The House of Mouse has been enchanting PlayStation players with a magical array of games in recent years, offering titles specifically designed for the PS5, as well as PS4 games that you can enjoy on the PS5 thanks to backward compatibility. No matter which PlayStation console you own, you can immerse yourself in the same enchanting experience that you get from watching Disney movies or shows.
With Disney's acquisition of Marvel, Star Wars, and other beloved franchises, the range of games that fall under the Disney umbrella has expanded dramatically. Here, we've highlighted seven of the top Disney (or Disney-related) games you can dive into on your PS5 right now. And if you're interested in exploring more, don't forget to check out our comprehensive list of the best PS5 games available.
Here are the best Disney games on PS5.
Disney Dreamlight Valley
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Developer: Gameloft | Publisher: Gameloft | Release Date: December 5, 2023 | Review: IGN's Disney Dreamlight Valley review
Disney Dreamlight Valley is the ultimate life simulation game for Disney enthusiasts who adore games like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley. Step into a world where you can interact with your favorite Disney characters beyond the theme parks. As a custom avatar, your mission is to restore Dreamlight Valley to its former glory, a task made challenging by the Forgetting—a mysterious event that has caused Disney characters to lose their memories and flee to their original worlds due to the Night Thorns.
Rebuilding Dreamlight Valley and crafting homes for returning characters requires dedication and resource gathering, but the reward is the chance to befriend every Disney character, including the villains. It's a relaxing game perfect for family entertainment right from your living room couch.
Kingdom Hearts 3
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Developer: Square Enix | Publisher: Square Enix | Release Date: January 25, 2019 | Review: IGN's Kingdom Hearts 3 review
Originally launched on the PS4 in 2019, Kingdom Hearts 3 shines on the PS5 with enhanced graphics from Square Enix. Join Sora, Donald, and Goofy as they embark on a quest to restore the Power of Waking after Sora's failed Mark of Mastery exam. Simultaneously, Riku and King Mickey search for Aqua, Terra, and Ventus, while Kairi and Lea train to become Keyblade wielders in preparation for their final confrontation with Master Xehanort.
Kingdom Hearts 3 introduces new gameplay mechanics like Attraction Flow and Athletic Flow, and features worlds inspired by Toy Story, Monsters Inc., Big Hero 6, Tangled, and Frozen, complete with iconic scenes like the "Let It Go" cutscene. The Re:Mind expansion adds depth to the story and challenges you with battles against data versions of Organization XIII members and the enigmatic Yozora. It's a must-play in the Kingdom Hearts series as we eagerly await Kingdom Hearts 4.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
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Developer: Respawn Entertainment | Publisher: EA | Release Date: April 28, 2023 | Review: IGN's Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review
Winner of the Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is hailed as one of the finest Star Wars games ever created. Set five years after Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, you control Jedi Knight Cal Kestis as he battles the Galactic Empire and searches for a sanctuary.
Customize Cal's appearance, wield a Kylo Ren-inspired Lightsaber stance, and explore beautifully designed levels teeming with NPCs. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor offers an immersive experience enhanced by its award-winning soundtrack.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
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Developer: Insomniac Games | Publisher: Sony | Release Date: October 20, 2023 | Review: IGN's Marvel's Spider-Man 2 review
Despite Disney's ownership of Marvel, Sony's exclusive grip on Spider-Man allows us to include Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on this list. This PS5-exclusive title follows Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they juggle their personal lives with their superhero responsibilities amidst new threats like Kraven the Hunter and the Venom symbiote, which transforms Parker into a darker version of himself.
Picking up from Spider-Man: Miles Morales, the game introduces new web-based gadgets and Spidey suits tailored to each hero's playstyle, including the iconic Venom suit for Peter. Its immense popularity led to 2.5 million copies sold within the first 24 hours of release and a special promotion on Wheaties cereal. It's our top pick for the best Spider-Man game to date.
Disney Speedstorm
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Developer: Gameloft Barcelona | Publisher: Gameloft | Release Date: April 18, 2023 | Review: IGN's Disney Speedstorm review
For racing enthusiasts, Disney Speedstorm offers a thrilling experience where you can race against a vast array of Disney characters. This free-to-play PS5 game mirrors the fun of Mario Kart but with racetracks themed around the worlds of Disney films and franchises, including 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 Disney Speedstorm captures the essence of a great crossover racing game, it includes gacha-style microtransactions, a feature not found in other racing titles like Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing or Mario Kart 8. Nonetheless, the chance to race as characters like Mickey Mouse, Mulan, Sulley, Jack Sparrow, or Elsa is undeniably appealing.
Gargoyles Remastered
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Developer: Empty Clip Studios | Publisher: Disney/Empty Clip Studios | Release Date: October 19, 2023
Gargoyles Remastered brings the classic 16-bit Sega Genesis game to the PS4 with updated graphics and gameplay. As Goliath, you'll relive the epic tale of the Gargoyles' battle against the Eye of Odin, from the Viking invasion of Castle Wyvern to their awakening in modern-day Manhattan.
The game offers the flexibility to switch between a new art style reminiscent of the Disney animated series and the nostalgic 16-bit pixel art. Enhance your platforming and combat skills with the instant rewind feature, and enjoy a dynamic soundtrack that shifts between remastered and classic versions based on your chosen mode.
Disney Classic Games Collection
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Developer: Digital Eclipse Software | Publisher: Nighthawk Interactive | Release Date: November 9, 2021
The Disney Classic Games Collection brings a nostalgic trip to modern consoles, remastering the 2019 release of Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King. This compilation includes console and handheld versions of Aladdin, The Lion King, and The Jungle Book, along with new features like an interactive museum, rewind function, and an expanded soundtrack.
If you already own the 2019 version, you can purchase the DLC, which includes the SNES version of Aladdin and additional versions of The Jungle Book, for just $10.
And there you have it, our selection of the best Disney games available on the PS5. Do you agree with our choices, or are there other favorites you think should be on the list? Share your top picks with us through IGN Playlist, our new tool for tracking your gaming library, creating and ranking lists, and discovering what your favorite creators are playing. Visit IGN Playlist to learn more and start sharing your lists with us!
For more Disney gaming fun, check out our list of the best Disney games on Nintendo Switch.
