Toy Story 3: The Video Game

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 982 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Toy Story 3 is a surprisingly enjoyable experience for gamers of all ages. You may just revisit your lost youth for a few hours in the story mode, and then go have some fun as an adult in the Toy Box.
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Toy Story 3: The Video Game is a fun-filled adventure that allows players to control their favorite toys from the movie. With a focus on ensuring no toy gets left behind, the game features various levels and challenges set in familiar Toy Story locations. The game offers a combination of action and puzzle-solving, capturing the humor and heart of the beloved film series.

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  • Windows
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  • Play​station 2
  • Play​station 3
  • PSP
  • Wii
  • Xbox
  • Xbox 360
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Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 982 reviews
story56 positive mentions
graphics28 negative mentions
  • The game is a nostalgic trip for many players, bringing back fond childhood memories.
  • Despite its flaws, the story mode is enjoyable and offers a fun experience for players of all ages.
  • Toy Box mode provides a lot of content and opportunities for exploration and creativity, making it a highlight of the game.
  • This version is a poor port of the Wii version, lacking many features and content present in the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions.
  • The graphics are significantly downgraded, and many players report bugs and crashes that hinder gameplay.
  • The game has misleading marketing, showcasing content and graphics from the superior console versions, leading to disappointment among buyers.
  • story281 mentions

    The story mode of "Toy Story 3: The Video Game" closely follows the plot of the film, providing a nostalgic experience for fans, though it is notably short, often completed in under two hours. While the main narrative is well-received, many players express disappointment with the toy box mode, which lacks content and depth compared to previous versions, leading to repetitive gameplay and a feeling of incompleteness. Overall, while the story captures the essence of the movie, the execution in this port has left many feeling that it falls short of the original's charm and richness.

    • “Great trip down memory lane, and the first mission made me feel a lot of nostalgia.”
    • “The story mode has nine levels, this follows the events in the movie, as well as the opening sequence from Toy Story 2.”
    • “With that being said, if you grew up with Toy Story, you will have so many memories and nostalgia towards the whole gang, and you will more than likely get a lot of enjoyment with this game if only for those reasons.”
    • “The story mode is missing entire scenes and gameplay sections.”
    • “I bought this game and I thought it's like Toy Story 2 or better; it's not, it's poorly designed and has no story at all. I did not like anything about this game; it's not worth your time and effort.”
    • “After doing some missions for a while, you'll eventually find yourself repeating the same missions with the progression basically stopping at that point.”
  • graphics104 mentions

    The graphics of the PC version of Toy Story 3 are widely criticized as a significant downgrade from the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, with many reviewers noting that it is essentially a port of the inferior Wii version. Players report poor texture resolution, glitchy visuals, and a lack of customization options, leading to an overall disappointing experience for those expecting modern graphics. For the best visual experience, it is strongly recommended to play the game on console rather than PC.

    • “Overall, decent game with nice visuals, gameplay and depth offering many tasks and challenges to keep you busy.”
    • “Its been almost nearly a decade since I've played it since during my middle school era I got it on the PS3 version and it came with a movie voucher. Now years later on the PC version, I love the graphics overall!”
    • “If you already own an Xbox 360 and are looking for something to play with a child, or just want a good, solid light-hearted game, buy the Xbox 360 version, which has great visuals and two-player splitscreen co-op in a world filled with quests, upgrades and exploration.”
    • “After playing it for 26 hours, I can say that the graphics and texture resolution is a downgrade compared to the PS3/Xbox 360 edition. The graphics look like the Wii version was ported to Steam, and there's some bugs with the shadows (including flickering shadows) and other bugs. However, there's a fan-made remake of this game currently being worked on inside of the Unreal Engine.”
    • “The screenshots lie; this is the Wii version which has a severely cut down toy box and lesser graphics.”
    • “Honestly, if you're going to buy this game, I suggest getting it on PS3 because let me tell you, this PC port is a very diluted version of the PS3 game; even the graphics are downscaled!”
  • gameplay40 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and a short main campaign of only eight levels, which some players found imaginative and enjoyable, while others criticized it for being bland and lacking depth. Despite the fun platforming challenges and colorful visuals, many users noted significant differences between the console and PC versions, including missing content and poor instructions. Overall, while some aspects of the gameplay are engaging, the experience is marred by technical issues and a lack of substantial content.

    • “The mechanics are pretty simple all things considered, and the main campaign is pretty short at only 8 levels, but the imagination that comes with those 8 levels is stellar.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and colorful but not too overwhelming.”
    • “Overall, decent game with nice visuals, gameplay, and depth offering many tasks and challenges to keep you busy.”
    • “The story mode is missing entire scenes and gameplay sections.”
    • “The large majority of the unlockables were cut, a large amount of unique areas, people, quests, and once again, gameplay sections.”
    • “Played this for a short while, didn't have a clue what to do, instructions poor, gameplay boring.”
  • stability18 mentions

    The game is widely reported to be unstable, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay and sound, particularly in toybox mode. While some users managed to troubleshoot issues and get it running on low-end hardware, frequent crashes and missing console features detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its stability.

    • “The Steam version still runs great on even low-end hardware, making it a fun collectathon without crazy difficulty in a classic IP.”
    • “The Steam version still runs great on even low-end hardware, making it a fun collectathon without crazy difficulty in a classic IP.”
    • “Sadly, this game is buggy as hell, but I can't bring myself to give it the little thumbs down :(”
    • “Game takes lots of troubleshooting to open.”
    • “Bad and buggy port - do not buy.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game is highlighted by the beloved track "You've Got a Friend in Me," alongside a relaxing soundtrack that enhances the experience. However, some players noted a lack of music and sound effects during missions, which detracted from the overall immersion. Despite these shortcomings, the official movie soundtrack and the engaging Woody's Roundup mode contribute positively to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack of this game is great; it's got some wonderful music to relax to, alongside the all-time favorite 'You've Got a Friend in Me.'”
    • “It's the official movie soundtrack that elevates the mediocre campaign, and the ambitious Woody's Roundup mode offers an open-world adventure that stands apart from the main campaign.”
    • “The soundtrack of this game is fantastic, featuring great music that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Every mission there was no music and no sound effects.”
    • “Music cut when riding rails.”
    • “But if you’re not in it for Woody’s Roundup, or if you can move past things like missing music/sfx, a lack of individual customization, and downgraded graphics, Toy Story 3 is an excellent game, for both kids and adults.”
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing in parts, particularly the character designs, while others feel it falls short compared to previous versions. Overall, the nostalgia factor does not translate into a genuinely funny experience, leaving some players disappointed.

    • “The only reason I even bought this game was because I already had the game before as a PC DVD copy back in my single-digit age days, and I thought it would be a hilarious look back.”
    • “Funny enough, this feels more like a bootleg version of the Xbox and PS3 version, which were the best because there was no missing content.”
    • “But funny enough, it's actually worse.”
  • monetization8 mentions

    The monetization of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users highlighting misleading marketing and false advertisements that misrepresent the product. Many feel that the game prioritizes profit over quality, detracting from the nostalgic experience they sought.

    • “I was trying to replay a game from my childhood and the fact is that this is a misrepresented false marketing and a cash grab.”
    • “False ads, this one is a different version from PS3.”
    • “This game is nothing but a cash grab with a side of tomfoolery.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The Wii version of the game suffers from significant optimization issues, resulting in cut content and incomplete missions in the toy box. Additionally, the game lacks proper optimization for both keyboard and mouse as well as gamepad controls.

    • “The game is not optimized for keyboard and mouse or gamepad.”
    • “The Wii version of this game had a lot of cut content due to performance, which means many of the missions in the toy box can't be completed.”
    • “The game is not optimized for keyboard and mouse or gamepad controls.”
    • “The Wii version of this game had a lot of cut content due to performance, which means many of the missions in the toy box can't be completed.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players frequently highlight the emotional impact of the game, particularly noting a strong sense of nostalgia evoked by the first mission, which serves as a powerful reminder of past experiences.

    • “Great trip down memory lane, and the first mission made me feel a lot of nostalgia.”
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