,Creed: Rise to Glory - Championship Editionis a boxing game and is arguably the best in its weight division. The game features plenty of familiar faces and a Rocky Balboa-themed career mode, It even supports online multiplayer, allowing players to go toe-to-toe with people from all over the world.
23Skydance’s Behemoth
OpenCritic Rating: 68
Skydance’s Behemothis one of the most visually impressive VR games ever made. Combine this with the awe-inspiring Behemoth encounters, and on paper, Skydance should have been onto a winner. However, this is far from the perfect game. All too often, its splendor is let down by its poor controls, which some players may struggle to look past. However, for those who can, there’s fun to be had withSkydance’s Behemoth.
It might seem like an obvious comparison, butShadow of the Colossusfans will almost certainly find enjoyment here, as too will anyone who likes challenging combat systems. It’s not exactlyDark Souls, but it does demand both thought and precision at times, thus helping to keep players on their toes. There’s some light puzzle-solving required here and there as well, although there’s nothing too mentally taxing on this front.
22Synapse
Synapseis one of thosegames that can make players feel like they’re truly unstoppable. The gunplay is highly satisfying and the telekinetic powers feel like they were ripped straight out of aStar Warsmovie. Together, these two mechanics combine perfectly and are a big part of what helpsSynapsestand out so vividly from the crowd.
The premise of the game is quite simple, with players needing to defeat waves of enemies as they travel from room to room. In that sense, it’s a fairly standard roguelite experience, but the aforementioned combat mechanics,all-star voice cast, and fantastic use of colors help to elevate the experience quite a bit.
21Demeo
OpenCritic Rating: 81
Demeois a tabletop RPG thattakes much of its inspiration fromDungeons & Dragons. It features tight card-based gameplay, a boatload of content, and a wide selection of magical creatures and spells for players to enjoy. Better still, the game supports up to four-player multiplayer; which is something of a rarity in VR outside of FPS games.
Many seeDemeoas a decent entry point for the genre, as although there’s plenty of depth to the gameplay it remains fairly easy to understand. That’s not to say thatD&Dveterans won’t also be able to have fun with what’s on offer here though, with each floor providing its own unique challenges for players to overcome.
