• Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 27, 2008
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  1. James
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    Ah fanboys, trust them to provide an objective score for a game... NOT 6.2 wtf?? I really rate this game about a 93 but I'm giving it a 10 to try even out the odds a little. Go back to playing XBOX and stop rating games you can't even play...
  2. JacksonK.
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    Why does this have a score of 6.2? Once of the most original games I've ever played as well as one of the best ones. Should be at least a 9.3
  3. CliffL.
    Oct 25, 2008
    1
    Wow it is like the single player mode from smash brothers on the GC - what is the point in 2008? i wanna play games that have nice graphics and new gamplay - or massive guns and chainsaws.
  4. SteveD
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    Awesome game. Best platformer ive played in a LONG time. The online community makes this game have endless replay value.
  5. ShelbyS.
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    Wow! This game blows my mind! The most fun I've had since Kingdom Hearts back on PS2!!! I had extremely high expectations and this game went far beyond them! I wasnt even expecting me to be this excited and to have as much fun as i have been. My only gripe is that it doesnt upscale to 1080i, i have a TV that only supports 1080i so instead LBP is forced to downgrade to 480i. Im sure Wow! This game blows my mind! The most fun I've had since Kingdom Hearts back on PS2!!! I had extremely high expectations and this game went far beyond them! I wasnt even expecting me to be this excited and to have as much fun as i have been. My only gripe is that it doesnt upscale to 1080i, i have a TV that only supports 1080i so instead LBP is forced to downgrade to 480i. Im sure that an update will fix this in the future though!!! Otherwise just plain phenomenal Expand
  6. TD.
    Oct 25, 2008
    0
    This game is the absolutely the dumbest idea ever. Besides the 10% of gamers who actually have the time to waste to create levels, no one will play this game. All it is, is a stupid old washed up platformer! This game blows!!!
  7. JoeSchmoe
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    IMO, the BETA of this game deserves a 10, based solely on the nearly infinite scope that the UGC tools gives the gaming community. The controls take some getting used to, but they are solid. The only other gripe that I have is the 2.5-D perspective can lead to somewhat confusing situations in some of the user-made levels. You will try to jump to a platform in the background only to land IMO, the BETA of this game deserves a 10, based solely on the nearly infinite scope that the UGC tools gives the gaming community. The controls take some getting used to, but they are solid. The only other gripe that I have is the 2.5-D perspective can lead to somewhat confusing situations in some of the user-made levels. You will try to jump to a platform in the background only to land on something else in the foreground. It's a bit of a nuisance, but I can definitely overlook it as it is quite minor and the pros in this game majorly overshadow this flaw. There are so many positives in this game that I could literally type for the next couple days and still only make a dent on the surface. That being said, I'll try to point out this game's brightest spots. The graphics are matched by few console games. Look no further than the details in all the various materials (sponge, wood, steel, etc.) for evidence of this. The frame rate is rock solid no matter how many objects are presented onscreen, despite all objects having high-res textures. The physics are top notch for a game - in a platform game, no less. The marriage of physics and platforming leads to a unique experience in which surrealism and reason can co-exist to breed the most realistic cutesy platformer to date (note that I also qualify Mario as a "cutesy platformer, with its smiling bullets and hammer throwing turtles). Level designs are limited only by the imagination. Friends, or strangers, can come together for hours and hours of endless fun in online-coop. Just think how cool it would be to have literally thousands of levels to choose from to play online with your buddies. Well, it's GONNA happen as soon as LBP hits the shelves in late October. It would be an understatement to say that this game is great, relative to ALL upper tier games...yes, including even the NES and SNES classics. Heck, it might even be an understatement to say that it is unsurpassed! Quite honestly, if Grand Theft Auto IV deserved all the 10's that it received, then, IMO, LBP is easily a 12. However, being that the score is out of 10....well then, 10 it is. Expand
  8. BoyGeorge
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    Seriously the best game I've ever played. Great platforming elements, but what is really cool is the level creator, with near endless possibilities, this game will be a medium for the creative minds. The world is leveled (well at least for those with a ps3 and this game), and no longer shall geography separate the bright minds from each other. This game is totally amazing.
  9. EB
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    This game is awesome! Too bad we have a bunch of bitches giving this game a low score. You guys need to grow up, seriously. Because the game got pushed back a week you are giving it a bad score? Come on. I repeat you guys are bitches, to whom ever gave it a bad score to pull the rating down. Same goes for GOW2.
  10. DmytrykD.
    Oct 25, 2008
    4
    Slick all through but that's not saying much since there is so little gameplay unless you take about a weeks work of building level only to see yourself play through your own penbox. Except there's little fun to be had since you build it.
  11. MaciejB.
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    This is the most exciting platformer ever and the creation and sharing feature is the first true 3.0, user generated content implementation of the next gen!!! Great visuals, sound, physics, and mostly it's just plain fun and cutesy and good for the whole family!!!
  12. JonathanK
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    This game is truly amazing. It's got brilliant character and art direction, along with infinant replayability. The subject matter is such that anyone can really enjoy this title. The level editor combined with a realistic physics engine results in endless possibilities to express your creativity and share it with the entire community. This really is a revulotionary title for any This game is truly amazing. It's got brilliant character and art direction, along with infinant replayability. The subject matter is such that anyone can really enjoy this title. The level editor combined with a realistic physics engine results in endless possibilities to express your creativity and share it with the entire community. This really is a revulotionary title for any console, and is a must have if you own a PS3. Expand
  13. VladmirM.
    Oct 25, 2008
    10
    This game is fantastic. This is my opinion, and if you disagree with it than I respect that. Anyway, if you like platformers than you should enjoy this. LittleBigPlanet is a game where you can create a level, send it to a database, and also download other levels. Some are really creative and that is, in a nutshell, why I love this game.
  14. EricH.
    Oct 25, 2008
    0
    Got an early copy from Target! I can't stop playing this game, more specifically the level editor. There is so much potential and it just blows my mind how creative it lets you be. There is tons to do and create; I think this game is taking gaming in a whole new direction.
  15. MarkK.
    Oct 24, 2008
    9
    I played the beta and was immediately hooked! I don't know if I'll design my own levels, but I really loved seeing what others can do. I think this game is infinitely replayable. Some of the levels were buggy or had problems, but as people learn the game, they'll get better and better.
  16. ChrisB.
    Oct 24, 2008
    9
    Excellent side scrolling platformer! Its a must buy if you own a PS3. Its a build and share your own platforming game. You or friends create and share stages. Your able to play then with friends online and rate other user created stages you've played. Only complaint I have is dealing with the 3d'ish movement to the fore or aft of the screen can be a little annoying.
  17. TylerD.
    Oct 24, 2008
    2
    This game I found to be really disappointing, the actual game play is horrible, if you are into the whole make your own levels then this is cool but if you just want to sit down and play this game is pretty mediocre. You'd be better off buying Viva Pinata, now that's a good game.
  18. MarkyMark
    Oct 24, 2008
    0
    The game is a bit too much childish. All you do is create scrolling level and not fully 3-d and on top of that, the controls for the charcater is floaty. Don not buy this lame level creator, buy a true game creator for your PC to actually create something worth playing.
  19. RyanA.
    Oct 24, 2008
    0
    See those older 5-star reviews from 2007 (one year before the game was released)? Well, they had a reason to be excited. LBP was supposed to be a revolutionary experience. Fast forward two years and here we have the finished product, ready to be installed on our hard drives. First of all, the game incorporates a draconian DRM system that requires you to activate over the internet, and See those older 5-star reviews from 2007 (one year before the game was released)? Well, they had a reason to be excited. LBP was supposed to be a revolutionary experience. Fast forward two years and here we have the finished product, ready to be installed on our hard drives. First of all, the game incorporates a draconian DRM system that requires you to activate over the internet, and limits you to a grand total of 3 activations. If you reach that limit, then you'll have to call Sony in order to add one extra activation. That's not as simple as it sounds, since when you reach that point Sony will assume that you, the paying customer, are a filthy pirating thief. You will need to provide proof of purchase, reasons why the limit was reached, etc, etc (it has all happened before with another recent Sony product, Home). Sony, of course, is not obligated to grant you that extra activation or even provide that service. In a couple of years they might very well even shut down the general activation servers, because "it's not financially feasible" to keep them running. What you will be left with is a nice, colorful $50 coaster. And you will be required to pay for another copy/license if you want to continue playing. This basically means that you are actually RENTING the game, instead of owning it. The game WILL stop to function in the future. That's inevitable, because even if Sony keeps the activation servers going, there IS going to be a time when Sony will simply cease to exist because of financial issues or federal laws (like most businesses eventually do). Second, the game was dumbed down to oblivion. Stickers don'tt even matter anymore. For example, you can add as many stickers to a creature as you want, but the multi-sticker creature won't be any faster than a single-sticker one with higher leg stats. This gameplay element makes "creating" your creatures entirely pointless (cosmetic only, because everything is based on stats), and brings you about the same amount of excitement as dressing up a sack doll. Metal Gear Solid 4 was a disappointment, I'm selling my PS3 one ebay to pay for a gaming PC. Expand
  20. AnonymousMC
    Oct 24, 2008
    10
    I was in the beta and even though I don't care much for LBP I was blown away when I saw that this game has something that games have been missing for a long time and that is genuine innocence.I'm glad that most of the reviewers caught this while reviewing the game.
  21. INggaSaproona
    Oct 24, 2008
    10
    This is by far one of the most creative if the not the MOST CREATIVE game ive played all my life. ONe game that would definitely set the ps3 apart from the other consoles. Although it is arguably the Best Game for the Ps3, one can say that it is the best reason to buy one.
  22. SethC.
    Oct 24, 2008
    0
    My local store broke street date so I got a copy of this game. It is boring. Essentially it's just a 2D scroller with a level editor. OK. Haven't I played a 2D scroller with a level editor before? Oh yeah, it was called Excitebike and it was for the original Nintendo system. Maybe these critics never played 2D scrollers but there was a big reason even Mario went 3d. The gameplay My local store broke street date so I got a copy of this game. It is boring. Essentially it's just a 2D scroller with a level editor. OK. Haven't I played a 2D scroller with a level editor before? Oh yeah, it was called Excitebike and it was for the original Nintendo system. Maybe these critics never played 2D scrollers but there was a big reason even Mario went 3d. The gameplay is simple to the point of idiocy....jump, run, jump, collect stuff, jump again, ad naseum. don't believe the hype for this game. Expand
  23. RickS.
    Oct 23, 2008
    0
    Having been testing the game for the last month or so i have to say im disapointed. Being a game tested i do not normally comment on games as i go through so many in the year but this one was especially poor, very unoriginial game play and long long load times. Menus were difficult to get around and the game lacked any kind of luster. My suggestion is to buy an xbox360.
  24. FrankieM.
    Oct 23, 2008
    0
    I was so excited for this game before the release. REALLY EXCITED, but when I bought it I knew the game was extremely over hyped. The game had clunky controls, my PS3 could barely play it because it lagged alot, the music sucked, and it crashed a couple times. I cannot believe I actually bought this shit, dont buy it, just save your money for a good game.
  25. DavidD.
    Oct 23, 2008
    0
    The game sucks, its too hard to make own levels and campaign is over in less than 10 hours. Very basic platforming. This game should have been made in the Snes era becuz its features fall in that context.
  26. LeeB.
    Oct 23, 2008
    9
    Very good game. The story mode is more for killing time when you have nothing to do and the creation mode is where the fun is at. You must do some off the story mode to unlock the creation and to get more things for your levels but the story mode is not that bad at all. Only thing I dock for was the control. Im just so use to the nes/snes 2d plane controls(donkey kong country, SMB3, Very good game. The story mode is more for killing time when you have nothing to do and the creation mode is where the fun is at. You must do some off the story mode to unlock the creation and to get more things for your levels but the story mode is not that bad at all. Only thing I dock for was the control. Im just so use to the nes/snes 2d plane controls(donkey kong country, SMB3, ext...). It does take a while to get use to but once you get it down there is no problem. Expand
  27. PaulM.
    Oct 23, 2008
    10
    Flat out fun. rusty, sure. short, oh yes. but undeniably fun as hell. especially with a friend or significant other. the Wife Approval Factor of LBP is perhaps the highest of any console game since Wii Sports. and all this is without ever having taken the game online.
  28. AndrewR.
    Oct 23, 2008
    0
    I am very disapointed with LBP. I was in the beta and was impressed with the detail of the visuals. Thats it. It was kind of fun to play but very repetative. Also very offensive to some americans. I played one level where I flew a plane into the world trade center and onother where I had to escape off the top of the wtc building only to find every escape led to certain death. Because of I am very disapointed with LBP. I was in the beta and was impressed with the detail of the visuals. Thats it. It was kind of fun to play but very repetative. Also very offensive to some americans. I played one level where I flew a plane into the world trade center and onother where I had to escape off the top of the wtc building only to find every escape led to certain death. Because of these levels I have to vote the game 0/10 because of the recall over "offensive quran quotes". Even though I was excited to play originally I have canceled my preorder and I will be stayin clear of this game whos with me? Expand
  29. HarryJ.
    Oct 23, 2008
    1
    The first time you play it or see it, it impress a lot, the "infinite posibilities", but thats all. It gets really boring if we assume that everybody is not a born level creator, without the level creator it sucks. the game is pretty, but i dont think it deserves a perfect score.
  30. JackJ.
    Oct 23, 2008
    0
    A huge disappointment in my imo, and what happens? Everybody on the web posts a review of at least a score of 8 just because everybody else reviewed this game good. This is just like MGS4 (which was a great game), it also happened with Haze, if IGN gave the game a good rating, everybody else whould have kissed up to them.
  31. john
    Oct 23, 2008
    8
    We rented this from the 94 video store in Rowland Heights. The offensive song actually sounds very cute and we didn't know what the lyrics were, so it didn't matter. It's fun with four people, but play time should be limited because you will get sick of dying randomly. There are moving objects or creatures with spikes and they don't kill you every time, but it throws We rented this from the 94 video store in Rowland Heights. The offensive song actually sounds very cute and we didn't know what the lyrics were, so it didn't matter. It's fun with four people, but play time should be limited because you will get sick of dying randomly. There are moving objects or creatures with spikes and they don't kill you every time, but it throws off your timing. It's not 6.3 bad. Expand
  32. GabrielM.
    Oct 23, 2008
    10
    Have not got chance to play full game yet, but BETA was Great. Main problem i have is people use way to many dang rocket cars! and the layers are annoying when trying top jump sometimes! other than that game is great!
  33. EDWARDG
    Oct 23, 2008
    10
    I played the BETA of this game and if it were released the way it was it would get a 10 out of 10 from me. The game is amazing and has unlimited potential. As a father who games, with kids who game, this is the perfect platform for us to enjoy together. Thank you MediaMolecule.
  34. AnonymousMC
    Oct 23, 2008
    10
    the beta was great, the gameplay and the ease of use when creating is spectacular. I alos like the customization you can do with sackboy, the pirate outfits and such. I can't wait to use my god of war skin on sackboy. I especially like that you can share things with other people, and you can past stickers on your sackboy just like you can in any level. I'm also anxious to seethe beta was great, the gameplay and the ease of use when creating is spectacular. I alos like the customization you can do with sackboy, the pirate outfits and such. I can't wait to use my god of war skin on sackboy. I especially like that you can share things with other people, and you can past stickers on your sackboy just like you can in any level. I'm also anxious to see what other full costumes will become available after its release next week. The animations that you do with the l2 and r2 buttons in conjunction with the joysticks is also real fun, along with the facial animations you can do with the d-pad. Expand
  35. AaronO.
    Oct 23, 2008
    10
    Best RPG ever!!!!!
  36. ChrisC.
    Oct 22, 2008
    10
    Amazingly fun game. Creation is very deep and will let you do almost anything you can imagine if you spend the time. Online in the beta was really well thought out and it seems the final version will be the same. The only bad thing about it is the delay, which fortunately I got around.
  37. TomJ.
    Oct 22, 2008
    3
    Good game if you want to make levels within a confined environment. garbage if you just want to play a game. the 50 included levels offer no continuity, even mario and sonic back in the day had a small underlying story. i think this game is great for casuals, but overall its a step backwards in gaming.
  38. BrandonC
    Oct 22, 2008
    10
    wow a 6 for a user rating.Definitely the work of fanboys.2000 votes and its not even released.Yea,Xbox fanboys must be shitting their pants if their gonna rate LBP that way.Don't worry,this is only your second loss.Socom was your first,wait till Resistance2 owns your beloved Gears series.Then we'll see the scores you give that.
  39. EdA.
    Oct 22, 2008
    10
    Dang. This game is so amazingly fun and brilliant in ways that NO OTHER games have seen. Its nice to see something so new, so fresh, so fun breathe life into a cookie cutter game industry. The Beta alone is better than anything I have played in the this entire generation on PS3 and 360. I understand the hatred and jealousy that the 360 Fanboys have toward LittleBigPlanet. I was furious Dang. This game is so amazingly fun and brilliant in ways that NO OTHER games have seen. Its nice to see something so new, so fresh, so fun breathe life into a cookie cutter game industry. The Beta alone is better than anything I have played in the this entire generation on PS3 and 360. I understand the hatred and jealousy that the 360 Fanboys have toward LittleBigPlanet. I was furious when Sony pushed back LBP! Only difference is that I will have it next week while you douche bags angrily hit 1 on rating button because this is NEVER coming to the 360. Have fun crying me a river u losers. Expand
  40. GordonJ.
    Oct 22, 2008
    0
    I managed to get one of the 'recalled' games. The physics is terrible. You can barely jump. Since this game is basically a platformer, and the jumping is nearly broken, I am extremely disappointed. They say they are working on a patch, well great, I've already played the game. Thanks a whole bunch.
  41. SonyDefenseForce
    Oct 21, 2008
    0
    This is a terrible little kiddie game that should have been on a little kiddie system like the wii. PS3 owners should be embarrassed that this steaming pile of donkey doo is on their system. The graphics are horrible, the controls are ridiculously bad, and the game is not one ounce of fun. I would hardly call it a game. Do not touch LittleBigPlanet with a ten foot pole, it is infected This is a terrible little kiddie game that should have been on a little kiddie system like the wii. PS3 owners should be embarrassed that this steaming pile of donkey doo is on their system. The graphics are horrible, the controls are ridiculously bad, and the game is not one ounce of fun. I would hardly call it a game. Do not touch LittleBigPlanet with a ten foot pole, it is infected with the disgusting Sony disease. After playing this game I wanted to kill myself. Expand
  42. KyleT.
    Oct 21, 2008
    10
    I assume those who rated this badly are either connoisseurs of solely the FPS and sports game genres, or anti PS3 fanboys. Even only having a small taste of the Beta of LittleBigPlanet, I can honestly say that it will be one of my favorite games this year. Even with the meager 4 levels given in the beta, I played constantly due to the plethora of incredible user created levels as well as I assume those who rated this badly are either connoisseurs of solely the FPS and sports game genres, or anti PS3 fanboys. Even only having a small taste of the Beta of LittleBigPlanet, I can honestly say that it will be one of my favorite games this year. Even with the meager 4 levels given in the beta, I played constantly due to the plethora of incredible user created levels as well as the fun of making levels myself. My wife loves it, I love it, all of my friends have loved it. I can picture playing this for a while. Expand
  43. michaeldunnigan
    Oct 21, 2008
    10
    i played the beta and i have to say it was amazing. this game uses all of the features that are available on the ps3, including the motion controls and playstatioin eye camera. it was also so much fun to play the story mode and the online mode. the user-created levels are simply fabulous.
  44. SamuelM.
    Oct 19, 2008
    10
    I HAVE played this game (the beta at least). And I can say that it is truly everything I had hoped for and had been looking forward to for the last year and a half. I can say that this game is the first truly endless game that I have ever owned. I can picture myself 20 years from now playing the same ratty old copy of this game on my PS5-and still having a fresh new experience. Other I HAVE played this game (the beta at least). And I can say that it is truly everything I had hoped for and had been looking forward to for the last year and a half. I can say that this game is the first truly endless game that I have ever owned. I can picture myself 20 years from now playing the same ratty old copy of this game on my PS5-and still having a fresh new experience. Other games may come and go, but this is an instant classic and has no reason not to last a lifetime. Expand
  45. PatrickDolan
    Oct 19, 2008
    10
    It has a couple of minor flaws, but the overall scope & vision of this game make it one of the most impressive titles on the market, and quite possibly a new classic.
    And FWIW, this is coming from a guy who rates the PS3 as the worst choice of the big three consoles, so I'm not just being a fanboy... :)
  46. Lazlo
    Oct 18, 2008
    8
    Okay, I own a 360 but I also own a PS3 and Wii so don't claim that I'm just some fanboy. I loved this game (beta) in a lot of different ways, but disliked it in a lot too. The single-player levels were decent, a little boring and lacked any real heart, but decent nonetheless. The level editor was really cool. Some of the features seemed really odd, like limiting how much stuff Okay, I own a 360 but I also own a PS3 and Wii so don't claim that I'm just some fanboy. I loved this game (beta) in a lot of different ways, but disliked it in a lot too. The single-player levels were decent, a little boring and lacked any real heart, but decent nonetheless. The level editor was really cool. Some of the features seemed really odd, like limiting how much stuff you can put on an object, and not being able to change the color of the material w/o a sticker (seriously, what the crap?) but the creator overall was a blast. The only reason I give it a lower score is because the tools for a great game do necessarily make a great game. That's like saying a pile of lumber is awesome because it could be a huge mansion, or that a blank canvas and a bucket of paint is brilliant because it has the ability to be turned into a masterpiece. No, what the players do with those tools is great, not the tools themselves. I praise Media Molecule for offering such a rich tapestry of creation tools, but those alone do not make the game for me. Can't wait to play the final copy, though. Expand
  47. JonathanC.
    Oct 18, 2008
    10
    WOW Phenomenal game!!!! I was in the beta, and that itself was amazing!!! Very easy but deep creative mode. Very good online functions. FUN gameplay!!!!! I have no idea why this game is voted so low on here, maybe just the xbots fans voting it negatively!!! ahahaha jealousy is a disease!!!
  48. SILOLauncher
    Oct 18, 2008
    1
    I don't care if the game is great and its rated highly by the critics but it certainly sucks.The gameplay is repetitive and boring.They even offended Islam.Surely this is not my type of games.
  49. NathanA.
    Oct 18, 2008
    10
    I actually HAVE played this game before, and it is very, very entertaining. The multiplayer mode is especially fun because it requires you to simultaneously fight and work with your opponents. It's an experience unlike anything from any other game. And I'm not some retro "bring back the Atari!" side-scroller Nazi, I just think this game is highly, highly entertaining. Oh, P.S., I actually HAVE played this game before, and it is very, very entertaining. The multiplayer mode is especially fun because it requires you to simultaneously fight and work with your opponents. It's an experience unlike anything from any other game. And I'm not some retro "bring back the Atari!" side-scroller Nazi, I just think this game is highly, highly entertaining. Oh, P.S., the visuals are amazing. Expand
  50. CyrilleM.
    Oct 17, 2008
    10
    I haven't played the game yet, as many of the voters here. So my rating is to adjust and balance the average rating that can only be wrong at this time. By what I heard, I'm pretty sure that the game is one of the best of the year, but I can't tell more.
  51. AidenG.
    Oct 17, 2008
    10
    After beta testing this for about a fortnight, it dawned on me that it is absolutely brilliant. There is such a vast scope for creativity, I myself, making a drivable replica of an Audi R8 (and I am not particularly good at designing things generally). Other user-made levels were outstanding: from Shadow of the Colossus parodies to remakes of Metal Gear Solid's opening sections. This After beta testing this for about a fortnight, it dawned on me that it is absolutely brilliant. There is such a vast scope for creativity, I myself, making a drivable replica of an Audi R8 (and I am not particularly good at designing things generally). Other user-made levels were outstanding: from Shadow of the Colossus parodies to remakes of Metal Gear Solid's opening sections. This game is pure class, and anyone who fails to experience such a jewel, really is missing out. Expand
  52. MartS.
    Oct 16, 2008
    10
    Surey a savior for this generation of console, LBP brings back a long-forgotten flavor to actual gaming diversity. For those who forgot over time the essence of videogames, rejoyce! Media Molecule lets everyone witness the power of today's machines handling practically endless user-end possibilities (Sackboy movements,level editing, etc...) , carefully wrapped around a timeless Surey a savior for this generation of console, LBP brings back a long-forgotten flavor to actual gaming diversity. For those who forgot over time the essence of videogames, rejoyce! Media Molecule lets everyone witness the power of today's machines handling practically endless user-end possibilities (Sackboy movements,level editing, etc...) , carefully wrapped around a timeless classic game concept: 2D SideScrolling Platformer! Distinguished, unique and simply addictive. A MUST. Expand
  53. gRANTlYNN
    Oct 16, 2008
    0
    Not fun - i have done this all before and its so fiddly - no competition and kinda sick of it already. boring for players unless youre a wannabe game designer- lame childish noises and characters with craptastic direction. A luvvies hype machine but a waste of time and money for regular consumers -
  54. MarcDoyle
    Oct 16, 2008
    7
    My advice for our faithful users is focus your attention on the Metascore for this game and not the thousands of user votes, most of which have been submitted before said users have played the game. This is a gaming community, and if people want to stuff the ballot box, there's not much I can do at this point. I When we redesign the site, this type of thing won't happen.My advice for our faithful users is focus your attention on the Metascore for this game and not the thousands of user votes, most of which have been submitted before said users have played the game. This is a gaming community, and if people want to stuff the ballot box, there's not much I can do at this point. I When we redesign the site, this type of thing won't happen. We'll post the full legitimate user reviews upon the game's release. Expand
  55. StephenS.
    Oct 16, 2008
    9
    Yes, I've only played the beta version so far, but that thing alone kept me entertained for hours. Designing your own levels is really fun as well as changing up the pre-constructed levels as you play them. The sackboys and girls have a lot of character as well as the card board cut outs you find in the game. I honestly don't understand how this game as an average of 6 coming Yes, I've only played the beta version so far, but that thing alone kept me entertained for hours. Designing your own levels is really fun as well as changing up the pre-constructed levels as you play them. The sackboys and girls have a lot of character as well as the card board cut outs you find in the game. I honestly don't understand how this game as an average of 6 coming from users. If you remember mario paint and loved it, then get this game. It's even better. Expand
  56. JB
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    Played the Beta and it was damn Awesome. Can only imagine what the full version will be like. Possibly the greatest feat in this generation of video games.
  57. DustinW.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    One of the best developed games i have ever played in my 20 years of gaming. I think the initial level designs are brilliant and the create portion of this game will keep the community alive, growing and happy.
  58. JenniferR.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    This is absolutely the most fun I have had on a console in the last decade. LittleBigPlanet is childlike joy incarnate; pure blue-sky fun of the kind we have not seen in years. This is the game I have waited for my entire life.
  59. MarkB.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    This game is absolutely brilliant; from gorgeous graphics, to well-done physics, to beautiful pre-made levels (over 60!), to the youtube-like tagging and sharing of levels, to the Create mode used to create virtually anything imaginable, this game is a winner that comes closer to perfection than any other console game before it.
  60. DonnyH.
    Oct 15, 2008
    7
    This merely a simple game, it can only jump around, making face and expression.. the fact that this game give the player a tools kit to make a level does not make this a game deserve a 10 score.. for me this is a mediocre game.
  61. BenB.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    After playing the beta, I've got to say this game is great. Might be the best game I've ever played. Why is it a 5.9? Some 360 fanboys got to this, it looks like.
  62. gold5225gold
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    This is the most innovative and outstanfding game ever made if you review this game bad your a 360 fanboy if you try this game you will love it i recomend that everyone buy this game i played the beta and i just love this game soo much.
  63. MarkW.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    In short, this game brings back the old school platforming feel with a new school platforming way. Never have I been more excited about a game since God of War 2. This title truly crosses all lines in that it is great for hardcore gamers and fun for casual players. Having only played the beta, I eagerly await the full level creation tools. The ability to create with other friends and In short, this game brings back the old school platforming feel with a new school platforming way. Never have I been more excited about a game since God of War 2. This title truly crosses all lines in that it is great for hardcore gamers and fun for casual players. Having only played the beta, I eagerly await the full level creation tools. The ability to create with other friends and publish my own levels. I also anticipate playing the story mode presented by Media Molecule. My nephew and I play Ratchet together sometimes and I think this will be another title we will have fun with together! Expand
  64. JackC.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    After spending hours on the public beta back in August, I simply relised I was addicted to this game. It could be the interactivity, the smile of the sackboys face or even the fluent gameplay. For a game that has only 30fps you can see why. There are no grenades or bullet penatrations like in CoD4 to make the game lag, so 30fps works just fine. Now, the soundtrack. Immersive quick and After spending hours on the public beta back in August, I simply relised I was addicted to this game. It could be the interactivity, the smile of the sackboys face or even the fluent gameplay. For a game that has only 30fps you can see why. There are no grenades or bullet penatrations like in CoD4 to make the game lag, so 30fps works just fine. Now, the soundtrack. Immersive quick and even comical style music is played here. Which really sets the atmosphere for gameplay, and I think MM captures what LBP was built on perfectly with the soundtrack. Expand
  65. JackTheNipper
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    I got into the beta without knowing much of this game, but it was completely different experience of anything seen before. Everything was to easy to do but still exciting in a different way. Game truly felt refreshing. This is definitely a new milestone how games should be made from now on. If next Gears of War, CoD, Mario, MGS does not have play, create, share aspect I will not buy them. I got into the beta without knowing much of this game, but it was completely different experience of anything seen before. Everything was to easy to do but still exciting in a different way. Game truly felt refreshing. This is definitely a new milestone how games should be made from now on. If next Gears of War, CoD, Mario, MGS does not have play, create, share aspect I will not buy them. In fact I despite everything that falls short of LBP now.. LittleBigPlanet is the future of gaming, period! Expand
  66. AlbertoRamis
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    Es el mejor juego que he visto en años a nivel de innovacion y de diversion. Desde luego se nota que los americanos sois todos unos boxers cerrados¬¬. Tuve a la beta y desde luego es increible lo que hace la gente con los niveles. Y se supone que lo mejor es el editor, que no me dio tiempo a ver del vicio que llevaba :P
  67. HiamM.
    Oct 15, 2008
    9
    I had the privilege of previewing this game a few days ago, and all I can say is that is like NOTHING you have ever played before. The integration of game development into user gameplay is genius and will keep you playing for a very long time. Great great value. Uniqueness at it's best.
  68. MikeR.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    Great game, one of the most innovative games released this year. A must buy for any PS3 owners who are into platformers and creating and just having plain fun. And to whoever the Xbox 360 fanboy (or fanboys) that is downvoting the user score with 1s, seriously get a life. Are you that insecure that the game is receiving better grades than Halo 3 and Gears of War? Are you afraid of this Great game, one of the most innovative games released this year. A must buy for any PS3 owners who are into platformers and creating and just having plain fun. And to whoever the Xbox 360 fanboy (or fanboys) that is downvoting the user score with 1s, seriously get a life. Are you that insecure that the game is receiving better grades than Halo 3 and Gears of War? Are you afraid of this game selling very well and boosting the PS3's status? If anyone is undecided about the game and wanted to consult reviews, they'll 99.9% of the time look towards the professional reviews. So all you're doing is wasting your time andmaking other Xbox 360 owners look bad. Expand
  69. AReviewer
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    I'm in the beta; great so far, and all previews and reviews suggest the full release will be even better. It's extremely disheartening to see bitter 360 fanboys out in force to lower the rating for such a great game. Any rating below an 8 is made by a fanboy of a rival console who has never played the game, and has no intention to.
  70. AlexC.
    Oct 15, 2008
    10
    Given over 1300 votes for a game not even released things look strange. Given those votes (currently 59%) are substantially out of whack with genuine criticism (currently 96%) seems stranger. The strange fanboyism permeating any debate on LBP is frankly disturbing and is obviously a major force in this voting strategy. As a 360 owner I am want to distance myself from my fellow players. Given over 1300 votes for a game not even released things look strange. Given those votes (currently 59%) are substantially out of whack with genuine criticism (currently 96%) seems stranger. The strange fanboyism permeating any debate on LBP is frankly disturbing and is obviously a major force in this voting strategy. As a 360 owner I am want to distance myself from my fellow players. Too many people are seeing an attack on LBP as an attack on Sony in their strange deluded world. If LBP and Sony is successful it does not take anything away from the 360 experience, it will in the long run add to it as the new ideas permeate across. Envy is a destructive and unpleasant emotion Expand
  71. TriDao
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    This is a 2D platformer than you can play offline or online or a mix between the two. You can also create your own levels using simple but deep tools and then share it with the community. The community will then rate your level and you can be featured on the weekly/monthly/daily top 10 charts!
  72. EdH.
    Oct 14, 2008
    9
    Calling Little Big Planet a "game" is a massive misrepresentation of what it actually is. It feels more like a powerful development kit, where creative minds can quickly and easily paint their thoughts without having to be slowed down with learning how to program. The only thing not making this game perfect is the limited amount of controls you have with the character you are using, but Calling Little Big Planet a "game" is a massive misrepresentation of what it actually is. It feels more like a powerful development kit, where creative minds can quickly and easily paint their thoughts without having to be slowed down with learning how to program. The only thing not making this game perfect is the limited amount of controls you have with the character you are using, but being able to play an endless amount of levels more than makes up for it. Expand
  73. PeterS.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    While the beta that brought large commercial websites to a crawl or crash from thousands of people attempting to get a key was quite an experience, the final build of the game is teaming with so much more life than I could have ever expected. The radiant story levels were expertly crafted and the endless array of stickers, objects, and tools to create and share your own masterpieces boldy While the beta that brought large commercial websites to a crawl or crash from thousands of people attempting to get a key was quite an experience, the final build of the game is teaming with so much more life than I could have ever expected. The radiant story levels were expertly crafted and the endless array of stickers, objects, and tools to create and share your own masterpieces boldy define one of the more unique offerings of the generation. Any Playstation 3 owner is playing with an empty, soulless multimedia system until they pick up their very own copy of Little Big Planet. Expand
  74. joshualozano
    Oct 14, 2008
    0
    The games slow pace is not for me. 2D side scrollers should not be $60 and the user created maps are all too similar.

    There are NO real enemies!
    The Beta was fun for 2 hours-- I'm glad I checked it out but I'm not going to buy it.
  75. jimsmith
    Oct 14, 2008
    3
    This game is really dumb, it lacks any kind of story, and really fails to appeal to any kind of gamer over the age of 4. Do yourself a favor and pass on this one because it is nothing more than a waste of time. It seems the PS3 fails once again to claim a good exclusive.
  76. WayneHoggett
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    The user reviews are at 6.2 out of 10 and the game hasn't even been released yet. Are Nintendo and Xbox fans coming here and voting zero just to bring the score down? The magazine reviewers have actually played the game. This is one of the most innovative games of our time and you must give it a try.
  77. MarkJ.
    Oct 14, 2008
    9
    Having played the beta for some time i can honestly say it's one of the best games I've played. first it's a solid platformer, secondly there's the create mode which is the most comprehensive I've ever seen and thirdly there's the share feature which is essentially youtube and works just as well. There's a few concerns mainly in that it's just so Having played the beta for some time i can honestly say it's one of the best games I've played. first it's a solid platformer, secondly there's the create mode which is the most comprehensive I've ever seen and thirdly there's the share feature which is essentially youtube and works just as well. There's a few concerns mainly in that it's just so very overwhelming. it's easy to get intimidated by and this will put people off. There's also an annoyance with with 2.5d style, which makes navigating some levels difficult. These aren't enough to dampen my spirits and it's been pre-ordered long ago. Expand
  78. JoseC.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    This game is absolutely gorgeous! you´ll be spending a lot of time building your levles with the amazing tools that media molecule gives to you. Everything in the game is very easy to use and if you can imagine it you can be sure you can build it. The levels that come with the game are awesome and very entertaining, you can get ideas from there to. Sharing your levels is the best This game is absolutely gorgeous! you´ll be spending a lot of time building your levles with the amazing tools that media molecule gives to you. Everything in the game is very easy to use and if you can imagine it you can be sure you can build it. The levels that come with the game are awesome and very entertaining, you can get ideas from there to. Sharing your levels is the best part, and being able to play all the great levels from other users is the best part of the game! Sure, there will be some levels that suck, but for the most part i am sure that there are people out there that are going to creat amazing things. P.S. Why is this 6.9 in user average? Expand
  79. ChrisT.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    Jealousy will get you nowhere X-Box only owners. Do yourself a favour as I did when I purchased a 360 and get a PS3. It's better than wasting your life not playing your console but sitting on a website voting a game you don't own and havent played on a system you don't own either! Very sad and dissapointing. If being a 'Hardcore Gamer' involves doing that sort of Jealousy will get you nowhere X-Box only owners. Do yourself a favour as I did when I purchased a 360 and get a PS3. It's better than wasting your life not playing your console but sitting on a website voting a game you don't own and havent played on a system you don't own either! Very sad and dissapointing. If being a 'Hardcore Gamer' involves doing that sort of thing then I am glad to disassociate myself from such a lowly title. Shame on you, retarded 6 year olds. Expand
  80. TimD
    Oct 14, 2008
    7
    Standard platforming with poorly-implemented, overly-robust physics engine. User-generated content is a big plus, but level-design tools are weak, time-consuming, and condescending. It's not fun to make your own level - feels like a chore. The potential for greatness if users create amazing levels, but you can't score for potential... Cuteness factor will appeal to a large Standard platforming with poorly-implemented, overly-robust physics engine. User-generated content is a big plus, but level-design tools are weak, time-consuming, and condescending. It's not fun to make your own level - feels like a chore. The potential for greatness if users create amazing levels, but you can't score for potential... Cuteness factor will appeal to a large audience but likely turn off core gamers in a big way. Expand
  81. PhilO.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    I have always been intrigued by the game and the idea of sharing user created content, but never once let my expectations reach a level of easy disappointment. I must say, after playing the beta (with limited content) what Media Molecule has created is a pure gem. The game is, simply put, Amazing. The content created by users range from top notch platforming to riduculously hilarious I have always been intrigued by the game and the idea of sharing user created content, but never once let my expectations reach a level of easy disappointment. I must say, after playing the beta (with limited content) what Media Molecule has created is a pure gem. The game is, simply put, Amazing. The content created by users range from top notch platforming to riduculously hilarious pointless fun. I have never played any video game in my life that has literally put me into tears from laughing (See: Rocket Ship). When you play this game (best with a friend) be sure to play Rocket Ship. Probably still one of my favorite. Even with minor control issues present as stated in many reviews, it is no where nearly enough to keep anyone from playing or partake in the plethora of creation possibilities. The community is by far the best offering available on any console today that is best compared to YouTube. I give the game 10/10 (is 11 possible?) Expand
  82. ChrisN.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    I rate this game a 10 simply because, while I was playing the beta I couldn't remember a time when a video game made me more happy than little big planet. Whether you are creating your own world or playing around in someone else' world, there simply is no end to the joy in which this game brings forth.
  83. AlexR.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    This game is an absolute blast, i was in the beta and even though it was just a beta, it had so many tools and functions it could have sold as a full release. You can really make anything you want, and whats great about it is that it isnt just make it and go, there are two parts to creating a level, the first is to build it, and the second is to make it work and tweaking it and such, This game is an absolute blast, i was in the beta and even though it was just a beta, it had so many tools and functions it could have sold as a full release. You can really make anything you want, and whats great about it is that it isnt just make it and go, there are two parts to creating a level, the first is to build it, and the second is to make it work and tweaking it and such, things like rocket powered or switch powered vehicles, Slide gates, traps, monsters. you can make it all. even the narrative for you level, This game is AAA material and im glad to see a dev take an old style game and turn it into one of the best ones ive ever played, Like one said before "MGS4 blew my mind, LittleBIGPlanet gave me the tools to put it back together, and then blow it again". Expand
  84. TannerMcFarlen
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    This game only has a low user-rating because xbox 360 fanboys are lowering it when they neither own this game, played it, or own a PS3.

    I got an early copy of this game and I must say: this is the best platformer I have ever played - better than Mario!
  85. MarcG
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    With a solid story mode game and an amazing level builder system, this game goes beyond what any other game has before or will for quite some time. If you own a PS3, preorder it now, so you can get the added goodies, and even a giftcard if you go to the right place.
  86. RafyK.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    It isn't perfect! but compared to other games it deserves a 10/10 I had some network issues ( BETA) but im sure they fix this along with the minor level editor problems I had ( camera,gluing, corner edit tool etc) I personally didn't like playing the game thhat much especially alone it can get kinda boring but the creation aspect of the game is just pure awesomenessss..... You It isn't perfect! but compared to other games it deserves a 10/10 I had some network issues ( BETA) but im sure they fix this along with the minor level editor problems I had ( camera,gluing, corner edit tool etc) I personally didn't like playing the game thhat much especially alone it can get kinda boring but the creation aspect of the game is just pure awesomenessss..... You can easily work 30h on a level and be surprised how it all works out at the end. Expand
  87. AnonymousMC
    Oct 14, 2008
    0
    Excellent game, solid platforming/puzzle/physics milkshake with a create-mode-cherry on top. LBP will live a long and prosperous life and make a new breed of gamers. If you need a reason to buy a PS3, this is it.

    As for the score, I think this game needs an 11/10. Because there is no 11 on metacritic, lets assume the scores above 10 start from the beginning. Most people have already
    Excellent game, solid platforming/puzzle/physics milkshake with a create-mode-cherry on top. LBP will live a long and prosperous life and make a new breed of gamers. If you need a reason to buy a PS3, this is it.

    As for the score, I think this game needs an 11/10. Because there is no 11 on metacritic, lets assume the scores above 10 start from the beginning. Most people have already figured that out too!
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  88. TimL.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    This is by far the most fun and inovative game in a very very long time.The games Textures are top notch,The possibilies are endless as is creative user levels,Its very charming and the narative can be extremly funny and witty,My only gripe about this game is the floaty controls,but that can be fixed via a patch .Overall I give this game a 9.9 rounded to 10,If your a PS3 owner this is a This is by far the most fun and inovative game in a very very long time.The games Textures are top notch,The possibilies are endless as is creative user levels,Its very charming and the narative can be extremly funny and witty,My only gripe about this game is the floaty controls,but that can be fixed via a patch .Overall I give this game a 9.9 rounded to 10,If your a PS3 owner this is a Must have! Expand
  89. JoeS.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    An excellent platformer which provides many many hours of content and creativity when it comes to building your own levels. Highly recommended for people of all ages. And lol at the xbox fans purposely downgrading this game. It just proves how greatly received this game is to game reviewers and the general public. If you're this insecure and afraid of a great video game on a rival An excellent platformer which provides many many hours of content and creativity when it comes to building your own levels. Highly recommended for people of all ages. And lol at the xbox fans purposely downgrading this game. It just proves how greatly received this game is to game reviewers and the general public. If you're this insecure and afraid of a great video game on a rival console, I kindly suggest professional help. Expand
  90. TomK.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    This game looks amazing, plays smooth, and it's an engrossing time sink to create your own levels. It's the best 4 player cooperative party game this gen. Though, some levels require a bit of skill so being unused to games or intoxicated could be an issue. Has amazing graphics and depth.
  91. damonm
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    in beta - fun side scrolling action, 3 depths to take advantage of. unique look (cloth and stitch effects), great graphics. Lots or repeat play available with custom levels created by yourself or others, rating system to find levels tailored to your liking (need network connection to take advantage of this). must have for any ps3 owner, good game to start with for any new ps3 owner.
  92. JacobH.g
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    The beta was incredibly fun, and surprisingly deep. Most of the naysayers have yet to experience the game. Once you pick up the controller, you won't put it down. Trust me. I played for four days straight -- when I had free time -- and only stopped playing because the beta expired. Finally, a game that makes me proud to own a PS3.
  93. TarkanT.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    You can never get tired of it. When you make a level, it's unique to you. It shows your personality, the quality you put into it. And when you're bored of that level, make a new one!! Hey, who's stopping you? It's so easy to do what you want to do, and it makes you more creative.
  94. JohnJ.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    Ths game is simply one of the best this year. If you want a great platformer for core gamers and newer ones its all there and once the core players get done with the main game there are very deep level building tools to make your own levels which your can share with others. For the new casual player there is a great platformer that has a wonderful charm to it. Ita also narreted by Steven Ths game is simply one of the best this year. If you want a great platformer for core gamers and newer ones its all there and once the core players get done with the main game there are very deep level building tools to make your own levels which your can share with others. For the new casual player there is a great platformer that has a wonderful charm to it. Ita also narreted by Steven fry which is very cool. This game offer both new players and core gamers a unique playing experience. Expand
  95. AnthonyW.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    This is one of the very rare games today that had me smiling all the time while playing. The Beta on it's own felt like the full game, but with 50+ levels burned onto the blu-ray disc and fixed glitches from the beta, calling the game perfect is an understatment.
  96. JeffreyH.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    Having beta tested this game, I can say this game has GOTY candidate written all over it. As IGN said: "If you own a PlayStation 3, you cannot miss this. If you don't have a PS3 yet, this is the reason to get one."
  97. EduardoR.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    I beta tested this game and I can tell you one thing... LBP is the best "game" that has been released in a long time. It's just addictive. Makes the whole "create, play, share" to be really awesome. From the cheesy levels that make you laugh to the really cute and ingenious ones playing user generated levels in little LBP is just plain fun.
  98. AliM.
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    The amazing thing about this game is how much you get for your moneys worth. The game would actually be possible to dissect into three parts, the singelplayer campaign, the online mode and the creat mode. Which ever is your choice, you wont be disappointed. The campaign mode alone is more then enough to justify the score this game is getting. Because its really just that good. Definitely The amazing thing about this game is how much you get for your moneys worth. The game would actually be possible to dissect into three parts, the singelplayer campaign, the online mode and the creat mode. Which ever is your choice, you wont be disappointed. The campaign mode alone is more then enough to justify the score this game is getting. Because its really just that good. Definitely game of the year! Expand
  99. BobM.
    Oct 12, 2008
    7
    Good game but doesn't deliver on all fronts, Playing online is a lag fest, finding a usercreated level that is acutally good is unheard of, allows one to make their own level and use their creativity to guide them.
  100. KristianL.
    Oct 12, 2008
    10
    incredably addicting, indefinate lasting apeal due to player made levels, sharp and crisp craphics. the whole idea of Play Create Share makes this game a must buy for most people. Con: Possible lag due to Peer 2 Peer use of online aspects.
Metascore
95

Universal acclaim - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 85
  3. Negative: 0 out of 85
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    100
    There simply isn't anything else like LBP on any system, anywhere. It's a beautifully elegant and powerful creative tool that puts unlimited potential in the palm of your hand. [Nov 2008, p.92]
  2. We're just happy to see a flagship game for a modern system that's about running from left to right and jumping over things. New ideas are great, great old ideas are better, and LittleBigPlanet has both: it's the future and the past of videogames, rolled into one.
  3. Little Big Planet is revolutionary thanks to its flexible, fun and powerful editor. Creating a quality level takes time but the feeling of achievement is overwhelming. A must for everyone who loves creativity or likes to explore what the creativity of a passionate community can produce.