The collection of first-person shooters on PS Plus has grown to over 50 FPS games, covering a variety of themes, including WW2, sci-fi, horror, and more. Whether you like to run-and-gun or take a more tactical approach, PlayStation Plus has got you covered. Here are the top 10 highest-rated FPS games on PlayStation Plus according to their review score.
1. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus follows William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, a Resistance fighter who battles the Nazis in the United States. It is the sequel to Wolfenstein: The New Order, and the eighth main entry in the Wolfenstein series. The game is set in an alternate history where the Nazis won World War II by using advanced technology from an ancient Jewish mystical society.
Metacritic Score | 87 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 |
Format | Download |
Release Year | 2020 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Horror, Sci-fi |
2. Doom Eternal
Doom Eternal is the sequel to Doom (2016), and is the seventh game in the Doom series. The game features a single-player campaign and a multiplayer mode called Battlemode, as well as a horde mode added in 2021. The game encourages the player to use aggressive combat tactics to gain health, ammo, and armor, and also includes platforming and puzzle-solving elements.
Metacritic Score | 87 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 |
Format | Download |
Release Year | 2020 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Horror, Sci-fi |
3. Doom
Doom 2016 is set on Mars in the year 2145. The game follows the story of an unnamed space marine, also known as the Doomguy, who must fight off demons that have taken over a research facility on the planet. The game features fast-paced combat and an arsenal of powerful weapons, including a Super Shotgun and a chainsaw, that players can use to defeat demonic enemies. The game also includes a multiplayer mode, in which players can compete against each other in various game modes.
Metacritic Score | 85 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4 |
Format | Download |
Release Year | 2016 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Horror, Sci-fi |
4. Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
In the dystopian world of 2029, augmented humans with controversial artificial organs are segregated after a violent event known as the Aug Incident. This era of “mechanical apartheid” sets the stage for the game. You play as Adam Jensen, a double agent for the hacker group Juggernaut Collective. Your mission is to expose the Illuminati, who manipulate events behind the scenes. The game combines first-person shooter, stealth, and role-playing elements, allowing players to make choices that impact the story and gameplay.
Metacritic Score | 84 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4 |
Release Year | 2016 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Sci-fi |
5. Resistance 3
Resistance 3 is set in an alternate history where humanity is on the brink of extinction. The main character, Joseph Capelli, is on a mission to save humanity from the alien invaders known as the Chimera. The game features various weapons and abilities to combat the Chimera, as well as online multiplayer modes. The story continues from the previous games in the series, with Capelli traveling across the United States to reach New York City and confront the enemy.
Metacritic Score | 83 |
Subscription | Premium (stream only) |
Platform | PlayStation 3 |
Release Year | 2011 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Sci-fi |
6. Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon: Classic Edition
Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon: Classic Edition follows Sergeant Rex Power Colt, a cybernetic commando who fights against a cyborg army on a post-apocalyptic island. It is a remastered version of Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, a spin-off of Far Cry 3, with a retro-futuristic style and humor. The campaign follows Rex Power Colt as he infiltrates the island, rescues his partner Spider, and confronts Colonel Ike Sloan and his army of cyborgs, dragons, and mutants.
Metacritic Score | 82 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4 |
Release Year | 2021 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Comedy, Cyberpunk, Sci-Fi |
7. RAGE
In the post-apocalyptic near-future players take control of Nicholas Raine, a soldier who emerges from hibernation in an underground shelter. He finds himself a wanted man by an oppressive organization known as The Authority. The game combines first-person shooter and driving segments. Players explore the wasteland using their vehicle, armed with a variety of upgradeable firearms. Combat is undertaken from a first-person perspective, and there are vehicular events such as races and checkpoint rallies.
Metacritic Score | 81 |
Subscription | Premium (stream only) |
Platform | PlayStation 3 |
Release Year | 2011 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Post-apocalypse, Sci-Fi |
8. Warhammer: Vermintide 2
Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is a co-op-focused action game that takes place in the Warhammer Fantasy Battles world during the End Times, a time of war and apocalypse. The game allows the player to choose from five different characters, each with three different careers and various skills, weapons, and abilities, to fight against the armies of Chaos and Skaven. The game can be played solo or with up to four players online, with different levels, missions, and difficulties to challenge the players.
Metacritic Score | 81 |
Subscription | Extra |
Platform | PlayStation 4 |
Release Year | 2018 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Fantasy, Horror, Post-apocalypse |
9. Dishonored: Definitive Edition
In the dystopian city of Dunwall, you step into the shoes of Corvo Attano, a highly skilled former bodyguard framed for the murder of Empress Jessamine Kaldwin. Armed with supernatural powers, Corvo escapes from prison to clear his name and alter Dunwall’s history. The game offers a unique blend of first-person stealth action. Players can choose to be lethal or non-lethal, exploring a world with seemingly endless options. The story is engaging, with government conspiracy and grassroots militia efforts adding depth.
Metacritic Score | 80 |
Subscription | Premium |
Platform | PlayStation 4 |
Release Year | 2015 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Espionage, Steampunk |
10. The Darkness
In this first-person shooter, players step into the shoes of Jackie Estacado, an Italian-American hitman for the mafia. On his 21st birthday, Jackie becomes the host for an ancient demonic force known as “the Darkness”. This malevolent spirit grants him supernatural powers, including summoning imp-like “darklings,” using dark tentacles to impale foes, and creating black holes. The Darkness powers are strongest in the dark, and players can shoot out lights to increase their energy. The game’s New York City locales serve as the backdrop for Jackie’s quest for revenge against the mafia and his struggle with the curse.
Metacritic Score | 80 |
Subscription | Premium (stream only) |
Platform | PlayStation 3 |
Release Year | 2007 |
ESRB Rating | Mature |
Theme | Crime, Horror |
Looking for more great FPS games on PS Plus? You can browse all PlayStation Plus FPS games at PS Plus Guide (and, find the right game for you by filtering them by review score, game length, gameplay modes, and more).