Top PS5 Games of 2026 (So Far)
▼ Summary
– Over 5,400 votes determined the top ten PS5 games of 2026 so far from 50 releases.
– Resident Evil Requiem took first place with 18% of the vote, praised for blending survival horror and action.
– 007 First Light received 15% of the vote, lauded for its storytelling and gameplay by IO Interactive.
– Pragmata placed third with 13% of the vote, surprising as a successful new IP from Capcom.
– Two Capcom games in the top three highlight the developer’s strong handling of its horror franchise and new properties.
We’ve officially crossed the halfway mark of 2026, and in classic Push Square style, we’ve surveyed the first six months to identify the best PS5 games released so far. Earlier this week, I asked readers to cast their votes for their favorite 2026 titles up to this point.
After tallying over 5,400 votes, a definitive top ten has emerged. With 50 games to choose from, the ones that rose to the top are genuinely crowd-pleasers.
It will be fascinating to see how these titles perform in our official Game of the Year vote at year’s end. Given the relentless release schedule ahead, I suspect today’s winners may face stiffer competition next time.
Here, then, are the top ten PS5 games of 2026 so far, as chosen by you:
- Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined – 110 votes (2%)I always suspected Pragmata would be a hit if it played well, given its years-long marketing campaign. But I honestly didn’t anticipate this level of popularity.A brand-new IP from Capcom, this distinctive third-person shooter has struck a chord with a massive audience. It’s a game with genuine heart and consistently top-tier gameplay.It’s refreshing to see Capcom finding success not only with its established franchises but also with original creations. Securing third place on this list is no small achievement, yet Pragmata makes it look effortless. That’s impressive.
- 007 First Light – 791 votes (15%)James Bond is back with an undeniable bang. Developer IO Interactive delivered a stellar action-stealth adventure, pairing confident, layered storytelling with punchy gameplay.This iteration of Bond has clearly resonated with players. He’s a volatile newcomer, rough around the edges, which makes his journey throughout the campaign all the more compelling.First Light doesn’t reinvent the wheel, and it proudly wears its inspirations on its sleeve. But it pulls everything together with a swagger that perfectly suits the property.
- Resident Evil Requiem – 967 votes (18%)Two Capcom games in the top three? Naturally. The Japanese developer seems incapable of missteps, and Resident Evil Requiem’s position here underscores how masterfully the company has managed its classic horror IP over the past decade.Requiem plays like a greatest hits compilation, shifting between terrifying survival horror and all-out, Leon-with-an-axe action. It nails both tones while delivering a predictably cheesy but engaging Resident Evil story.Congratulations to Resident Evil Requiem , you’re our Game of the Year! For now, at least. We’ll see if it can hold its own against the heavy hitters still to come.What do you think of this top ten? Do you agree with the people’s vote, or were any games unfairly left out? Let the debate rage in the comments below.
