LittleBigPlanet

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 27, 2008
User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 5681 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,726 out of 5681
  2. Mixed: 333 out of 5681
  3. Negative: 1,622 out of 5681
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  1. toysjoe
    Dec 20, 2010
    5
    This game consists of jumping around, collecting things, and simple physics based platforming. Yes you can customize basically everything and build your own levels and whatnot, but after everything it's just jumping and collecting things. I'm 19, and this game is boring. I don't expect anyone past the age of 13 to really enjoy this game.
  2. Coldwave
    Jan 25, 2011
    6
    This game was a huge disappointment for me. I bought it right away for hefty price of 60 Euro because I had read all those positive reviews in magazines and all the hype on the internet over the LittleBigPlanet. The campaign was a lot of fun but way too short and too easy. It's fun playing a platformer with 4 people, but the lag that came with it was horrible and some of those people wereThis game was a huge disappointment for me. I bought it right away for hefty price of 60 Euro because I had read all those positive reviews in magazines and all the hype on the internet over the LittleBigPlanet. The campaign was a lot of fun but way too short and too easy. It's fun playing a platformer with 4 people, but the lag that came with it was horrible and some of those people were real idiots, ruining the game for the rest of us. The online levels were fun for a day, then they just lost their appeal. The most fun in the game was the editing of your sackboy, differentiating it from everyone else's sackboy, but even that gets boring after a while.… Expand
  3. AlnORTIZ
    Jul 9, 2011
    9
    A great PS3 exclusive even almost 3 years after its release. There is no real story here because the game really only relies on gameplay: platforming. For a platformer, this game is a hit because of the level designs. The mission creator is also sweet because of its potential and how innovative it is. LBP is a great game to check out and must I say that the Sackboy characters are kind of cute!
  4. Sceptic
    Nov 19, 2011
    9
    A revolutionary platformer and a joy to play.The user created content is among the very best there is and I recommend this to anyone who wants a bit of fun without shooting or hacking something to death.(Just for something different)
  5. aadms
    Mar 24, 2011
    9
    My personal game experience with it leaves me bored. Why do I give it such a high score? Because my wife and two daughters, age 5 and 4, are enthralled with it. They have had many hours of fun playing together (plays up to four players!). Dressing them up is a big charm for them. It's definitely a chick-game, but I've seen the results of how much it is enjoyed.
  6. Inuit_Dude
    Apr 3, 2011
    7
    i think that this game is alright with its fun gamplay in story mode and cute graphics and i also love all the different possibilities for the outfit your sack boy can wear but the online is lacking and i find it more fun to play a couple levels in story mode with a couple friends that are actually in the room with me. all in all its all right and is defenatly worth playing and you willi think that this game is alright with its fun gamplay in story mode and cute graphics and i also love all the different possibilities for the outfit your sack boy can wear but the online is lacking and i find it more fun to play a couple levels in story mode with a couple friends that are actually in the room with me. all in all its all right and is defenatly worth playing and you will have a blast playing just be warned this game can get boring just playing by yourself… Expand
  7. Watermelon789
    Jul 11, 2011
    9
    Charming and endearing little sack boys, they're so cute. The platforming is not the best or clever but it's far from entertaining , getting the responsibility to find the stickers add more content to the already lot of fun. Customizing your Sackboy is addictive, and pulls you to combine with all the clothes. Neat
  8. Nathanael
    May 1, 2011
    9
    Great to play and have fun novelty for a long time, create their own doing something really cool, fun without limits, your imagination will take you where the best games quiser.One of the best when it was released.90
  9. Daverity
    Aug 28, 2011
    9
    A platformer with puzzle elements, Little Big Planet has certainly grabbed my attention. The 3D side scrolling style certainly has a charm that many will not find in other games of the same genre.

    It's amazing how this game includes physics in it's simple gameplay. Even though LBP may seem childish at first, it does challenge the player quite heavily, especially towards the end. With the    A platformer with puzzle elements, Little Big Planet has certainly grabbed my attention. The 3D side scrolling style certainly has a charm that many will not find in other games of the same genre.

    It's amazing how this game includes physics in it's simple gameplay. Even though LBP may seem childish at first, it does challenge the player quite heavily, especially towards the end. With the option to play with 3 others, totally 4 players, this can include everyone in the room. The game mechanics are simple: grab, run, and jump. There are many moments when you have to time the combination of the three, and it's truly fantastic. Level designs are top notch and can have players smiling after solving a complex puzzle. There is a great amount of satisfaction to be had while running in and out of each level, yet there is more to be had with LBP numerous features, such as a level editor and a giant community of literally hundreds of thousands of levels to be downloaded. The characters can be edited beyond your imagination and it's incredibly fun to do so. The level editor may have it's flaws, but can be ignored when most creative ideas can be implemented and made possible. This is a must have for any PS3 owner.    … Expand
  10. sinadoom
    Oct 1, 2012
    2
    Little credit can be ascribed to this title. Its appearance and overall tone is ugly. It is not for everyone at all, and is very childish and patronising even though it's not aimed specifically at children. They really couldn't have done worse in terms of graphical style, characters and context. While levels and gameplay elements can vary, the actual difference controls-wise is notLittle credit can be ascribed to this title. Its appearance and overall tone is ugly. It is not for everyone at all, and is very childish and patronising even though it's not aimed specifically at children. They really couldn't have done worse in terms of graphical style, characters and context. While levels and gameplay elements can vary, the actual difference controls-wise is not noticeable. It is a VERY boring platformer and brings almost no new innovations to the classic genre. It may be co-operative but it isn't fun, has one of the cheesiest and worst soundtracks and overall it's neither challenging, satisfying nor fun to play. I don't see why critics are praising this game, other than its lousy attempt at making a 7th-gen platformer for the masses.… Expand
  11. gerbronicus
    May 22, 2012
    6
    I can see why it is appealing to some audiences, but the visual style and gameplay just wasn't for me. I got about four hours into the game and couldn't carry on. Level editing is surely entertaining, as is decorating your little sackboy, but I will personally still to other platformers.
  12. tjcavallo
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    The user score is way to low. This is a great game! There is tons of content, being able to create your own platforming levels, play others created, play the levels with friends, and plenty of reason to go back to levels to get some items use missed the first couple times around. The art style is cool, and they stylize everything in a unique way. The presentation is the best I've seen inThe user score is way to low. This is a great game! There is tons of content, being able to create your own platforming levels, play others created, play the levels with friends, and plenty of reason to go back to levels to get some items use missed the first couple times around. The art style is cool, and they stylize everything in a unique way. The presentation is the best I've seen in any game ever - the way your little sackboy reacts to fire or spikes, and the yarn-world level selection menu. Granted, this game is not perfect, and didn't get a ten for a reason. The controls are frustrating and clunky, and the level design can get pretty basic, (though there are a few nice levels, and this is mostly made up for anyway through the player level creation). I recommend this game to people of all ages, so don't skip on it because it is not ridiculously violent. This is easily one of, if not the best PS3 exclusive game.… Expand
  13. Natedrake1994
    Mar 15, 2013
    7
    Originally I couldn't get into Little Big Planet but after giving it a chance and playing the whole game for the first time I have to admit it's a good game. The graphics and art design is very unique compared to other games on the market and the platforming gameplay is very simple. The costumes, decorations and stickers etc. are all very appealing and the level creator and multiplayerOriginally I couldn't get into Little Big Planet but after giving it a chance and playing the whole game for the first time I have to admit it's a good game. The graphics and art design is very unique compared to other games on the market and the platforming gameplay is very simple. The costumes, decorations and stickers etc. are all very appealing and the level creator and multiplayer aspect really gets across to a wider audience. The only niggles really I can think of was that I did feel the tiniest bit of lag between pressing the jump-button and Sackboy actually jumping, and the other characters are only really cardboard cutouts that make noises when speaking. Overall, a good unique platformer in today's current age with great design.… Expand
  14. Jorg3z
    Mar 16, 2012
    7
    It's a nice game, but i'm not into children's games, i prefer shooting than putting a nice little guy new outfits. It's ok but i'm not a fan of games likes these. Big disappointment for me as my very first game for the ps3 to be such a "cute" game.
  15. Lloy2
    Feb 4, 2012
    8
    Multiplayer: Laggy, 2-4 people

    Love this game. The concept of the game is undoubtedly ingenious and, in my opinion, perfect - but like every game ever made, the execution is only half as good. This is obvious from when you start the story, so I'll get it out of the way: it's VERY glitchy. A lot like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Perfect idea, glitchy execution). But the fun of the the    Multiplayer: Laggy, 2-4 people

    Love this game. The concept of the game is undoubtedly ingenious and, in my opinion, perfect - but like every game ever made, the execution is only half as good. This is obvious from when you start the story, so I'll get it out of the way: it's VERY glitchy. A lot like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Perfect idea, glitchy execution). But the fun of the the story levels don't even stop you thinking it, because it's not that fun. The levels are very 'empty-feeling'. It feels like Media Molecule could've tried much harder with creativity, varying gameplay and simple care put into the levels. Then there's the restriction of tools, which I won't go into; but that's it. It's an excellent game, perfect if not for glitches and restrictions.

    80%/8 out of 10    … Expand
  16. Funkyfresh1017
    Mar 10, 2012
    9
    I cant believe this game has a 6.6 currently. Littlebigplanet is innovative, exciting, fresh and although its occasionally frustrating, its just fun!! The level creator is great, and how can you hate the sackboy?? No character has been this heartwarming since Yoshi from the mario series. Fokes you need to try this game, its not just for kids its very challenging. Please for your sake atI cant believe this game has a 6.6 currently. Littlebigplanet is innovative, exciting, fresh and although its occasionally frustrating, its just fun!! The level creator is great, and how can you hate the sackboy?? No character has been this heartwarming since Yoshi from the mario series. Fokes you need to try this game, its not just for kids its very challenging. Please for your sake at least rent Littlebigplanet.… Expand
  17. theforeveverwar
    Dec 11, 2012
    9
    Greatest Co-Op game I've played in a while. Very innovative, cute, addictive, and fun. Although a bit challenging at times and parts where it may get a bit frustrating. This game is an instant classic, and the platforming is incredible, with great replay value from the levels that can be created by the community, there are some great ones.
  18. rasta_man2357
    Jul 10, 2012
    9
    This game provided me with hours upon hours of fun and was the first game to persuade me to get PSN. I had so much fun on this even without online play completing the challenging yet still fun campaign and making my own levels to play with my friends which I then published online.
    The platforming may be challenging at times but the levels are always possible: alternate methods can be used    This game provided me with hours upon hours of fun and was the first game to persuade me to get PSN. I had so much fun on this even without online play completing the challenging yet still fun campaign and making my own levels to play with my friends which I then published online.
    The platforming may be challenging at times but the levels are always possible: alternate methods can be used to navigate. With superb co-op and online, believe the hype, the possibilities are endless. These game of the year awards do not lie (unlike others - rage????).    … Expand
  19. Jouna92
    Jul 31, 2012
    8
    Fun fun fun game. Beautiful and nice game. Lots to do. Online and Co--op are also very nice. "A beautifully elegant and powerful creative tool that puts unlimited potential in the palm of your hand".
  20. TheGoldenWing
    Oct 14, 2012
    8
    Lovely game. If only the community could be better. Story mode is amazing, and creating is fun. If only this game were 3-D. Oh yes, maybe someday.....
  21. BuffBagwell
    Jul 18, 2013
    9
    One of the best exclusive platforming games of this generation great fun to play with family and friends. To have so many user friendly tools at your hands only enhances the great value this game offers I've never had so much fun collecting stickers before. This game gets a 9.4 from me and the seal of approval.
  22. iddqd4
    Mar 16, 2018
    8
    Качественный платформер, с возможностью создавать пользовательский контент.
  23. Decuke
    Aug 6, 2013
    10
    LittleBigPlanet is a fantastic game. It's a great platformer with incredible artistic direction and sound, and with some great gameplay to back it up.
    In the game you can bluid ANYTHING
  24. Krizuwe
    Nov 20, 2013
    8
    Un juego muy entretenido, que engancha a cualquier jugador, te guste o no el género, me recuerda mucho a Mario, pero es un juego inmenso, con miles de cientos de niveles que explorar y crear, poder personalizar tu personaje, tu capsula, el ptrota es un pequeño sack boy muy gracioso y que te encariñas con el, cuando muere o llora esta gracioso, es muchisimo mas divertido si se juega onlineUn juego muy entretenido, que engancha a cualquier jugador, te guste o no el género, me recuerda mucho a Mario, pero es un juego inmenso, con miles de cientos de niveles que explorar y crear, poder personalizar tu personaje, tu capsula, el ptrota es un pequeño sack boy muy gracioso y que te encariñas con el, cuando muere o llora esta gracioso, es muchisimo mas divertido si se juega online con amigos.… Expand
  25. Lolzified
    Dec 7, 2013
    9
    This is one of the best platformers of this generation. Period. The create mode is fleshed out, fun and works well in a 2.5D environment, as in 3D the controls for putting materials etc are absolutely horrendous, ModNation Racers proved that. The story mode is great too, so if you can't create and are also offline, not to worry LBPs story mode has you covered. If the create mode didn'tThis is one of the best platformers of this generation. Period. The create mode is fleshed out, fun and works well in a 2.5D environment, as in 3D the controls for putting materials etc are absolutely horrendous, ModNation Racers proved that. The story mode is great too, so if you can't create and are also offline, not to worry LBPs story mode has you covered. If the create mode didn't exist, this would still earn an 8, minimum. Bottom line: If you don't have it, you're an idiot, if you do have it, you're awesome.… Expand
  26. Dionysus777
    Jan 29, 2015
    5
    As an adult gamer i do not like this game. I do not care about level creation. I pay to have that done ahead of time. I look for challenge, skill and precise control in a platform game.(howdy rayman your good stuff.) thats it champs.
  27. awholenother
    Dec 14, 2015
    4
    this is the game that made me care about user ratings, one of those games where you feel the clash between user and critic reception -- the clash that even makes the more paranoid among us wonder whether all those critics have been bought out.

    aaaaaanyway. this is a 2d platformer, which is to say it's a mario wannabe. it was hard enough for sega to try to get its platformers to stand    this is the game that made me care about user ratings, one of those games where you feel the clash between user and critic reception -- the clash that even makes the more paranoid among us wonder whether all those critics have been bought out.

    aaaaaanyway. this is a 2d platformer, which is to say it's a mario wannabe. it was hard enough for sega to try to get its platformers to stand out way back when, but they did manage, and the first sonic games are good, different and better-looking than the mario games.

    where sonic differed for being fast and cool, sackboy wants to stand out for being... slow, floaty, imprecise, i guess? and OH MY GOD there's a narrator that narrates the game like a children's book, and i'm gonna try to be fair here and saying without exaggerating that about 40% of the time i spent with this game was hearing his voice talk veeery slowly while i pushed buttons to try to skip his monologues. just awful. i get it -- the game is for kids. but kids in the 80s didn't need santa claus narrating video games in order to have fun, and they still don't.    … Expand
  28. Broyax
    Mar 28, 2020
    0
    Un autre jeu de plate-forme de mes deux particulièrement minable et vilain dans sa 2D et demi et son mauvais goût omniprésent...ou son manque de goût généralisé qui tente de singer Nintendaube et ses hordes de daubes à la Mariol avec ici un éditeur de niveaux dont on a rien à carrer. Ouais, ouais, carrément !

    C'est donc aussi niais et aussi bête que chez le concurrent, le petit artisan    Un autre jeu de plate-forme de mes deux particulièrement minable et vilain dans sa 2D et demi et son mauvais goût omniprésent...ou son manque de goût généralisé qui tente de singer Nintendaube et ses hordes de daubes à la Mariol avec ici un éditeur de niveaux dont on a rien à carrer. Ouais, ouais, carrément !

    C'est donc aussi niais et aussi bête que chez le concurrent, le petit artisan qui sait y faire pour enfiler en douceur sa fidèle clientèle mais là, Sony et son petit développeur qui pue l'indé à la petite semaine s'y sont mal pris : c'est trop voyant l'enfilade...

    Bref, on s'ennuie bien vite et on lève les yeux au plafond devant tant de stupidité ! quelle connerie de petit jeu de merde à chier !    … Expand
  29. Chocomoji
    May 4, 2018
    10
    My favourite game EVER! This game is true masterpiece! The story mode is very dynamic and fun, the 'creation mode' is well-worked, the online mode is just perfect, the graphics are marvelous and that's the only game that makes me to keep my PS3, because I like Nintendo. You won't regret by playing this game. It made me very happy and I want to cry when I think how incredible was that! TheMy favourite game EVER! This game is true masterpiece! The story mode is very dynamic and fun, the 'creation mode' is well-worked, the online mode is just perfect, the graphics are marvelous and that's the only game that makes me to keep my PS3, because I like Nintendo. You won't regret by playing this game. It made me very happy and I want to cry when I think how incredible was that! The game is just perfect - 100/100. Media Molecule didn't any mistake with the game. Sackboy is my favourite character, surpassing Pikmin and Yoshi!… Expand
  30. UncleEd
    May 24, 2020
    3
    Visually, LittleBigPlanet looks great. It introduces “Sackboy”, a cute character Sony tried very hard to turn it into a Playstation 3 mascot. Also, you can create your own levels and share with the rest of the world, which was somewhat valuable at a time where Super Mario Maker didn’t exist.

    Every other thing about LittleBigPlanet is terrible. Never have I seen a platformer with such    Visually, LittleBigPlanet looks great. It introduces “Sackboy”, a cute character Sony tried very hard to turn it into a Playstation 3 mascot. Also, you can create your own levels and share with the rest of the world, which was somewhat valuable at a time where Super Mario Maker didn’t exist.

    Every other thing about LittleBigPlanet is terrible. Never have I seen a platformer with such clunky controls and dull gameplay to receive so much praise. With a 95 metacritic score, LittleBigPlanet will be always be sufficient to prove that the majority of mainstream video game critics are corporate sellouts. LittleBigPlanet is objectively bad and I am glad we don’t have to rely on so called “game critics” anymore to make our purchasing decisions.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best PS3 Game of 2008
3
#3 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2008
3
#3 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2008

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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. Eurogamer
    90
    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.
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  3. Meristation
    95
    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.
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