Best Open World Games on PS5 Ranked (May 2025)

Open-world games are the heart and soul of the console experience, allowing players to just sit back, relax, and enjoy the storyline. But thanks to the many options available, finding the right game to sink hours into can be challenging. If you’re facing that dilemma, don’t worry—we’ve tested the most popular open-world games on the PS5, and here are the best ones you should try.

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5. Cyberpunk 2077

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When Cyberpunk 2077 first came out, its reception wasn’t exactly great, thanks to the bugs and glitches. However, over the years, game developers have steadily addressed almost all issues, and now it’s a fantastic game.

Set in the dystopian sprawl of Night City, the story follows V, a customizable mercenary on a high-stakes mission to steal a biochip called the Relic. What follows is a chaotic series of events that spiral out of control. The world is incredibly detailed and dense, packed with things to do and places to explore. However, my favourite part about Cyberpunk is definitely riding a motorcycle in a neon-lit rainstorm.

4. Witcher 3

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When CD Projekt Red released the next-gen update for The Witcher 3, it took the game from a solid open-world option to one of the best RPGs ever. Set in the Slavic folklore, the game follows the story of Geralt of Rivia, a professional monster hunter known as a Witcher.

What sets The Witcher 3 apart is its storytelling—both in the main plot and the hundreds of side quests that somehow manage to feel just as important. Plus, the ending is super interesting and puts players in a dilemma that no one expects.

3. Ghost of Tsushima

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Developed by Sucker Punch Productions, Ghost of Tsushima is the most visually stunning game on this list. Set in 1274 during the first Mongol invasion of Japan, it follows Jin Sakai, one of the last surviving samurai on the island of Tsushima. After a devastating defeat, Jin embarks on a journey to master new tactics and liberate his homeland.

But what sets Ghost of Tsushima apart is its design. There’s no mini-map cluttering the screen. Instead, the wind guides you to your objectives, and there’s a lot to do around the island, with different stories and objectives to choose from.

The combat is equally impressive and deadly. You can either face enemies head-on or sneak up on them from behind and attack when they least expect it. The story also strikes a perfect balance between emotional depth and thrilling action.

2. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2

For someone whose entire childhood was spent watching Spider-Man jump around buildings in the movies, I was super excited when Insomniac released the first Spider-Man game—and it became a massive hit. The sequel, Spider-Man 2, lives up to the hype and builds on everything that made the first one great.

It combines fast-paced combat, a good story, and the sheer joy of swinging across New York City in a package that you can’t miss. Plus, this time you’re not just playing as Peter Parker—you also get to control Miles Morales. Each character has unique powers and storylines, but what really kept me hooked was the seamless transition from the action-packed scenes to the quiet moments in the game.

If there’s one reason you must play Spider-Man 2, it’s the swinging. I’ve spent countless hours just soaring, gliding, and diving through the city without doing any missions—and honestly, that was some of the most fun I’ve had in a game in a long time.

Also, Insomniac has done an excellent job of optimising the game for the PS5, with absolutely stunning visuals, high frame rates, and quick loading times.

1. Red Dead Redemption 2

At number one, we have what might just be the greatest game of all time—Red Dead Redemption 2. Set in a fictionalized version of the American West in 1899, it tells the story of Arthur Morgan, an outlaw wrestling with loyalty, morality, and the harsh realities of survival. But calling it a story about outlaws would be a disservice, because RDR 2 is much more.

It’s so well written that you get sucked into the story and a part of you starts feeling for the character, his journey, and his issues. In addition, Rockstar has done an excellent job with the open world. From jaw-dropping vistas to intimate details, everything feels handcrafted. There’s something genuinely magical about riding your horse through misty forests or across snow-covered mountains while the sun sets in the distance.

Plus, there’s so much to do. I’ve spent hours fishing in remote creeks, cooking meat over a campfire, and riding across mountain trails while admiring the scenery.

You can interact with every NPC, observe their behavior, and even form relationships with your gang members, which is something no other game does. The missions are solid and don’t frustrate you with moments that make you feel stuck.

While there is no dedicated PS5 version yet, the game runs significantly better thanks to improved loading times and frame stability. That’s why Red Dead Redemption 2 is the best open-world game on the PS5.

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