Sony has made a good effort to remaster some of its best games from the PS3 generation, including The last of us and unknown suffrage There are many third-party examples, such as various ports The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim has received
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While many PS3 exclusives and third-party games are now playable on other systems, there are many still languishing on older hardware. In honor of the announcement of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Finally getting a remaster and leaving the PS3, here are some other first-party and third-party games that fans might want to get the same treatment.
Killzone 2
When the Helghast is knocked down
Killzone 2
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February 26, 2009
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Killzone 2 The game became infamous during the PS3 era thanks to a trailer that no one believed could run natively on the hardware. As it turns out, this was a mix of truth and lies as the game didn't look as good as the trailers, but it was still an impressive shooter. The gunplay was heavier than most shooters at the time, but this weight held steady on the target a little better than most.
The most iconic thing about Killzone Franchise are enemy Helghast soldiers wearing masks with glowing orange eyes, and seeing those eyes in high definition will be uncomfortable but worth it. After PS4, Guerrilla Games went on to create the Horizon franchise, but it would be great to see the original trilogy remastered on PS5, as the platform lacks many specialized first-person shooters.
Resistance 2
A Midwest Invasion
Resistance 2
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November 4, 2008
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M For Mature 17+ // Blood and gore, intense violence, strong language
The Resistance The franchise is another great example of an exclusive first-person shooter series that premiered on the PS3. It would be exciting to play the entire trilogy again in a remastered collection, but if fans had to pick one to remaster, this would be it. Resistance 2. This sequel moved the war effort from Europe to the American Midwest, where the alien chimera successfully invaded.
Fighting aliens in the backyard brought a creepy familiarity to the shooter franchise. Also, there were some iconic moments where the sense of scale was done incredibly well, like fighting a kaiju-sized chimera on a rooftop. Insomniac Games is doing a great job with Marvel properties, but don't forget about them Resistance either
Approaching Pixar
Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction Another game from Insomniac Games, and it was the first Ratchet and clank Games, many, to hit the PS3. It didn't dramatically differentiate itself from its PS2 counterparts, but the visuals were a huge improvement, and the lack of major innovations was actually comforting.
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Fans got to experience better platforming in larger worlds, and weapons were more sophisticated, allowing Insomniac Games to experiment more with particle effects. There were only six originals Ratchet and clank Games on the PS3, not counting the PS2 remastered collection, so Sony has many options for what to remaster.
LittleBigPlanet 2
A creative platformer
LittleBigPlanet 2 It was a big step up from the previous game, expanding the toolset beyond 2D platforming levels to allow players to create their own content. Players could also create other mini-games like racing or RPGs, as well as collaborative crossovers that were wild, from DC superhero costumes to Final Fantasy 7 costumes.
The creative tools were great, but the original campaign was also inventive and full of whimsy. With four-player co-op and multiple costumes, each player could present their own style, and it would be great for Sony to revisit the franchise, which was huge in the PS3 era.
Notorious 2
Down in the Bayou
Notorious 2 It took place in a mock New Orleans-inspired area called New Marais. The game still starred Cole McGrath, who received electric powers in the first game. This original superhero game from Sucker Punch increased the amount of powers, improved air attacks, and improved movement overall.
There aren't many games that even take place in the bayou, so it's a more attractive setting than the full urban environment of the original. Getting both infamous Games, from Vampire Standalone Games Notorious 2, inFAMOUS: Feast of BloodThe PS5 will be a treat.
Dead Space 2
Eye trauma
Dead Space 2 One of the many third-party titles that would also be great to see remastered. Currently, Xbox owners can play it through backwards compatibility, and the game also exists on Steam, but there's no easy way for PS5 owners to buy the game and play it natively.
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When the first game was remade in 2023, there was hope Dead Space 2 There will also be a remake, but it didn't sell as well as EA had hoped, it seems now dead space has been retired as a franchise. It's a shame because this sequel is a top-notch horror game with wild enemies, massive weapons and inventive ways to use space as a concept.
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Race in movies
division/sec One of the best racing games ever made, it was like racing on a movie set. As players race, they can trigger effects in the background to change the environment and distract other racers, such as blowing up a building.
It might not be as fun as throwing Koopa Shells at players like in A Mario Kart The playful, yet explosive set designs were charming and helped set the scene division/sec Apart from other racing games at the time. like Dead Space 2Xbox and Steam players can easily buy and download this game, so PS5 owners should have that opportunity as well.
Prince of Persia (2008)
Ubisoft's Nathan Drake
Prince of Persia There was a reboot in 2008, to be a more linear adventure that was also much easier, as it was harder to die while platforming. The game also took on a new cel-shaded look, and the prince was voiced by Nolan North, so there was that, of course. unknown Get a feel for the game that PS3 fans admired at the time.
The game can be played on Xbox consoles, but with only one disc, while Steam users have full access. Prince of Persia Compared to both PlayStation and Xbox consoles. With a remaster, maybe Sony can get the upper hand for once.
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