PlayStation Memories: The 10 Greatest Games in PlayStation History

The first PlayStation was released on December 3, 1994. Since then, Sony has continued to release many consoles with some of the greatest games of all time.

During that time, some of the most popular titles on any PlayStation system have been arcade games.

Whether it’s an accurate comparison to famous athletes or action game titles, many games have left their mark on gamers and the history of video games in general.

In honor of Sony announcing the 30th anniversary collection of the PlayStation, let’s take a look at the video games that made the PlayStation console feel even more special.

10. Skate (PS3, 2007)

For the longest time, skateboarding video games have been built around clicking buttons and trying to collect as many points as possible in a limited amount of time. This changed with Skate.

Instead of pressing buttons for as many points as possible, tricks were done by twisting the analog sticks. Because of this, a simple 360 ​​Shove can feel as satisfying as a 1,000,000-point combo.

However Skate wasn’t a PlayStation exclusive, it was still a must-have title if you owned a PS3.

9. WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2006 (PS2/PSP, 2005)

Since playing video games has become a form of sports entertainment, it seems only fitting that a WWE game joins this list. Although many fans will point WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain is a PlayStation exclusive title, Smack down! vs. Raw 2006 marks a significant turning point in WWE video game history.

This game was not only the first full-fledged wrestling game on the PSP, but it also introduced the series’ GM mode, which is one of the funnest features of any WWE video game. Additionally, this was the first time the Create-An-Entrance feature was introduced.

8. Hot Shots Golf 3 (PS2, 2001)

Known as All Golfers in Japan, the Hot Shots Golf series has added an animated aesthetic to the sometimes snobbish game of golf. But beneath the characters was a deeper golf analogy Tiger Woods PGA Tour embarrassing.

This came true Hot Shots Golf 3. Although it didn’t enjoy unlockable characters like Sweet Tooth from Twisted Metal or Ratchet from Ratchet & Clank, Hot Shots Golf 3 it was the perfect balance between madness and quality golf.

7. ESPN NFL 2K5 (PS2, 2004)

Believe it or not, there was a time when there were football games other than Madden. And while the ESPN NFL 2K series didn’t sell as well as its more popular counterpart, it left it in the dust when it came to gameplay.

ESPN NFL 2K5 it was the culmination of this, gaining universal acclaim and becoming one of America’s top-rated soccer games. With better production and a new first-person mode, people still have hope that the franchise will make a comeback in some way. However, with Madden and the NFL’s discretion, that remains the case.

6. Burnout 3: Takedown (PS2, 2004, Exclusive in Japan)

Combining classic racing with the destructive nature of Twisted Metal, Burned by 3: Lowering set itself apart from the rest of the racing franchises by making crashing an integral part of the game rather than something you wanted to avoid.

Players can use Takedown to eliminate opponents and give them an advantage in the race. In addition, there were two modes built around destruction: Rage Road and Crash Mode, where you would try and cause as much damage as possible.

5. SSX Tricky (PS2, 2001)

Some of the best games of the PS2 era come from EA Sports BIG. These were arcade games that favored style and fun gameplay over accurate simulation.

Although it was not the first game published by the studio, Amazing SSX set the tone. With colorful visuals and an amazing soundtrack, Amazing SSX it captured the imagination of gamers and refused to let go, making it one of the best skiing games ever made.

4. Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec (PS2, 2001)

The best-selling series on the PlayStation system isn’t Final Fantasy, God of War, or Grand Theft Auto. Instead, that honor belongs to Gran Turismo, with over 90 million units sold.

While the series continues to release titles until 2022, the best version arrived in 2001 on PS2. With more emphasis on visuals and precise control, Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec it marked an important turning point for that generation of consoles and the sim racing genre as a whole.

3. NBA Street Vol. 2 (PS2, 2003, Japan Exclusive)

Also published under the EA Sports BIG label, NBA Street Vol. 2 he took everything that worked in the first game and improved it. A style that highlights and moves better than the basics, just like any good 3-on-3 streetball game.

It was also exciting to play with current NBA players as well as legends like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Plus, you can face a team of Michael Jordans, one of the toughest prospects in video game basketball history.

2. Rocket League (PS4, 2015)

Sometimes, the best ideas are the simplest. People love cars, people love football. Why not combine them? Add vivid graphics and a fun strategy system, and you have one of the most popular games ever made.

Easy to take and hard to know, Team Rocket it combines the excitement of racing and football into one amazing package. The game is perfect for both casual audiences and professional eSports athletes.

1. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater (PS1, 1999)

Trying to decide the best Tony Hawk game is a difficult task, and many titles rank as the most reviewed games on whatever system they appear on.

In the end, the honor had to go to the forward. However Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2 and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 complete form and Tony Hawk’s Underground had an incredibly compelling story, nothing to match the cultural impact left by the first game in the series.

If you want to have the first two games with modern graphics and systems, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 it’s a great choice.

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