Resistance 3

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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 690 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 502 out of 690
  2. Mixed: 124 out of 690
  3. Negative: 64 out of 690
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  1. 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
  2. killzone3
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    Amazing game is very frsh and new compared to the gerneric space marines shooting a gun and always win the day.

    This is one of best stories in gaming history and would be amazing as a movie,you never feel like your playing game,you just get lost in the amazing story n gameplay. This is GOTY
  3. 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
  4. dmonee
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    MAN! some of you are rough. Let me start by stating if you have a 3D TV and haven't played a game in 3D yet, then pick this game up. It'll blow your mind. The presentation is awsome, the atmosphere is definitely eerie. It gives you a feeling of an America stuck somewhere between the 30's and 40's. Even though it takes place in the 50's (it's tough to innovate when your world has beenMAN! some of you are rough. Let me start by stating if you have a 3D TV and haven't played a game in 3D yet, then pick this game up. It'll blow your mind. The presentation is awsome, the atmosphere is definitely eerie. It gives you a feeling of an America stuck somewhere between the 30's and 40's. Even though it takes place in the 50's (it's tough to innovate when your world has been overrun by aliens). The campaign gives you a sense of urgency as you travel about the map trying to end the Chimera invasion. Actually, the people have given up and you just want to survive at this point. The game is great. It's not COD, or Battlefield, nor does it want to be. It's original on its own rite. No hide and heal here. It's more of kill some baddies and hope there is a health canister near by(in easier modes they are plentiful) I like this because it keeps you fighting without having to take a break and wait 5secs. to heal up. Just keep gunning and hope you run over one and then keep gunning and fighting. The weapons are far out, and the enemy death animations rival Gears of War. Over the top blood and limbs a flying everywhere. I have yet to dabble alot in multiplayer and will be doing so for the coming months. I recommend this game to all PS3 owners that want action and to FPS lovers. Like I stated, it's not COD or Battlefield but it does have nuances those games don't have, ala the heal system, atmosphere, almost feels like a blockbuster movie. Between Killzone 3, Uncharted, it doesn't get much better for PS3 exclusives this year.… Expand
  5. DreSmartStb
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    Major improvements over the previous
    in all aspects, effects, light, textures, frame rate, the online is pretty fun.

    and the story is enjoyable

    Who gave 6 or less, 1 or 0 ? are perfect haters
  6. oilahize
    Sep 11, 2011
    10
    Best FPS CAMPAIGN I've played in a while. It reminded me of Half Life. Definitely my favorite FPS on the PS3. I already want to dive back in and play on CO OP. I like the COMPETITIVE multiplayer but wish they would have stuck to the shorter match times of the beta.
  7. awesome_eggy
    Sep 18, 2011
    10
    bargain bin with KZ3 next month.awful game.another flop from sony. how many is that? will this hit 900000 sales?lol. doubt it. everything about this game is just average.
  8. tylerkenobi
    Sep 27, 2011
    10
    i like it. it is even better than Resistance 2. It is the best part of the series!
  9. moegooner88
    Sep 7, 2011
    10
    Where is G4TV Review Metacritic, it gave resistance 3 a perfect score and was published more than 24 hrs ago, huh only posting the negative ones so far, pathetic !
  10. 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
  11. Daniel_93
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    If a game changes people complain, if a game doesn't change people complain, there's no pleasing some people. This game should be judged for what it is, not compared with Resistance 2.
    The difference between user and reviewer score really shows the incapability of most users of judging a game objectively.
  12. Arend94
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    This game is really good. Insomniac improved the game on al points. Story is better told, the atmosphere is extremely well done, the shooting action feels better, multiplayer is better, graphics and audio is really good. Overall, love this game!
  13. Holeran
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    Honestly to me this game has taken shooter of the year so far. Aside from the framerate drops in multiplayer( which insomniac says they will have taken care of inside a week) I can't see how I could enjoy a fps more. The single player campaign, co-op campaign, and multiplayer are all top notch. Get this game it does not disappoint. The weather and particle effects in this game are secondHonestly to me this game has taken shooter of the year so far. Aside from the framerate drops in multiplayer( which insomniac says they will have taken care of inside a week) I can't see how I could enjoy a fps more. The single player campaign, co-op campaign, and multiplayer are all top notch. Get this game it does not disappoint. The weather and particle effects in this game are second to none on a console release in my opinion. The action is non-stop with a great feel of a hopeless mood. It has my vote for fps of the year.… Expand
  14. GR3EN_CHRONIC
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    The multiplayer beta was good and playing the final game is even better. It is a big change from the first 2 in terms of art direction and all, but I must say I like the new direction. It gives it a nice change without ruining the core game of the first two. The online is different for sure, but I think it only adds to the overall online experience in my opinion.
  15. 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.
  16. Veneet
    Sep 11, 2011
    10
    Best Single Player campaign in the market............................. Period.There are few xbox 360 fanboys who want to contaminate the pond by their stale comments.These X Boy fanboys don't have exclusives like - Infamous, Resistance, Rachet and clank and daddy of all games UC3.Those people who genuinely want roller coaster single player and decent mp then this game is noBest Single Player campaign in the market............................. Period.There are few xbox 360 fanboys who want to contaminate the pond by their stale comments.These X Boy fanboys don't have exclusives like - Infamous, Resistance, Rachet and clank and daddy of all games UC3.Those people who genuinely want roller coaster single player and decent mp then this game is no brainer,Meanwhile i will shoot some xbox 360 fanboys ............ oops! i mean Chimeras… Expand
  17. Dreddi1
    Sep 12, 2011
    10
    Metacritic and Xbots are trolling this amazing game. Metacritic does not realize(or will not realize) that the game have scored over thirty 9/10-10/10 scores, because only 13 of them are featured on the site. When it comes to the eight idiotic 7/10 reviews though, they sure can find them all! Last time I ever set a foot on this pathetic channel. 10/10 in my book. You mad, bro?
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. Datjushappend
    Sep 7, 2011
    10
    Best campaign in a FPS to date. Multiplayer is enjoyable and better than any other system exclusive. Great game. Period. I actually cared for the characters and felt sorry for the situation they were in. If you want a game with smooth controls and a compelling story, then go buy this now!
  21. TheGamingArt
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    Amazing game, amazing ambiance, decent 3D, great Move controls, and gameplay that follows and improves upon the essence of the first Resistance game. The game is not one to miss, anyone who argues is highly bias.
  22. lakerd
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    My homie and i have. Played. Through about four hours of the campaign.he is a huge. Cod fan. But now says. That series. Needs to step.its. game. Up nuff.said Quite hating and enjoy the ride
  23. fer124
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    the best campaign of any FPS this generation, resistance3 might say, is better than HL2 and HL2 that I love, intense 12 hours, with one of the best stories, addictive to the max

    if you like FPS with good story and incredible atmosphere, resistance3 is the best FPS ever made in 3D de resistance 3 is about the best market tb, incredible, is far better than 3D KZ3 not playing, R3 is    the best campaign of any FPS this generation, resistance3 might say, is better than HL2 and HL2 that I love, intense 12 hours, with one of the best stories, addictive to the max

    if you like FPS with good story and incredible atmosphere, resistance3 is the best FPS ever made in

    3D de resistance 3 is about the best market tb, incredible, is far better than 3D KZ3

    not playing, R3 is missing some of the best games this generation, and I have not tried the online looks good too    … Expand
  24. glob23
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    the best FPS and played for years, a very good IA, a campaign buenisima, good graphics, addictive to the max, with the move moves fairly well, going to have to download a patch for the online and after installation, the load times are very low, and the online works of luxury, do not miss it
  25. tuyrre
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    the best I've ever played in FPSs, the campaign is long and very good, a big game, playing on hard mode and play like dog so superhuman, not yet the proven 3D, but my friends say pro is what 3d better now eager to try
  26. Zeksta
    Sep 9, 2011
    10
    Amazing game play! Just finished playing SP and I must say I was astounded by how well they're adapted the story from one character to another, along with that the Multi-Player is a blast! I'm only level 10 at the moment but I really am enjoying the game so far, it's a sure fire 10 from me!
  27. TrevZ
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    I don't understand how it has a user score of 5.6, and yet almost all reviews are positive... I guess Xbots got bored that they havent had a new great game in a couple months, but anyways this game is fantastic, the ending could've been better, but overall an amazing package that has a great story, guns, multiplayer and split-screen.
  28. 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
  29. BADMAN
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    Awesome campaign and it actually feels like Resistance 3 other then resistance 2.5 like killzone 3 did. introducing co op on the campaign its really cool probably the best thing about it, weapon are awesome and full of action.
  30. topmansam
    Sep 11, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing. I wasn't a huge fan of resistance 2 but resistance 3 delivers with full force on story gameplay, multiplayer and presentation. A must buy for fps fans.
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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 91 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 91
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 91
  3. Negative: 0 out of 91
  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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