The PSP (PlayStation Portable) game console is still remembered as the best example of what portable gaming can be. This device was able not only to affect the industry as a whole, but also to increase the demand for portable consoles.
This review does not talk about such things as an attractive design, user-friendly interface and other technical aspects of the PlayStation Portable. The article compiled a special top of the best games on the PSP, which will include the most popular and beloved by many titles. Over its long existence, the device managed to please fans with a huge variety of projects of a wide variety of genres. Everything went on it: from cult horror films and exciting races to breathtaking action and mesmerizing RPGs.
Note that almost all of the games listed below are compatible with the latest versions of the console and its firmware. Therefore, everyone can safely try any game from the top on the PSP 3008 or on any other suitable model.
Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep
The list begins with an RPG called "Kingdom of Hearts: The Birth of a Dream" (Russian version of the title). The game was developed and published by the famous studio Square Enix, the release date is January 2010.
The new part of the popular RPG series remains true to the traditions and features inherent in the "Kingdom of Hearts". We are talking about exciting adventures that unfold in a unique universe - a world where famous heroes of the Last Fantasy game franchise intersect with the popular Disney characters. The Birth of a Dream, distributed on the PSP, is a prequel to the main parts. The main characters of the story are the students of the ancient master of the Blade Keys. Three young protagonists have to go in search of a colleague of their sensei and save several worlds from certain death.
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Continuing to talk about the Top 10 games on the PSP, you should move on to an exciting action with amazing graphics - "God of War: The Ghost of Sparta" (2010).
Who does not know Kratos today? This character managed to become a Spartan general and a real hero of Olympus, he defeated Ares and took the place of the new god of war. The most spectacular action has returned to the PSP, and now Kratos is waiting for not only new adventures with new opponents, but also the long-awaited answers to old questions.
Silent Hill Series
Here you can cheat a little and tell at once about two games of the cult series Silent Hill. The fact is that projects in the horror genre are not so frequent guests on portable type consoles. That is why titles such as Origins (2007) and Shatterd Memories (2009) deserve mention in any top PSP game.
Despite the fact that the developers decided to switch to a new “pocket” format, they still remained faithful to that specific and mystical atmosphere that had long been a real hallmark of the series. It is also worth noting the gloomy colors and the stunning soundtrack created by the eminent Japanese composer Akira Yamaoka. We recommend Origins to anyone who is just starting out with Silent Hill. As for Shattered Memories, this part is rightly attributed to the best games in the series that have ever been created.
Below are a few additional games that, although they have not reached the top 10 games on the PSP, are still often referred to by fans of this console as a Must-Play.
Valkyria chronicles 2
The next place in the top of the games on the PSP goes to the second part of the "Chronicles of the Valkyries", released in January 2010. This colorful and interesting project, executed in anime style, managed to combine two popular genres at once - action and RPG.
The plot takes players to an alternative reality of the 40s of the 20th century. The scene of the Chronicle takes place in Gaul, a small country located in central Europe. It is here that active military operations are unfolding, which began two years ago. Here, against the backdrop of the civil war and the clash of the two sides, the story of loyal friendship, true love and growing up is told.
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
Another action from the top of the games on the PSP, developed by the Japanese studio "Konami" in 2010. Peace Walker is the continuation of the story of one soldier who alone defied the whole world. Players know him under the name Neykid Snake, but the story remembered him as Big Boss.
In addition to the colorful graphics and addictive gameplay, the game pleases with a very interesting plot related to military subjects. After the Caribbean crisis, only Costa Rica was able to maintain a position of neutrality and not take part in any conflicts. It was this small country that became the target of unknown armed units. The government of Costa Rica has to ask for help from Big Boss and his team of independent fighters, calling themselves "Soldiers without Borders".
Tekken: Dark Resurrection
We pass to the 5th game from the top of the PSP. As mentioned earlier, in this top there is a place for a wide variety of genres. Therefore, meet one of the best fighting games ever released on portable consoles - Tekken: Dark Resurrection (2005).
The palm among the developers in this genre has long been owned by Namco Bandai. Their next part of "Tekken" called Dark Resurrection is firmly established in a leadership position and once again proved the popularity and recognition of the series. Fighting game introduces players to a large number of original heroes, and also offers to enjoy a balanced combat system, a good picture and a variety of additional features inside the gameplay.
Wipout pure
Considering the popular racing series for the PSP, you should talk about something really special. Let's leave the usual form of transport, such as cars, motorcycles and more, in the past - the unique Wipeout Pure race (released in 2005) offers the use of flying futuristic fireballs. They differ from ordinary machines in several fundamental ways: almost instant acceleration, the ability to gain impressive speed and the presence of a variety of weapons. Blasters, rockets and other bonuses are usually picked up at check-in. We recommend Wipeout Pure not only to racing game lovers, but also to those who want to take part in truly exciting and extreme competitions.
Persona 3 Portable
And the Japanese RPG called Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable completes our today's top PSP games. This title has long remained an exclusive offer for the PlayStation Portable, but today it can already be played on PS Vita. Stylish graphics, an interesting story and elements of JRPG make "Person 3" one of the top games of its generation.
Persona 3 Portable is a remake of the eponymous third part of the popular Shin Megami Tensei series, which was created specifically for the PSP system. The plot of the game and the gameplay are practically no different from other “Persons”: the main character, being a simple schoolboy, makes acquaintances with various characters, studies, becomes a participant in various competitions, and with the onset of the “dark hour” he goes to fight with numerous monsters.
Total
The titles mentioned above, although they are in the order of 1 to 10, but still do not occupy any particular place. All ten games are unique in their own way and deserve the same attention from gamers.
It should be noted that this is not a complete list of worthy projects for the PlayStation Portable. There are other tops on thematic forums (100 games on PSP is far from a joke) in which everyone can find something for himself. Summing up, I would like to note a few worthy titles:
- Breath of Fire III is a terrific JRPG with, perhaps, the only drawback in the form of long boot screens.
- God of War: Chains of Olympus is a full-fledged part of the "God of War" with its own plot and proprietary gameplay elements.
- Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII is a wonderful PSP exclusive, part of the popular and beloved Final Fantasy series.
- LocoRoco is a funny and unusual platformer in which the player must roll multi-colored koloboks on the screen.