With the U.K. launch of the PS4 looming, PSU staff have got together to argue and fight over the definitive top 100 games of the PS3 generation, which includes PSP and Vita titles. It’s not quite the end of an era, but it’s the perfect time to reflect back on some of the great titles that have graced Sony’s black behemoth.
We’ve already kicked off the top 100. You can check out 91-100 here. Below you can find rankings 81-90.
90. MAG
Metacritic Rating – 76
A multiplayer-only FPS where up to 256 players take part in squad-based action was an ambitious project. With plenty of battle modes, as well as squad leader advancement leveling to increase your standing in the game, players still interested had better get in quick as the game is scheduled for closure next year.
PSU score 7.5 review HERE
89.DC Universe Online
Metacritic Rating – 7.5
MMO superhero action abounds here with plenty of updates to keep players interested in superhero action. A launch day title for PS4 which promises character transfer from your PS3 account, so you can enjoy the MMO action even more.
PSU score 7.5 review HERE
88. Dungeon Defenders
Metacritic Rating – 80
Multiplayer RPG action with a tower defence twist sees players defend their precious crystals against wave after wave of relentless monsters, who weren’t afraid to bring the odd boss to the fight either. Players could deploy traps, defences or even go hand to hand with the enemy. A hardcore mode added a permadeath element for extra insanity.
PSU score 8, review HERE
87. Dragons Dogma
Metacritic Rating – 83
An open world RPG, where player class choice has a real impact on the gameplay. Dragons Dogma also featured a ‘pawn’ system for NPCs, allowing players to recruit help from their friends.
PSU score 8, review HERE
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86. Deadpool
Metacritic Rating – 61
This is the first ever game that see the main character kidnap the games’ designers to force them to make a game about him. Hold tight for this comic-book madcap adventure from Marvel’s wise cracking merc.
PSU score 8, review HERE
85. Binary Domain
Metacritic Rating – 72
From the designer of Yakuza comes this third-person shooter set in a futuristic Tokyo in 2080. Innovative squad features, which use a trust system to see how your colleagues react to your choices, along with an advanced AI system, are among the game’s highlights.
PSU score 8, review HERE
84. Hotline Miami
Despite its 2012 release, Hotline Miami revels in the look of a bygone gaming era with its top down 2D style, which nicely showcases its violent gameplay.
Hotline Miami has it all: violence, a surreal story, stealth gameplay and more violence. The game also lets you wear bizarre masks which can help or hinder missions and the main protagonist, in an ironic twist, is just as vulnerable as the hordes of enemies he faces off against.
PSU score 8, review HERE
83. Far Cry: Blood Dragon
Metacritic Rating – 82
If you grew up in the era of TV and film that Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is taking many cues from, then it is a game you must play. With all of the old references it brings nostalgic memories flooding back, but the game is also incredibly fun to play and has a great soundtrack too. Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is essentially an 80s retro futuristic first-person shooter, which offers a nice change from all the serious, contemporary shooters on the market.
PSU score 8 , review HERE
82. Spec Ops: The Line – Spec Ops: The Line
Metacritic Rating – 77
iSpec Ops s one of the most interesting military shooters we’ve played. It’s heavily story-driven and you’ll question everything at the end, including your own judgments. Spec Ops: The Line deserves a top spot on your play list and hopefully you’ll find it just as engaging as we did.
PSU score 8 , review HERE
81. Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
Metacritic Rating – 80
Odyssey to the West is a sci-fi road adventure featuring a captivating story that spans the fears of a world gone crazy with technology. This game is hard to put down.
PSU score 8, review HERE
Stay tuned for 79-80 coming very soon!