New Releases
Sony has some really solid franchises in its stable. While there weren’t a ton of first-party exclusives, the few that did make it out of the gate received high praise. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End was a gripping conclusion to the adventures of Nathan Drake. The Ratchet & Clank remake not only stands as one of the prettiest games of the year, but it’s also pretty darn fun to boot. The game currently in the spotlight is the long-awaited The Last Guardian. After years of development, a change in platform, and some worrisome cancellation rumors, players can now meet Trico, arguably the most lifelike video game companion ever created.
To help bolster the lineup, Sony once again relied on third-party deals to keep a steady feed of games. Capcom brought Street Fighter V to consoles exclusively on the PS4, and while it didn’t have the smoothest of launches, it’s one of the best technical fighters on the market right now. The continued relationship with Activision and Bungie gave players reason to turn back to their PS4s once Destiny: Rise of Iron released, and there have been plenty of JRPGs and solid multi-platform titles to keep players locked in.
