What is the name of the PlayStation 5's exclusive game that comes pre-installed?

Astro's Playroom is the PlayStation 5 game that comes pre-installed on every console.

Sony Interactive Entertainment released Astro's Playroom in 2020 as a free pack-in platformer for the PS5. Unlike a conventional bundled demo, it is a complete, playable game with several themed worlds, collectibles, time trials, and a final area celebrating PlayStation history.

The game also serves as an introduction to the DualSense controller. Its haptic feedback and adaptive triggers communicate sensations such as walking across different surfaces, pulling objects, and using spring-loaded abilities. That technical showcase was central to the game’s original concept: development began with a collection of DualSense experiments and tech demonstrations.

Astro's Playroom is often confused with Astro Bot, the separately sold full-length sequel released in 2024. Demon's Souls was a major PS5 launch title, while Returnal and Sackboy: A Big Adventure were also associated with the console’s early lineup, but none was installed on every PS5. The pre-installed game additionally acts as a cheerful museum of PlayStation consoles, accessories, and famous game references.