Best PS4 Themes of All Time
Sony’s PS4 might be old hat now following the launch of the PS5 in 2019, but that doesn’t mean it’s been retired for everyone. In fact, given most new software is compatible with both old and new, the PS4 still has plenty of life left. And if there’s one feature we miss from the PS4 it’s been awesome dynamic themes. If you’re looking for the best PS4 themes, here we’ve compiled the top free, dynamic, and paid PlayStation 4 themes on the store right now. Whether you’re looking for a theme of a AAA game or a dynamic theme that will change as time does, these are the best ps4 themes of all time.
1. Firewatch Dynamic
This PS4 theme delivers all of the colorful beauty of Firewatch, displaying the mountainous setting and a color scheme that changes as the hours pass. Simple but memorable, just like its game.
2. PlayStation 20th Anniversary
Released in celebration of PlayStation’s 20th anniversary, this one takes on every ounce of PS nostalgia, from its color scheme to the iconic system music.
3. The Last of Us Outbreak Dynamic
The Last of Us featured a world destroyed by the infamous cordyceps virus, and now you can watch said virus infect your own console, growing creepily across your screen.
4. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Shipwreck
This serene backdrop shows a beautiful shipwreck taken straight from Nathan Drake’s last adventure. While the opulent ship lays in the distance, beautiful fish swim on by while you browse your PS4 menu. The icons change to match the Uncharted style, too.
5. Paper Sculpture
Paper Sculpture is a simple but beautiful option, donning an adorable crafts style and an imaginative world of whimsy.
6. Axiom Verge
This one, modeled after the hit indie game Axiom Verge, replicates its old-school style and throws in a remix of the game’s unique music.
7. 3D Retaliation Rampage Interactive Dynamic
One of the few that lets you duel oncoming enemies as you sit in your homescreen. Players can use their DualShock controller to attack, and will get a special victory screen after defeating 100 opponents.
8. Bloodborne Hunter’s Dream Dynamic
Ripped straight from the unsettling but gorgeous world of Bloodborne, this dynamic theme is perfect for Hunters of all kinds.
9. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Dynamic
In what is the ultimate blast from the ’90s, this dynamic theme is for every Power Ranger lover out there. And yes, it is the ORIGINAL cast of characters, all up in your face with explosions, lightning, and shaky cam action.
10. PlayStation Now Dynamic
This one is for true PS fans, as a giant orb with the famous logo sparks some electrical lines all around. You’ll also notice screenshots all around it from famous PlayStation titles (that you can totally play on PlayStation Now, too).
11. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Ink Dynamic
Relive all of Nathan Drake’s tales with this beautiful background. Splashes of ink turn to art right before your eyes, revealing iconic moments from the Uncharted series as though they were parts of Drake’s own adventure journal.
12. Breakfast Delights
This one may not feature a AAA game or an indie darling. But it will cycle through delectable breakfast foods each day of the week, and that’s okay with us.
13. Red Umbrella Painting
Based off of the famous Red Rain by Stefano Corso, this one shimmers with life, even without dynamic features.
14. Dynamic Laser Cat
It’s a cat. It shoots lasers out of its eyes to dubstep. It’s the perfect storm of insanity.
15. Journey Dynamic
Journey is beloved for its tranquil yet impactful gameplay. This dynamic theme lets you reminisce on the lone but majestic story at any time.
16. BEAUTIFUL BEACH SUNSET HIQ DYNAMIC
Similar to the Firewatch theme, this one’s all about colorful simplicity.
17. DON’T STARVE: CONSOLE EDITION: SHIPWRECKED
If you’re into desolation and sadness with a touch of whimsy, this theme offers you the protagonist of Don’t Starve, sadly rowing through a shipwrecked sea to his own cartoonish tune.
18. INFAMOUS SECOND SON
Infamous Second Son’s signature splashes of color and angst come forward in this one, featuring protagonist Delsin Rowe having way too much fun.
19. FINAL FANTASY VII
Final Fantasy VII is returning to this generation with the upcoming remake, and this theme sets your home screen up with an iconic image of Cloud and his Buster Sword.
20. Art Classics Daily Photo
For the more refined PS4 tastes, Art Classics will turn your home page into a different oil canvas painting every day of the week.
21. Art Classics Daily Photo 2
In case you get sick of that last theme’s assortment of art, this sequel carries even more oil canvas goodness.
22. ANIMATED HORSES DYNAMIC
For every horse lover out in the world, there’s someone who thinks horse love is ironically hilarious. For both of these people, there is the Animated Horses Dynamic Theme, featuring questionably animated horses infinitely galloping across your screen.
23. ASK MERLIN ANYTHING DYNAMIC
This theme is psychic. Probably. Maybe not really. BUT, it will answer your questions in 16-bit with Magic 8 Ball-like skill.
24. ONE PIECE GOING MERRY DYNAMIC
If you’re a One Piece fan, you’ll love watching the Going Merry ship sailing back and forth throughout the day. If you’re not a One Piece fan, it’s a fantastic animated pirate theme.
25. Transistor
Transistor is oozing with style, from its clean visuals to its jazzy music. Futuristic tones spill into every corner of its design, much like they do in this one.
26. Payday 2: The Most Wanted
Another fantastic static theme that makes use of dark striking colors to pretty up your dashboard. Check it out here.
27. Dark Souls III Transitory Lands
The Dark Souls series might be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t continue to revel in its morbid beauty with this theme. Check it out here.
28. Yakuza 0
Yakuza 0’s PS4 theme looks really badass with its black, white, and grey aesthetic. Check it out here.
29. Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Zombies Celebration
If you’re a fan of Call of Duty’s Zombies mode, check out this static theme. It’s simple, yet sufficiently creepy.
30. LawBreakers
This one isn’t dynamic, but it still has a nifty design for anyone who loves LawBreakers.
31. Gwent: The Witcher Card Game – Geralt and Ciri
The PS4 is stacked with quite a few Witcher-related themes, and a new Gwent one has just been added.
32. Far Cry 5 Dynamic
Far Cry 5 released back in 2018, but this theme is still great!
33. Crash Bandicoot Dynamic
Everyone’s favorite bandicoot is back, and you can get a free dynamic theme by downloading the game’s launch pack.
34. Everybody’s Golf Dynamic
With the launch of Everybody’s Golf on PS4, players will also be able to download a free dynamic theme to customize their dashboards with.
35. Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
PS Plus members can enjoy a little creepiness on their dashboards with this new Resident Evil theme.
36. Dear Esther: Landmark Edition Dynamic
Sometimes simplicity is the best, and this Dear Esther theme really epitomizes that idea.
37. Dishonored 2 Karnaca
Karnaca is a beautiful seaside location in Dishonored 2.