5,400 votes reveal 2026's best

Push Square polled readers on their favorite PS5 games from the first six months of 2026. Over 5,400 votes determined a top ten from 50 releases.

Resident Evil Requiem wins big

Resident Evil Requiem claimed first place with 967 votes, combining survival horror and action gameplay. The game pulls from the franchise's greatest hits while delivering both terror and cheesy storytelling.

“Requiem feels like a greatest hits compilation, as it jumps between often terrifying survival gameplay and all-out action.”

Bond returns in second place

007 First Light earned 791 votes as the runner-up. Developer IO Interactive created an action-stealth adventure featuring a young, volatile Bond whose growth throughout the campaign resonates with players.

“He's a volatile newbie who's rough around the edges, but that makes his growth across the campaign all the more endearing.”

Capcom's new IP takes third

Pragmata, a brand new third-person shooter from Capcom, landed third place with 705 votes. The unique title struck a chord with audiences through its heart and top-notch gameplay.

“A brand new IP from Capcom, this unique third-person shooter has managed to strike a chord with a huge audience.”

Crimson Desert and Hades 2 round out top five

Crimson Desert placed fourth with 534 votes, while Hades 2 secured fifth with 231 votes. The rest of the top ten included Lego Batman, Nioh 3, Mina the Hollower, and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined.

Capcom dominates with two in top three

Two Capcom games landed in the top three, showing the developer's strong track record with both classic horror franchises and new properties. The full year of 2026 still has major releases ahead.

“The Japanese developer can simply do no wrong, it seems.”