PlayStation 5 (6274 programs)

Pros: Beautifully crafted brick environments that feel tangible. Seamless local and online two-player co-op with Friend’s Pass. Poetic, wordless storytelling supported by an atmospheric soundtrack.

Cons: Limited to two-player co-op; no solo campaign content.

Pros: Gorgeous minimalist visuals and six distinct biomes. Two modes: competitive High Score and creative Sandbox. Expanded building roster with 44 structures and vibrant color variants.

Cons: Scoring rules can feel opaque to newcomers.

Pros: Hand-painted 2D environments create a living-painting appearance. Local co-op with AI partner keeps single-player accessible. Wordless narrative encourages player interpretation and discovery. Original score by Calum Bowen supports emotional pacing.

Cons: Concise runtime, typically completable in about two hours. Gameplay intentionally simple, limiting mechanical depth. Non-violent design removes action-oriented players' incentives.

Pros: Built specifically for two-player couch co-op metroidvania sessions. Distinct melee and ranged roles with unique skill trees. Hand-drawn retro-futuristic 2D visuals and animated cutscenes. Smooth character-switching for single-player control.

Cons: Primarily designed for local co-op, limited official online support on consoles. Boss battles demand tight coordination, raising the entry barrier. Progression requires exploration and backtracking, which can slow pacing.

Pros: Retro-futuristic aesthetic. Straightforward combat mechanics. 4 environments, 20 levels. Inspired by Atari 2600 cult classic. 4 bosses, 4 co-pilots.

Cons: Repetitive at times.

Pros: Five distinct heroines change movement and combat flow. Procedurally generated levels keep runs varied. Local two-player couch co-op for in-room teamwork. Bold 16-bit art with modern effects and "cute-gore" tone.

Cons: Steep difficulty curve and precise platforming requirements. Life-force-as-resource forces risky decisions each run. Multiplayer limited to local couch co-op rather than online.

Pros: Immersive single-player narrative. Expands Dead by Daylight universe. High-quality graphics and sound design. Varied gameplay with multiple outcomes.

Cons: Steep system requirements.

Pros: Enhances the Sea of Stars experience. New storyline. Fresh environments, NPCs, and enemy types.

Cons: Requires the base game.

Pros: Rich Greek mythology theme. Unique hazards. Immersive experience.

Cons: No new mechanics.