The transition fromPS4toPS5was a relatively smooth one as far as console upgrades are concerned, largely thanks to backward compatibility between the two platforms. The entire PS4 library can be played on the PS5, but some games have been given special treatment through next-gen updates or performance patches.
These PS5 upgraded versions have significantly improved performance and graphics, making them a much better way to play “older” PS4 games. Below, we’ll take a look at a few of the best PS4 games with PS5 upgraded versions.
Updated June 06, 2025: We’ve added a few additional games with upgraded PS5 versions to this list.
Crash Bandicoot 4 marks the first major entry in the series in over a decade. Originally released for the PS4 and Xbox One, Crash 4 was upgraded with a next-gen release in 2021. This update targets 60FPS at 4K resolution, plus 3D audio and controller haptics.
These improvements make the game much more immersive, and the colorful world of Crash looks amazing on the PS5. While you can technically play Crash 4 as your first game in the series, it’s definitely recommended to at least play the N. Sane Trilogy first, which is also available on the PS4 and PS5.
The Nioh Collection includes Nioh 1 and 2 with vastly improved visuals and frame rate, with support for up to 120 FPS on suitable monitors. For an action Soulslike game like Nioh, this extra FPS definitely doesn’t hurt, and the upgraded textures and lighting also bring a whole new immersive factor to the games' dark atmosphere.
The drastically reduced loading times provided by this updated version let you get back into the game faster after you inevitably die. If you’ve yet to experience either Nioh game or are itching to replay them, The Nioh Collection is the best way, by far, to do so.
Rip and tear your way through a vastly upgraded experience with Doom Eternal’s free PS5 update. Players who owned the original game on PS4 can upgrade for free to the PS5 version, which features three different setting modes to optimize visuals, performance, or a balance of the two.
The visual-focused mode includes Raytracing, enabling beautiful graphics while still running at 60 FPS. No matter which performance mode you use, Doom Eternal looks and runs great on the PS5, offering one of the best ways to play this amazing game.
The free PS5 update for No Man’s Sky revolutionizes the game. Almost every aspect of the game is upgraded, from the beautiful new lighting, shadows, and details on planets to the enhanced textures and 4K resolution.
Plus, the PS5’s SSD greatly increases the overall performance of No Man’s Sky, with a targeted 60 FPS and faster load times when teleporting around the galaxy. This update also takes advantage of the DualSense controller’s haptics and adaptive triggers, making the already immersive No Man’s Sky even more captivating.
Genshin Impact is an ever-expanding open-world game that allows you to explore the magical world of Teyvat. Gather your allies, upgrade them using a variety of materials, and set off on a grand adventure to find your missing sibling.
On the PS5, Genshin Impact has improved visuals, performance, and faster load times. The faster load times especially come in handy when exploring, allowing you to more quickly reach your next destination. The game updates frequently with high-quality story events, additional areas to explore, and new characters to recruit.
The Witcher 3’s next-gen update for PS5 is one of the most comprehensive out there. The standard upgrades like better performance, enhanced visuals, and optimization modes aren’t even the most interesting parts of this update.
So many quality-of-life improvements and enhancements are crammed into this update, and all entirely for free. Sign quick-casting, photo mode, cross-save, pausing during cutscenes; all of these updates on top of the greatly improved graphics and performance settings make the PS5 version of the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt one of the absolute best ways to play the game.
Ghost of Tsushima’s PS5 update brings Tsushima Island to life with its 4K 60fps presentation, elevating the game to unprecedented levels of immersion. This update, titled the Director’s Cut edition, includes all content released for the game, including the Iki Island expansion.
If you’ve never played Ghost of Tsushima before, jumping in with the PS5 version is the best way to experience this game. A great, skill-based combat system, an engaging story, and tons of collectibles are just a few of the elements that make this game shine. Plus, the Legends co-op multiplayer mode adds even more to do if you can’t get enough of Ghost of Tsushima.
Rainbow Six Siege is a 5v5 multiplayer shooter, with an emphasis on tactical, team-focused play and environmental destruction. Each game plays out differently, and only the most coordinated teams will prevail.
Rainbow Six Siege has one of the most impressive PS5 upgraded versions, with a 120 FPS performance mode that is essential for a game in this genre. In a shooter where fast reaction time is the key to victory, every frame counts. For the more casual player, this upgraded version also has a resolution mode that targets 60 FPS at 4K resolution.
The original Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most popular games in the series, so it’s not surprising that it gets so much special treatment. The Final Fantasy 7 Remake was upgraded into the PS5 version, Intergrade, with the DLC side story featuring Yuffie.
This update also features a performance mode for a consistent 60 FPS during intense fights, and a graphics mode for admiring the amazingly detailed scenery of Midgar. The PS5 version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is the definitive way to play the game, and is an exceptional retelling of the original game.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order offers a unique experience in a world filled with Star Wars content. The Metroidvania-style progression system encourages exploration, and there are tons of secrets to uncover when you start diving into the details found on each planet.
Fallen Order’s PS5 upgraded version lets you switch between a beautiful 4K mode and a performance mode that targets 60 FPS at a slightly lower resolution. With faster load times thanks to the PS5’s SSD and an overall improvement to lighting and textures, Fallen Order has never looked or played as well as it does on the PS5.
