Topic: Any Cheap Fabulous PSP Games Out There?

[D_Average]

Comrads, I just traded in 8 Wii and PS3 games I haven't played in forever straight up for a used PSP 3000 at Gamestop (they have a promo, trade 4 get 20 bones in extra credit, and don't worry, I disinfected it three times as I know what kind of content you can cram onto those bad boys).  I figured why not turn what I know I won't play anytime soon into a neat new toy to play with?   And obviously,  I went w/ the 3000 b/c there are TONS of cheap UMD's to jump on.

So I have a couple questions, what are some older now cheap UMD's worth picking up? I love racing, platforming, space shooters and games made while the dev's were tripping. Obviously, I can look on Metacritic to find the most popular ones but are there any that slipped through the cracks that are now cheap that ya'll would recommend similar to Wii gems like Excite Truck, Geometry Wars, Zack n Wikki and Boom Blox?  Yesterday I picked up Twisted Metal, Jaxter, and Rachet Size Matters at very low prices.  And today I downloaded Burnout Legends b/c I want it on the "Go" at all times =)

I've got a 20 dollar gift card for Best Buy and tomorrow there is buy 2 get 1 free on ALL games so I'm looking to stock up in case Denver is hit with a blizzard soon and my wife hogs the TV. 

And oh, with Patapon, I liked the demo, should I just grab the 2nd one at this point and skip the first?

[Adrock]

God of War: Chains of Olympus is probably the best game on the platform though if you didn't like the PS2 games, you won't like this one. It's about $20 now at Gamestop.

[D_Average]

God of War: Chains of Olympus is probably the best game on the platform though if you didn't like the PS2 games, you won't like this one. It's about $20 now at Gamestop.

Yeah, I checked out the demo and I was absolutely blown away, which is rare, as I don't normally like gladiator games (just gladiator movies).  Definitely gonna pick it up.

And turns out PSP and DS games aren't part of the Best Buy sale.  Suck.

Have you played both Patapons?  Preference?

[Adrock]

I only have God of War, Castlevania and Dissidia. Castlevania is worth it if only for Symphony of the Night (though you have to unlock it, but it's not hard). The game is $10 now. Dissidia is cool, but weird. I haven't gotten used to the game yet. The character models are pretty, but the backgrounds are sparse and the camera is frustrating at times. Sephiroth has pimp slapped me several times just because I couldn't see where I was going.

If you're into RPGs, the Star Ocean remakes look good. I've been meaning to pick them up since the original never made it overseas and the 2nd one is impossible to find. Anyway, I'm glad you didn't get a PSP Go. It's lame.

[D_Average]

Yeah, the PSPgo is an inferior system unless you're running out of things to spend money on and only care about new releases.  Take SSX Tour for example, I just picked it up used for 10 dollars.  Its supposed to be the best snowboarding handheld game ever, yet if you have the Go, you can't buy it yet, even though it came out in 2005.  WTF?

Good call on Castlevania, I'll have to check that out.

[BranDonk Kong]

Burnout Dominator is the best game I've played on PSP. If you have any decent pair of headphones and have this game, you can really get into it. The sounds is absolutely amazing (not the soundtrack, though you can remove "Trax" you don't like).

[D_Average]

Did you like it more than Burnout Legends?

[Ymeegod]

Try Lumines and LocoRoco for that weird Japanese games :0/

As for space shooters are you talking about Wing Commander type of gameplay (3D) or more of a 2D old school gameplay like Gradius?  IF you're looking for 3D they you're mostly out of luck though there are some homebrew games but you're have to ask someone else since I don't play any of them.

Sad,
X-wing series
Decent
Wing Commander
Rogue Sqaudron
Pilot Wings
Crimson Skies

ALL DEAD--That's It I need to KILL someone!--I start with EA. 

[Halbred]

I'll be the first to admit that the PSP's library blows, but there games I DO like, I like a lot. Here's my library and commentary for each game.

Castlevania: Dracula X Chronicles
Absolutely incredible game. If has the remade Rondo of Blood, the original Rondo of Blood, and Symphony of the Night all in one cheap package. If you like Castlevania, this is required playing. You might think that the modern Castlevania games cannibalize assets from Symphony, but you might not know that Symphony itself steals assets from Rondo of Blood. The Rondo games are hard as hell, but they're so freaking worth it.

Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X
If you like the MMX games, this is basically the REmake. It's very short, but graphically wonderful. The voice acting is either spot-on or horrible (as usual). Plus, once you beat the main game, you can play as Vile, which offers a completely different gameplay experience.

Mega Man Powered UP!
This is a remake of the original NES Mega Man. It offers a staggering amount of content, since you can play as all of the Robot Masters on all the difficulties...through the whole game. And then, even better, there's a level editor with tons of free downloadable content and a mission mode. The gameplay is awesome besides. Might be tough to find, but definately worth a purchase.

Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops
If you like MGS, this is a worthy entry in the franchise. Plays differently than the console games, but in a good way. Built to be played in short bursts. Justifies the existance of Peace Walker. Do NOT buy the re-release (Portable Ops Plus). The original is far better.

Patapon
I LOVE PATAPON.

Patapon 2
I HAVE MIXED FEELINGS ABOUT PATAPON 2. It's the same game, in many ways, but in other ways, very different. The Hero offers unique gameplay, and the evolution tree is nice, but too often required, and demands additional resource mining beyond what the original game did. If pressed, I would say that the first game is better in that the experience is more streamlined. However, if you like the first one, the second one "takes it up a notch."

God of War: Chains of Olympus
In many (many) ways, this is better than God of War 2. The magic system is more streamlined, the combat is more varied, and the secondary weapon is actually useful. The story isn't as...relevant to Kratos' character, and in fact, forces an awkward inconsistency in regards to God of War 2's script (how many times has our boy escaped Hades again?). The gameplay is second to none, though, and I'm shocked that Sony isn't including it in the God of War compilation (PS3). Some reviewers whined that they didn't like how dodging was handled, but I had NO complaints.

Silent Hill: Origins
This game offers an experience that's basically similar to SH2. A lot of people didn't like it, but I my feeling is this: it's a PS2-calibur Silent Hill game. Nothing more, nothing less. Besides, it offers a unique take on the series' mythos. The final "level," though, is a little too long.

Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters
Like Origins, Size Matters is a PS2-calibur R&C game. Technically impressive, and contains all the tropes of a normal R&C outing. The hoverboard courses are a little iffy, but it's a minor complaint. The storyline is all over the place, and there's not enough Quark, even though the game leverages that big galoof early on.

LocoRoco 2
BUY THIS GAME.

[BranDonk Kong]

I don't remember if I played Burnout Legends or not, but Burnout Dominator is awesome.

[D_Average]

Nice, thanks for all the suggestions!  I think, if Gamestop does have the buy 2 get 1 free sale on used games this weekend, I'll pick up Patapon, Locoroco 2 and God of War.  That should hold me over for now.

And I'd highly recommend SSX Tour if you see it.  I've played tons of snowboarding games, and this one is right up there!  Shawn White on the PS3 was a real disappointment.  SSX is where its at, and SSX Blur for the Wii is another great cheap game if you spot it.

As far as space shooters, I like the old school ones, like Space Invaders Extreme.

Anyone try Madden or any of the other football games on the PSP?  Any good?