If you happen to own the original Sony PSP then you’re in luck because we bring you some of the golden games that you can play on your PSP. These are must have games so if you haven’t played them already then you should definitely pick them up and give them a try. Don’t worry if you don’t own a PSP because you can also play these games on your PC or Android. Check out our best emulators for android or best emulators for PC lists to download the PSP emulator on your device of choice. Below are the 18 best PSP games that you should play before you throw your handheld away.
2. GTA: Chinatown Wars
What is it? Open-World, Sandbox.
Why you should try it: One of the most famous and polished Roleplaying game out there for the PSP. Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable is an RPG that you would fall in love with. The characters, the storyline, and the gameplay is perfect and sucks you right into the game. The all new female protagonist in the game gives you a whole new and fresh perspective and the character development in the game is just flawless. If you are a fan of Final Fantasy-esque gameplay then Persona 3 Portable is a completely revamped version of FF mechanics. This game includes content from both the original Persona 2 and Persona 3 games from the PlayStation 2 which makes it a superior version that you can play on the go.
6. Tekken: Dark Resurrection
What is it? Racing.
Why you should try it: The classic role-playing hit from the original PlayStation had finally made its way onto the PSP quite a while back. This is one of the most cherished game in the series that follows the adventures of Cloud and his resistance group that are going up against the evil Shinra corporation. Help your party fight off the evil that is trying to rule the world and fight old nemesis in epic turn-based battles that define the Final Fantasy series. You are the only thing between the world and the evil mastermind, use your skills and tactics to defeat the evil and its allies, and bring peace to the world.
11. Monster Hunter Freedom
What is it? Fighting.
Why you should try it: Remember Metal Slug? The famous side-scrolling shooting action game that was the real deal in all the arcades back in the day? If not then you need to play this game immediately because it’s one of the best games you’ll ever play. Metal Slug Anthology on PSP brings all the 6 games of the series to your handheld so you can experience the greatness with just one game. This anthology includes Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 4, and Metal Slug 5. It doesn’t matter if you have played it or not, you should definitely get this on your PSP because it offers an exciting gameplay experience. Team up with your friends via ad hoc and wreck some evil aliens with your heavy machine guns.
16. PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe
What is it? Shooter
Why you should try it: If you’re looking for a great racing game for your PSP, you should take a look at Burnout Legends – a great racing game from the Burnout franchise which brings content from the first three Burnout games to the handheld console. The game features 9 different game modes, including World Tour, Race, eliminator, Face-Off, Time Attack, Burning Lap, Road Rage, Pursuit, and Crash, offering players a variety of different races which they can choose as per their preference. With a roster of 95 cars, spread across various classes, Burnout Legends is a must try for any PSP owner who likes racing games.
