Best games for the psp 2012

It's learning how to detonate strategically and when to risk it all for power-ups that make each level a hybrid of twitch gaming and puzzle solving.

What's more, each stage features new enemies, backgrounds, and music composed by Tetsuya Mizuguchi Rez, Lumines , making Every Extend Extra a game that always has something new coming up in its playlist. Ys Seven represents an evolution of the series, evolving Ys' 2D sprites and environments into a full 3D adventure with new party members to discover, new systems to fine tune, and fresh new ways in which to dispatch justice in Altago. It earns its place here by drawing from the series' humble beginnings and reimagining them with cutesy new graphics, two new levels, and modes of play that let you swap Mega Man for one of his robotic bosses.

Think of it like The Muppet Babies if the Muppet Babies were constantly blowing each other up to snatch their abilities from each other. If that weren't enough to keep old school fans busy, it comes with a level editor and the ability to share player-created Mega Man stages with the world. Ape Escape: On the Loose is a pristine, thoughtful remake of the PS1 original with upgraded graphics and a smattering of new monkey-themed minigames.

The translation isn't perfect, and the controls miss something without the second analog stick, but the game's mix of platforming challenges, gadgetry, and charm overshadows these few complains.

Ape wrangling is messy work, after all, but in the end it's worth it. Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep would have been easy to turn into a quick cash-in; a portable Kingdom Hearts to milk fans perpetually waiting for a proper sequel.

Instead Square made one of the most important games in the series, filling out the strange world's lore with the same level of care and ambition as other titles in the series such as the epic Kingdom Hearts 2. Long before Kingdom Hearts 3 was announced for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, this was the closest thing everyone thought we would get to a third full game. Heroes Terra, Aqua, and Ventus make for a disorienting shift from Sora, but the game's Command Deck and D-Link combat mechanics help to keep the adventure moving with fast, fluid, and surprisingly deep enemy encounters.

It only takes a few visits to familiar Disney locales to ease back into the Kingdom Hearts vibe. PES features a brand new intelligence system, called Teamvision, that adapts and reacts to players own gameplay styles to ensure that the computer controlled opponents are always challenging and forcing the player to think and chance their style of play to avoid being out-thought by the game.

It learns counter attacks that target your weaknesses and look to exploit any repetitive tactics players use. Defenders react better to danger, closing down the ball and charging at shots and the goalkeepers hold shots that are closer to them as well. Teammates make more intelligent runs into space and the close control has been sharpened to ensure quick and fluid passing and speedy attacks can be built.

The next gen versions also feature extensive edit modes so players can completely customise their PES experience. Test Drive Unlimited is the only game that immerses you into the car and bike enthusiast lifestyle, with total freedom to race however and wherever you want within a huge, online-persistent environment.

Visit the most sophisticated car and bike dealers to purchase new vehicles or simply take them for a spin. Collect and trade rare performance parts and customize each vehicle to make it one-of-a-kind.

Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.

Features more than licensed vehicles from exclusive manufacturers including Lamborghini, Ducati, Aston Martin, Mercedes, Saleen, Shelby, and Jaguar; Upgrade each car or bike with options from the actual manufacturers' catalog. Players create characters, buy new homes and garages, and tune and upgrade vehicles with aftermarket parts; Extracurricular activities such as expanding your garage, getting clothes and fashion accessories for your avatar, helping hitchhikers catch planes, picking up girls, chasing car thieves, and escaping from a psychopath.

Timeless side scrolling action through more than 10 gothic stages and additional hidden areas. Return to previously completed levels to find additional secrets. Freestyle Superstars: You are in control of the top NBA stars, performing like their real-life counterparts based on distinct character types, including Power, Playmaker, Stopper and more.

Authentic 5-on-5 Gameplay: The all-new animation system helps to visually present the up-tempo, fast-break brand of basketball that makes the NBA thrive. Also featured, is an improved transition game and a more physical brand of play with collisions and dunked-on scenarios. New Player Visuals: A new graphics engine now has player models not only playing and acting like their real life counterparts, but looking the part with striking detail and realism. Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny preserves all the fierce battles and gorgeous visuals the series has been known for to create the most comprehensive fighting experience ever on a handheld system with highly responsive controls and balanced gameplay.

Adding depth to the combat, an all new single player mode has been specifically crafted for the PSP system that not only challenges a player's reflexes but also improves his fighting skills.

Following in the footsteps of Soulcalibur IV, Critical Finish Moves return where opponents can be defeated with one spectacular attack. Now adrenaline pumping combat has never been so accessible. Asgard, the realm of the gods, remains locked in an eternal struggle between the benevolent Aesir and the demonic Vanir.

Possessing the ability to hear the thoughts and feelings of men and women in their dying moments, he charges Valkyrie to search Midgard, the world of mortals, to recruit and train the souls of worthy warriors to join the ranks of the Aesir in the Sacred War. Some of these new scenes contain links to the story of "Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria. Choose from several game modes including the all-new Story Mode, which puts you on a journey to travel the world and help spread the love of tennis.

Interact with other characters to gain knowledge and special items, and even unlock new characters to play with. Beaterator for the PSP system is both a powerful music mixer with robust beatmaking features, as well as a collection of original music and rhythm games and challenge modes - all available in the palm of your hand.

Features all-new Branch Point Technology, which provides seamless fielding transitions and smooth base running; the all-new Playmaker Fielding Marker that brings together a player's attributes with the gamer's skill level in order to make the play; and the all-new Release Point Pitching with Confidence Meter, which helps determine a gamer's ability to hit spots in the strike zone.

Supporting up to two players via wireless multiplayer connectivity , gamers can compete against the Artificial Intelligence or go head-to-head against another player. By providing an unmatched broadcast presentation that brings together on screen gameplay, cut scenes, animation and sound, MLB for the PSP provides an engrossing authentic baseball simulation. Players can challenge others from all over the world via multiplayer battles using a wireless connection as they command their worms through clashes that take place in famous battles of the past, as well as fictional fights of the future.

Battles include the Spanish Armada conquest in "Pirates! In addition to the classic Deathmatch mode, the game also includes robust new single and multiplayer modes such as Rope Race, Fort, Puzzle and Campaign modes that challenge players to use new strategies and teamwork to defeat their enemies. Gamers that take the battle online will be able to demonstrate their Worms combat prowess with daily updated stats and leaderboards on the official Worms website.

Players will also enjoy the new, in-depth customization options including custom landscape and team flag editors in addition to modified hats, tombstones and victory dances for their worm teams. Utilizing the innovative new "Solid Eye" technology, key areas of the game's comic book style cell-shaded graphics explode off the PSP system screen in 3-D. To ensure that the 3D effects are the most technologically advanced available in the marketplace, each game is be packaged with a state-of-the-art 3D viewing peripheral that is designed to make the effects realistic and eye-popping.

The pioneering visuals are complemented by a card based strategic gameplay structure that is enhanced across the board with a complete tutorial mode, intuitive interface incorporating card based strategy and real-time gameplay, new Arena mode and more than cards to use. Rounding out the package is the popular multi-player mode where players can use personalized decks to battle foes via the PSP system's wireless capabilities. Arena Mode — Fight classic boss enemies from previous Metal Gear games.

Improved strategic gameplay, including card weapon upgrades and more cards for use. Tutorial Mode — familiarizes novice players with the strategic gameplay in Metal Gear Acid 2. Import cards from the previous version of Metal Gear Acid. Rock Band Unplugged creates a full band experience in the palm of your hand by combining traditional beat match gameplay with key elements from both Rock Band and Rock Band 2, such as overdrive and chords.

In addition, players can expect a rich Rock Band experience with fully functional modes like World Tour, Band Survival and Warm Up and a robust character creator for full customization!

Rock Band Unplugged features over 40 master-recordings including nine brand new, exclusive songs for the PSP system for a limited time! The in-game store is powered by PlayStation Network, and players can to use their existing PlayStation Network account to purchase tracks, similar to the Rock Band console experience. Featuring an elegant black and white art design inspired by the works of M. Escher, echochrome is a puzzle game unlike any other.

With gameplay based on optical illusions, players must utilize five simple laws of perspective to join walkways, hide dangers, and create new paths to reach the "echos," or shadow guides. Once you've mastered the five laws, use them to create your own mind-bending levels to play and share with friends using the custom level editor. Relive the thrilling battles that raged across the European landscape. Assume the role of General Patton, commanding the Third U.

Army from the beaches of Normandy, to the capital of the Third Reich, Berlin. Building on the core speed and trick gameplay that has been so successful in the past, players can now choose their way to become black diamond fiends.

SSX On Tour allows players to create their own boarder or skier and take them from a wannabe to a mountain rockstar. Players can get noticed in all-new shred challenges where they earn an invitation to The Tour where they'll face the best racers in the SSX cast. Fly down the all-new tracks, and master the new monster tricks for both boarding and skiing to make it to the top of The Charts. New Personalized batting stances. Play against friends on the go in Ad-Hoc mode. Find your way to the top in Road to the Show.

Updated rosters and new stadiums. With ultra-realistic graphics and precise player control, gamers will hit the court and play as or against today's tennis elite including Federer, Sharapova, Roddick, Nadal, and Williams. A new multiplayer mode allows up to 8 friends to battle it out on 23 courts around the world. As they serve up their best in a mix of exhibitions, tournaments and competitions, players will rise through the ranks and battle for the top spot.

Midnight Club: L. Remix has been optimized for portable gameplay with faster races and reduced load times. Customize your ride with body kits, paint styles, rims and vinyls that let you put your inimitable style on display and intimidate the competition. Realistic damage modeling shows the effects of crashes and smashes. Experience L. Take control and rule the streets in this portable racing powerhouse.

The kingdom of Altago is rebuilding their kingdom around a newfound peace after years of war against the merciless armies of Romn.

The classic adventuresome duo, Adol and Dogi, arrive in the harbor of Altago City, and quickly find themselves in a scuffle with the Dragon Knights, the kingdom's military police body, when attempting to save a local girl from harassment by one of their commanding officers. Upset by the interruption and subsequent humiliation, the commander arrests Adol and Dogi, charging them with espionage.

The king of Altago, having known of the duo's pending arrival from an old trusted friend, quickly releases the pair from prison and summons them to his chambers. He tells the men about an ancient shrine that was uncovered after a recent earthquake, and asks for their help in investigating this mysterious new find. Adol and Dogi oblige, unaware that they are about to take the first steps on a long journey to save all of Altago from long-forgotten ancient forces, and to reunite the estranged five tribes who serve and protect the Five Great Dragons — deified beings who may well be the world's last hope.

This is the first iteration to be built specifically for the PSP system, taking full advantage of the widescreen format and hardware.

The battle system consists of a three-member battle party with enemies engaged on the field map in real-time for fast-paced combat. Old fans of the series and new players alike will be immersed into the rich vibrant world containing over 30 hours of gameplay. Cosmos, the goddess of harmony. Chaos, the god of discord.

Reigning from distant realms, the two gods had gathered warriors from all lands to lead them in savage war. Cosmos and Chaos were of equal strength. It was believed the conflict would last forever. However, the balance is now broken.

Those who answered Chaos's call created an inexhaustible force. And under vicious attack without relent, the warriors fighting for Cosmos started to fall one by one. The conflict that has continued for eons is now about to end in Chaos's favor.

The world has been torn asunder, sinking into a vortex of disorder. As for the few surviving warriors… their fates have yet to be determined. Community: Continue the experience by trading Friend Cards, creating items and sharing AI characters with other players and even engage in virtual AI battles made possible by the PSP system ad hoc mode.

Featuring new fighting moves and new venues, where players can gain respect by winning fights and rising among the ranks of the crew. For the first time ever players can battle in 1-on-1 death matches using PSP's wireless functionality. Essential Links. Highs and Lows. Highest of the Month. Lowest of the Month. Metascore: 90 User Score: 7. Wipeout Pure Platform: PSP March 16, The latest and the greatest in the seminal WipEout series, "Pure" distils the essence of anti-gravity racing and futuristic adrenaline-fuelled combat.

Ridge Racer Platform: PSP March 22, Also known as "Ridge Racers" Featuring the best loved race courses from arcade classic Rave Racer and the entire Ridge Racer series, 24 circuits of breakneck speed and exhilaration stand between you and racing glory. Jeanne d'Arc Platform: PSP August 21, The Jeanne d'Arc story begins far in the past, when a great war was waged by mankind against demonic armies attempting to invade the human world.

Metascore: 87 User Score: 8. Velocity Platform: PSP May 1, In the distant star Vilio exploded into a red giant, sending an electromagnetic pulse surging into our deep space mining ships, colony cruisers and Special Forces fighters, knocking out their primary power.

Patapon Platform: PSP February 26, For years the Patapon tribe has lived in the desolate frontier, driven from their home by the evil Zigoton army. Metascore: 86 User Score: 8. LocoRoco 2 Platform: PSP February 10, The LocoRoco are in danger again, the evil Moja have returned and this time they've brought with them a terrible song that sucks the life out of living things! Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow Platform: PSP October 2, We find Gabe Logan once again using a combination of stealth and "run-and-gun" gameplay as he is called into action when a dangerous new technology is hijacked by a criminal extremist group.

Metascore: 85 User Score: 7. Virtua Tennis: World Tour Platform: PSP October 7, Virtua Tennis World Tour features three core gameplay modes: World Tour, in which players travel the globe using a custom-created character to win cash; Exhibition, where players can take control of a pro tennis all-star for one-off matches; and Tournament, which puts players in knockout sessions where only the best will see victory. FIFA Soccer 09 Platform: PSP October 13, Hundreds of new animation sequences and a new collision detection system with degree coverage enable players to behave according to their physical attributes.

Half-Minute Hero Platform: PSP October 13, As the last wandering sage and final hope for humanity, it is up to the protagonist to somehow transcend time and death to unite these legends and their unique powers in one last battle against the ultimate evil lord.

Metascore: 83 User Score: 8. Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix Platform: PSP March 23, Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix takes players on an all new skating blitzkrieg where they embark on the ultimate road trip from Tony Hawk's Underground 2 in addition to wreaking havoc in four never-before-seen city-levels - Las Vegas, Atlanta, Kyoto and Santa Cruz -- that feature original goals, level changing events and unlockable characters.

Wipeout Pulse Platform: PSP February 12, As is tradition with the series, gamers trench race at high speeds in futuristic vehicles outfitted with weapons. Metascore: 82 User Score: 8. Tekken 6 Platform: PSP November 24, Tekken 6 sees the return of many familiar faces as well as new characters to create the largest line-up the series has ever seen. Sid Meier's Pirates! Where is My Heart?

Metascore: 81 User Score: 8. Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Platform: PSP June 22, The Monster Hunter world is always changing and you will need to be ready for anything - but killing and trapping monsters will always be most important part of your duty.

Metascore: 81 User Score: 9. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 2 Platform: PSP November 21, Command a secret subset of the most elite and deadly fighting force on the planet as players defend America and her allies through broad combat experiences including new non-linear mission progression, over 40 authentic real world weapons and a huge area of operation spanning multiple terrain types and environments. Winning Eleven: Pro Evolution Soccer Platform: PSP February 6, PES 6 once again features the graphical and gameplay tweaks that enable each new title to play completely differently from previous incarnations.

WWE SmackDown! There are aspects of puzzle solving that will require even the most experienced strategist to come up with a plan. There are aspects of combo oriented fighting that excel thanks to the third person view.

The player must utilize the iconic Blades of Chaos. Cutting up your enemies will provide hours of entertainment and finding the right combo will prove to be difficult. The story itself is a wonderful mix of fiction and historic events. History enthusiasts will be enthralled by the tale and be fully immersed in the story. Further, he graphics are superb for a handheld game. The gore is highlighted in most scenes and adds shock value to the action.

The camera, in particular, is fluid in motion. This game was noticeably created for exclusive use on the PSP. The controls are also retooled to perfection further proving that this game was produced to work well on the PSP. Unfortunately, this game is relatively short. Just as the game reaches its climax, it is over before you know it. The Sims franchise has hit portable devices prior to this. The Sims is a life simulation game. The best way to describe this to a gamer who has not played life simulation games would be to imagine a role playing game based on real life events.

The concept seems abstract although the genre took the world by storm in the early s. The character customization is what drew so many people to the genre. The creation options hit the perfect sweet spot between not overwhelming with options while providing enough options to display some individuality.

The portable aspect of the game is a wonderful match with the genre. Perform routine tasks such as earning money from a job, building your house and talking to neighbors on the go. One major change from the PC version is the emphasis on storytelling. Traditionally, players would be free to explore and make decisions at their own discretion.

With this iteration EA decided to try something new. There is semblance of a story that can be accessed through various missions. The addition of a narrative has not been received well. The whole essence of the game relies on the fact that the player is in full control of this virtual life. Adding a guided path contradicts what people love about this game. Sony succeeded in creating the most powerful handheld console to date. The LCD screen coupled with a x pixel display assured that the visual aspect would provide vibrant colors and incredibly advanced textures.

This is no surprise considering how popular these buttons had become. Two rear triggers, an analog stick, and directional buttons rounded out the design.

This worked out well for games that were brought over from console to handheld. Suddenly, playing a handheld Final Fantasy game made sense with all these buttons. The PlayStation network presented gamers with a free to use online service. Before the PSP, a full-fledged online feature on a handheld device was unheard of. During its lifespan, the PSP received notable updates. In total, there were five iterations of the PSP. With these new models, Sony had the opportunity of tweaking its marketing strategy.

The first series only offered four color options. With the second series, Sony decided to expand that number to ten standard options.

This was fantastic news for those who enjoyed expressing their personality via color choice. The variety became impressive. From mint green to rose pink, Sony spoiled their fans. The best PSP games have a few things in common. At this point, high-quality graphics are almost a certainty. Therefore, when analyzing great PSP games, it makes more sense to focus on other aspects such as narrative, gameplay, presentation, game modes, audio, and so on. However, a game that can provide stellar graphics, captivating music, and killer storytelling is sure to win you over.

The high standard for graphics actually levels the playing field between the best PSP games. It is for this reason that a lackluster plot or repetitive gameplay has the potential to hurt a game to a greater extent.

This is absolutely evident in Sony's best PSP games. The confusing discussion surrounding the various PSP models is often the most talked-about aspect of the successful handheld console.

This is the original model that most people are familiar with. Next, we have the PSP This redesign made the console lighter and slimmer than its original.

Other minor changes were also introduced such as a brighter LCD screen. The PSP followed the model. This model focused on drastic screen and color improvements. A microphone was also added to this model. Lastly, we have the PSP Go. Once again the PSP received a lighter more accessible upgrade. Although the PSP Go introduced the most changes of any iteration, it produced the worst sales numbers.

The PSP certainly offered a ton of products that could be purchased as accessories to the console. Sony allowed users to maximize their gaming experience through the purchase of said products. A long list of accessories includes an AC adapter, car adapter, headset, headphones with remote control, extended-life mAh battery, battery charger, carrying case, accessories pouch, and cleaning cloth.

The pouches and carrying cases were by far the most common accessories. Due to the nature of the portable console, most users enjoyed traveling with the PSP. Enjoying the best PSP games on the go was one way to optimize the gaming experience. This is a difficult question to answer due to the different criteria people use to judge success.

For starters, the seventh generation of consoles was dominated by Nintendo. Unfortunately for Sony, the handheld market was also dominated by Nintendo.

The Nintendo DS and its variations sold a combined million units. Meanwhile, the PSP sold a combined 82 million units. However, the DS is considered the best-selling handheld console of all time. The PSP sold an admirable number of units which is now considered the third most of all time within the handheld market. You must hurry; the black hole isn't getting any smaller Metascore: User Score: 7. Wizorb is a unique combination of classic block-breaking action and light RPG elements. User Score: 5.

In a land ravaged by disparity where the impoverished must battle for survival, the fate of all is thrust into uncertainty when rebels happen upon custody of a young female noble and a magical spear of immeasurable power falls from the heavens. Now, hunted by incumbent powers desperate to reclaim the girl and armed with a weapon capable of reshaping the realm, the Resistance must wage war to deliver themselves from the tyranny of their oppressors.

As original as its narrative, Gungnir's strategy RPG mechanics offer a number of fresh twists on an expertly honed formula. Building upon the traditional action queue of turn-based strategy RPGs, actions in Gungnir all have a numerical wait interval associated with them.