Ranking PS4's 2016 Exclusive Games, According to Metacritic

Dead or Alive Xtreme 3: Fortune - 43

The third title in this volleyball spin-off series received poor reviews across the board with many critics noting the lack of gameplay and new content added.

Crazy Strike Bowling EX - 48

This colorful and amusing bowling title sadly offered nothing special or interesting that allowed it to stand out among other sports games.

VEV: Viva Ex Vivo - 50

VEV: Viva Ex Vivo is a survival game that actually takes place on a far smaller scale where users need to survive microscopic environments. However, VEV received poor critical reception due to its awkward controls and actual lack of content or gameplay modes.

Kill Strain - 53

This online twin-stick MOBA shooter featured a competitive aspect based on a 5v5v2 design that had players either attempt to control energy sources or create havoc with mutants known as the Strain. This resulted in unbalanced gameplay that wasn't fun to play and only helped to enhance its glaring lack of features or content.

The Tomorrow Children - 54

The Tomorrow Children is a resource-driven game that has players take control of projections that need to rebuild their city after a massive calamity has struck. However, thanks to an over-emphasis on grinding, The Tomorrow Children ended up being more tedious than fun.

Hardware: Rivals - 56

This automotive combat title focuses on a colorful cast of characters that attempt to do battle with a variety of tricked out vehicles that span the gambit from trucks to tanks. While visually impressive, Hardware: Rivals lacked a real progression system or any unique modes that would help it stand out among other multiplayer games.

Star Ocean 5: Integrity and Faithlessness - 58

Star Ocean 5 is a science fiction RPG that features a blend of traditional and new gameplay mechanics such as a free-flowing fighting system. While the combat itself was considered fun by critics, the dull characters and repetitive nature made Star Ocean 5 outstay its welcome.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven - 61

Eyes of Heaven is a kooky beat-em-up title that embraces everything that makes the manga series so enjoyable and amusing. Even though Eyes of Heaven was a love letter to the fans, there was nothing special about its gameplay as it lacked complexity.

Here They Lie - 62

This PSVR title tasks players with exploring and surviving a warped city that is inhabited by a plethora of monsters and twisted inhabitants. Even though Here They Lie had an interesting world and story, the poor pacing killed many of the tension-filled areas.

Shadow of the Beast - 64

This side-scrolling game developed by Heavy Spectrum features a mix of close quarters combat, platforming, and puzzles that complement the unique creature designs. While the combat and art were praised, Shadow of the Beast was knocked for its short campaign and controls.

Robinson: The Journey - 65

Robinson: The Journey is a PSVR title that puts players in the role of a young boy who has crashed upon an alien planet and must find a way to survive and escape. Robinson: The Journey was a case of style over substance as the world itself was fantastic, but lacked in gameplay thanks to frustrating puzzles.

Rocketbirds 2: Evolution - 67

This sequel is a side-scrolling shooter that allows users to take control of a commando chicken attempting to stop an evil organization from turning his people into food. Despite having an amusing art style and fun co-op mode, critics docked points off for the lack of content and surprisingly short story.

Senran Kagura: Estival Versus - 67

Senran Kagura's gameplay is in the same chaotic vein as the Dynasty Warriors series. Only this title features more half naked women with odd powers. While this title had an over the top style about it, Senran Kagura didn't do anything special or new that made it worth noting.

Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization - 69

This RPG based off an anime of the same name mixes real time combat with balancing different party members and exploring a vast world full of monsters and allies. Even though the game was bogged down with an annoying menu and bland story, it was praised for having fun and complex combat mechanics.

Amazing Discoveries in Outer Space - 71

Developed by Cosmic Picnic, Amazing Discoveries in Outer Space is a platforming game that has a unique focus on momentum and discovering new worlds and creatures. Despite doing a great job at capturing the feeling of exploring new worlds in space, it became highly repetitive and lacked challenge.

Bound - 71

This unique platforming game focuses around a ballerina that uses her skills as a dancer to traverse a highly stylized world that offers unique challenges and gameplay mechanics. While the platforming sections were relatively straight forward, critics adored the gorgeous art direction and character movements.

Headmaster - 72

If you enjoy headbutting soccer balls and VR, then Headmaster may be the game for you. This mini-game driven PSVR title has the player strike their way through The Football Improvement Center. Headmaster was received with moderate scores thanks to its gameplay being incredibly fun, but only in short bursts at a time.

Let It Die - 72

Let It Die is a rogue-like game that blends elements from titles like Dark Souls to create a unique free-to-play game that oozes with personality and wacky character designs. Let It Die got a lot of praise thanks to its memorable characters and world, however, a frustrating multiplayer system kept it from greatness. Just be mindful of the skateboarding Grim Reaper.

Until Dawn: Rush of Blood - 72

Taking horror VR in a more traditional direction, this follow-up to the original Until Dawn is a carnival ride from hell that's full of jump scares and creepy axe-wielding clowns. Even though this titled delivered on scares, it lacked a reason to keep going after being completed.

Amplitude - 74

Amplitude is a rhythm-based shooter that has users fire at incoming beats in order to get the highest score possible either alone or with up to three friends. Despite having polished gameplay and graphics, many critics found the soundtrack to be hit and miss.

SuperHyperCube - 74

Puzzles and virtual reality games go hand in hand, so it should come as no surprise this fast-paced, psychedelic title embraces everything fun about PSVR. Critics largely enjoyed the moment to moment gameplay, some found it lacked a reason to keep coming back other than improving one's score.

Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth - 75

Set in the Digimon universe, Cyber Sleuth is an RPG that is full of wonderful creatures, animations, and an interesting combat system that embraces the core concepts of the Digimon universe. While Cyber Sleuth excelled in capturing the Digimon world, the game was docked for unoriginal ideas in terms of actual gameplay.

Wild Guns Reloaded - 75

This pixelated shooter embraces a retro arcade feel while mixing everything from cowboys to robots in order to produce a fast-paced indie title. Wild Guns Reloaded did a fantastic job capturing that retro SNES feel, however, a few critics noted that the characters were difficult to use thanks to the title focusing more on the hardcore audience.

Tethered - 77

Tethered is a unique VR strategy game that has players connect floating isles and build a world full of colorful creatures and wildlife. This title was wildly praised for its gorgeous art direction and cute villages, yet the gameplay did tend to grow repetitive after awhile.

World of Final Fantasy - 77

Unlike Final Fantasy XV, this title takes a far more traditional approach to the famed RPG's layout, only this time every character is small and absolutely adorable. Even though the combat system was rather complex thanks to a stacking mechanic, this game suffered from a dull story and tedious puzzles.

Grand Kingdom - 78

Developed by Monochrome Corporation, this is a turn-based strategy game where players take control of mercenaries who can utilize a plethora of weapons and magic to destroy their foes. While the action itself was praised for being challenging and fun, some reviewers disliked the repetitive missions offered.

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X - 78

If you are a looking for a challenging rhythm game, Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X is the title for you. Taking elements from games such as Dance Dance Revolution, Project Diva X is a challenging and entertaining music game for fans of vocaloids. Project Diva X was loved by critics for its fluid gameplay, design, and visuals, however there was a noticeable lack of songs to play.

Alienation - 79

Alienation is an energetic twin-stick shooter that blends RPG elements nicely into its classic arcade formula, allowing its chaotic, gorgeous combat to take center stage every time. Despite having highly polished gameplay and visuals, Alienation lacked an interesting ending or reason to keep playing after the credits rolled.

The King of Fighters XIV - 79

For those wanting to beat up their friends, the latest King of Fighters title is one that shouldn't be missed. Unlike some modern fighters, this game embraces its traditional roots with challenging combos and a unique roster of characters to pit against one another. Fans of the series were in for a treat as KoF XIV brought wonderful level design and a great roster of fighters, even if the controls felt oversimplified.

RIGS: Mechanized Combat League - 79

RIGS is another PSVR title that allows players to gain control of large mechs and battle it out in an arena for supreme robo-dominance. Critics largely praised RIGS thanks to fantastic gameplay and design, but some warned players to wait until more content was added into this title.

Score Rush Extended - 80

This bullet-hell shooter is as challenging as it is visually stunning when the action is kicked into high gear. This couch co-op title can be played with up to three others and leans on the simplistic, yet difficult nature of its gameplay. Most reviewers enjoyed their time with this game, noting that fast-paced gameplay was exhilarating, even if it lacked a reason at times outside of raising a high score.

Dragon Quest Builders - 83

Combining the world of Dragon Quest with the gameplay of Minecraft, this title is an RPG hybrid that tasks players with constructing and protecting a town of civilians, all while being reminded that you are not a hero. Even though the game's mission variety got a little repetitive at times, this title was largely praised thanks to its fantastic visuals, gameplay, and focus around maintaining a village.

The Last Guardian - 83

After ten years, The Last Guardian has released upon the world and brings to life a story of friendship between a boy and his giant, adorable companion Trico. Full of puzzles and challenges, this gorgeous title may have you shedding a few tears once the credits finally roll. Despite the highly positive critical reception, the most common complaint was levied towards an annoying camera.

MLB: The Show 16 - 85

MLB: The Show 16 not only continues to refine the mechanics and layout for its gameplay but also boasts some impressive and entertaining modes such as Franchise. However, it was weighed down by some annoying voice over work and passable character models.

Ratchet & Clank - 85

A recreation of the original game, this title is not only gorgeous to look at but is also interjected with solid combat, entertaining weapons, and beautiful level design. While Ratchet & Clank felt too familiar at times, this colorful title delivered solid gameplay and an entertaining story.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir - 87

This side-scrolling action game sports some gorgeous art direction that helps enhance the moment to moment gameplay based around beating up a variety of different creatures. Even though it suffered from some minor issues, Odin Sphere was hailed as a fantastic title that delivered great gameplay and art direction.

Rez Infinite - 89

Considered one of the best PSVR games released all year, Rez Infinite offers intense gameplay along with stunning visuals that embrace a retro, psychedelic art style. This title was loved for its great moment to moment gameplay, visuals, and a wonderful soundtrack.

Uncharted 4: A Theif's End - 93

Seen by many to be the best game of the year, Uncharted 4 features gorgeous, jaw-dropping visuals that really showcased the power of the PlayStation 4. On top of this was fantastic gameplay and a wonderful story that ties in both humor and themes of moving on as an older action hero.