LittleBigPlanet 3
- November 18, 2014
- Sumo Digital
Not the best game in the series, and definitely not the most refreshing or the most remarkable, but a solid LBP game and platformer nonetheless that everyone should be able to enjoy.
LittleBigPlanet 3 is a platformer game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op for up to 2 players. The game invites you to explore the Imagisphere, meet new characters, and overcome challenges, while also providing a platform for creativity. With intuitive customization tools, players can bring their imagination to life and enjoy levels and games created by the LittleBigPlanet community.
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Reviews
- Charming and cute visuals that appeal to both kids and adults.
- Offers a vast array of creative tools and user-generated content, enhancing replayability.
- Engaging story campaign with imaginative new characters and gameplay mechanics.
- The adventure mode is relatively short and lacks depth in utilizing new characters.
- Frequent bugs and glitches can hinder gameplay experience.
- Cooperative play has limitations and can feel restrictive at times.
- story9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story in LittleBigPlanet 3 is generally praised for its immersive and engaging campaign, featuring imaginative characters and beautifully crafted levels, though some players find it short and lacking in depth regarding character development. While the game introduces new gameplay elements and encourages exploration, it also faces criticism for occasional confusion in story levels and technical issues that can detract from the experience. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong foundation, but many players desire more innovation and depth.
“LittleBigPlanet 3 is the greatest installment in the series so far, bringing not just a complex toolbox for imaginative players but also a great story campaign that delights and amuses practically all the time.”
“[Strong and immersive storyline, gadgets and sack pocket add new gameplay layers, beautifully crafted levels and soundtrack, new characters to master, strong community-created content.]”
“[Sackboy’s new friends and new power-ups, the story structure really encourages you to go back and explore, Popit puzzles are a great creation tutorial, vast array of new creation tools and possibilities, full backwards compatibility to all the community levels and DLC.]”
“The story feels short and doesn’t really explore the new characters too well.”
“The story feels like it's over far too soon.”
“New characters aren't portrayed all that much, and some story levels feel a bit confusing.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their gorgeous visuals and charm, particularly in the context of user-created content and the campaign. However, some reviewers feel that the updated PS4 graphics do not fully showcase the console's capabilities and fall short of the groundbreaking achievements of the original game. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, there is a sense of underwhelming innovation in the graphical presentation.
“LBP's visuals look stitch-perfect on PS4, new toys and characters are great fun to play with, and the possibilities are even more endless in create mode.”
“Great visuals and charm, endless user-created content, for newcomers or fans, the best campaign in the series.”
“The fleshed-out story mode features gorgeous visuals, an intuitive level editor, and a great soundtrack and voice acting, along with imaginative new characters.”
“Very much follows the LBP pattern; visuals don't showcase PlayStation 4.”
“But even with its new content, including three unique and playable characters, new story missions, and updated 1080p graphics, I was left underwhelmed and wishing for more innovation.”
“Fails to meet the groundbreaking achievement of the original; the updated PS4 graphics feel generally underwhelming.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a strong and immersive storyline, enhanced by creative gadgets and new characters that encourage exploration and mastery. Players enjoy beautifully crafted levels, a rich soundtrack, and a robust community-driven content creation system, including access to millions of user-generated levels. Overall, the gameplay maintains the smoothness and charm of previous titles while introducing fresh elements that enrich the experience.
“New, creative gadgets allow for and encourage deeper exploration. Intricate stage decoration and quirky NPCs adeptly world-build. Background music perfectly sets the ambience and tone, adding to the playfulness of gameplay. The level editor is a rabbit hole of creative possibilities.”
“Access to over 9 million user-generated levels from LBP and LBP2, three new and unique playable characters, and the same great gameplay as the first two titles.”
“Looks and feels like LBP proper, with consistently smooth gameplay. New characters change the way the game is played.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautifully crafted soundtrack that enhances the immersive storytelling and playful atmosphere. Reviewers highlight how the background music effectively sets the tone and complements the imaginative level design and character interactions. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's engaging experience and creative possibilities.
“The background music perfectly sets the ambience and tone, adding to the playfulness of gameplay.”
“The beautifully crafted levels and soundtrack create an immersive experience.”
“The great soundtrack and voice acting enhance the fleshed-out story mode.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for being buggy and glitch-ridden, with users noting that the new characters are underutilized and the overall experience falls short of expectations for a mainline LittleBigPlanet title. Additionally, the short story mode contributes to the perception of instability in gameplay.
“The game is buggy, with new characters not utilized enough; it's not the revolution that you expect from a new mainline LBP game.”
“There are numerous glitches and bugs, especially in the short story mode.”
Critic Reviews
LittleBigPlanet 3 Review (PS4)
LittleBigPlanet 3 is the greatest installment in the series so far, bringing not just a complex toolbox for imaginative players but also a great story campaign that delights and amuses practically all the time. Throw in the already amazing levels being pumped out by the community and you can expect to spend a lot of time with the game on PS4. Sure, the loading times and the limited situations in which you can use the new characters aren't that great, but it's still enjoyable nonetheless.
95%LittleBigPlanet 3 (PS4) Review
For anyone who has played LittleBigPlanet before, LBP3 will feel right at home in the franchise.
70%LittleBigPlanet 3 Review
If variety is the spice of life, then LittleBigPlanet 3 should come with three chilli peppers printed on its box. Sumo Digital has somehow managed to pack Sackboy’s sixth outing with a stream of fresh ideas, and while the campaign will leave you longing for more, the series’ established community should keep you well supplied thereafter. With a string of new tools on offer, creator curators will have a blast exploring all of the possibilities available here – and while you’ll certainly need dedication to get the best out of them, the lazy among you will more than get your fill via the output of more industrious players over time.
80%
