Published on December 24, 2022
Updated on February 26, 2024

14 Best PlayStation 3 Platformer Games

The platformer genre has always been a joy to play covering amazing ideas both in the 2d and the 3d genre. The Sony PlayStation was always ahead of its time with some of the most iconic and memorable Platformers, while the Ps3 got a slow start with the Platforming genre developers caught up later to bring amazing titles to the console covering both amazing sequels and outstanding new titles.

With amazing titles like Ratchet and Clank, Sly Cooper, and Rayman today we are here to shower you with our best Platformer games on the mighty PlayStation 3, covering multiple genres, mainstream tiles, and hidden gems.

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Puppeteer


2013
About
Release Date
September 05, 2013
Developer
Japan Studio
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Japan
PS3 Releases
2013-09-05
2013-09-10
2013-09-11

Puppeteer is a well-crafted 2d platformer with a unique art style and a folktale story. The game follows the story of Kutaro a mysterious boy who has been sucked into a new world, now headless and lost Kutaro ventures into this new world looking for a way out.

Kutaro can use different heads to obtain many abilities, through the majority of the game Kutaro use a scissor cutting off through each stage scenery to reach inaccessible areas. In addition, Kutaro can use a bomb to defeat different enemies, a shield to reflect attacks, and a hook to change the scenery. Overall, this is a unique platformer with a huge emphasis on the atmosphere and the story that might have gone under the radar of many gamers.

Sonic Generations


2011
About
Release Date
November 01, 2011
Developer
Sonic Team
Publisher
SEGA
Franchise
Sonicâ„¢
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Japan
PS3 Releases
2011-11-01
2011-11-03
2011-11-04
2011-12-01

Sonic Generation is a well-crafted reboot that perfectly combines elements of the classic sonic and modern platformers. The game allows the player to control two variants of sonic, the classic sonic, and the modern sonic.

Classic Sonic gameplay is restricted to side-scrolling mimicking the look and the feel of the early sonic game, while the modern Sonic offers a 3d experience with a free camera mimicking the later 3d sonic games. Both game modes feature collecting rings, power-ups, invincibility, and speed shoes. At the end of every level, the players are given a grade based on their performance. On the whole Sonic Generation is a solid title appealing to both old and new fans offering beautiful art and addicting gameplay.

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time


2013
About
Release Date
February 05, 2013
Developer
Sanzaru Games
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Franchise
Sly Cooper
Genre
3D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States
PS3 Releases
2013-02-05
2013-03-28

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time was the fourth and latest game in the Sly Cooper series. The game is a direct sequel to Sly Cooper 3 following a new adventure with Sly and his comrade through time.

Just like in the previous games in the series mostly the player will control Sly who must sneak around and complete various objectives to restore the history of the Thievius Raccoonus. Many of Sly’s abilities return, such as navigating poles and ropes, jumping across narrow platforms, and stealing items from guards. New to this game are costumes earned throughout the course of the game, which gives Sly access to new abilities.

Ratchet & Clank Future Tools of Destruction


2007
About
Release Date
October 23, 2007
Developer
Insomniac Games
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Franchise
Ratchet & Clank
Genre
3D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States
PS3 Releases
2007-10-23
2007-11-09
2007-11-15

Ratchet & Clank Future Tools of Destruction is a 3d action platformer game, it is the sixth main installment of the Ratchet & Clank  series. The game follows Ratchet and Clank as they travel to the Polaris Galaxy after planet Kerwan is invaded by Emperor Tachyon, a cragmite who is intent on destroying Ratchet, the last lombax.

The game sticks to the old formula offering an action 3d platformer game with shooting elements a witty story and upgraded visuals. Mostly the player will control Ratchet visiting many planets and fighting off different enemies using the iconic wrench and several other weapons. Just like in the previous games, weapons can gain experience points but in addition, the player can collect special crystals to upgrade the weapon’s range and power. On the whole, Ratchet & Clank Future is a well-crafted sequel sticking to the old formula with new visuals and a funny story to explore.

LittleBigPlanet / LittleBigPlanet 2


2008 / 2011
About
Full Name
LittleBigPlanetâ„¢
Release Date
October 27, 2008
Developer
Media Molecule
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Franchise
LittleBigPlanetâ„¢
Genre
3D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
PS3 Releases
2008-10-27
2008-10-30
2008-11-05
2008-11-07
About
Full Name
LittleBigPlanetâ„¢ 2
Release Date
January 18, 2011
Developer
Media Molecule
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Franchise
LittleBigPlanetâ„¢
Genre
3D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
PS3 Releases
2011-01-18
2011-01-19
2011-01-20

LittleBigPlanet is a creative puzzle platform video game series with a huge emphasis on user-generated content encouraging the player to play, create, and share. The player controls Sackboy as he travels around the fictional world of LittleBigPlanet solving puzzles and overcoming many obstacles.

The first game story mode of LittleBigPlanet consists of eight themed areas, each with three or four main levels. Keys are hidden throughout the main levels, which when collected unlock bonus levels. This adds up to a grand total of fifty levels. In the second game, players are not restricted solely to platforming levels and can choose to create many types of levels including racing, puzzle, and role-playing games. Overall, the LittleBigPlanet series is well worth it on the system offering a beautiful art style and creative gameplay.

Disney's DuckTales: Remastered


2013 Remake
About
Release Date
April 11, 2013
Initial Release: January 26, 1990
Developer
Capcom
Publisher
Capcom
Genre
2D Platformer
Graphics
2D
Perspective
Side Scroller
Interaction
Real-Time
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Japan
PS3 Releases
2014-04-11

Ducktales: Remastered is a Metroidvania-style 2d platformer, the game is a remake of the well-known Ducktales game released on the NES. Like the original game, the game follows the adventure of Scrooge McDuck as he travels across the world in search of five treasures to increase his fortune.

The game offers a side-scrolling environment with 2d visuals, Scrooge can use his can to destroy the platform beneath him reaching up to new areas, and also defeat his enemies. In the course of each stage, Uncle Scrooge can also collect different treasures and diamonds to increase his fortune, also he can collect various food items to recover his health bar. All five levels from the original game are available, all of them which have been hugely expanded, and can be played in any order.

Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)


2016
About
Release Date
June 23, 2016
Developer
E-Line Media
Publisher
E-Line Media
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States
PS3 Releases
2015-12-23

Never Alone is a puzzle platformer adventure video game, the world takes huge inspiration from the Inupiaq folk tales. The player takes control of Nuna an Inupiaq girl and her fox swapping between them to complete various puzzles and overcome many obstacles.

While the fox is agile and fast, Nuna can interact with different objects and also can use her bola to reach higher areas. Unlike most action-adventure games the game focuses hugely on puzzle solving and storytelling offering a friendly experience for all kinds of gamers.

Braid


2008
About
Release Date
August 06, 2008
Developer
Hothead Games
Publisher
Hothead Games
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Canada
PS3 Releases
2009-11-12

Braid is a puzzle-platform video game that uses elements of time manipulation to complete various puzzles. The game follows the story of Tim a man searching for a princess who has been kidnapped by an evil monster. At first glance, the game looks like a normal 2d platformer, but the game’s main focus is puzzling.

Tim can run and jump and do basic platforming moves, with one extra unique ability, the ability to rewind time. Using the time manipulation ability the player can beat down certain enemies, reach for items that can’t be reached through normal ways, and escape death. The game offers 6 main worlds, and each world has its own time mechanics and gimmick to get used to. The goal of each stage is to collect a puzzle piece to create a jigsaw puzzle that advances the story. Overall Braid is well worth it with interesting gameplay mechanics and some challenging puzzles to solve.

Tales from Space: About a Blob


2011
About
Release Date
February 01, 2011
Developer
DrinkBox Studios
Publisher
DrinkBox Studios
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Canada
PS3 Releases
2011-02-01

Tales from Space: About a Blob is a fun 2d puzzle platform video game, the game follows the story of a mysterious extraterrestrial creature who landed on earth, upon landing the blob creature is captured by an evil scientist and must escape and save his fellow blob creatures.

The player controls a gelatinous blob creature where the goal of each stage is to digest different objects on the stage and use them at your service. For example, the blob can absorb objects and shoot them back in different directions to open new areas or defeat enemies. Over the course of the level, the player must reach a specific size to advance to the next level, this can be done by absorbing many objects on the stage. On the whole, About a Blob is a solid puzzle-platform video game with addicting gameplay and a witty story.

Spelunky


2008
About
Release Date
December 21, 2008
Developer
Mossmouth
Publisher
Mossmouth
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Multiplayer, Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States

Spelunky is a roguelike 2d platformer game, the player control an unnamed adventurer exploring various tunnels, and gathering treasures while fighting off many enemies.

The spelunker can use a whip to defeat his enemies while collecting various treasures on the stage, a limited number of ropes and bombs can be held to help you navigate the stage. Enemies include bats, snakes, spiders, and many others. Overall, the game is very addicting offering a unique experience for each player with the roguelike elements.

LIMBO


2010
About
Release Date
July 21, 2010
Developer
Playdead
Publisher
Xbox Game Studios
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States
PS3 Releases
2011-07-19

Limbo is a 2d puzzle platform game offering a dark atmosphere with some brutal puzzles along the way. The player controls a mysterious boy through a dark and eerie world, full of dangers the player must overcome many obstacles and solve many head-scratching puzzles to advance in the game.

The game is presented in a black and white tone offering a great atmosphere for horror genres fan, the boy can run jump, and move along the world interacting with objects such as pushing boxes and pulling ropes. The second half of the game offers more complex puzzles using mechanical ledges and gravity manipulation. Overall, limbo is a masterpiece on it’s own despite the difficulty, solving the puzzles is very rewarding especially when reaching the ending.

Thomas Was Alone


2014
About
Release Date
July 24, 2014
Developer
Bithell
Publisher
Bithell
Genre
2D Platformer
Players
Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
PS3 Releases
2013-04-23

Thomas Was Alone is a simple 2d platform puzzle game, the player takes control of different shaped characters. The goal of each stage is to get the shapes to their outlines. The player begins the game controlling Thomas a red quadrangle with limited abilities.

Over the course of the game, Thomas makes new friends that are presented in different shapes and have different abilities that will help him through the game stages. One shape can act as a base jump trampoline while the other can float on water and many other shapes with different abilities. While the game has a very simple premise the amazing execution and brilliant narrative make this game a must-play on the system.

Journey


2012
About
Release Date
March 13, 2012
Developer
Thatgamecompany
Publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genre
Adventure
Players
Multiplayer, Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
United States
PS3 Releases
2012-03-13

Journey is an amazing 3d platformer with outstanding graphics and a near-masterpiece story. The player controls a robed figure in a vast desert, the goal of the game is to reach a mountain appearing in the distance while climbing and confronting different obstacles.

The player can walk and glide into the vast desert reaching different areas, further up the player can run jump, and even fly to reach a higher platform and advance. While the game premise is pretty simple the outstanding environment, the solid control, and the amazing ending make this game well worth it.

Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons


2013
About
Release Date
September 03, 2013
Developer
Starbreeze Studios
Publisher
505 Games
Genre
Action Adventure
Players
Couch Co-Op, Single Player
Monetization
Buy to Play
Country of Origin
Sweden
PS3 Releases
2013-09-03

Brothers A Tale Of Two Sons is a unique co-op puzzle platformer, the game offers a great single-player experience and an even greater co-op experience. The player takes the role of two sons in a mythical fairy tale world, the two sons must embark on a journey to find a cure for their sick father.

The game is presented from a third-person perspective where the player controls the two brothers at the same time, each brother’s movement is assigned to one side on the controller where they lay on each other to complete various puzzles. For example, the little brother can pass through tight entries to unlock doors and such, and the big brother can move heavy objects and swim. Overall, the unique controls and the amazing fairy tail world make this game a must-play on the system for puzzle fans.

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