10 Hardest Open-World Games On PS5

PlayStation 5's open-world games are those with large, sprawling maps that afford players the freedom to explore without much in the way of mandatory linear progression. While these games reward exploration and have a gradual increase in difficulty that matches player skill, some make that difficulty curve much steeper than others. These types of games don't pull punches or give the player much guidance, instead allowing them to try and fail different things until they «get good.»

For players looking for an open-world game that is challenging or even frustratingly difficult, these 10 can be especially challenging in certain regards. This covers games available on PS5 consoles, giving special attention to PlayStation exclusives, which are judged based on how hard the mechanics are to master and how much the game punishes players as they learn. These games are not for everyone, but for some, they provide a unique and rewarding experience when they are finally mastered.

takes place in the Manhattan borough of New York City, and allows players to freely explore the large metropolis. But due to the presence of super-villains and everyday criminals, danger waits down each street and atop each tower. Thus, players must constantly be on the lookout for enemies lying in wait or attacking civilians.

The game's combat system is fantastic, though difficult for new players to get the hang of. It requires them to learn how to simultaneously land combos while web-swinging through the air and using the environment to their advantage. All of this while keeping an eye on each enemy to see what they are doing next. Especially on higher difficulties, the combat in this game requires precise timing and a commitment to learning enemy move sets. But it is an incredibly rewarding system once they get it down.

may share an aesthetic with games like, but don't be fooled into thinking it will be as easy. The non-exclusive game aims for more realistic combat and doesn't give the player too