Best of 2007: PS3

Navneet Prakash, Dec 27, 2007 1629 hrs IST

Here's a list of some games that set fire to the PS3 this year

EXPERT REVIEW

PlayStation 3 (PS3) is the undisputed bad boy of the console generation -- the hefty price tag, the frame-rate issues with some games, and above all, the availability of much cheaper options in the market. But hate or flame it, you just can't ignore it. I'm sure many wished for the PS3 from Santa this year as well (I know I did!), but Christmas is over and still no PS3 for most of us. Well, the least I can do is list some of the best games on the PS3 for 2007. The list does not include COD 4, Assassins Creed, Orange Box, because I've mentioned those games in the previous lists under games for PC and Xbox 360. Nevertheless, these have been great on the Sony console.

Heavenly Sword

I know, the game is very short and can be completed in just over 6 hours, but this time-span only makes it feel like a brilliantly produced movie. The voice acting, the high production values, and the jaw dropping visuals are all just a small fraction of Heavenly Sword; the plot, the deep gameplay, and the Kai (motion) levels are its real strength. If you haven't played the game so far, you've been missing on something special.

Dirt

Colin McRae's Dirt is a great game and among the very few that has a better frame rate on the PS3. The game looks amazing and plays very smooth; everything from the load menus to the car design is impressive. The game is great fun in the multiplayer mode as well as in the solo campaign, although it can be quite difficult at times.

This game is a must-have in your collection, even if you aren't a big racing fan. Sadly, the series has come to an end with the unfortunate accident and death of Colin McRae.

USER COMMENTS

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by gaurav singhal, hapur, on Dec 29, 2007 01:45 PM, Report abuse Reply

Santa did shine on me and i won PS3 in a contest.The cost of games right now is steep(Rs.2700), Blu-ray..hmmm.Please somebody mod it!!!.decent review.Looks you were influenced by the internet than personal experience.Tho must say you have put it together quite well.Missed some big names like rock star and others.

by sachinrao, mumbai, on Dec 29, 2007 10:04 AM, Report abuse Reply

If you havnt played WARHAWK lately since the last two updates everyone is missing out on the best game in the WORLD.

by Brian, Omaha, on Dec 28, 2007 12:57 AM, Report abuse Reply

i agree whole-heartedly!! I played it for 3 hours on wednesday, because i got the new ps-eye and it replaces the headset.very badass!!!

by airbo, lake havasu city, on Dec 28, 2007 09:09 PM, Report abuse

since when was Warhawk cut short due to budget restrictions? i thought that it was the single player mode sucked compared to the multiplayer

by Ben, nz, on Dec 28, 2007 02:00 AM, Report abuse Reply

it was cut short due to budget.....

by ikno, ikno, on Dec 28, 2007 11:57 AM, Report abuse

warhawk single player was not cut short because of the lack of budget, incognito had development problems which led them to scrap the single player and concentrate on the multiplayer only. sony are the last guys who'll cut short on development budgets, their internal games are some of the costliest games in production currently, warhawk didnt cost them evem 1/3 of what a lair or heavenly sword costed.

by Anonymous, mumbai, on Dec 28, 2007 01:13 PM, Report abuse

"I know, the game is very short and can be completed in just over 6 hours". Well dude, this line is giving impression that u r afraid of expressing ur views as u'll be thrashed by ppl. Where the hell is need to use "i know this flaw.....but still i wuld express my view"? U put ur point frankly, its upon others who may or may not criticize u. Be cool man. It was an excellent series and expect a lot frm u.

by xxx, xxx, on Dec 28, 2007 11:41 AM, Report abuse Reply

PS3 never had framerate issues just the bad ports. I can so much more with the PS3 than with the restrictive XBOX.

by Brian, Omaha, on Dec 28, 2007 12:59 AM, Report abuse Reply

Just got my PS3. Don't forget about Blu Ray, Upconverting DVD capabilities and Internet Browsing features! oh and I can't forget: Playstation Network is FREE! ps. ATV vs. MX Untamed is also very good. :)

by Anonymous, sa, on Dec 27, 2007 09:57 PM, Report abuse Reply

The only time the PS3 had frame rate issue was only when the LAZY developers ported games.

by ASSASSIN, rocky rocky, on Dec 27, 2007 07:49 PM, Report abuse Reply