5 PlayStation Gaming Trends in 2024 – PlayStation.Blog
Sure, the exciting thrills of 2025 are about to be uploaded to our screens any moment, but there’s still time to bask in the glory that 2024 has to offer. From brilliant Bots and stunning blocky LEGO worlds to epic fantasy adventures and remastered classics, there’s something for everyone.
A year of expansive RPGs
It’s been an enchanting year for vast and magical lands filled with magic-wielding heroes, pointy ears, and towns in the sky. The creator of Persona Atlas enters a brave new world of fantasy ReFantazio metaphorand with that, it received countless well-deserved praise for its thoughtful combat mechanics, slick presentation, and that thing battle theme.
Similar, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has accomplished the difficult task of recreating one of the most influential RPGs of all time and maintaining the momentum of the massively successful game that preceded it. Final Fantasy VII remake. Stick with the awesome, fast-paced action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relinking delivered some highly acclaimed co-op battles along with its sprawling story, while Dragon Age: Guardian ended the year with a hugely engaging quest and a suitably stirring soundtrack by royal composers Hans Zimmer and Lorne Balfe.
On a slightly more grounded level – well, relatively speaking – Like Dragon: Infinite wealth has provided some kick to any RPG fans who prefer mean streets to spell tables, through an entertaining combat system and an exciting expansion of the rich Yakuza universe.
A year of classic remasters
Not to be outdone by the onslaught of new titles that inspire the imagination, there’s an impressive array of classics returning for more than just a fresh lick of paint. That’s more than suitable for Disney’s epic MickeySee the iconic mouse return with new abilities to match its beautifully updated image.
Speaking of icons, Lara Croft fans have a treasure trove of familiar delights to explore within Tomb Raider I–III remasteredAnd she’s not the only one recreating archaeological wonders, either. Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templar: Reforged brings back George Stobbart and Nico Collard’s quest to uncover the intricate secrets of the Templars in this 4K enhanced version of the beloved adventure game.
In galaxies a little further away, Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster And Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary edition both deliver sci-fi fun across the FPS and action-adventure genres respectively – with equally epic ratings in fan-favorite fantasy RPGs via Grandia HD Collection And Reload Persona 3. Oh, and for players craving remastered zombie action? Capcom had their finger on the trigger, because Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster arrives on our screens with a series of… well, clever innovations. Actually, while we are on the subject of horror…
A year of horrors and retro-inspired frights
While many remasters make hearts flutter, there are some returning games that truly make hearts flutter. Silent Hill 2 emerges from the mist in terrifying form with a stunning remake that takes us back to the nightmarish encounter with Pyramid Head, albeit with a high level of presentation fidelity that only enhances the story unforgettable.
There’s also a host of new titles that are just as powerful at making the hairs on your controller-holding arm stand up. For those who love retro style, crow land Timeless survival horror gameplay is perfectly combined in the familiar PlayStation visual style of the 1990s. Likewise, Afraid of the spotlight plays with a retro aesthetic to give the creepy story an intense edge, while the ’80s also make a return through the exciting and disturbing asymmetrical multiplayer thrills of Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Gamebased on the 1988 cult classic film.
If you prefer more modern scares, Still awakening the abyss delivers a psychological – and cosmically tinged – horror that is well-written, utterly haunting and claustrophobic. Although it’s also incredibly easy to go into full-on space with straight-up fear in the VR combat adventure Alien: Rogue Invasion. And in your living room, everyone can hear you scream…
A year of character foundations
Making a mark in the platform genre isn’t easy, but 2024 has provided a blueprint that we all want others to follow in the future. Of course, this year’s big flag bearer is endlessly creative and charming. Astro Bot. Team Asobi’s fun and feature-packed adventure became an instant classic thanks to its imaginative level design, excellent use of the DualSense wireless controller, and several cameos unforgettable invitation.
But let’s not forget a few sleeper hits either. Another crab’s treasure introduced us to the underwater Soulslike action-adventure world of Kril, an angry hermit crab with the ability to use the junk around him as weapons and armor. On the slightly cooler side, Penny’s Big Breakaway is a bright and colorful throwback to an era of dynamic and fast-paced platformers, with the titular hero clearing his name while being attacked by Huang’s army of crazy-headed penguins. Eddie pursues. It’s exactly as wild as it sounds.
A year of creative artistic design
2024 also plays host to some of the most memorable looking games, which not only have a distinct visual identity but also play well. Beautifully crafted stop-motion animation by Harold’s flounder contributed to its 10-year development process, with physical models scanned into the game, providing a striking aesthetic for the captivating graphical adventure.
The strong use of color and contrast is the visual highlight of this beautiful puzzle platformer. Nevadawhile having fun adventures Thank God you are here! relies entirely on absurdist humor with a bright and bold style reminiscent of classic – and no less eccentric – British comedy comics.
Also bold but also blocky, LEGO Horizon Adventurea fun spin on Horizon Zero Dawn. Its visual creativity is highlighted by the reveal that everything you see in the game, including the majestic and impressive machines, can be built using sets and LEGO bricks in the real world.
What games do you love and what are their relevant trends in 2024?
