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Player Survey · 20 titles · 187 votes

The Best PlayStation Portable (PSP) Games

We asked 241 players which PlayStation Portable (PSP) games they recommend, then ranked them by how often they were named and how highly they were rated.

241Players surveyed
187Total votes
32Votes for #1
4.8Top avg score

This ranking is a curated snapshot of the Best Games survey. Votes submitted on this page are not included.

Survey period: May 12 – Jun 2, 2026 · 241 players surveyed

How this ranking works?
  • We surveyed 241 players, who named the games they recommend on each platform.
  • Where available, picks include ratings on five axes — story, gameplay, graphics, music and character.
  • Rankings are ordered by mentions (votes) first, then by average score.

The 20 best PlayStation Portable (PSP) games

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite32 votes
1

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

RPGAction RPG

Survey scores · avg 4.0/5

Story3.2
Gameplay4.9
Graphics3.7
Music4.3
Character3.8

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite is widely regarded as one of the greatest entries in the franchise. Packed with hundreds of quests, an enormous monster roster, and brutally satisfying G-Rank hunts, it captures everything that made classic Monster Hunter so addictive: a game where every hard-fought victory feels like a genuine accomplishment. The combat is deliberate and unforgiving. Every mistake is punishable, and every successful hunt feels earned. Combine this with local multiplayer, and it transforms the experience to unforgettable co-op memories with friends. Monster Hunter Freedom Unite remains one of the most beloved entried in the series and a benchmark for classic Monster Hunter.

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しげぽよ

- Probably the single work that spread "Monster Hunter's" popularity - Making the high hurdle of multiplayer, which was hard on the PS2, easy to play on the PSP was the biggest factor in its spread - The number of monsters and abundance of weapon types made it very rewarding to grind - Above all, "let's go on a hunt!" with friends was the ultimate fun - A gem of a masterpiece that let you taste the fun of playing with friends more than you can now

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・たぶん「モンハン」人気を普及させた一番の作品 ・PS2では難易度が高かったマルチプレイの敷居の高さをPSPで遊びやすくしたのが一番の普及の要因となった ・モンスターの数や武器種の豊富さでやりこみがいが非常にあった ・何より友達と「一狩りいこうぜ!」が最高に楽しかった ・今よりも友達とプレイしてる楽しさを味わえた珠玉の名作

Ronald / 20s / Male

My very first Monster Hunter game and the one that introduced me to the series. I have a lot of memories with this game, especially how difficult yet rewarding it was whenever you built better gear as you progressed through the game. I used to play this a lot with my friends and relatives, and it would take up the whole day.

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MJ / 30s / Female

First game that frustrated me with how heavy and slow the controls were, but started my love for the series when I got the hang of it.

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Persona 3 Portable20 votes
2

Persona 3 Portable

RPGJRPGTurn-Based

Survey scores · avg 4.6/5

Story5.0
Gameplay4.3
Graphics4.2
Music5.0
Character4.8

Persona 3 Portable brings the pioneer of the "Neo Persona" series to smaller screens, allowing players to experience its turn-based social adventure on the go. Framed as a hybrid visual novel and turn-based RPG, players can relive the original story as the male protagonist or choose the exclusive female protagonist route, which features a modified story and new Social Links.

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Yuri / 20s / Male

’m very much a diehard Persona fan, and while I wouldn’t say Persona 3 Portable is the best entry in the series due to some of the compromises made to fit the PSP hardware, I still think it’s a phenomenal game. Despite the downgraded presentation in certain areas, it retains the compelling story, characters, and themes that made Persona 3 so memorable. What truly sets Persona 3 Portable apart is the introduction of the female protagonist.

Jonat / 20s / Male

Before I knew about the PS2 version, Portable was my first Persona 3 experience. It featured a hopeful story about death and a well-rounded cast of broken people who eventually found themselves through each other. Sure, young me was drawn in by the edgy exterior, but looking back as an adult, this is one of the most excellent and mature narrative experiences the PSP had to offer with an addictive JRPG and dungeon-crawling loop.

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Cass / 30s / Female

The social links in this game have deeper meaning. I mean the difference in how your friendship with Junpei as an example is so much better. I loved playing as the female MC and romancing Akihiko-senpai and Shinjiro-senpai haha. Persona 3 for me is the best in persona series as well since the weight of fighting in the real world is more palpable than in an alternate dimension.

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Monster Hunter Portable 3rd13 votes
3

Monster Hunter Portable 3rd

RPGAction RPG

Survey scores · avg 3.9/5

Story2.8
Gameplay4.9
Graphics3.8
Music4.2
Character3.8

Monster Hunter Portable 3rd is last main line Monster Hunter game released on the PSP, and is centered around Yukumo village. The game introduces new maps, as well as remakes of some older maps. It also introduces new monsters, such as the fan favorite Zinogre.

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サイダー

Honestly, it was more a case of playing it because everyone was playing it. But the Japanese aesthetic and music are still wonderful. Honestly, of the Monster Hunter villages, Yukumo Village is my favorite.

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正直、みんながやっていたからやっていたという感じ。だが和のテイストと音楽が今でも素晴らしく。正直モンハンの村ではユクモ村が一番好き。

Mango / 20s / Male

This is the kid-me talking but MHP3rd was a huge part of my life. My first and only monster hunter game where I reached till the end!

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Jessey / 20s / Male

The Monster Hunter game I spent the most time on prior to MH World and Wild. Played it back when it was still in Japanese.

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Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep12 votes
4

Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep

RPGJRPG

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.7
Gameplay4.8
Graphics4.7
Music4.8
Character4.9

Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep is a prequel that features a story split across three routes, with each character's perspective filling in the gaps left by the others to weave a larger narrative. Play as Terra, Aqua, and Ventus, each boasting a distinct combat style and set of abilities that offer a fresh gameplay experience with every route.

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Zam / 20s / Male

A great (and important) addition to the overarching plot of Kingdom Hearts, and a good translation of and update to the combat system from the PS2 to the PSP. You have to play all three characters to fully understand what makes this game good. Aside from their intersecting stories, you also get to see the game through different lenses due to the differences in the characters' playstyles.

Sicat / 20s / Male

While I am more critical of this game nowadays, this game is just accompanied with many memories that it has a special place in my heart. A really good prequel that has some problems, especially boss design but still fun if you play casually. Story is also interesting and has some of the best cutscenes (Blank Points)

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Elmer

Literally three stories in one game, each with their own differences in both narrative and gameplay. Incredibly fun action combat like all other Kingdom Hearts titles, and grinding the Mirage Arena was always fun. Also, cheesing the superboss with Reflect Blitz and Thunder Blitz was always kinda funny...

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Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII12 votes
5

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII

RPGAction RPG

Survey scores · avg 4.6/5

Story4.9
Gameplay4.4
Graphics4.6
Music4.4
Character4.7

Crisis Core lets you take control of Zack Fair, a monumental figure in the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII's story. This prequel shows Zack, as well as familiar characters from the PS1 classic, go through trials and tribulations to unwrap the conspiracy that lies beneath the shiny floors of the Shinra Electric Power Company. As the truth further unravels, so too does Zack's resolve to uphold his honor as SOLDIER.

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Succi / 20s / Male

Ashamed to admit that it's my first Final Fantasy game, but it's the game that I adored the most. Zack was such a cool character for me.

Stef / 20s / Female

The ending to this game was my first heartbreak, that's how much I was attached to Zack Fair back then.

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Jessey / 20s / Male

The first game to ever make me cry my eyes out. This game was an eye-opening experience for me.

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God Eater Burst12 votes
6

God Eater Burst

RPGAction RPG

Survey scores · avg 3.9/5

Story3.4
Gameplay4.6
Graphics4.0
Music3.4
Character4.6

God Eater helped prove that you can in fact lay a proper challenge to the dominant species, in this case, Monster Hunter. By adopting a slick, speedy anime-inspired style, God Eater and its expanded edition God Eater Burst catered to players looking for an alternative option to the king of PSP hunting games. Players could switch between weapon modes rapidly when using their God Arcs, swapping instantly between melee, gun, and eater forms to tackle the fast-based battles and fearsome Aragami foes. They could also express themselves and min-max their power by creating customized projectiles and gimmicks in the bullet editor, able to break the game with the right combination of bullet patterns. God Eater also distinguished itself by focusing on companionship and allowing even solo players to hunt alongside NPC partners, relieving some of the lonelieness on a platform with limited online functionality like the PSP.

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Zam / 20s / Male

This game felt like a cooler Monster Hunter that was also easier to get into. Having allies by your side even in single-player made it much more comfortable to play, and I really got into the character, monster, and equipment designs in this game.

Piolo / 30s / Male

A game that I vastly prefer over monster-hunter due to it's fast pace. I can never forget this game's bullet system and how fun it is to get bullet recipes from the net and find out how hilariously broken they are.

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Ray / 20s / Male

The days of multiplayer god eater was so great.

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Patapon11 votes
7

Patapon

Rhythm

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story3.5
Gameplay4.8
Graphics4.5
Music4.8
Character4.3

Patapon is a rhythm game with a twist, as you take control of an army using your drums. Play specific beats to order your army to advance, attack, or retreat, based on what your army needs. In between missions, you can adjust your armies and equip better weapons to help you face and defeat harder and harder challenges.

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Aiko / 20s / Female

As a kid, I always thought Patapon's gameplay is so unique. The concept of leading an army of tiny people by drum beats got me hooked, though until now I've never finished a Patapon game. I like how it got me interested in strategy even though it's not really my go-to genre.

Succi / 20s / Male

Very cute game. I loved it mostly because of the vibes and design. I also liked that it had depth in strategy for a rhythm game.

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Stef / 20s / Female

Despite this game's simplicity, if you have no sense of rhythm it can be quite challenging!

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Dissidia: Final Fantasy11 votes
8

Dissidia: Final Fantasy

ActionFightingMultiplayer

Survey scores · avg 4.2/5

Story3.6
Gameplay4.7
Graphics4.2
Music4.4
Character4.7

Dissidia: Final Fantasy takes the familiar elements from Final Fantasy games, and condenses it into an action-packed Fighting game. Unlike other Fighting games released during its era, Dissidia features a more dynamic arena, allowing players to fully and freely move in 3D.

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Misa / 30s / Female

I remember borrowing my friend's PSP just so that I can play this game. I was not familiar with the Final Fantasy franchise (I only knew FF7 because of the movie), but this made me want to play other Final Fantasy games.

Than / 20s / Male

One of the best Final Fantasy games, just cause it's one where they have everyone on. I remember watching the intro scene multiple times, just because it was so cool. Awesome gameplay too.

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Jords / 30s / Male

I never knew FF can be condensed into a battle royale sort of combat gameplay, but I enjoyed every minute of it.

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Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy10 votes
9

Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy

ActionFighting

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.1
Gameplay4.7
Graphics4.9
Music4.9
Character4.9

Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy expounds on what made the original Dissidia great, and amps it up to 12 (pun intended) with some more fan-favorite characters added to the roster. This version also features addition of the Assist system, providing even more openings for combos and utility in a battle by pairing a character with an off-field character that can be summoned on occasion. The plot of Dissidia also gets a further expansion, showing what happened in the 12th cycle before the final one that happens in the original Dissidia. It also gives more endgame content, like a new Superboss at the end of an optional story, and more customization in additional skins for each character.

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Jowi / 20s / Prefer not to say

Even though I tend to be pretty bad at fighting games, Dissidia has such a good story that I played it for endless hours anyway. Even though I knew almost none of the characters at the time due to having only played Crisis Core and FF4, each of the characters had great stories. I'm really looking forward to replaying it one of these days now that I've played more of the mainline games.

Elmer

Incredible combat in 3D space, and there were a lot of possible strategies to employ especially with summons and booster accessories. There were tons of secrets to unlock too, like Prishe and Feral Chaos, and hidden equipment and shops you can unlock by exploring the map.

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Sora / 30s / Male

As a longtime Final Fantasy fan, having several iconic characters from all throughout the franchise in one game was mindblowing, and to have them all fight each other was even better. I value this game so much due to how many battles I've won, thanks to Ultimecia.

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Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker7 votes
10

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker

ActionStealth

Survey scores · avg 4.6/5

Story4.6
Gameplay4.9
Graphics4.3
Music4.7
Character4.3

The secret missing link in the Metal Gear Series (missing in part because the PSP wasn't the most popular platform), Peace Walker served as the template that informed the development of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, and its prequel, Ground Zeroes. The gameplay format of recruiting new soldiers from the battlefield and building up the Mother Base headquarters. It also narratively formed the missing link between Metal Gear Solid 3, 4, and V, exploring the motivations of Big Boss and his companions as they separately struggle to live up to their impression of their mentor's legacy through various world-historical crises.

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Ronald / 20s / Male

I have a lot of fond memories with this game. I played this a lot with my brothers and relatives. We would spend the whole day doing different kinds of missions, like tranquilizing a Rathalos in the collaboration mission. The gameplay was really fun, and there were a lot of weapons that were both cool and funny, like the “Box Tank,” which is basically a cardboard box that you can use alone or with a friend and fire explosives like a tank.

Ervin / 30s / Male

a technical achievement on the PSP. Also was widely innovative for a Metal Gear Solid game

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Patapon 37 votes
11

Patapon 3

Rhythm

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story3.9
Gameplay4.7
Graphics4.3
Music4.7
Character4.6

Lead your army once more using the power of music in Patapon 3. Unlike its predecessors, which has you controlling a whole army of Patapons, you instead control four heroes, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. This simplifies the game's army mechanics, while still maintaining most of the previous games' core mechanics. Additionally, Patapon 3 has multiplayer capabilities, allowing you to play with up to three friends.

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よねさん / 30代 / 男性

A work appealing for its novel game system of making your units attack or defend with rhythm-game commands. The raising is deep and it has hack-and-slash elements too, so I could play it for a long time.

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リズムゲーのコマンドで攻撃させたり防御させるという斬新なゲームシステムが魅力の作品。育成が奥深くハクスラ要素もあり長い時間遊べた。

Jessey / 20s / Male

I am a huge fan of rhythm games, so I enjoyed playing the Patapon games.

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God of War: Chains of Olympus7 votes
12

God of War: Chains of Olympus

ActionHack and Slash

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story4.6
Gameplay4.9
Graphics4.3
Music4.0
Character4.4

Kratos' adventures may be minimized to PSP, but that doesn't make the game any less cinematic. In this prequel, Kratos is given the promise to be reunited with his long-dead daughter, but making deals with the gods is never as simple as it seems.

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Trick / 20s / Male

Probably my first GoW game. Very memorable since it's one of the first games I played that had a mature theme to it. How they depicted the Greek Gods is very cool.

Warren / 30s / Male

As a huge Greek Mythology and hack-and-slash fan, this game just ticked all of the right boxes for me.

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Sicat / 20s / Male

I love just being able to destroy my enemies by using my blades

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Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions6 votes
13

Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions

RPGTurn-Based

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story4.7
Gameplay4.8
Graphics4.0
Music4.2
Character4.7

Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions is a strategy-based RPG that incorporates grid tactics and build freedom into its gameplay. As a remake of the original Final Fantasy Tactics, it adds an improved translation, voiced cutscenes, and a small amount of extra content, including a multiplayer mode. It is quite different from the original JRPG Final Fantasy games, but is still recommended fo players that enjoy strategy and tactics games and a mature storyline.

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Jonat / 20s / Male

This is the game that turned young me into a TRPG enthusiast. I was ready to return it but because I gave it a chance, I was rewarded by a sprawling world with complex political struggles and characters with just as much depth.

Alonso / 20s / Male

I loved this game. Its setting and storytelling was great.

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David G / 30s / Male

Strategy required to beat various challenge runs

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Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection5 votes
14

Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection

ActionFighting

Survey scores · avg 4.3/5

Story3.8
Gameplay4.8
Graphics4.2
Music4.4
Character4.6

Addressing many of the criticisms of Tekken 4, Tekken 5 brings back the faster pace and fluid movement that longtime fans loved, while significantly expanding the roster and polishing nearly every aspect of gameplay. Even today, its combat feels extremely fluid and responsive despite its age, hence why it's regarded as one of the strongest entries in the franchise. Recommended for both competitive players and anyone looking to dive into the golden age of Tekken.

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Tekken 65 votes
15

Tekken 6

ActionFighting

Survey scores · avg 4.2/5

Story3.8
Gameplay4.8
Graphics4.2
Music3.8
Character4.4

Tekken 6 first released on PlayStation Portable. This was catered to Tekken players who want to bring and play Tekken anywhere. Surely a huge improvement from its predecessor, new mechanics have also been added here such as Rage, where once you get to at least 5% HP, your attacks will start to hurt more. This game also improved the combat system by adding the Bound status which enables you to continue your juggles and combos a bit more.

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Aiko / 20s / Female

Tekken 6 was my entry into the Tekken series and I played it a lot when I was a kid in elementary school. Out of all games I had on the PSP, this is the one I always went back to. It's also where I discovered my Tekken main, whom I still use up to this day.

Tony / 20s / Male

The first Tekken game I played ever. This started my occasional interest in playing fighting games.

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Seto Kai B. / 20s / Male

This is the other reason lol

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Patapon 24 votes
16

Patapon 2

Rhythm

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.2
Gameplay5.0
Graphics4.5
Music5.0
Character4.5

Patapon 2 is a rhythm game like its predecessor that uses music to control your army. It takes everything the first game did right while introducing new mechanics, such as new units, as well as powerful Heropons.

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Jessey / 20s / Male

I am a huge fan of rhythm games, so I enjoyed playing the Patapon games.

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Daxter4 votes
17

Daxter

ActionPlatformer

Survey scores · avg 4.0/5

Story4.0
Gameplay4.2
Graphics4.2
Music3.5
Character4.2

Set before the events of Jak II, Daxter follows the story of Jak's Ottsel sidekick as he goes around Haven City as a small-time bug exterminator while he searches for a way to save Jak. With an arsenal of weapons, control Daxter as he platforms across several stages uncovering the rising threat that would come to be known as the Metalheads.

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Jet / 30s / Male

As a massive Jak and Daxter fan, it was fun to try this game that was essentially set between the events of Jak 1 and 2. It's a much smaller game than any of the mainline console games and leans closer to a 3d platformer than an action platformer. I think I 100%-ed it in one weekend in bed while I was sick. But I still enjoyed it quite a bit.

Kiko / 20s / Male

First ever game I 100%'d and probably the game I played the most on the PSP.

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Vann / 30s / Male

A surprisingly funny platformer.

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Final Fantasy Type-03 votes
18

Final Fantasy Type-0

RPGAction RPG

Survey scores · avg 4.8/5

Story5.0
Gameplay4.3
Graphics4.7
Music5.0
Character5.0

Final Fantasy Type-0's orginal PSP release was an ambitiout title that reaches similar heights as Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker and even Square Enix's own Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep. As Final Fantasy ARPG, it features a larger scale compared to the acclaimed Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core. 14 Playable characters, each with thier own playstyle and allusions to traditional FF roles gives players much more to play with than Crisis Core and KHBBS combined. It also features an overworld for players to conduct military operations in. While darker, bleaker, and more violent than usual, It is nonetheless a classic Final Fantasy premise that involves a plot centering 4 nations each with thier own Crystals. Square Enix was a pushing the limits of handheld consoles during its late 2000s - early 2010s era and Final Fantasy Type 0 was indeed the culmination of all of it. Its a shame that it was never released outside of Japan until its remaster years later

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LocoRoco3 votes
19

LocoRoco

Rhythm

Survey scores · avg 3.8/5

Story2.7
Gameplay3.7
Graphics3.7
Music5.0
Character4.7

LocoRoco is a whimsical platformer set in a colorful world populated by the eponymous LocoRocos and the MuiMui, but their peaceful existence changes when the evil Moja appear to conquer their planet! LocoRoco is unique in that you don't directly control the LocoRocos but rather the environment itself! Using the PSP's shoulder buttons, you can tilt the very earth to lead the LocoRocos through each stage so that they can combine with others to grow in size to solve puzzles and eventually overcome the evil Mojos.

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Diana / 20s / Female

As a kid, the visuals and the gibberish lyrics of this 2D platformer game was very appealing to me. It had a very easy story to understand too, despite not having any actual dialogue. It really is mostly catered towards a younger audience, but I very much enjoyed it even as I grew up and replayed it.

Ralph / 30s / Male

Flipping the PSP around to influence the direction of the stage in-game was really fun and brand new at the time.

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Non / 30s / Prefer not to say

It was very cute

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Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories3 votes
20

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories

ActionOpen World

Survey scores · avg 3.8/5

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories was one of the first portable game for the series that manages to fit in the usual GTA experience like story missions, crime sagas, and open-world freedom that you're used to seeing on bigger consoles. Even with the main story complete, there is so much to see and experience in the game that makes this game a technical advancement for the PSP. Recommended for long-time fans of the series and to players who want to experience the capabilities of the game in a handheld console.

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Hidden gems on PlayStation Portable (PSP)

Lesser-known PlayStation Portable (PSP) games our players loved.

What Did I Do To Deserve This, My Lord!Hidden Gem

What Did I Do To Deserve This, My Lord!

2.5/5

What Did I Do To Deserve This, My Lord? is a strategy game where you defend your overlord by digging tunnels and breeding monsters from the invading heroes. It's a reverse roguelike dungeon crawler where you design a dungeon and get upgrades after each level. Recommended for fans of god games and dungeon crawlers, as this game is a mix of both.

BlazBlue: Calamity TriggerHidden Gem

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger

5.0/5

Blazblue: Calamity Trigger is a 2D fighting game with a rich story presented in a visual novel style. It follows the story of the infamous criminal Ragna the Bloodege, also known as the "Grim Reaper", as he ventures across the world to destroy the Librarium. Discover his origins and the reasons behind his actions, while uncovering the connections between the many characters he encounters along the way. The game also features flashy and satisfying combat that showcases each character's unique fighting style and arsenal. Everything in the game, from the main menu, music, and combat really shows how much effort the developers put into it.

Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-RevisHidden Gem

Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-Revis

5.0/5

Vayne Aurelius, a teenage boy, wakes up in the secluded mountains alongside a cat named Sulpher. One day, a man named Zeppel Kriever invites Vayne to study alchemy in Al-Revis Academy. As his time in school passes by, it is filled with many whimsical and extreme events along the way. Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-Revis is the first of the Mana Khemia series, which is a spin-off of the Atelier series. The game features an item and armor crafting system using the concept of alchemy and synthesis; and a turn-based combat system that utilizes timing and action strategy. It's a game for players who love a classic pixelated JRPG with a fun academic twist!

Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side Premium: 3rd Story (English Fan-Translated)Hidden Gem

Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side Premium: 3rd Story (English Fan-Translated)

4.8/5

Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side Premium: 3rd Story is the enhanced edition of the beloved Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side: 3rd Story for the Nintendo DS. The PlayStation Portable edition features fully illustrated CG Art, 3D character avatars, a PSP-exclusive love interest, and a brand new game mode called The Boys' Room. Although the game is only available in Japanese, the community came together to provide an English fan translation guide for overseas fans. Build the perfect school life in Habataki Academy while balancing academics, social life, and relationships. The stats you build and the choices you make will be crucial to winning the heart of your love interest by the end of high school. Who knows? They might be the boy who you made a promise with all those years ago.

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Lunar Silver Star Harmony

5.0/5

Lunar Silver Star Harmony is a PlayStation Portable remake of the acclaimed JRPG created through the collaborative efforts of Game Arts and Studio Alex. It follows the same tale of Alex and his quest to become a Dragonmaster like the age-old hero Dyne, only for the adventure to take a dramatic turn after a Dark Sorcerer rampages across their land. Unlike its 1992 original, Lunar Silver Star Harmony is enhanced on all fronts, most notably with its high-resolution pixel sprites, a more streamlined turn-based combat system, and additional story content, including a unique prologue centered on the story's four original heroes.

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