Some games do more than just succeed—they redefine their entire genre. PlayStation has been home to several cendanabet titles that didn’t just stand out in their release year, but fundamentally shifted what players and developers expect from a type of game. These landmark releases have left an indelible mark on the medium as a whole.

When Bloodborne launched, it reshaped action RPGs by combining punishing difficulty with an incredibly fast-paced combat system. Its influence can be seen in numerous games that followed, from indie titles to AAA blockbusters. It showed that tension, mystery, and combat fluidity could coexist in a dark, gothic setting, creating a new standard for atmospheric action games.

Likewise, Shadow of the Colossus demonstrated that a game could rely on minimalism and still be emotionally impactful. With almost no dialogue and a world devoid of enemies besides the titular colossi, it emphasized scale, mood, and moral ambiguity. It challenged players to reflect on their actions—a rare quality in action-adventure titles of its time.

These PlayStation games did more than entertain—they advanced the entire medium. Whether by reinventing combat systems, narrative delivery, or visual storytelling, they raised the bar. Their impact isn’t just measured in sales, but in how often they are cited as inspiration by today’s developers. That’s what makes them not just great games, but defining ones.