10 Best Psychological Horror Games on PlayStation 5 (August 2025)

Horror on PS5 isn't just about monsters jumping out of the dark; sometimes, the scariest thing is your own mind turning against you. Psychological horror games dig under your skin, twisting reality, playing with your senses, and making you doubt every step you take. They're not just about surviving, they're about questioning what's real, what's imagined, and whether you'll come out the other side alive. August 2025 has a terrifyingly good lineup of these mind-bending experiences, and we've ranked the 10 best psychological horror games that will mess with your head in the most unforgettable ways.

10. Observer: System Redux

Observer: System Redux puts players in the shoes of a cyberpunk detective who can hack into people's minds, and those minds are far from safe. Now, each “mind dive” throws you into a strange, shifting nightmare, with creepy visuals, unsettling sounds, and moments that make you wonder if you're still in control. The PS5 edition improves the graphics and adds extra side cases, making the experience even more immersive and unsettling.

9. Dredge

Fishing isn’t scary, until it is. Dredge is an open-sea adventure that throws players into a fishing adventure. Now, as the fishing goes on, players slowly discover that something’s deeply wrong with the waters around them. By day, it's relaxing, almost cozy. But at night, the fog rolls in, and strange shapes start moving beneath your boat. Notably, it's not constant terror; instead, it builds unease slowly. You start questioning what's safe and whether you should even be out there at all.

8. The Medium

Bloober Team loves their psychological horror, and The Medium is their masterpiece. The Medium puts you in the role of a psychic who can travel between the real world and the spirit world, sometimes exploring both at the same time in split-screen. It's creepy to see the same place in two versions: one normal, the other twisted and rotting. The game takes its time, building tension through atmosphere and emotion instead of constant jump scares. But when the chase scenes arrive, they're intense and unforgettable.

7. Martha Is Dead

Now, this is one of the most disturbing narrative experiences on PS5. Martha Is Dead is both a mystery and a dark psychological story. It takes place in the Italian countryside during WWII, where you play as Giulia, trying to find out how her sister really died.

At first, it seems like a normal murder mystery, but things quickly get strange and disturbing. You start seeing things that may not be real, and it's difficult to tell what the truth is. It's sad, creepy, and sometimes hard to watch, but that's what makes it so unforgettable.

6. The Last of Us Part II Remastered

This isn't just a survival game; it's a psychological horror from start to finish. The horror here isn't only from the infected lurking in the shadows but also from the emotional toll of loss, revenge, and moral conflict. Every moment makes you think about what's right, what's wrong, and what survival really costs. Even quiet scenes feel heavy, and wins don't always feel good. Notably, the PS5 remaster makes the world look and feel more real than ever.

5. Layers of Fear

Layers of Fear combines the first game and its sequel into one unsettling experience. You play as different characters, a painter, an actress, and a writer, all slowly losing their grip on reality. The world twists around you: hallways change when you turn your back, paintings distort, and doors appear out of nowhere. It’s not about monsters chasing you, but about the feeling that the place itself wants to break your mind. On PS5, the detailed lighting and 3D audio make every shift in the world more intense, pulling players deeper into its tense atmosphere.

4. Until Dawn

At first, Until Dawn feels like a classic teen horror movie: a group of friends, a remote mountain lodge, and something lurking in the dark. But the more you play, the more the story messes with your head. Just when you think you know what's going on, it changes direction, leaving players unsure of what's real and what's not. Now, the PS5 remake makes every scene look incredible, from the snowy landscapes to the characters' expressions. Still, the real tension comes from the choices you make. One wrong move can cost a life, and the game never lets you forget it. That constant doubt is what makes it such a gripping psychological horror game.

3. The Quarry

If Until Dawn was a deep horror story, The Quarry is its bigger, bolder sibling. What makes The Quarry so tense isn't just the monsters, but the way every choice feels permanent. One wrong move, one hesitation, and a character you've been guiding for hours could be gone. Cinematic visuals, top-notch performances, and dozens of possible endings mean you're never truly done after one playthrough. And with the PS5's performance mode, it's as smooth as it is stressful.

2. Silent Hill 2

Silent Hill 2 is still a masterpiece in psychological horror, and the 2024 remake shows exactly why. The streets are covered in thick fog, the air feels heavy, and every corner hides strange creatures. Now, instead of throwing constant jump scares at you, it slowly builds a sense of dread that sinks in the more you play. On PS5, the DualSense lets you feel every tense heartbeat, while 3D audio makes every distant noise, a footstep, a door creak, and a whisper feel dangerously close. It's the kind of horror that sticks with you long after you've put down the controller.

1. Alan Wake 2

Alan Wake 2 throws players into a story where reality keeps changing. You switch between two characters, FBI agent Saga Anderson, who's hunting a strange killer, and Alan Wake, a writer stuck in a dark, twisted world. One moment you're solving clues, the next you're in a place that shifts and changes around you. The game never tells players what's real, so you're constantly second-guessing what you see. On PS5, the detailed graphics and lighting make every strange scene look fantastic but also creepy. Before you know it, you're caught in its dark and unsettling flow.