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There's no denying that the PSP is a formidable machine. Though many of its titles are slimmed-down versions of games already available on the PlayStation 2, there's much to be said for taking over the mobbed-up streets of Liberty City while sitting in the post office, or plugging through multiplayer SOCOM missions while waiting at the airport. The PSP can also play films, photos and music and use a plethora of other applications, including internet-related apps. For more information about the system, head on over to our PSP Buying Guide. Also make sure to check out the guide to handheld gaming. Top Rated PSP Games (from GameSpot.com)
Resistance: Retribution

Loco Roco 2

PANGYA: Fantasy Golf

Rock Band Unplugged

Tekken: Dark Resurrection

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII

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Get ready to wrap your fingers around these cool games. For a complete listing, see our upcoming games guide.

Featured Title Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days

After the world of Veldime is cursed by a demonic overlord who turns humans into monsters who terrorize the world, it falls upon Adell, a young warrior and the final remaining human, to voyage to the underworld, vanquish this foe, and return light to the planet. You play as this hero and fight your way through battles in a grid layout. It's a good-looking turn-based strategy RPG that will definitely please fans of the series, and newcomers to Disgaea should also enjoy the action of swapping blows with the forces of darkness.

Release Date: September 8

Dissidia: Final Fantasy

The action RPG brings together a huge cast of characters from the Final Fantasy games in an all-new storyline.

Release: August 25

Need for Speed: SHIFT

The newest PSP appearance of the classic series is designed to produce the most realistic and immersive feel of high-end car racing.

Release: September 15

Star Wars: Battlefront: Elite Squadron

The handheld Battlefront lets you fight your way through the Star Wars universe in an all-new storyline.

Release: November 3

NBA Live 10

The franchise is back again for the new season with updated rosters and gameplay mechanics to deliver a great game of basketball.

Release: October 6

Cars Race-o-Rama

The Disney Pixar movie's characters return in a new racing title that offers lots of customizability and new options for Lightning McQueen.

Release: October 13

Gran Turismo

The legendary auto-racing series looks and feels better than ever with online trading and over 800 vehicles from top manufacturers.

Release: October 1

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2

The second Ulimate Alliance title brings even more classic comic book heroes and villains into the action RPG fray.

Release: September 15

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs

This action game based on the movie lets you play through a host of edible locales from the film.

Release: September 15

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier

The two are reunited in this sequel to the original trilogy, which features customizable gameplay.

Release: November 3

Astro Boy: The Video Game

In this action platformer you'll play as Astro Boy, the bionic hero, and use his powers to save Metro City.

Release: October 20

Pretty Special Programs

Loco Roco 2 : The followup to the original Loco Roco, this 2D platformer is one of the most addictively peppy games ever made with its unique gameplay, vibrant colors and catchy soundtrack.

Resistance: Retribution : Following Resistance: Fall of Man for PlayStation 3, the new Resistance features a brand new story but the same intense shooting action and visuals of the console game.

The Bigs 2 : The Bigs 2 is the best arcade-style baseball game on the market. Like in the original game, you can expect flashy over-the-top baseball action in the palm of your hand.

Rock Band Unplugged : The Rock Band series makes its first appearance on a handheld. The game features 41 tracks and is a solid portable version of the Rock Band experience.

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories : After spending several years in Liberty City, Grand Theft Auto returns to Vice City, where the same classic Grand Theft Auto gameplay shines.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII : A prequel to the legendary Final Fantay VII, the RPG heralded by some as the greatest game ever made, Crisis Core has outstanding gameplay and an epic storyline worthy of preceding the original game.

PANGYA: Fantasy Golf : PANGYA is a great golf game with a lot of style. It offers numerous characters, courses, and game modes and a solid variety of golf action, whether you're looking for realism or off-the-walls gameplay.

Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops : A full-fledged Metal Gear Solid game with an engaging storyline, solid gameplay, excellent graphics and sound, and great online multiplayer.

Daxter : In this spin-off of the Jak series, the titular sidekick gets his own chance to shine and does so with a faithful recreation of the console platformer's gameplay and graphics.

Patapon 2 : Following up the first Patapon, the sequel features more stylish, inventive rhythm-action gameplay, plus a new multiplayer mode.

Sid Meier's Pirates! : The open-ended adventure game lets you take to the high seas and live the exciting life of a pirate. Do what you want, 'cause a pirate is free.

Tekken: Dark Resurrection : The Tekken series is known for its visceral fighting thrills, and the handheld version is a great recreation of the console action. It also features top-notch graphics.

Burnout Legends : One of the deepest racing games around, Burnout Legends holds no bars in providing the most heart-pumping racing action available on the PSP.

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External Links

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Loco Roco 2 : The followup to the original Loco Roco, this 2D platformer is one of the most addictively peppy games ever made with its unique gameplay, vibrant colors and catchy soundtrack.	Resistance: Retribution : Following Resistance: Fall of Man for PlayStation 3, the new Resistance features a brand new story but the same intense shooting action and visuals of the console game.	The Bigs 2 : The Bigs 2 is the best arcade-style baseball game on the market. Like in the original game, you can expect flashy over-the-top baseball action in the palm of your hand.	Rock Band Unplugged : The Rock Band series makes its first appearance on a handheld. The game features 41 tracks and is a solid portable version of the Rock Band experience.


Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories : After spending several years in Liberty City, Grand Theft Auto returns to Vice City, where the same classic Grand Theft Auto gameplay shines.	Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII : A prequel to the legendary Final Fantay VII, the RPG heralded by some as the greatest game ever made, Crisis Core has outstanding gameplay and an epic storyline worthy of preceding the original game.	PANGYA: Fantasy Golf : PANGYA is a great golf game with a lot of style. It offers numerous characters, courses, and game modes and a solid variety of golf action, whether you're looking for realism or off-the-walls gameplay.	Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops : A full-fledged Metal Gear Solid game with an engaging storyline, solid gameplay, excellent graphics and sound, and great online multiplayer.


Daxter : In this spin-off of the Jak series, the titular sidekick gets his own chance to shine and does so with a faithful recreation of the console platformer's gameplay and graphics.	Patapon 2 : Following up the first Patapon, the sequel features more stylish, inventive rhythm-action gameplay, plus a new multiplayer mode.	Sid Meier's Pirates! : The open-ended adventure game lets you take to the high seas and live the exciting life of a pirate. Do what you want, 'cause a pirate is free.	Tekken: Dark Resurrection : The Tekken series is known for its visceral fighting thrills, and the handheld version is a great recreation of the console action. It also features top-notch graphics.	Burnout Legends : One of the deepest racing games around, Burnout Legends holds no bars in providing the most heart-pumping racing action available on the PSP.