Best PS4 Games Coming in 2026

2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for PlayStation 4 owners. Despite the console being over a decade old, developers continue to support the platform with major releases. From long-awaited sequels to ambitious new IPs, here are the 20 best PS4 games coming in 2026.

1. Persona 6

Social Simulation / JRPG

Release Date: Q2 2026

Marking the 30th anniversary of the franchise, Persona 6 is the most anticipated JRPG in years. While the PS5 version pushes the visual boundaries of the series, Atlus has prioritized a PS4 release to ensure its massive global fanbase isn't left behind. The game shifts the color palette from Persona 5's iconic red to a vibrant, forest-green aesthetic, symbolizing growth and rebirth.

Players step into the shoes of a new high school student in a contemporary Japanese city, balancing a mundane school life with a supernatural hidden world. The "Social Link" system has been evolved into a "Dynamic Bond" mechanic, where the weather and time of year significantly impact how you interact with friends. Combat remains turn-based but is faster than ever, utilizing a "Fusion Rush" system that allows two Personas to combine their powers mid-turn. For PS4 players, expect the same stylish UI and deep storytelling, though with slightly longer load times and a locked 30fps compared to its next-gen counterpart.

2. Beyond Good and Evil 2

Action-Adventure / Space Opera

Release Date: Autumn 2026

After nearly two decades in development hell, Ubisoft's ambitious prequel is finally seeing the light of day. Beyond Good and Evil 2 takes players to System 3, a multi-ethnic interstellar hub where human-animal hybrids are used as slave labor. You play as a custom-created space pirate, rising from a lowly scavenger to a legendary captain.

The PS4 version focuses on "Sector-Based" exploration. While PS5 users can fly seamlessly between planets, the PS4 edition utilizes brief, hidden loading screens during atmospheric entry to maintain high-quality textures on the ground. The game's strength lies in its narrative depth; you'll meet a younger, more aggressive Jade and uncover the origins of the DomZ. With co-op play enabled, you and a friend can explore massive underground temples or engage in ship-to-ship dogfights. It is a massive technical achievement for the aging hardware, representing the absolute ceiling of what the PS4 can handle.

3. Yakuza Kiwami 3

Action-Adventure / Beat 'em Up

Release Date: February 12, 2026

Following the success of Kiwami 1 and 2, Ryo Ga Gotoku Studio has finally given the "orphanage simulator" of the series a total ground-up remake. Using the latest iteration of the Dragon Engine, Yakuza Kiwami 3 transforms Okinawa and Kamurocho into stunning, high-definition playgrounds.

The gameplay removes the clunky "stiff" combat of the 2009 original, replacing it with the fluid, multi-style system found in Lost Judgment. Players return to the role of Kazuma Kiryu as he tries to maintain a peaceful life running the Morning Glory Orphanage, only to be dragged back into a conspiracy involving land rights and political assassinations. The PS4 version is exceptionally well-optimized, as the Dragon Engine was originally built with the console in mind. New mini-games, including an expanded fishing system and a modern take on the cabaret club management, provide hundreds of hours of content for those looking to complete everything the dragon of Dojima has to offer.

4. Hollow Knight: Silksong

Metroidvania

Release Date: Early 2026

While Silksong technically launched in late 2025, the 2026 "Void-Touched Edition" is the definitive release for PS4 owners, including the first major story expansion, Sea of Sorrow. You play as Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest, who has been captured and brought to the strange, silk-and-song-ruled kingdom of Pharloom.

The gameplay is significantly faster and more vertical than the original Hollow Knight. Hornet uses a variety of "Tools" (which act as a secondary mana system) to set traps, heal mid-air, and execute acrobatic finishers. The hand-drawn art style looks breathtaking on PS4, with the console easily maintaining a silky-smooth 60fps. With over 150 new enemies and a quest system that provides more structure than the first game, Silksong is arguably the best Metroidvania available on the platform. The 2026 bundle also includes a "Silk-Soul" permadeath mode for the most dedicated players.

5. Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered

Action-Adventure / Puzzle

Release Date: March 3, 2026

Embracer Group has revitalized the Legacy of Kain series with a high-end remaster of the final chapter in the Raziel/Kain saga. This isn't just a simple resolution bump; it features redone character models and a modernized camera system that fixes the "fixed-angle" frustrations of the original PS2-era release.

The game follows both the vampire lord Kain and the wraith Raziel as they navigate the dying world of Nosgoth. The PS4 version benefits from vastly improved lighting and particle effects, making the soul-reaving combat feel impactful and modern. The voice acting-widely considered some of the best in gaming history-has been cleaned up from original master recordings. For many PS4 owners, this serves as both a nostalgia trip and a bridge to the rumored new entry in the series. It's a dark, gothic masterpiece that focuses on a complex narrative involving fate, free will, and the corruption of a world.

6. Little Nightmares III

Puzzle-Platformer / Horror

Release Date: Summer 2026

The third installment in the haunting Little Nightmares series introduces a major change: full online co-op. Developed by Supermassive Games (taking over from Tarsier Studios), the game follows two new protagonists, Low and Alone, as they try to survive "The Spiral"-a cluster of disturbing, distorted lands.

Each character has a unique tool: Low carries a bow to trigger distant switches, while Alone uses a wrench to break through barriers. On the PS4, the game's atmosphere is its greatest strength, utilizing deep shadows and eerie sound design to keep players on edge. While the game can be played solo with an AI partner, the 2026 release has been praised for its "Friend Pass" system, allowing one player to invite a friend who doesn't own the game. It's a tense, visual-storytelling experience that proves you don't need dialogue to tell a terrifying story.

7. Far Cry 7

Open-World First-Person Shooter

Release Date: Late 2026

Ubisoft's latest entry in the Far Cry franchise is a radical departure from the previous games. Set in a fictionalized version of New England, the story revolves around the kidnapping of your character's family by a doomsday cult known as "The Sons of Liberty."

The major hook is a non-linear "Rescue Timer." You have a limited amount of in-game time (approximately 72 hours) to find and rescue your family members. If you fail, the story continues, but with permanent consequences for the narrative. The PS4 version is a "Legacy Port," meaning it sacrifices some of the density of the forests and the complexity of the fire physics to maintain a stable frame rate. However, the core loop of liberating outposts, crafting gear from local wildlife, and recruiting "Guns for Hire" remains intact. It's a grittier, more survival-focused Far Cry that feels more urgent than its predecessors.

8. Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate

JRPG

Release Date: Autumn 2026

Dragon Quest XII is described by series creator Yuji Horii as a "Dragon Quest for adults." While it retains the charm the series is known for, the story tackles much darker themes of choice and consequence. The traditional turn-based combat has been overhauled into a "Command-Action" hybrid, where timing and positioning play a larger role.

Square Enix confirmed a PS4 release alongside the next-gen versions to satisfy the massive Japanese market. On the PS4, the game utilizes a sophisticated cel-shading technique that makes it look like a high-budget anime come to life. Players explore a world where the "Holy Light" has begun to fade, and they must decide whether to restore the old order or embrace a new, uncertain future. It's a massive game, easily offering 80-100 hours of content before touching the endgame.

9. Control: Resonant

Action RPG / Supernatural

Release Date: Late 2026

Remedy Entertainment's sequel to Control moves the action out of the Oldest House and into the streets of a warped, paranatural Manhattan. You play as Dylan Faden, who has been released from containment to help his sister, Jesse, contain a reality-bleeding event known as "The Resonance."

The game has transitioned into an "Action RPG," featuring a deep skill tree and lootable modifications for your Service Weapon. The PS4 version is a technical marvel, utilizing the Northlight Engine's "GPU-driven rendering" to manage the high-destructibility environments. While the resolution is lower than on PS5, the "hiss" enemies and psychic powers look as trippy as ever. The gameplay loop involves exploring "Threshold Zones" where the laws of physics are broken, solving environmental puzzles, and engaging in high-octane telekinetic combat.

10. Star Wars: Eclipse

Narrative Adventure

Release Date: Holiday 2026

Quantic Dream's foray into the Star Wars universe is being released in an episodic format, with "Act 1" arriving on PS4 in late 2026. Set during the High Republic Era, the game doesn't follow a single hero but a cast of multiple characters-from Jedi Knights to Trade Federation diplomats.

The game plays like Detroit: Become Human but with significantly more action. Your choices can result in the permanent death of your protagonists, and the story will simply adapt and continue without them. On the PS4, the cinematic quality is top-tier, though players should expect 30fps during the action sequences. You'll explore the Outer Rim, interact with new alien species, and participate in high-stakes political intrigue that could shift the balance of the entire galaxy.

11. Monster Hunter Wilds

Action RPG

Release Date: Q1 2026

Capcom initially hesitated on a PS4 release for Wilds due to the game's "Seamless World" mechanics, but a "Lite" version was eventually developed to capitalize on the 100 million+ PS4 owners. This version features the full roster of monsters and all 14 weapon types, but with loading screens between the major biomes that are seamless on PS5.

The game focuses on "Environment Interaction." You can lure monsters into natural traps, like collapsing rock walls or quicksand pits. The weather system-including massive sandstorms and lightning strikes-has been slightly simplified for the older hardware but still impacts the behavior of the wildlife. It remains the deepest hunting simulator on the platform, offering thousands of hours of grinding for that perfect set of elder dragon armor.

12. The Wolf Among Us 2

Narrative Mystery

Release Date: Q1 2026

Bigby Wolf returns in this long-awaited sequel from the revived Telltale Games. Set six months after the first season, Bigby is suspended from his role as Sheriff and is working as a private investigator in a snowy, 1980s New York City.

The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5, but Telltale has optimized the PS4 version to maintain the iconic "comic book" aesthetic without sacrificing performance. The story focuses on a "mundie" (human) detective who gets too close to the secrets of Fabletown. The choice-based gameplay is more nuanced than before, with a new "Interrogation" mechanic where Bigby must balance his wolfish instincts with the need for information. It's a noir masterpiece that fans have been waiting over a decade to experience.

13. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake

Action / Platformer

Release Date: March 2026

After being completely restarted at Ubisoft Montreal, the Sands of Time remake has finally arrived. This is a "Faithful Plus" remake, meaning the layout of the palace and the iconic puzzles remain the same, but the combat has been rebuilt to feel like a modern character-action game.

The PS4 version is the lead platform for development for much of its cycle, ensuring a very polished experience. The parkour is smoother, with the Prince feeling more responsive as he wall-runs and swings from poles. The time-manipulation effects-slowing down enemies or rewinding a fatal fall-have been visually enhanced with modern sand-particle physics. It's the perfect way for a new generation to experience one of the greatest games ever made.

14. Like a Dragon: Infinite Chaos

Turn-Based RPG

Release Date: Mid 2026

The sequel to Infinite Wealth sees Ichiban Kasuga traveling to South East Asia. The turn-based "Live Command" system returns, allowing players to move Ichiban around the battlefield to use the environment to their advantage.

The PS4 version includes all the wacky "Job" classes, such as the "Street Chef" who uses a wok as a shield or the "Tech Guru" who summons drones. The map is the largest in series history, but the PS4 manages it by using a clever level-of-detail system. With a "Sujimon" battle system that is now even more complex, and a "Dondoko Island 2.0" base-building mode, this is a massive value package for PS4 owners.

15. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Action RPG / Immersive Sim

Release Date: Summer 2026

After years of delays, the cult-classic sequel is finally here. You play as an "Elder" vampire in Seattle, caught in a three-way war between vampire factions. The game is an immersive sim, meaning you can complete objectives through stealth, social manipulation, or brute force.

The PS4 version focuses on the "Clan Disciplines." You can choose from clans like the Banu Haqim (assassins) or the Tremere (blood mages). The game features a "Masquerade" system where feeding in public or using powers in front of humans will draw the attention of the police and vampire hunters. It's a deep, atmospheric RPG with multiple endings based on your political alliances.

16. Tomb Raider: Legend Reborn

Action-Adventure

Release Date: Late 2026

Crystal Dynamics is "unifying" the Lara Croft timelines. This game features an older, more experienced Lara who uses gear from the "Survivor" trilogy (the bow and climbing axes) alongside the dual pistols from the original 90s games.

The PS4 version is a masterpiece of optimization, delivering massive, open-ended "Hub" tombs that require complex physics-based puzzle solving. The combat is more stealth-focused, encouraging players to use the environment to take down mercenaries. It's a return to the series' roots of isolated exploration and archaeological mystery.

17. Blue Protocol

Action MMORPG

Release Date: 2026

After years in Japan, Amazon Games has finally brought this anime-styled MMO to the West. The PS4 version is fully cross-play with PC and PS5. It features a fast-paced, real-time combat system that feels more like a character-action game than a traditional MMO.

The story is told through high-quality cinematics that look exactly like an anime series. Players can choose from five distinct classes and explore a massive, beautiful world. While the PS4 version has fewer players visible on screen at once in the main cities, the dungeons and boss raids are fully featured.

18. Wonder Woman

Action

Release Date: Mid 2026

From Monolith Productions, the creators of Middle-earth: Shadow of War, comes a Wonder Woman game featuring the famous "Nemesis System." Enemies you defeat (but don't kill) will remember you, gain new powers, and rise through the ranks of the Amazonian or Olympian armies.

The combat focuses on the Lasso of Truth, which can be used to grapple enemies, parry attacks, and even interrogate foes for information. The PS4 version handles the Nemesis System perfectly, as it was originally designed for that generation. The game features a soaring, orchestral score and a vibrant art style that brings Themyscira to life.

19. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Fighting

Release Date: Early 2026

SNK's legendary fighting series returns after a 26-year hiatus. The game features a "Rev System" that allows for offensive and defensive bursts, keeping the gameplay fast and aggressive.

The PS4 version is the competitive standard for many tournaments due to its low input lag. The game features 17 launch characters, including series mainstays like Terry Bogard and newcomers like Preecha. The "artistic" cel-shaded look is light on the hardware, allowing for a rock-solid 60fps-essential for a fighting game.

20. Judas

First-Person Shooter / Immersive Sim

Release Date: Late 2026

The new game from Ken Levine (creator of BioShock) is set on a disintegrating space station called the Mayflower. You play as "Judas," a woman who must decide which of three conflicting leaders to help or betray to survive.

The game features "Narrative LEGOs"-modular story bits that change based on your actions. On PS4, the game maintains the high-concept art deco style Levine is known for. The gameplay involves "hacking" the environment and using elemental powers similar to Plasmids. It is a dense, cerebral experience that serves as a fitting swan song for the PlayStation 4.

The PS4 Legacy Continues

2026 represents what may be the final major year for PlayStation 4 releases. From massive JRPGs like Persona 6 and Dragon Quest XII to ambitious action games like Judas and Control: Resonant, the lineup proves that the PS4 still has plenty of life left. Whether you're waiting to upgrade or simply love your console, these 20 games ensure you'll have an incredible year of gaming ahead.