In recent years, Disney has delighted PlayStation fans with a variety of enchanting games, some crafted exclusively for the PS5, while others are PS4 titles that leverage the power of the PS5 through backwards compatibility. Whether you're playing on a PS4 or PS5, you can immerse yourself in the magic of Disney, just as you would while watching a beloved Disney movie or show.
With Disney's acquisition of Marvel, Star Wars, and other iconic franchises, the range of games under the Disney umbrella has expanded significantly. Below, we highlight seven of the finest Disney (or Disney-related) games you can enjoy on your PS5 right now. And if you're interested in exploring beyond Disney's offerings, don't miss our comprehensive list of the best PS5 games available.
Here are our top picks for the best Disney games on PS5:
Disney Dreamlight Valley
Disney Dreamlight Valley is an ideal life simulation game for Disney enthusiasts who adore games like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley. In this game, you step into the shoes of a custom avatar tasked with restoring the titular land to its former glory, which has been devastated by the Forgetting—a mysterious event that caused Disney characters to lose their memories and flee to their homeworlds due to the Night Thorns.
Rebuilding Dreamlight Valley involves hard work and resource gathering, but the reward is the opportunity to befriend every Disney character, including the villains. This game offers a relaxed experience that's perfect for family gaming sessions on your living room couch.
Kingdom Hearts 3
Originally launched on the PS4 in 2019, Kingdom Hearts 3 shines on the PS5 with enhanced graphics courtesy of Square Enix. The game follows Sora as he embarks on another quest with Donald and Goofy to restore his Power of Waking, after failing his Mark of Mastery exam. Meanwhile, Riku and King Mickey search for Aqua, Terra, and Ventus, while Kairi and Lea train to become Keyblade wielders, all preparing for the climactic battle against Master Xehanort.
Kingdom Hearts 3 introduces new gameplay mechanics such as Attraction Flow and Athletic Flow, and features worlds inspired by Toy Story, Monsters Inc., Big Hero 6, Tangled, and Frozen, complete with the iconic "Let It Go" cutscene. The Re:Mind expansion adds depth to the story and offers challenging battles against the data versions of Organization XIII members and the mysterious Yozora. This game is a must-play in the Kingdom Hearts series as we eagerly await Kingdom Hearts 4.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Celebrated for its Grammy Award-winning soundtrack, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is often hailed as one of the best Star Wars games to date. Set five years after the events of Fallen Order, the game follows Jedi Knight Cal Kestis as he battles the Galactic Empire while seeking a safe haven.
Players can customize Cal's appearance and wield a Kylo Ren-inspired Lightsaber with a new stance. The game's top-notch level design and increased number of NPCs provide an immersive Star Wars experience, complemented by its exceptional soundtrack.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Despite Disney's ownership of Marvel, Sony's exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 by Insomniac Games earns a spot on our list. This PS5-exclusive title follows Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they juggle their personal lives and superhero responsibilities amid new threats in New York City, including Kraven the Hunter and the Venom symbiote.
Building on the foundation of its predecessors, the game introduces new web-based gadgets and tailored Spidey suits for each hero, including the iconic Venom suit for Peter. Its immediate popularity led to 2.5 million copies sold within the first 24 hours of release, and it even garnered a promotion on Wheaties cereal. We believe it's the best Spider-Man game ever made.
Disney Speedstorm
For racing game fans who dream of competing against a vast array of Disney characters, Disney Speedstorm by Gameloft Barcelona is the perfect match. This free-to-play PS5 game offers a racing experience similar to Mario Kart, with tracks themed around the worlds of iconic Disney films and franchises such as Mickey and Friends, Mulan, Monsters Inc., Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Minor characters serve as Crew Members, boosting the stats of their respective racers.
While the game's gacha-style microtransactions are a departure from other racing titles like Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing and Mario Kart 8, the thrill of racing as characters like Mulan, Sulley, Jack Sparrow, or Elsa against Mickey Mouse is undeniable.
Gargoyles Remastered
Gargoyles Remastered brings the classic 16-bit Sega Genesis game to the PS4, with a 2D side-scrolling platforming experience developed by Empty Clip Studios. Players control Goliath as they relive the Gargoyles' battle against the Eye of Odin, spanning from Viking invasions at Castle Wyvern to their reawakening in modern-day Manhattan.
The game offers a toggle between the new art style inspired by the Disney animated series and the nostalgic 16-bit pixel visuals, along with an instant rewind feature to enhance gameplay. The dynamic soundtrack shifts between remastered and classic versions based on the chosen mode, providing the best of both worlds.
Disney Classic Games Collection
The Disney Classic Games Collection, brought to modern consoles by Digital Eclipse and Nighthawk Interactive, is a remastered compilation of the 2019 release featuring Aladdin and The Lion King. This collection includes both console and handheld versions of these beloved titles, along with The Jungle Book.
New features include an interactive museum, a rewind function, and an expanded soundtrack. Owners of the 2019 release can purchase the DLC, which includes the SNES version of Aladdin and additional versions of The Jungle Book, for just $10.
AnswerSee ResultsAnd there you have it, those are our picks of the best Disney games on PS5. Agree with the picks on our list, or are some of your favorites missing? Well, you can share your own top fighting games lists with us via IGN Playlist, our brand new tool that allows you to keep track of your gaming library, create lists and even rank them, discover what some of your favorite creators are playing, and more. Head over to IGN Playlist to find out more, and start creating your own lists to share with us!Looking for more Disney? Check out our list of the best Disney games on Nintendo Switch.
