I Played 5 Of The Lowest-Rated PS5 Games So You Never Have To

I actually love things that are so bad they’re good! I have fun watching train wrecks like the reality show Ghost Adventures or hilariously awful movies like The Room, and I always have plenty to say while I’m watching. I even enjoy games like Deadly Premonition – it’s so strange and flawed that it’s fascinating, blurring the line between a truly bad game and something strangely enjoyable.

Some PS5 games have received very poor reviews, but even though they’re not enjoyable like Deadly Premonition, they aren’t the absolute worst games ever made. They’re playable and generally look complete. However, I’d only suggest trying them if you’re really interested in games that try ambitious things but ultimately fall short.

We’re not simply focusing on the downsides, as even these games have some good qualities. The average score from Open-Critic’s top reviewers is included for each game in parentheses.

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Captain Blood (48%)

God Of Pirates

Of all the games here, Captain Blood has the most unusual story. Development began way back in 2003, and the project went through many changes – different titles, developers, and intended consoles. It originally started on the Xbox, then moved to the Xbox 360, but seemed to be canceled around 2010. Surprisingly, fifteen years later, it was finally released on several platforms in 2025, though it didn’t make much of a splash. In terms of gameplay and overall feel, it’s similar to God of War, putting players in control of a powerful, adventurous pirate.

The game lets you fight enemies with melee attacks, guns, and special moves that target groups. You can also grab objects from the environment to use as weapons. While it looks like an updated PlayStation 2 game – which isn’t inherently negative – it doesn’t feel particularly advanced for a new release. It’s not a bad game, but its unremarkable visuals and gameplay aren’t very memorable. It’s good to see cancelled projects sometimes get finished, like Star Fox 2, but Captain Blood feels like one that should have stayed lost to time.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash (45%)

Doesn’t Do The Anime Justice

Jujutsu Kaisen is a hugely popular anime, and I enjoy it as a casual fan. So, there was a lot of excitement when Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash was announced, especially since anime fighting games have been really strong lately – the Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm series sets a high standard. However, this new 2024 Jujutsu Kaisen game has received a lot of criticism, and it’s easy to understand why. The character designs are inconsistent, sometimes looking good, but often appearing outdated, like something from the PlayStation 3 era.

Gameplay varies, but most matches involve two-player teams where each player takes on an opponent. While this concept is solid, the game’s execution falls short. Despite being based on a manga from 2018 and an anime that began in 2020, Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash has a surprisingly limited roster of characters. The story mode is brief and feels unfinished, and the combat, both in single-player and online, isn’t very engaging. Given how famous Jujutsu Kaisen is for its visually stunning and dynamic fight scenes, this game’s lack of style is a letdown.

Lego Brawls (53%)

Super Brick Bros.

Lego Brawls initially launched on iPhones and iPads in 2019, and later came to consoles in 2022. It’s different from most Lego games – instead of being made by TT Games, it was created by Red Games Co., a less well-known developer. Essentially, it plays a lot like Super Smash Bros. The game features 2D battles on stages that are impressively large for the genre, with environments based on popular licenses like Jurassic World, as well as more general themes like pirate settings. As someone who fondly remembers Lego sets from the 1990s, I especially enjoyed the characters and levels that brought back childhood memories.

Players fight against computer opponents or other players online in simple battles. The characters only have one attack each – they don’t have complicated combo moves – but power-ups like explosive disco balls and rideable mounts add some fun to the fights. There are also team-based modes where you collect items or capture points, which offers a little more variety. However, it doesn’t quite stand out as a particularly enjoyable Lego game when compared to the many other excellent multiplayer and single-player games available. Considering Lego’s reputation for creativity, Lego Brawls feels surprisingly uninspired.

Scar-Lead Salvation (54%)

Cyberpunk’D

Developed by the team behind the Hyperdimension Neptunia series, Scar-Lead Salvation is a new, fast-paced roguelike shooter. Instead of the typical turn-based gameplay of their other titles, this game puts you in control of a robotic woman who doesn’t remember her past. You’ll explore randomly generated levels filled with robots, navigating through corridors and rooms. While the character moves smoothly, some animations feel a little unnatural. Players can also jump and dash to avoid enemies and obstacles.

The game features a good selection of guns that players can quickly switch between, ranging from standard lasers to weapons firing larger shots. While the game performs well and looks decent, it’s a bit lacking in excitement. The story doesn’t really develop between attempts, and when bits of lore do appear, they aren’t as compelling as those found in games like Returnal. The shooting itself is alright, but the weapons, abilities, and enemy designs feel unoriginal, ultimately making this just another run-of-the-mill roguelike shooter. It wasn’t a bad game, but I’ve definitely played both better and worse shooters on the PS5.

South Park: Snow Day (59%)

Breaking The Trend

Look, I’ve been a South Park fan since day one – I was watching the show when it first hit Comedy Central back in ’97. So, I’ve suffered through a lot of terrible South Park games over the years. Thankfully, The Stick of Truth and The Fractured But Whole finally broke the curse! When South Park: Snow Day was announced, I was cautiously optimistic. It didn’t look like a traditional RPG like those earlier games, but the idea was cool. They were putting the kids back into fantasy roles, just like The Stick of Truth, but this time it’s a 3D action game. Apparently, a massive snowstorm totally transformed South Park, and that’s the setting. I was hoping it would be good!

While an improvement over older South Park games, Snow Day doesn’t compare to the quality of the show’s best RPG episodes. The game starts with character creation and a tutorial covering combat with weapons and powers, as well as card customization. It might be fun as an extra mode in another South Park game, but as a standalone four-player action game, it quickly becomes repetitive. With uninspired jokes, levels, and abilities, South Park: Snow Day ultimately falls flat, especially since matches are overly long.

2026-04-09 14:37