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Tired of easy-mode games? These 15 Souls-like PS5 beasts will humble you, break you, and rebuild you STRONGER! From blood-soaked bosses to worlds that HATE you… Who’s conquered them ALL? (Hint: #7’s secret weapon is INSANE!)

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In the unforgiving world of gaming, few genres deliver the raw thrill of Souls-like titles – punishing combat, cryptic lore, and bosses that demand perfection. Since FromSoftware’s Demon’s Souls ignited the flame in 2009, the genre has exploded on PS5, blending Japanese dark fantasy with innovative twists from indies and AAA studios alike. As of December 2025, the PlayStation 5 library boasts enhanced remasters, backward-compatible classics, and fresh 2025 releases like Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. With ray-tracing visuals, haptic feedback via DualSense, and 60FPS performance in many cases, these games shine on Sony’s console. But which ones justify dropping $20-70? We’ve ranked the top 15 based on critic scores from OpenCritic and Metacritic, player acclaim, replayability, and value – all playable natively or enhanced on PS5. Prepare to die… a lot.

15. Blasphemous 2 Released in 2023 by The Game Kitchen, this 2D pixel-art masterpiece earns an 84 on OpenCritic. Building on its predecessor’s Metroidvania roots, it amps up brutal combat with three weapon types – swords, prayers, and altars – in a nightmarish Catholic-inspired Cvstodia. Bosses like the grotesque Horrid Decrepit demand pattern mastery amid gore-soaked penance. At $30, its 15-20 hour campaign, New Game+ modes, and free updates make it a steal for handheld PS5 play. PS5 enhancements include sharper 4K visuals and faster load times, proving indies can rival giants.

14. Code Vein Bandai Namco’s 2019 anime Souls-like (Metacritic 70) follows vampiric “Revenants” in a post-apocalyptic ruin, with deep blood code customization and companion AI for co-op vibes solo. Switch classes mid-fight, drain foes for buffs, and tackle 50-hour depths with waifu husbands. Often $10 on sale, its accessibility options and flashy combat reward build-crafters. PS5 backward compatibility adds steady 60FPS, turning a cult hit into essential backlog fodder.

13. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Team Ninja’s 2023 historical epic (81 Metacritic) pits you against Three Kingdoms demons with deflection-heavy parries akin to Sekiro. Morale system ties spirit to confidence, while elemental spells diversify 30+ weapons. Expansions add replayability to its 40-hour saga. At $20 Complete Edition, it’s a steal for Nioh fans seeking structured difficulty. PS5 Pro patches ensure buttery performance.

12. Mortal Shell Cold Symmetry’s 2020 indie gem (76 Metacritic) innovates with “shells” – swap fallen warriors’ bodies for unique playstyles in a rot-infested realm. Harden to parry, explore cryptic ruins, and master 20-hour hardening combat. Enhanced Edition ($20) includes co-op. PS5’s haptics amplify fleshy impacts, making every death visceral.

11. Lords of the Fallen (2023) Hexworks’ redemption arc (80ish aggregate) features dual-realm Umbral/Avereum shifts revealing secrets in a gothic cathedral sprawl. Patched combat now rivals Dark Souls with 100+ weapons. $40 Deluxe offers NG+ and co-op. PS5 ray-tracing elevates its scale post-launch woes.

10. Black Myth: Wukong Game Science’s 2024 blockbuster (81 Metacritic) channels Journey to the West with fluid combos, transformations, and 80+ bosses in mythical China. Spectacle sells 20M+ copies; $60 justifies 40-hour spectacle. PS5 performance mode hits 60FPS flawlessly.

9. Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Leenzee Games’ 2025 debut (74 Metacritic PS5) blends Ming Dynasty lore with gun-sword hybrids and shapeshifting. Fast bosses and level design shine despite spikes; $50 for 30 hours of Chinese flair. PS5 Pro aids stuttering.

8. Remnant 2 Gunfire Games’ 2023 shooter-Souls hybrid (80 Metacritic) randomizes worlds for endless runs, co-op archetypal builds. DLCs extend 50+ hours; $50 gold standard for procedural pain. PS5 haptics enhance gunfeel.

7. Nioh 2 Team Ninja’s 2020 pinnacle (85 Metacritic) offers 100+ weapons, yokai shifts in feudal Japan. Complete Edition ($50) packs 100 hours. PS5 Collection remaster hits 120FPS.

6. Dark Souls III FromSoftware’s 2016 swan song (89 Metacritic) refines interconnected Lothric with fluid rolls, PvP. $40 DLCs eternal. PS5 backward compat stable.

5. Lies of P Round8’s 2023 Pinocchio twist (84 Metacritic) stuns with Legion Arms, perfect parries in steampunk Krat. Overture DLC adds prequel; $60 masterpiece. PS5 visuals pop.

4. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice FromSoftware’s 2019 rhythm game (90 OpenCritic) mandates posture breaks in Sengoku Japan. $60 purity. PS5 60FPS glory.

3. Demon’s Souls (Remake) Bluepoint’s 2020 PS5 exclusive (92 OpenCritic) haunts with fog-shrouded Boletaria, puzzle bosses. $70 launch icon; ray-tracing peak.

2. Bloodborne FromSoftware’s 2015 frenzy (91 OpenCritic) aggresses in Yharnam with Regain rallies. $20 digital; PS5 60FPS petitions ongoing.

1. Elden Ring FromSoftware’s 2022 GOAT (95 OpenCritic) opens vast Lands Between, Shadow of the Erdtree DLC (94). $60 + $40 DLC; infinite replay. PS5 seamless.

These titles total under $600, offering thousands of deaths-turned-victories. PS5’s power elevates them – grab now before Nightreign spins off. What’s your toughest boss?