Back in the 90s, FPS games on consoles were good, but they really took off when controllers with dual analog sticks became standard. Franchises like Call of Duty and Medal of Honor were at the forefront of this genre's rise, and they continue to be influential.

With the popularity of the FPS genre, the PlayStation 5 offers plenty of incredible first-person shooters. The best PS5 FPS games distinguish themselves through unique mechanics and outstanding online support.

16 Atomic Heart

Metacritic Rating: 70 (PS5)

Atomic Heart brings interesting ideas to the table and recreates the classic Bioshock formula for a new generation of gamers. It's pretty weird but stands out among similar titles.

15 Far Cry 6

Metacritic Rating: 73 (PS5)

Far Cry 6 offers a fantastic game with a decent story and a great video game villain, maintaining the series' tradition of compelling antagonists.

14 Dead Island 2

Metacritic Rating: 73 (PS5)

Dead Island 2 offers fast-paced FPS combat with a wide variety of weapons, delivering an exciting zombie-slaying experience.

13 Chernobylite

Metacritic Rating: 78 (PS5)

Chernobylite is a single-player, survival horror FPS game set in the Chornobyl exclusion zone, offering a unique experience full of character and supernatural mysteries.

12 After the Fall

Metacritic Rating: 78 (PS5)

After the Fall provides a great first-person experience in a post-apocalyptic world, taking advantage of the immersive capabilities of virtual reality.

11 Metal: Hellsinger

Metacritic Rating: 78 (PS5)

Metal: Hellsinger offers fantastic gameplay and an incredible soundtrack, blending FPS action with rhythm game elements.

10 The Finals

Metacritic Rating: 79 (PC)

The Finals focuses on providing a fun and customizable FPS experience, offering dynamic environments and vertical gameplay across its maps.

9 Deep Rock Galactic

Metacritic Rating: 85 (PS5)

Deep Rock Galactic offers a cooperative sci-fi shooter experience with challenging combat and unique visuals, making it a standout title in the genre.

8 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

Metacritic Rating: 56 (PS5)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 offers a fantastic single-player campaign and an enjoyable multiplayer experience, making it a must-play for fans of the franchise.

7 Borderlands 3

Metacritic Rating: 91 (PS5)

Borderlands 3 excels in looter shooter gameplay, offering an improved version for the PS5 with enhanced visuals, frame rates, and local co-op support.

6 Apex Legends

Metacritic Rating: 89 (PS4)

Apex Legends has become one of the most-played games, offering a realistic battle royale experience with tight gunplay and strategic gameplay.

5 Metro Exodus: Enhanced Edition

Metacritic Rating: 83 (PS5)

Metro Exodus: Enhanced Edition offers improved frame rates and a captivating survival and stealth FPS experience, making it a must-play for PS5 owners.

4 Pistol Whip

Metacritic Rating: 90 (PS5)

Pistol Whip offers an immersive VR experience that blends rhythm game elements with FPS action, catering to both beginners and experts.

3 Destiny 2

Metacritic Rating: 85 (PS4)

Destiny 2 continues to thrive with its excellent post-release support and core gameplay, solidifying its position as one of the best FPS games on the PS5.

2 Deathloop

Metacritic Rating: 88 (PS5)

Deathloop offers a unique online multiplayer experience and engaging gameplay, establishing itself as a fantastic FPS game for the PS5.

1 Doom Eternal

Metacritic Rating: 87 (PS4)

Doom Eternal delivers brutal combat and innovative mechanics, solidifying its position as one of the best FPS games on the PS5 with its unmatched fluidity and intensity.