Re: Essential Games - PS3
quote: | Originally posted by miamitranceman
Since I'm a PS3 n00b I figured I start this running list of the best PS3 games. I realize the list will be much shorter at this point than the PS2 thread, but it'd be nice to have a good place to start looking!
Obviously, MGS4 and GTA4 are good places to start. |
Read through the Official PS3 Thread if you want some more in-depth info on what Sony's console is cooking. As for games...
MotorStorm = Kickass off-road racing game with incredible graphics and a very smooth playstyle. This is one of my favorite racing games of all time, the design is simple and casual, nothing is too complicated, and the online play is fantastically put together. The game is a little bare-boned in terms of features, but the foundation of it all is so much fun that it doesn't even matter. You can find this for $20 used at Gamestops now, so it's a good place to start if you want cheap stuff.
Warhawk = Online-only Battlefield-type game with land, sea, and air combat. Up to 32 people in a single server. Total blast, with upgrades and expansions released every few months on the PSN, and a robust community that'll guarantee plenty of servers to choose from. Very well-made game.
Ratchet and Clank Future = A brilliantly designed platform title with vibrant art design, ingenious levels, and crazy weapons that make this game ooze fun all over the place. If you are into the platform game scene, this is the best place to start.
Heavenly Sword = Don't want to wait for God of War 3? This is your substitute. Game stars some girl who wields all kinds of crazy ass weapons. The graphics are gorgeous, the controls are easy to get used to, and there is a quite a challenge to be had here. Apparently the game is a little short, so maybe a rental is best, but you really should owe it to yourself to check this out.
Uncharted = Many considered that this was the best PS3 game available before MGS4 hit the scene. A beautiful game with lush landscapes, tons of detail, and a Gears of War-like cover system that goes well with the gameplay. If they had only implemented online play, this game may have been a AAA killer-app, but even with the exclusion, this is still a classic title that deserves your attention.
Resistance = I'm making it my personal duty to include this game. Although some may claim its overrated, others will back its casual charm and simplistic design. Nothing revolutionary is done here, just some good ol' FPS action, with a ton of multiplayer modes, a fun campaign, and co-op to go along with it. If you enjoy a good FPS, at least check this out to see if its your cup of tea. I absolutely love it and consider this to be one of the best games on the PS3.
Gran Turismo 5 Prologue = Warning: this is a demo, but a much more feature-packed demo than most. The full version is set to release in a year or so, but this version still satisfies with online play and a decent car/track selection. I'd maybe wait for the price to drop a little bit (currently it retails at $39.99 I believe) to make it worthwhile. If you have a big HDTV, this game will blow your eye-sockets away.
Also, special mentions go out to...Folklore if you dig RPG's, Eye of Judgment if you are willing to check out the PSEye and all its glory, Oblivion if, again, you like RPG's, Ninja Gaiden Sigma if you want a challenging action game...
In addition, go onto the PS Store and check out some of the downloadable content...
Echochrome = Crazy puzzle game that bends the mind. Good times if you want a brain-buster. Very creative game.
Everyday Shooter = Played Rez before? Same idea; music-oriented shooter game with hypnotically gorgeous visuals that are as trippy as trippy gets. The guitar riffs will put you in a daze.
Super Stardust HD = The PS3's Geometry Wars, only probably better due to it's co-op mode and muliple levels, weapons, and boss fights. An absolutely insane game when the difficulty kicks itself into full gear.
Castlevania = No explanation needed. A true classic.
PAIN = A very creative game idea where you sling-shot a dude throughout a city scape and make him bust his shit on signs/cars/buildings/people to rack up points and combos. This tends to get old after a little while, though.
You may also want to check out Pixljunk Monsters, Super Puzzle Fighter 2 Turbo, Mortal Kombat 2, and fl0w.
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