Guide: 15+ Essential PS5, PS4 Games You Must Add to Your Collection in PS Store’s Weekend Offer

Assassin’s Creed Shadows (PS5)

$52.49 / £55.99 (-25 %)

Ubisoft at last heads east to feudal Japan. Assassin’s Creed Shadows delivers twin protagonists and a breathtakingly detailed playground billed as the most intricate open world in the saga. Its tale of revenge drips with emotion, while stealth mechanics sit front and centre—yet crunchy counter-combat is only a parry away. The result is a stellar entry in this long-running series, sealed with memorable heroes and an unexpectedly layered narrative.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (PS5)

$29.99 / £24.99 (-50 %)

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden weaves a gripping story with thoroughly entertaining play. Repetitive foes and the odd technical hitch keep it from perfection, yet its rich, side-quest-driven narratives more than outweigh a few ho-hum skirmishes. It’s developer DON’T NOD’s finest hour thus far; here’s hoping the newcomer survives for sequels.

BioShock: The Collection (PS4)

$9.99 / £8.99 (-80 %)

BioShock: The Collection packs the legendary trilogy into one remastered package on PS4. The original still dazzles as a modern classic, dropping you into the crumbling undersea metropolis of Rapture; its follow-ups deepen the formula in daring ways. All three drip with atmosphere, pairing offbeat weaponry with plasmid powers for shooter gameplay you won’t find elsewhere. Plan to be spellbound by their audacious worlds and subversive storytelling.

Grand Theft Auto V (PS5)

$14.99 / £14.69 (-50 %)

Now in its third console generation, the sales juggernaut that is GTA V shows no signs of slowing. Brandishing 4K/60 fps on PS5, Los Santos has never looked so polished. Though a few textures and mechanics betray their age, the open world remains peerless, and GTA Online—despite a steep onboarding curve—continues to swell with fresh content, carving out a multiplayer identity that’s genuinely one of a kind.

Hogwarts Legacy (PS5)

$17.49 / £16.24 (-75 %)

Set centuries before Harry’s story begins, Hogwarts Legacy finally lets you enrol at the famous castle. Its central plot is solid, but the magic lies in the details: meandering corridors, secret passageways, and grounds steeped in lore reward every curious step you take. Add punchy spell-slinging combat, exhilarating broom flights, and cuddling baby mooncalves, and you’ve got a franchise high point that fans will treasure.

It Takes Two (PS5)

£10.49 (-70 %)

Think co-op masterpieces and this one instantly leaps forward: It Takes Two, from the creators of Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons and A Way Out. Play as an estranged couple transformed into dolls by their daughter’s tears, then set off—locally or online—on a wildly inventive quest to reverse the curse. The toy-box of ideas never runs dry, serving up inventive twists every few minutes that are pure joy from start to finish.

Kingdom Come:Release II (PS5)

£41.99 (-30%)

The original Kingdom Come: Deliverance was a tough medieval RPG that quietly attained cult status over several years — follow-up Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 clings tightly to that same template. Nevertheless, the sequel enhances almost every element; it presents a grander, far livelier open-world quest brimming with enthralling optional narratives and unforgettable personalities. The experience is thoroughly immersive, obliging players to endure — and ultimately prosper — inside an unforgiving recreation of 15th-century Europe. If it clicks with you, Release 2 stands among the most absorbing role-playing escapades available on PS5.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga (PS5)

$11.99/£9.99 (-80%)

This title channels the full power of the Force. Although numerous LEGO Star Wars chapters have released before, this LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga represents the pinnacle of TT Games’ work. Spanning all nine core Skywalker instalments, it delivers a colossal platforming journey featuring the most celebrated film moments ever filmed. Beyond the main narrative, the open-world element lets you wander countless cinematic locales and assume roles from literally hundreds of characters. The mechanics have also been modernised compared with past LEGO Star Wars outings, tightening gunplay and enlivening brawls. With such an abundance of activities, dedicated Star Wars aficionados might not need another game for months.

Marvel’s Midnight Suns (PS5)

$10.49/£9.74 (-85%)

An anonymous developer at Firaxis clearly adored Fire Emblem: Three Houses, because Marvel’s Midnight Suns lifts that template wholesale into Disney’s superhero cosmos. Instead of befriending archetypal anime students, though, you unwind with Peter Parker and Tony Stark between sorties. Tactical engagements revolve around card-driven moves selected from your deck, and despite the odd pairing of genres, the result is one of the most captivating strategy titles on PS5 by a wide margin.

Mass Effect Legendary Edition (PS4)

$5.99/£5.99 (-90%)

After what felt like an entire generation of waiting, Mass Effect Legendary Edition finally delivers the definitive remaster of BioWare’s original trilogy. Commander Shepard’s galaxy-hopping odyssey remains spellbinding, buoyed by an exceptional ensemble in each of the three epic instalments. The remaster pours deserved polish on the debut entry while lending a sleek finish to its sequels. For anyone craving a sprawling space opera, this anthology is mandatory.

Mortal Kombat 1 (PS5)

$19.79/£16.49 (-67%)

Mortal Kombat 1 reboots the franchise lore, re-envisioning every beloved fighter inside a fresh timeline. The result is a gloriously gory campaign that forges unexpected team-ups. Once the story wraps, there’s no shortage of distractions: tinker with the novel Kameo assist system; conquer the board-game-flavoured Invasion; and relive classic rivalries in arcade Towers brimming with lore drops. While the fundamental fighting engine hasn’t radically shifted, this entry still feels like the franchise’s high-water mark and is poised to receive long-term support.

OlliOlli World (PS5)

$4.99/£4.24 (-50%)

OlliOlli World, the third lap in Roll7’s side-on skate series, ramps everything up in dazzling fashion. Core two-stick tricking stays intact, but the score-chasing hook is now clothed in eye-popping cel-shaded visuals, relaxing beats, and an eccentric cast to keep you grinning. Character customisation is richer than ever, and asynchronous multiplayer generates an endless checklist of fresh stage challenges to master. An addictive and exuberant angle on extreme-sports gaming.

Red Dead Redemption 2 (PS4)

$14.99/£14.99 (-75%)

Rockstar’s crowning achievement, Red Dead Redemption 2, redefines open-world excellence. On top of peerless environmental design, it boasts one of the finest narratives in the medium, packed with unforgettable faces, scenes, and missions. Its refinement is legendary — matched only by Naughty Dog’s obsession with polish. Grown-up, daring, and never less than gripping, Red Dead Redemption 2 is vital for every PS4 collection.

South Park: The Stick of Truth (PS4)

$5.99/£4.99 (-85%)

Packed with the signature satire and brand of humour from the TV show, this compact turn-based JRPG is an absolute delight to power through. Wander the town of South Park, finish absurd side quests, and meet all your favourite residents. Taking roughly ten hours to polish off, it pairs perfectly with its sequel and makes a superb palette cleanser.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (PS5)

£15.74 (-80%)

The direct follow-up to Fallen Order, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor improves on its predecessor in virtually every department. It retains the tight lightsaber duels and semi-linear world design, while addressing prior shortcomings. Cal’s personal arc advances dramatically, his supporting cast grows significantly more compelling, and a hub settlement evolves as time passes. Add sprawling side objectives and a couple of jaw-dropping set pieces, and you have a first-rate adventure for both Star Wars devotees and newcomers.