Resistance 3

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Sep 6, 2011
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 690 Ratings

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  1. Jakintosh
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    I'm only about 3 hours into the campaign right now, but so far, all I can say is that this is the most fun I've ever had with an FPS. It all comes down to one thing: The Guns. These guns are so much fun to play with, and as you upgrade them they just keep getting better. The enemies are balanced (on normal difficulty) and it's just a blast to keep playing with the guns. They never get oldI'm only about 3 hours into the campaign right now, but so far, all I can say is that this is the most fun I've ever had with an FPS. It all comes down to one thing: The Guns. These guns are so much fun to play with, and as you upgrade them they just keep getting better. The enemies are balanced (on normal difficulty) and it's just a blast to keep playing with the guns. They never get old either, because you are constantly being introduced to new guns, and your old ones get upgraded as you use them. The graphics are "different" but not bad, kinda artsy in a way. The environments are pretty cool, and the levels are well designed. The story is also quite compelling. This is definitely the best of the series, and like I said before, this is my new favorite FPS. Bottom line: BUY THIS GAME.

    Update: I am much farther in the campaign now, and it's still pretty good. Another bonus is that the campaign is quite long, longer than I expected. The plot has gotten even better and I feel real attachment to the characters and their situation. It's really quite good,    … Expand
  2. garypaytonglove
    Sep 6, 2011
    10
    Just finished the campaign mode after my midnight pickup from Gamestop. To fans of the series, you will be very happy about what Insomniac has done to the game. It does feel a bit more arcadey as far the feel of the guns but I feel like it is definitely for the better. The upgrade system is fantastic and is a great addition. The story is everything you have come to expect from theJust finished the campaign mode after my midnight pickup from Gamestop. To fans of the series, you will be very happy about what Insomniac has done to the game. It does feel a bit more arcadey as far the feel of the guns but I feel like it is definitely for the better. The upgrade system is fantastic and is a great addition. The story is everything you have come to expect from the Resistance series which is a definitely a plus and the dire situation injected into the story is perfectly conveyed throughout the entire game. I am going to play through again in co-op and finish upgrading my weapons and I haven't touched the multiplayer yet on the retail copy. Everything I experienced from the beta from the last month leads me to believe I am going to spend quite a bit of time with multiplayer from here on out. The multiplayer in my opinion is just as polished as COD, Halo & Battlefield but you are just dealing with a more basic concept in R3 and not as intricate. The single player competes with any of those games as well and is very immersive so I would suggest this game to newcomers to the series as well. I could not have asked for any more in my Resistance experience.… Expand
  3. TBtheG
    Sep 6, 2011
    5
    Nothing to write home about. The only unique bit from r2 has been removed. Fails to break the mold and doesn't differentiate from anything else in the sci fi fps genre.
  4. BlackeyeDK
    Sep 8, 2011
    3
    The unique multi-player part from R2, has been removed. The PVE part was the greatest thing ever seen, and now they totally destroy it with just an abnormal FPS. Multi-player part: PVP only. This is just a Half-Life, U-Torrent, Quake look a like.... Have never ever been so desapointet, was so looking forward for this game. Dead Island will be my thing instead.
  5. APxTrinity
    Jan 8, 2012
    7
    Resistance 3 is a wonderful game. The story is amazing, and the controls are fluid that even my friend who's used to playing pc games can play it. Campaign: The story is well thought out but can seem lazy at times. The campaign is like a roller coaster when it comes to difficulty, from being a cakewalk to it just ramming you with snipers and nearly impossible hoards of enemies. What iResistance 3 is a wonderful game. The story is amazing, and the controls are fluid that even my friend who's used to playing pc games can play it. Campaign: The story is well thought out but can seem lazy at times. The campaign is like a roller coaster when it comes to difficulty, from being a cakewalk to it just ramming you with snipers and nearly impossible hoards of enemies. What i dislike about the campaign is 1. Sometimes it just gets too impossible that you need to just put it down for a minute; and 2. That if one person dies when you're co-oping with someone, then it's basically a game over. Not as in "oh no, i can't do this alone" but as in "wtf, the game ended and now we need to start back here?." So the campaign does have some flaws, but those flaws can make it or break it for the players. Moving on to Multiplayer: Ah multiplayer, a large portion of the game that decides whether it's a buy or a rent to the player. The multiplayer is somewhat disappointing. with only few weapons but many perks, it does get boring after a little. There is no team balance, and you unlock weapons and perks based on level, together you get unbalanced games where the team that almost always wins are the ones with wildfires (the rocket launchers of this game), which are unlock only at a high level! And the killing sprees are just ridiculous. Not ridiculous as in "HOLY **** but ridiculous as in "Was that it?" Though don't get me wrong, the multiplayer can get a little wild and is worth playing. Overall Resistance 3 is just an amazing game with flaws that can shy a player away from buying it, but if you can overlook these flaws then you'll find yourself addicted to this game.… Expand
  6. gmtech4274
    Nov 24, 2011
    7
    I am a resistance/ps3 fan boy so this might have got a 6/10 if I was not. Great game play in campaign very fun !!! Very short and I felt the boss battle just were not epic enough and already done. The story was good just not on the I am one man (Nathan Hail) and I am going to save the world but more on a level of I am one man and I will do anything for my family. This game is definitelyI am a resistance/ps3 fan boy so this might have got a 6/10 if I was not. Great game play in campaign very fun !!! Very short and I felt the boss battle just were not epic enough and already done. The story was good just not on the I am one man (Nathan Hail) and I am going to save the world but more on a level of I am one man and I will do anything for my family. This game is definitely worth playing, renting not buying for non fan boys and I would not go in expecting the epicness of resistance 2 just better game play.… Expand
  7. ArkonBlade
    Oct 3, 2012
    6
    I really liked the first resistance game and R2 although the story mode stunk had a really fun online mode atleast . with Resistance 3 i was hoping we would get the perfect game and devs would figure this game out. well they got the carry multiple wepons part done right atleast. the story just didn't feel like much also no giant cool boss fights??? that for sure should have been put inI really liked the first resistance game and R2 although the story mode stunk had a really fun online mode atleast . with Resistance 3 i was hoping we would get the perfect game and devs would figure this game out. well they got the carry multiple wepons part done right atleast. the story just didn't feel like much also no giant cool boss fights??? that for sure should have been put in this game . The great online experiance the resistance had shown us it could be in number 2 now just feels like more of a shell of its former self . R3 is a ok game but for the third in the series it should be taking this series to a new level and instead it feels more like we are back more at the starting line .… Expand
  8. Tokyochuchu
    May 17, 2013
    6
    Resistance 3 is OK. It's plot is fine but nothing special. The graphics are quite drab but fit the world well. Some of the weapons are kooky and unique but none of them are particularly satisfying. The combat is mostly decent but also extremely generic. The multiplayer is fun for a short time but doesn't have the legs for sustained play. As you've probably guessed by now, I thinkResistance 3 is OK. It's plot is fine but nothing special. The graphics are quite drab but fit the world well. Some of the weapons are kooky and unique but none of them are particularly satisfying. The combat is mostly decent but also extremely generic. The multiplayer is fun for a short time but doesn't have the legs for sustained play. As you've probably guessed by now, I think Resistance 3 is a pretty mediocre FPS. The only thing it gets unequivocally right is the online co-op... And the odd occasional boss fight (with old school weak points! Yay!). That's enough to just about save Resistance 3 from the scrap-pile, but it's a close call.… Expand
  9. Shtiggy
    Jul 21, 2013
    2
    Somewhat fun, but boring and repetitive. Then, you reach the tower and while trying to enter the tower, they make it impossible to get into because of the relentless waves of enemies and no ammo. It was ridiculous.
  10. AlienSpaceBats
    Oct 28, 2012
    7
    As much an improvement over R2 as R2 was over R1, a pleasure to play and much, much better than its "only on PlayStation" contemporary (Killzone). Weapons and enemies are imaginative and varied (as well as familiar) and a pleasure to encounter, even the huge (awesome) boss creatures. Setting and art style are unique and detailed. Great stuff all around.
  11. xXRenTyrellXx
    Oct 22, 2011
    7
    Honestly, I'v never been really impressed by the Resistance series that much. I've always thought of them as just good games. Nothing amazing, or great. It's just seems like they're trying to compare to other amazing si-fi shooters like Halo, Gears of War, Mass Effect, Dead Space, etc. And they just really don't compare at all. Don't get me wrong, I think they're good games, and I likeHonestly, I'v never been really impressed by the Resistance series that much. I've always thought of them as just good games. Nothing amazing, or great. It's just seems like they're trying to compare to other amazing si-fi shooters like Halo, Gears of War, Mass Effect, Dead Space, etc. And they just really don't compare at all. Don't get me wrong, I think they're good games, and I like them. It's just that they could be much better. I like the plot for the series, but I don't like how Insomniac tells the story. It just could be told so much better. Anyways, putting all of that aside. Resistance 3 does stand out to be the best Resistance game yet. With the great looking new HD graphics, Resistance has never looked better. Gameplay also feels improved and much smoother. The story did have more emotion to it, which is good. It's nice to actually want to feel something for these characters.

    Although campaign is my strong point in any game, the multiplayer is pretty much as good as it gets. Fans may be disappointed that the amount of players in a match have lowered from 60 to 16 players, but it's still the same fun experience.

    So all around, Resistance 3 is a good game, but does not stand out to many of the other great titles this year. Don't see it being nominated for any "Game of the Year" awards. However, this is just my opinion.    … Expand
  12. skeith
    Oct 25, 2012
    6
    Again, this game only improved the graphics. The theme is different this time, no more military theme, more like a post-apocalypse theme. Nothing is really good, the whole thing actually quite cliche with generic story and generic characters. No boss fights, only swarm of enemies. This game is only for the series' fans, and also for FPS hardcore.
  13. sabrintb
    Apr 9, 2013
    6
    It was alright. Nothing especial.

    I was expecting more of a immersive game, but got disappointed with the several shootout the game put me in. But again, I normally do not like the FPS genre, and this probably messed with my judgment. The prison segment was my favorite. It did got me a little uncomfortable. If the entire game followed that concept, I'd like it more. In the end got    It was alright. Nothing especial.

    I was expecting more of a immersive game, but got disappointed with the several shootout the game put me in. But again, I normally do not like the FPS genre, and this probably messed with my judgment.

    The prison segment was my favorite. It did got me a little uncomfortable. If the entire game followed that concept, I'd like it more.

    In the end got disappointed with the """boss""" fight and the most anti climax ending ever. Seriously, no.    … Expand
  14. DeFcoN
    May 28, 2013
    3
    When Resistance 2 came, a lot of players complained and said it was not a RESISTANCE TITLE. But they loved this game. In all honesty I waited 3 years for this game. Pre ordered it and got all the DLCs, and pre order bonuses. When I finished the campaign. I was furious. They took a franchise that was so good, and dug it right ground. Don't look at the positive reviews for this game. If thisWhen Resistance 2 came, a lot of players complained and said it was not a RESISTANCE TITLE. But they loved this game. In all honesty I waited 3 years for this game. Pre ordered it and got all the DLCs, and pre order bonuses. When I finished the campaign. I was furious. They took a franchise that was so good, and dug it right ground. Don't look at the positive reviews for this game. If this game was called something other than Resistance, it might have been a good game, but its not.

    The story is around 5 hours long. The core mechanics that were present in the previous titles are gone. The protagonist was replaced with a good character, that was not properly played out in this game. The pacing of the story is off as well. The AI is crap.

    What insomniac did in their 3 to 4 years of development was that they took everything Call of Duty stands for and Threw a coat of Resistance on it and called it their game. Resistance 3.

    The only thing I found good about this game were the graphics and some of the detailing to the weaponry and it effects, such as the mutator, and the atomizer.

    The game was also falsely advertised. In a trailer they show a group of people heading to new York together. And in another there is a little girl who begins to follow Capelli to NY as well. None of these details came into the game at all. You stuck with one other character for the time being. A lot of the road you were alone. Sure they had communication with certain characters but it made it feel forced. Many times when you would need dialog it was not there, and then at other times they threw it in for the hell of it.

    As for MP, They got rid of the clan system, went from 60 players online to 16. Went from an all out war to a camp fest. Put in perks that allowed you to get ammo, and let you spawn with a rocket launcher. WOW Just shoot away and spawn trap. Players had no chance. The game went from Resistance to Call of Duty in 3 years. Sad.

    The game was a really disappointing installment, and I am glad Insomniac is no longer on this franchise. This franchise is in need of a reboot. All thanks to this installment.    … Expand
  15. JudgeMathew
    May 30, 2014
    6
    I've yet to play the second game in the Resistance series, though the differences between Resistance 3 and the original are quite horrendous. It's as if Sony wanted Insomniac Games to make this series into a casual based series like the Call of Duty and Battlefield franchises. While the game isn't terrible, it's average at best, and average in length at best. Some first-person shootersI've yet to play the second game in the Resistance series, though the differences between Resistance 3 and the original are quite horrendous. It's as if Sony wanted Insomniac Games to make this series into a casual based series like the Call of Duty and Battlefield franchises. While the game isn't terrible, it's average at best, and average in length at best. Some first-person shooters only contain a four hour single-player campaign, Resistance 3 at most is a seven hour game...which is awful considering the amount of hand holding and moments which completely lack action and focus on a cliche story with cliche narrative and characters which nobody will ever end up caring about.… Expand
  16. TheBrak
    May 18, 2014
    7
    Resistance 3 is a fun first person shooter but does nothing to really differentiate itself from the competition. The story gives a decent end to the resistance series but does nothing more than that. Upgrading weapons by using them is great because it forces the player to use their entire arsenal and doesn't waste momentum by making you go through a upgrade screen. At the end of the dayResistance 3 is a fun first person shooter but does nothing to really differentiate itself from the competition. The story gives a decent end to the resistance series but does nothing more than that. Upgrading weapons by using them is great because it forces the player to use their entire arsenal and doesn't waste momentum by making you go through a upgrade screen. At the end of the day Resistance 3 doesn't feature much replayability but that is okay because you have a good experience the first time around and the game is available for dirt cheap these days.… Expand
  17. Berik
    Oct 1, 2019
    7
    Resistance 3, according to the developers, was an attempt to focus on a few things intensely instead of doing a whole lot of things like in Resistance 2. What's is funny to me is that, despite the effort to make Resistance 3 the best, it feels like the worst in many ways.

    Where as the story of Fall of Men and 2 felt epic, with high stakes and characters that would be memorable, the    Resistance 3, according to the developers, was an attempt to focus on a few things intensely instead of doing a whole lot of things like in Resistance 2. What's is funny to me is that, despite the effort to make Resistance 3 the best, it feels like the worst in many ways.

    Where as the story of Fall of Men and 2 felt epic, with high stakes and characters that would be memorable, the story of Resistance 3 feels like a spin-off rather than a sequel. Capelli, who was a testosterone fueled a-hole in 2, is now suddenly a run of the mill 'i'll do anything to safe my over expressive wife and child' hairy guy that whines a lot.

    The scary tone of the game is mostly gone as human enemies are introduced (boring), enemy designs look more cartoon-ish (why?) and the cutscenes are focused on humans rather than the Chimera.

    Having the weapon wheel back was fun, but didn't add much other than using the appropriate weapon for the specific enemies. Standing on a boat that prohibits you from moving in a level, but forces you to listen to radio chatter is not fun. Who thought that would be appealing to fans of a horror FPS game?

    The way guns evolve is cool, and some of the weapons like the mutator are a lof of fun to use. The enemies however are not much more than Sniper unit, Rifle unit and other-knock offs. What saddens me most is the lack of variety in the levels and bosses. Resistance 2 was packed with this, and in 3 it comes down to just a handfull clumsy encounters.

    Having waited 3 years to see what happens after the cliffhanger ending of 2, i was very disappointed. I was expecting a final clash in the sense of The Matrix Revolutions, where two unstoppable entities would clash to determine who would be the dominant species on Earth. But NO! What we got was a road trip across the boonies to destroy a terraformer. Great writing Insomniac... Yuck.

    Resistance 2 will always be my favorite entry in the series, and even though i didn't like part 3 as much as the previous games i do find it a good enough game. I just wished that it wasn't the last one in the main series.    … Expand
  18. Satirus
    Jan 22, 2012
    9
    Resistance 3 something truly rare, a unique and very expressive first person shooter.
    The narrative is deeper, darker and more personal than "Resistance 2" and "Fall of Man", the protagonist is also more expressive than Nathan Hale and the tone and atmosphere are more serious, mature, melancholic and desperate. But the combat against arms of enemies and bosses still feels epic and intense    Resistance 3 something truly rare, a unique and very expressive first person shooter.
    The narrative is deeper, darker and more personal than "Resistance 2" and "Fall of Man", the protagonist is also more expressive than Nathan Hale and the tone and atmosphere are more serious, mature, melancholic and desperate. But the combat against arms of enemies and bosses still feels epic and intense with a very welcome old school feeling, especially now with the returning of "health packs".

    The variety and originality of the weapons, a well known trace of the series, is back and improved. Enemy AI is very impressive and atmosphere, one of this title strong points, is truly remarkable. The combination of the stylized, expressive, melancholic and gritty art-style with interesting, emotional and dark music produce a very immersive gaming experience.

    The only negative aspects of this game are the initial installation and patching, but these two points are not direct related to the great and unique gaming experience this game offer.

    Resistance 3 and Dark Souls are, in my opinion, the best games of 2011.    … Expand
  19. shermanitis
    Oct 3, 2011
    10
    I don't care what anyone says. This is the best Resistance so far. The online is not a cluster **** like the previous games and they took out over powered weapons like the Wraith from R2. I'll admit, I do miss the co-op, but I still Love this game.
  20. JK23
    Sep 26, 2011
    10
    wonderful game and the best in the series def a triple a title and one of the best shooter ive ever played has a great and heartfelt story the graphics are great the gunplay is wonderful and the guns are a blast online is awesome to jus a bit laggy but still def playable and a go to ps3 online game def a must buy if u own a ps3
  21. gamejustice
    Sep 16, 2011
    7
    The first thing that will stand out in Resistance 3 is how remarkably short the game is compared to other games in the FPS genre. That's not inherently a bad thing, but a surprise since so many highly anticipated FPS tend to stretch the campaign for that grandeur atmosphere while playing the game. Personally I think concise campaigns do a better job than longer campaigns overall.The first thing that will stand out in Resistance 3 is how remarkably short the game is compared to other games in the FPS genre. That's not inherently a bad thing, but a surprise since so many highly anticipated FPS tend to stretch the campaign for that grandeur atmosphere while playing the game. Personally I think concise campaigns do a better job than longer campaigns overall. Furthermore, I feel the length of the campaign fitted well within the structure and style of the gameplay. It's a decent FPS experience. It has no innovation or creativity but it keeps up to the par with all the standards of a normal FPS experience. It's not a blockbuster ,but still competent enough to warrant a buy. The multiplayer mimics alot of Call of Duty gameplay, but maintains just enough difference to keep you interested. Whether the multiplayer will sustain players like COW is yet to be determined. Like I said its a decent shooter without any innovation.… Expand
  22. Lucas33Leo
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    This game is a masterpiece,the story is great, The multiplayer experience is unique and creative. Everything else such as the controls, sound fx, musical score, and multiplayer are all top notch. Like I previously said the graphics are awesome. The way they implement the different effects such as zooming in when running and the blur effects and lighting are spectacular as well are theThis game is a masterpiece,the story is great, The multiplayer experience is unique and creative. Everything else such as the controls, sound fx, musical score, and multiplayer are all top notch. Like I previously said the graphics are awesome. The way they implement the different effects such as zooming in when running and the blur effects and lighting are spectacular as well are the textures in the distance.… Expand
  23. Gorgoniach
    Feb 6, 2012
    9
    Resistance 3 is, without a doubt a great game and maybe the best in the series. All the interesting gameplay details from the first game are back, the intensity of Resistance 2 is also present, gameplay and pacing evolved drastically and visuals improved artistically. This time story and atmosphere are more dramatic and personal. Resistance 3 is one of my favorite shooters of all time sideResistance 3 is, without a doubt a great game and maybe the best in the series. All the interesting gameplay details from the first game are back, the intensity of Resistance 2 is also present, gameplay and pacing evolved drastically and visuals improved artistically. This time story and atmosphere are more dramatic and personal. Resistance 3 is one of my favorite shooters of all time side by side Half Life 2 and No one Lives Forever 2.… Expand
  24. FellFerreira
    Oct 13, 2011
    7
    Resistance 3 é um bom game, excelentes momentos, graficos razoaveis e uma historia bem amarrada pelas cutscenes (cada vez mais raras em fps). Uma pena que no single player o fator replay é quase inexistente e o multiplayer é ridiculo. O 3D do game é um pouco ruim, mas nao compromete. Em um mes de blockbusters R3 fica na gaveta.
  25. ImaginaryLemon
    Jul 27, 2012
    6
    Anyone who has played the Resistance games can tell that each one was vastly different to the previous game/s. In some areas, such as the graphics, this is a good thing. However, in other areas, it is most definitely not a good thing. The Multiplayer of Resistance 2 endeared me to the game- it was so different, so unlike anything anyone had ever played...I loved it. That's gone. Wiped out.Anyone who has played the Resistance games can tell that each one was vastly different to the previous game/s. In some areas, such as the graphics, this is a good thing. However, in other areas, it is most definitely not a good thing. The Multiplayer of Resistance 2 endeared me to the game- it was so different, so unlike anything anyone had ever played...I loved it. That's gone. Wiped out. Dead. The Multiplayer is now just a slightly aberrant experience, nothing exciting and nothing that would make you say 'whoa, that was pretty epic!' like in R2. Secondly, the Campaign didn't strike me as anything special either. Sure, we saw a lot of big, badass looking Chimera, but didn't get to fight many at all- mostly just grunts. I just wish Insomniac would figure out where they wanted to series to go and just stick to that formula. Insomniac reminds me of Linkin Park- if anyone knows who they are you'll probably get it. However, I did still enjoy it. Sure, there are parts that really annoy you and the plot is a bit shallow (just my opinion) but at the end of the day, the only thing that matters is fun. Is Resistance 3 fun? Extremely.… Expand
  26. GUe1
    Oct 1, 2011
    10
    This is the best Resistance of the three yet for some reason it has the lowest meta-score. And then we have the haters ruining the user score of a really great game scoring it with 0 and 3 and hiding behind silly little arguments and let's not even talk about the fanboys, the main disease of this industry plagued by immature little kids.

    Fanboys are raging about the game not doing    This is the best Resistance of the three yet for some reason it has the lowest meta-score. And then we have the haters ruining the user score of a really great game scoring it with 0 and 3 and hiding behind silly little arguments and let's not even talk about the fanboys, the main disease of this industry plagued by immature little kids.

    Fanboys are raging about the game not doing anything outside the box but what about the weapon wheel and health system? Resistance 3 is probably the only FPS of this generation where you can carry more than 3 guns and it doesn't has the auto-regeneration health that Halo made so popular back in the day. The truth is that Resistance 3 packs a great story even thought the ending was a disappointment. The gameplay is oldchool (I bet most of you started playing the genre with Halo so I don't think you'll know what I mean by "oldschool") but feels new and it's responsive. Graphics are pretty good but the animations are a bit stiff. The multiplayer is no Call of Duty but can be enjoyable for quite a while.

    8/10    … Expand
  27. Azzurri82
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    Fantastic game. Easily the best in the series and the most under-rated game of 2011 in my opinion. The single player may not be suited to brainless 'hoorah!' COD boys, but it's a great thinking man's shooter with a strong story, great survival elements and characters you can actually care about. The online is now working virtually perfectly and the co-op is a blast too. Highly recommended.
  28. GameZoneXtreme
    Jan 8, 2012
    10
    Resistance 1 & 2 are none-existent. It's all about Resistance 3! This game is totally wonderful. I was NOT a fan of the first two games because there was something missing that I cannot understand. But this third installment is just a gorgeous visual cinematic experience. Plus if you play this on 3D... WOW! It is just breathtaking. Pick this game up. If you do not you will be missing oneResistance 1 & 2 are none-existent. It's all about Resistance 3! This game is totally wonderful. I was NOT a fan of the first two games because there was something missing that I cannot understand. But this third installment is just a gorgeous visual cinematic experience. Plus if you play this on 3D... WOW! It is just breathtaking. Pick this game up. If you do not you will be missing one of the most beautiful games of 2011.… Expand
  29. muzziklover
    Oct 10, 2011
    9
    Oh wow. An FPS game that is actually completely different from other FPS games today. Comparing with most shooters, it does not have regenerating health, you can carry a LOT of weapons and behind the grim atmostphere and story, there is a bit of silliness whenever fighting chimera. Just to point out, Resistance 3 is the first Resistance game I have played but the game did a good job ofOh wow. An FPS game that is actually completely different from other FPS games today. Comparing with most shooters, it does not have regenerating health, you can carry a LOT of weapons and behind the grim atmostphere and story, there is a bit of silliness whenever fighting chimera. Just to point out, Resistance 3 is the first Resistance game I have played but the game did a good job of briefing me the story from what happened in the first two game so I pretty much have no need of playing them really. From what I can tell, some alien virus has landed on earth and turned humans into alien mecha things. From my playthrough, on how the game tells the story seriously, it feels like a B movie of some sort. Moving on to the gameplay, it's like a throw back to Serious Sam and Doom with crazy weapons at your disposal and over the top gun fights with monsters and It has been a while since I had fun with a shooter. I really enjoyed this game and the multiplayer is fun too, with all those weapons I always assume that it would be.… Expand
  30. Robbie111222
    Jan 4, 2012
    9
    Resistance 3 is one of the finest shooters I have ever played, after experiencing resistance 2, which was one of my biggest let downs of a game ever due to its shoddy graphics. I was reluctant to to buy resistance 3, however what a transformation this is. The story is fantastic, and very gripping, giving you the feel of hopelessness, despair as you fight for even a stutter of freedom. TheResistance 3 is one of the finest shooters I have ever played, after experiencing resistance 2, which was one of my biggest let downs of a game ever due to its shoddy graphics. I was reluctant to to buy resistance 3, however what a transformation this is. The story is fantastic, and very gripping, giving you the feel of hopelessness, despair as you fight for even a stutter of freedom. The graphics are also much improved, and environments are finely detailed, and atmospheric, accompanied by the music giving a great overall cinematic feel.

    The gameplay is sweet also, as you advance through the game, a great arsenal of weapons become available, that you can level up, the more you use them, the more powerfull they become. Theirs some great moments here, nothing that hasn't been done before, but it's all done so well, with great attention. If you have any doubts that I had when I bought this then you should bite the bullet and give it a go, you won't be disappointed.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 91 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 91
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 91
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  1. Gamestyle
    Mar 12, 2012
    70
    They say the show must go on and in the Resistance world there are still questions to be answered, but the disappointing nature of this third instalment and its failure to deliver at retail most likely means this is the last release in the series. Perhaps such an end is the best option all round.
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  2. GameCritics
    Dec 19, 2011
    90
    Resistance 3 does plenty. It's beautiful, thrilling, and-quite unexpectedly-contains one of the most memorable campaigns this side of Halo and Half-Life. In a year full of Sony-branded disappointments, Insomniac has produced an absolute gem.
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  3. DarkStation
    Dec 16, 2011
    80
    As a conclusion to the franchise (no doubt pending an awkwardly justified fourth game and spin-offs), Resistance 3 manages to send it off as gracefully as possible.
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