Fantasy is a genre of Fiction takes place in the fictional universe without any events, locations, or people referencing the globe. Fantasy genre uses in magic or supernatural elements as the primary theme, plot element, or setting. Magical creatures and magic are familiar in the fantasy games. It is also a subgenre of speculative fiction, and it is different from the genres of horror and sci-fi by the lack of macabre and scientific themes respectively. In these games, the player assumes the role of the protagonist, interact with the environment, perform magical tricks, communicate with non-player characters, and explore the land to fulfil his objectives. The player will receive experience or XP points for each completed quests and use them to enhance his abilities. These games comprised the quest-based system and played from isometric, and third-person perspectives. The fantasy genre has often compared with Horror and Sci-fi elements because they are primary categories of Speculative Fiction.

18 Best Fantasy Games for PS4

#1 Mages of Mystralia

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Mages of Mystralia takes place in the Land of Mystralia and offers Action-Adventure gameplay developed and published by Borealys Games. The game supports Single-player mode only and follows the struggle of the female protagonist named as Zia, a mage and discover his hidden power recently. The protagonist sets out herself on an epic adventure to improve her abilities as a mage. After that, the protagonist receives a task to fend off a war between the Kingdom of Mystralia and the army of Trolls and find out more about her destiny. The player can navigate the environment from an isometric perspective and can battle against enemies using her power to kill them. As the game progresses, new elements and features will be unlocked to discover. During her journey, the player meets other mages, find out runes with magical properties, and realises that she can mix these runes in tons of ways to come up new magic spells. Mages of Mystralia includes prominent features such as plenty of distinct Regions to manipulate, Crafting System, Solve Environment Puzzles, Fight Foes, and more. Try it out, and you’ll enjoy it.

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#2 Hob

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Hob is an Action-Adventure, Open World, Isometric, and Single-player video game developed and published by Runic Games for Microsoft Windows and PlayStation 4. The game mixes the Puzzle-Platform, Exploration and Metroidvania elements and offers a stunning gameplay. It takes place in the brutal world in disarray. It puts you in the role of the protagonist, who discovers a planet in the peril as delve into the mystery around. You must explore the ruins from an isometric perspective, befriend spirits, and battle against rogue creatures that invade the extinction. It has various levels and each with a set of objectives that you have to complete at any cost. Unlock new areas, uncover the mysteries by solving the puzzles, and restore the peace on the planet. You can move around the globe freely, interact with landscapes and strange creatures in progress. Earn points and improve your skills and abilities. Hob includes prominent features such as Wordless Narratives, Transform the Land, Grapple with the World, Adventures, and more. Try it out, and you’ll love it.

#3 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA

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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA is an Action Role-playing, and Single-player video game created and published by Nihon Falcom. The game serves as the part of the Ys series and takes place in the fantasy world invaded by giant creatures and monsters. It has several character classes, and the player needs to select one of them to jump into the environment where he can interact with non-player characters and struggle to fulfill his tasks to become the master. It brings a wonderful story for the players, revolving around the protagonist named as Adol, who is on a passenger ship known as Lombardia, attacked and sunk the massive creatures. When the protagonist wakes up, he finds himself on the shore of the cursed island called Seiren Island. During the gameplay, the player has to team up with a fisherman named as Sahad and the noblewoman named as Laxia to assist his friends in surviving and locating the way to get off the cursed island. The game is played from a third-person perspective and during the gameplay, the player can encounter various creatures with a task to slay them using his traditional weapons. With prominent features, addictive mechanics, and wonderful graphics, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA is the best game to play and enjoy.

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#4 Megadimension Neptunia VII

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Megadimension Neptunia VII is a Japanese Role-playing, Anime-based and Single-player video game developed and published by Idea Factory. The plot of the game is split into three different chapters and each with unique title and story. There are a variety of female characters, and you can select your character from them and dive into the fantasy world where you have to battle against different monsters using your abilities and combo system to take down them. The game rewards you with experience points as you advanced. According to the story, the world is threatened by a new evil who struggle to fulfill his unholy plans. You act as the female protagonist and can get help from a mysterious stranger. Accomplish a set of objectives, earn experience points and use them to unlock further content in the game. Megadimension Neptunia VII offers prominent features such as New Battle Features, Three different Worlds, new Dungeon Mini-games, and more. Try it out, and you’ll enjoy it.

#5 Entwined

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Entwined is an exciting Exploration and Adventure video game about a fish and a bird, who are in love but can’t be together. The game supports Single-player mode and mixes Exploration, Third-person, and Rhythm elements by PixelOpus and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The player controls the both characters such as a bird and a fish simultaneously, and struggle to bring them together to transform into a soaring dragon. The game takes place in the strange world filled with unique landscapes and colorful environments. The player must explore different landscapes from a third-person perspective by controlling the characters using analog sticks. The plot is split into several chapters and the primary objective of the player is to reaches the end of each chapter and immerse him in emotional gameplay experience without any word. Once the souls of a bird and a fish united, they will turn into a soaring dragon. With brilliant story, exciting story, smooth controls and pleasant music, Entwined is the best game to play and enjoy.

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#6 EverQuest Next

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EverQuest Next was an Action-Adventure, Massively Multiplayer and Role-playing video game published and developed by Daybreak Game Company for PlayStation 4 and Windows. The game was presented the parallel world of Norrath and introduced familiar characters and locations. In the start of the game, the player could select his favorite character class and customize it to get into the world where he had to complete a variety of quests to earn points. Like other MMORPGs, the players could interact with each other, team up, and battle against enemies to defeat them. The game was played from third-person perspective and the player was equipped with insane weapons that could be used during fight to defeat enemies. The game world was full of magicians, orcs, and globin. Each character in the game has its unique personality, abilities and a set of weapons that could be upgraded for more power. EverQuest Next was terminated in 2016.

#7 Zheros

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Zheros mixes the Action, Fighting, Beat ‘em up, Co-op, and Single-player video game published and developed by Rimlight Studios. The game offers the next generation beat ‘em up gameplay focused on the hallmarks genre. You are the member of Zheros squad, and the primary goal is to fight your way through brutal forces that invade the entire Universe. Your mission as the protagonist is to defend the universe from the antagonist named as Dr. Vendetta and his missions. In Single-player missions, you can rely on your kicks and punches, using a combination of combos, and unlock powerful hi-tech weapons after scoring enough points. Explore the sci-fi world from a third-person perspective and fight enemies to smash them. The game rewards you with points for each kill, and you can use them to upgrade your abilities, weapons, and abilities. It features a variety of spectacular chain moves and combos in the beautiful graphics style around two dangerous lands. Zheros offers core features such as Engaging Combat, Awesome Mech, Local-co Mode, Develop your Character, and more. Try it out, and it’ll entertain you.

#8 Akiba’s Trip: Undead and Undressed

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Akiba’s Trip: Undead and Undressed is an Action-Adventure, Beat ‘em up, Role-playing and Single-player video game created and published by Acquire. The game serves as the sequel to Akiba’s Trip and available to play on PlayStation and Microsoft Windows platforms. In the game, the player navigates the environment of Akihabara and fight his way through a variety of locations to earn points. The player can engage himself in lots of fun-filled activities such as purchase items, eat foods, play games, and participate in the battle to increase his rank and more. Using customization feature, the player can change the appearance of his character using tons of options, outfits, and accessories. The world is explored from a third-person perspective, and the player can use his kicking and punching abilities to beat enemies. According to the story, the fictional world has been threatened by the strange creatures called Synthisters. There are a variety of missions, and the player needs to complete each one to progress through the game. Akiba’s Trip: Undead and Undressed include core features such as Modern Day Setting, Satirical Story, Customization, and more.

#9 The Witch and the Hundred Knight 2

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The Witch and the Hundred Knight 2 is an Action-Adventure, Role-playing and Single-player Hack and Slash video game created by Nippon Ichi Software for PlayStation platform. It is the sequel to The Witch and the Hundred Knight video game and introduces a different witch from its predecessor. It takes place in the fantasy-themed world played from top-down isometric perspective. The player as the protagonist fights his way through a set of levels to take down enemies. There are a variety of Knights, a magical creature equipped with five different weapons including lances, staffs, spears and more. Each arm offers different range, motion, and speed in attack. The player can create multiple combos by modifying the order of use. According to the story, the fantasy world known as Kevala is invaded by the disease of a witch, an illness developed in children of age 10. It features a variety of levels and puts the player in the role of the female character, who must effort to save her remote village and the lives of innocent children by finding the cure for the unique disease. With addictive gameplay, superb mechanics, and wonderful story, The Witch and the Hundred Knight 2 is the best game to play.

#10 Dissidia: Final Fantasy NT

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Dissidia: Final Fantasy NT mixes the Action Role-playing, Adventure, Fighting and Hack and Slash elements developed by Team Ninja and published by Square Enix. The game has both Single-player and Multiplayer modes available and it lets the player to use multiple characters similar to the series of Final Fantasy to accomplish his quests. The battle system of the game offers improved mechanics, environment and gameplay from the previous titles and lets the player assumes the role of the protagonist and start his adventure to save the world from the dark forces. There are lots of playable characters categorized into four different classes such as ranged-based Marksmen, power-based Vanguards, trait-based Specialist, and agility-based Assassin. During the battle, the player can perform brave attack, which gradually increase the Bravery level of the protagonist, depending on the damage’s amount. The game rewards the player with HP points that he can use to unlock additional content while exploring the world from a third-person perspective. With brilliant features, and superb mechanics, Dissidia: Final Fantasy NT is the wonderful game to play and enjoy.

#11 Arslan: The Warriors of Legend

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Arslan: The Warriors of Legend is an Action, Anime-style, Hack and Slash, Co-op, Single-player and Multiplayer video game developed by Koei Tecmo Games Co., Ltd. The game brings a brilliant collaboration between the action-packed Warriors and The Heroic Legend of Arslan Anime series. It has three different modes such as Story, Free and Online Modes. After selecting the character, the player can explore the world using a third-person perspective either on foot or by horseback. He equips with a mighty sword which can be used to slay hordes of enemies. The player creates combos by combining attacks and smash down waves of foes with no time. During the battle, the game features the dialogue and cutscenes and the ultimate goal of the player is to complete a variety of tasks to earn points. Each character in the game has its unique playing style, personality, weapons and skills. The player will level-up, as gain enough points. Arslan: The Warriors of Legend includes core features such as addictive gameplay, immersive controls, fast-paced action, and more. Try it out, and you’ll love it.

#12 Fat Princess Adventures

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Fat Princess Adventures is an Action Role-playing and Single-player video game with an emphasis on Hack and Slash element developed by Fun Bits Interactive and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game takes place in the fantasy-themed world invaded by monsters and their bosses. There are multiple playable characters, and you must select your favorite and embark yourself on an epic adventure to save your world and its inhabitants. You can manipulate the world from an isometric perspective and can encounter enemies to kill using magic spells and your mighty sword. Each character in the game offers his unique appearance, playing style and special moves. Using customization feature, you can modify your character from head to foot and can select different outfits. Warrior, Mage, Archer, and Engineer are prominent characters, and you can embark yourself on a new action role-playing adventure with both online and offline co-op modes. Fat Princess Adventures includes core features such as Co-op Madness, RPG Gameplay, Collectibles, and more. Try it out.

#13 Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits

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Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits is a Tactical Role-playing and Single-player video game created by Cattle Call and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. It is the sixth marvelous title in the series of Arc the Lad, and the first game released for PlayStation 2. The game takes place in the fantasy-based world filled with humans and monsters called Deimos. There are two different protagonists such as Kharg and Darc, and the player must select one of them to start the game. If the player chooses the human character Kharg, then his ultimate task is to battle the Deimos and slay them for humans to live peacefully, as he raised by his and the human mother of Darc named Nafia. The game centers on two different brothers and their separate adventure. There are lots of quests available that the player needs to complete to earn experience points and progress in the story. The game looks easy to play, but hard to master. The player explores the world from the isometric perspective and interacts with non-player characters to purchase items and get information about tasks. Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits is the best Role-playing game to play.

#14 Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star

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Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star is an Action, Hack and Slash and Single-player video game created and published by Marvelous for multiple platforms. It serves as the third title in the series of Fate/Extra and brings an exciting gameplay by combining adventure, exploration, fighting and sword-fighting elements. The story follows the conflict between two powerful factions controlled by Tamamo and Nero, who are fighting each other to control the Holy and Moon Cells. In the game, you assume the role of the master, who works with spirits called Servants to fight hordes of enemies. You can customize your character by choosing his gender and name. The game features up to sixteen playable characters categorized into eight classes such as Archer, Caster, Lancer, Rider, Extra class, and more. Each class has its unique abilities, skills, and personality. During the gameplay, you can run around the battlefield and can fight enemies with a weak or strong attack using the combination of certain attacks. Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star includes prominent features, engaging gameplay, dynamic sound effects, smooth controls and more. Try it out, and you’ll love the game.

#15 Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13 mixes the elements of Grand Strategy, Role-playing, and Strategy Simulation created and published by Koei Tecmo Games Co, Ltd. The game has Single-player mode only and serves as the thirteenth entry in the series of Romance of the Three Kingdoms. It offers the similar gameplay to its previous titles and takes place in the historical settings. The player assumes the role of the ruler with a task to establish his empire, recruit his army and effort to control the weak territories to expand his empire. There are multiple levels and each level has challenging gameplay, in which the player will purchase space for building, create structures, upgrade his units, and conquer the land to become the best general. The game starts with less difficulty, and become tough as the player proceed. Other features and content will be unlocked, as the player gain enough points. With improved graphics, brilliant gameplay, and smooth controls, Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13 is the wonderful game to play and enjoy.

#16 Road Not Taken

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Road Not Taken is an Adventure, Puzzle, Rogue-like and Single-player video game created and published by Spry Fox for multiple platforms. The game offers a thrilling gameplay based on the Robert Frost Poem of the same name. It describes as being the surprises of life, both negative and positive. The gameplay is a mixture of puzzle and rogue-like elements with emphasis on exploration unexpected surprises. You assumes the role of the protagonist, as you navigate the environment, you will come around impassable barriers, wild animals, lost children and more. The game is not features a specific quests to accomplish, it enables the player to learn about the use of objects as you discover them, in traditional gameplay. It revolves around turn-based elements and lets the player complete each level to become the master. As the game proceeds, it becomes challenging to play. Road Not Taken includes core features such as a variety of Levels, Beautiful Landscapes, Survive as long as possible, Discover Objects, Atmosphere Soundtracks, and more. With addictive gameplay, detailed story, and smooth controls, Road Not Taken is the best game as compared to other rogue-like games.

#17 Siralim

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Siralim is a Role-playing, Fantasy-based, Turn-based Strategy and Single-player video game with an emphasis on Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawling elements developed by Thylacine Studios. It offers procedurally generated dungeons where the game setting takes place and offers different character classes with customization options. To enter the dungeon, you choose your character and customize it using tons of options. Each character in the game has its unique playing style, abilities, and skills. The primary goal of you is to find the treasure into the depth of the dungeons and use it to upgrade your character and castle, empower your minions, craft powerful items and artifact, learn new spells, and more. The game mainly focuses on turn-based strategy combat against bosses, and other enemies. There are more than five-hundred crafting materials available to collect and use. Siralim includes key features such as Randomly Generated Dungeons and Quests, 300 Unique Creatures, 100 Powerful Spells, Challenging Battles, Upgrade your Castle, Craft Eggs, Infinity Playability, and more. Siralim is the best Rogue-like game to play.

#18 Everything

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Everything is a brilliant Exploration, and Single-player Simulation developed by David OReilly and published by Double Fine Productions. The game takes place in the beautiful and detailed world where the player is capable of exploring the procedurally generated Universe and can control different objects in detail. In the beginning, the player starts the game as one of the several playable creatures with an ability to explore the environment surrounding him. During the gameplay, the player shifts his control to any creature or the object smaller than the creature that the player controlled. The player moves inner and outer space and can navigate the huge, interconnected universe to accomplish a variety of tasks and score the points. The player will learn how to transfer himself to create the worlds within the worlds and immerse himself in the exploration experience to create a never-ending documentary about the land the player lives. Everything includes core features such as Highly Detailed Visuals, Procedurally Generated World, Exploration Gameplay, and more. With the smooth controls, brilliant mechanics, and wonderful graphics, Everything is the best game to enjoy.