It’d be an unending debate to decide which is the best first person shooter for PS3, or for any other platform for that matter. That’s why we’ve decided to list out the finest among the lot, so you’ll easily be able to decide for yourselves as to which one suits your taste the most. The PS3 may be from the previous generation now, but developers have given us some really grand last-gen titles which in a way, are enough for keeping you going until you purchase the PS4. For all the FPS fans out there, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of games you can enjoy on your PS3s now. Let’s take a look at them.
1 ”“ Killzone 3
Killzone 3 is a PS3-exclusive, and it was met with immense acclaim when it came out back in 2011. It was a technologically superior game in many ways, for it presented its visuals in stereoscopic 3D on compatible screens, whereas it even featured support for the PS Move accessory, letting you wield it as a gun. Fast-paced FPS action, an engaging story and a number of other elements make this game a truly enjoyable experience.
2 ”“ Borderlands 2
Borderlands 2 is all about its multiplayer model which allows 4-player cooperative gameplay throughout its entire campaign. The Borderlands brand gained its appeal from combining first person shooter offerings with role-playing elements, and that’s where this second game from the series excels as well. With its character progression system, its randomly generated loot, its upgradable weapons, its crazy characters and other awesome aspects, it leaves no stone unturned in delivering the ultimate shooting experience.
3 ”“ The Orange Box
The most phenomenal compilation of games ever seen, The Orange Box is pure heaven for FPS fans. Firstly it contains Half-Life 2 and its two amazing expansions which are considered legendary in video game history. Moreover, the Orange Box even comprises Team Fortress 2, the cartoon-styled multiplayer-focused first person shooter which too is a big hit among gamers. And lastly, there’s Portal, the breathtaking puzzle-based FPS which lets you travel to different locations using your portal guns.
4 ”“ Battlefield 4
Battlefield 4 is the latest game from the series, and it’s also the biggest and the most comprehensive among the lot. Developed by the masters over at DICE, it leaves you baffled with its massive-scale war-based gameplay. And its visuals look spectacular to say the least. It contains a great campaign, but it’s known for its awesome multiplayer offerings. Battlefield 4’s multiplayer gameplay is given a whole new meaning altogether by its Levolution mechanics which add dynamic scenarios like falling structures, bursting dams and more into your matches.
5 ”“ BioShock Infinite
One of this year’s most exquisite and astonishing games, BioShock Infinite takes place atop a floating city which has so brilliantly been imagined that it feels believable from the word go. FPS combat in this game is versatile thanks to its combination of gunplay and special powers. Its varied environments which are highlighted by their skylines ”“ rails on which you can slide on to gain advantage over your enemies ”“ make the game a superb experience to indulge in. BioShock Infinite moreover features an incredibly gripping story revolving around the lives of the player character and his companion character, Elizabeth.
6 ”“ Portal 2
Portal 2 again flings you into the portal-shooting madness which its predecessor had established. This game features a much deeper story, and will no doubt keep you hooked with its superb writing and utterly memorable characters. Its rich and varied levels filled with brain teasing puzzles provide them with great company.
7 – Call of Duty: Ghosts
The Call of Duty series has been churning out excellent FPS games since 2003, and this latest installment to it brings a lot of new stuff to the table. Its campaign is a fairly enjoyable one, but unlimited fun lies in its multiplayer component which is extremely diverse to say the least. Call of Duty: Ghosts should prove to be absolutely pleasing to all fans of the first person shooter genre.
8 ”“ Far Cry 3
Far Cry 3 is an open world game, and that’s where it gains its maximum appeal from. It has been blessed with a lively world that’s filled with distinct flora and fauna you can interact with. Its FPS combat system lays heavy focus on stealth and role-playing elements, thus giving you lots of different ways to go about your business. Some outright gripping storytelling is also on offer through this game.
9 ”“ Resistance 3
Another PS3-exclusive in this list, Resistance 3 takes place in a post-apocalyptic setting, and although it’s set in the 1950s, it features stunning sci-fi elements as well as futuristic weapons which form one of its main strong-points. Furthermore, its entire campaign can be played in a cooperative fashion, online as well as offline.
10 – Metro: Last Light
One of the finest shooters of this year, Metro: Last Light is a disturbing game at times. Its grim and scary atmosphere is complemented brilliantly by its incredibly polished visuals. A great collection of weapons makes this game’s combat truly enjoyable, and everything thing is held together well by its touching story.
11 ”“ The Darkness II
The Darkness II presents you with a quad wielding ability which allows you to shoot with two guns, and use your two demonic arms to dismember enemies, all at the same time. The clever voice acting from this game makes the characters feel surprisingly alive, and its graphic novel-based art style makes it a visual extravaganza.
12 ”“ Payday 2
This cooperative first person shooter has its focus set on enabling you to plan and conduct various bank heists and robberies. Playing Payday 2 with friends is a sweet experience, and its well built rewards system, its encouragement for tactics, its refined gun combat and fresh stealth mechanics, all contribute towards letting you gain maximum satisfaction from this game.
Conclusion:
With that we end our rant, and hope you’ve found what you came here looking for. Any of these can qualify as the best first person shooter for PS3, but it’s up to you now to decide for yourselves which one takes top honors in your books.