The Best Narrative Games for Playstation 4 - Page 3

Update : Harold Halibut added at rank #9.
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Bugsnax (2020)

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Review score
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Mac OS IOS iPhone Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Dive into the quirky world of Bugsnax! As a journalist, you'll explore the diverse Snaktooth Island, solve its mysteries, and capture 100 unique Bugsnax. With charming characters, engaging gameplay, and endless customization, you'll be captivated by this delightful adventure.


What we like:
  • Innovative creature-catching gameplay
  • Rich, immersive world with diverse biomes
  • Entertaining and distinct characters
  • Fun, fitting soundtrack
  • Engaging side quests and challenges
What could be improved:
  • None

  • puzzle
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • mystery
  • cute
  • muppet
  • story
  • first-person
  • discovery
  • colourful
  • horror
  • inventive
  • physics
  • comedy
  • controller-support

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Eternal Threads (2022)

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82
Review score
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PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Xbox Series X/s

Eternal Threads is a single-player, first-person story-driven puzzle game of time manipulation, choice and consequence.


  • time
  • manipulation
  • narrative
  • story
  • travel
  • investigation
  • emotional
  • multiple-endings
  • choices
  • puzzle
  • thriller
  • fiction
  • post-apocalyptic
  • interactive
  • exploration

23

Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical - Orpheus (2023)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 5 j Xbox Series X

Gods. Romance. Murder. Musical Numbers?! Play as Grace in a world where Greek Gods live in hiding among us. Change your fate as you draw friends, foes & lovers into song using your powers of musical persuasion to unravel the mystery of the Last Muse's death.


  • visual-novel
  • mythology
  • roleplaying
  • choices
  • narrative
  • mystery
  • romance
  • interactive
  • story
  • graphic
  • rpg
  • adventure
  • comedy
  • novel
  • fantasy

24

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (2023)

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83
Review score
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PC Windows j Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One

Unleash the force in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor! Join Cal Kestis on an unforgettable, galaxy-spanning adventure packed with stunning visuals, satisfying gameplay, and a captivating storyline. Face thrilling boss battles and explore vast worlds. Are you ready to protect the Jedi Order?


What we like:
  • Gripping narrative
  • Visually stunning
  • Satisfying gameplay
  • Improved character development
  • Exciting boss fights
What could be improved:
  • Technical performance issues
  • Lackluster exploration
  • Some animations lack polish

  • fight
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • platform
  • exploration
  • open-world
  • narrative
  • battle
  • puzzle
  • boss
  • adventure
  • skill
  • boss-fight
  • story
  • action

25

Road 96: Mile 0 (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox Series X/s

The prequel to Road 96. Play Zoe and Kaito where it all started. Challenge your beliefs!


  • skateboard
  • narrative
  • rhythm
  • political
  • psychedelic
  • runner
  • story
  • adventure
  • first-person
  • choices
  • politics
  • quick-time-event
  • multiple-endings
  • on-rails
  • surreal

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Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly (2023)

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81
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Xbox Series X/s PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Mac OS Nintendo Switch

Step into the shoes of a barista in Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly. Brew warm drinks, serve quirky fantasy characters, and explore their stories in a chill coffee shop ambiance. Create latte-art masterpieces, influence hearts, and immerse yourself in the alternate present-day Seattle. A must-play for those seeking a warm, relaxing gaming experience with thoughtful conversations and lo-fi beats.


What we like:
  • Engaging story
  • Relaxing gameplay
  • Beautiful pixel art
  • Excellent character development
  • Soothing soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive dialogue
  • Tedious skip function

  • visual-novel
  • relaxing
  • narrative
  • pixel
  • fantasy
  • lgbtq
  • fiction
  • vampire
  • interactive
  • simulation
  • story
  • emotional
  • choices
  • alternate
  • drama

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Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories (2023)

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73
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Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Explore a charming, pixelated world filled to the brim with eccentric characters, criminals, and a plot as weird as it is cute. Comb every inch of Hog Town to collect clues, trail shady characters, and sneak your way through the seedy underworld. Enjoy more than 90 different electronic and jazz-inspired tracks from composer markeryjane.


  • narrative
  • mystery
  • story-exploration
  • adventure
  • visual-novel
  • cute
  • roller-skates
  • exploration
  • classic
  • hamster
  • chiptune
  • retro
  • casual
  • zombies
  • colourmag-header-classic

28

Life is Strange 2 (2018)

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90
Review score
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Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows Mac OS Linux Nintendo Switch

After a tragic incident, brothers Sean and Daniel Diaz run away from home. Fearing the police, and dealing with Daniel's new telekinetic power, the boys head to Mexico. Each stop on their journey brings new friends and new challenges.

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  • episodic
  • narrative
  • choices
  • supernatural
  • story
  • drama
  • adventure
  • mystery
  • romance
  • puzzle

29

Life is Strange 2 Episode 1 (2018)

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90
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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One

After a tragic incident, brothers Sean and Daniel Diaz run away from home. Fearing the police, and dealing with Daniel's new telekinetic power, the boys head to Mexico. Each stop on their journey brings new friends and new challenges.

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  • episodic
  • narrative
  • story
  • supernatural
  • choices
  • drama
  • adventure
  • mystery
  • puzzle
  • romance
  • political
  • difficult

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Bramble: The Mountain King (2023)

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80
Review score
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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.


  • horror
  • platform
  • dark
  • exploration
  • narrative
  • puzzle
  • boss-fight
  • cinematic
  • adventure
  • mythology
  • action-adventure
  • fantasy
  • story
  • emotional
  • lore

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