Man, it’s wild to think the PS3 first came out twenty years ago! When it launched, it was in a weird spot – trying to compete with the super popular Wii and the Xbox 360, which all the hardcore gamers loved. Honestly, looking back, not a lot of games on the PS3 really stuck with me for a long time back then.
The PlayStation 3 eventually became well-known for hits like The Last of Us and GTA 5. But that shouldn’t overshadow some of its lesser-known, excellent games. Titles like Resistance: Fall of Man and The Darkness, for example, deserve a modern update for the PS5 or current generation consoles.
Tokyo Jungle Will Not Be Lost Ever Again
The game Tokyo Jungle is set in Tokyo, but it’s a Tokyo without any people. Instead, the city is now overrun by plants and animals. Players take on the role of one of these animals, each with their own unique objectives as they navigate the abandoned streets.
Despite being made by Japan Studio, a major developer for Sony, the game has a distinct indie feel. The world is beautifully designed, and the animal characters are surprisingly engaging and well-developed. This description is relevant when discussing a potential PS5 remake.
Singularity Could Unify Players With A Remake
Singularity follows Captain Nathaniel Renko, a U.S. Recon Marine, as he jumps between the present day and 1955. He doesn’t realize that his time travel is causing bizarre events, including the release of terrifying creatures.
Despite being created by Raven Software, the team behind many popular Call of Duty games, Singularity didn’t receive the recognition it deserved. Though first-person shooter horror games exist, Singularity offers a unique experience by blending science fiction into the genre in a compelling way.
Fat Princess Could Get Big With a Remake
In Fat Princess, players work together to support the princess and her kingdom. You can choose from different roles, like workers who build up the castle and fight off attackers, or priests who heal teammates.
Even though the idea seems simple, Fat Princess is surprisingly clever and reminds players of classic strategy games like Lemmings, where you also direct characters to complete tasks. While the concept might benefit from some updates for today’s gamers, a remake could really showcase the game’s potential.
Folklore Deserves to Be Retold
In the story Folklore, college student Ellen and journalist Keats find themselves magically transported from Ireland to a strange and wondrous world called the Netherworld. This journey helps Ellen recover lost memories, uncovering difficult truths about her past.
Initially, the game Folklore might seem more like a fantasy movie than a video game, and that’s actually a good thing. What makes it really stand out is the ability to seamlessly switch between the real world and a magical realm called the Netherworld. This feature is the type that would make a game highly sought after if it were remade today.
The Darkness Should Not Be Left in the Dark
Based on the comic book series of the same name, The Darkness follows Jackie Estacado as he seeks revenge against mob boss Paulie Franchetti. Franchetti has already destroyed Jackie’s childhood home and killed his girlfriend, leaving Jackie with nothing left to lose—except the dangerous abilities he’ll use to destroy those who’ve wronged him.
It’s probably a good thing that The Darkness became a video game before a movie. The game lets you really experience and use Jackie’s special abilities, which is much more fun.
Puppeteer Should Receive a Remake With No Strings Attached
A man mysteriously finds himself on the Moon, transformed into a puppet. He’s desperate to get back to Earth, but he’s stuck dealing with problems on the Moon first. His main task is to defeat the cruel Moon Bear King, who’s been causing trouble for everyone.
The game is wonderfully charming, which makes it disappointing that it’s still only available on the PS3, limiting who can play it. It really deserves a modern update, and could be even better with a bigger world and more characters to help the main character, Kutaro, on his adventure.
MotorStorm Would Cause a Storm if It Was Remade Today
MotorStorm is a racing game known for its more rugged and gritty feel compared to games like Gran Turismo. Players can select from a variety of damaged and worn vehicles and then race on challenging tracks that change with each lap.
You know, if they remade MotorStorm now, I think they could really go all-in on the whole smashing-cars-into-each-other thing. It was already a pretty intense game compared to most racers, and leaning into vehicular combat would be amazing – just pure, glorious chaos! Sadly, I think we’re stuck with MotorStorm: Apocalypse from over fifteen years ago as the closest we’ll get to that experience.
WarHawk Could Make an Offline Comeback
WarHawk was an online multiplayer shooter, now no longer available, where players battled in military-style games like deathmatch and capture the flag. It successfully adapted popular first-person shooter ideas into a third-person perspective.
A remake of WarHawk today would definitely need a single-player mode, or at least the option to play without an internet connection. Interestingly, the original developers at Incognito Entertainment were worried the single-player experience wouldn’t be as good as the popular multiplayer aspect.
inFamous Could See a Famous Remake
I’m really into this game called inFamous. It’s set in Empire City, which feels a lot like New York, but way more run-down. Seriously, crime is out of control there. I play as Cole MacGrath, and it’s basically my job to keep the whole city from falling apart. It’s a lot of pressure, but super fun!
Beyond its action gameplay, inFamous tackles complex themes, making it one of the most thought-provoking games on the PS3, comparable to titles like The Last of Us and Uncharted. The game’s focus on choices and their consequences—which can lead to a city falling into disorder—gives it a lot of emotional depth, and a remake could amplify that impact even further.
Resistance Could Rise Again With a Remake
The game Resistance: Fall of Man takes place in 1951, long after humanity first encountered an alien insect species called the Chimera. By this point, the Chimera have conquered most of Europe and are invading Britain. Players control Sergeant Nathan Hale, an American soldier who joins British forces to fight back and destroy the alien threat.
Man, I was really hoping we’d get a new Resistance game today, or at least something to go up against Helldivers 2. Seriously, out of all the old PS3 games that deserve a remake, Resistance is top of my list. It just needs a bigger story and a wider world – more places overrun by the Chimera, you know? Give us more to do and it would be amazing.
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2026-05-26 04:11