Despite competing with a slew of original titles, this PS5 remake of a 2009 cult hit sits towards the top of the list. PlayStation Studios and BluePoint Games rebuilt the game from the ground up, presenting a new generation of players to the horrors of this horrific fantasy country.

Demon's Souls transports you to the northern kingdom of Boletaria, a formerly flourishing nation of knights that is now populated by bloodthirsty demons and other terrifying monsters. In PvP warfare, you can battle as a lone warrior, defend against online invasions, or collect allies in an online multiplayer game to fight the demons together.

Price: $69.99 - $89.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/demons-souls/

Astro's Playroom is the best free game on PS5. Critics have already dubbed it one of the best pack-in games of all time. The major reason for bundling games with a system is to highlight the device's features. In the case of the PS5 and Astro's Playroom, this game excels in showcasing the DualSense controller and adaptable triggers.

Astro's Playroom is designed to be enjoyed by the entire family, with adorable characters, tons of magic, and plenty of amusing situations. When you take control of the main character (Astro), you will be able to feel every action owing to DualSense's innovative vibration technology. This game is chock-full of hidden allusions and relics celebrating the history of the PlayStation platform.

Price: Free

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/astros-playroom/

Insomniac Games has created a sequel to Marvel's Spider-Man that is even better than the original, which was released for the PlayStation 4 in 2018. Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales is available as a standalone title with the Launch Edition or as part of a bundle with a PS5 upgrade of the original Marvel's Spider-Man with the Ultimate Edition.

Following the death of his father, Miles meets Peter Parker, who becomes his mentor. When Miles is bitten by his own genetically modified Oscorp spider, he gains special abilities and persuades Peter to train him. What follows is the most realistic version of Marvel's Spider-Man yet, complete with incredible detail of Marvel's New York setting.

Price: $49.99 - $69.99

The Pathless was released on both the PS5 and the PS4 at the same time. The two versions are identical in price, but only the PS5 game features PlayStation's new DualSense Controller technology. If you already own a PS5 and a PS4, the good news is that you can get both versions for the price of one.

This game tells the narrative of an archer and an eagle who are attempting to lift a horrible spell that has been cast over the world. You'll be able to do acrobatics and trick shots as Hunter, the archer while moving at breakneck speeds. The island's forests, meadows, and tundras conceal puzzles that must be solved in order to return the world to normal.

Price: $39.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/the-pathless/

Sackboy, one of the most popular PlayStation characters of all time, makes a return in this LittleBigPlanet spin-off. This 3D platform adventure, released simultaneously on PS5 and PS4, is the most immersive Sackboy game yet.

The mythical Vex kidnaps Sackboy's friends and forces them to build his Topsy Turver in Sackboy: A Big Adventure. To defeat Vex and save the day, you must travel over mountains, jungles, aquatic regions, and space colonies as Sackboy. With PS Plus, you can play alone or with friends in an online multiplayer game.

Price: $59.99 - $79.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/sackboy-a-big-adventure/

With a new version based on the Viking invasion of Britain, developer Ubisoft has restored this history-themed action-adventure series to its former glory. The Ultimate Edition comes with a season pass for the PlayStation 5 as well as an additional quest called The Legend of Beowulf.

You play as Eivor, a Viking raider who battles with axes, swords, and shields as he becomes engaged in the long-running conflict between the Brotherhood of Assassins and the Templar Order in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. The game transports you from the beautiful Norwegian coast to epic raids along the English coast, where every decision you make–from political alliances and combat strategy to dialogue and gear progression–brings you one step closer to glory.

Price: $59.99 - $159.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/assassins-creed-valhalla/

Bugsnax is the second entirely original game on the list, coming from the independent game studio Young Horses (after The Pathless). This is a fun first-person adventure game in which players explore Snaktooth Island in quest of over 100 Bugsnax species.

In this game, you will explore Snaktooth Island's diverse biomes to track down and reunite the inhabitants of Snaxburg; stuff your new friends with Bugsnax (i.e., bugs) to customize them with new looks; and follow hints to reveal Snaktooth Island's mysteries.

Price: $24.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/bugsnax/

The 18th title in the Call of Duty series places players in the early 1980s, during the vital Cold War years. Your task, ideal for fans of the historical fiction gaming genre, is to uncover a global conspiracy led by a shadowy individual on a quest to disturb the global balance of power and change history.

Warzone Season Bundles are included with the game. Season One, which was released alongside the game, takes players through a variety of multiplayer settings, ranging from The Pines retail mall in New Jersey to a festival Nuketown '84 Holiday layout. Season One introduces new free weaponry such as the fast-firing Mac 10 SMG and the flexible Groza Assault Rifle. Gunfight Mode offers four brand new Gunfight maps with a 2v2 combat to the death.

Price: $59.99 - $89.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war/

Godfall has garnered mixed reviews, but it makes the list of the top new looter-shooter PS5 games for 2021. In this fantasy-action role-playing game, you will face quests that will reward you with loot if you defeat the armies that stand in your way.

The nicest part of Godfall is that you may play it solo or with up to two other people. Bosses and foes have been built specifically for co-op play, with special powers that counter several players hitting from different angles.

Price: $69.99 - $99.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/godfall/

People are constantly astounded by how realistic the NBA 2K franchise has become since its initial release in 1999. This next-generation version honors the late Kobe Bryant with a 'Mamba Forever' limited-edition that includes extra tokens, MyTEAM Promo Packs, MyTEAM Cards, and a special digital collection dedicated to the Lakers legend.

NBA 2K21 brings you as near to the action as you can get while the arenas themselves are closed to fans due to COVID-19 limitations, with enhancements to its graphics and gameplay, competitive and community online capabilities, and a variety of game modes.

Price: $69.99 - $99.99

Buy now: playstation.com/en-us/games/nba-2k21/