Top PlayStation 3 Games 2023

Tales of Xillia 2 isn't the best starting point for newcomers to the series, but it hits the sweet spot for long-term fans.

This "Brazilified" version of FIFA 14 captures the spirit of the World Cup with a new presentation style, team rosters, and game modes. Soccer (ahem, "football") enthusiasts will enjoy total immersion in this year's World Cup events, but next-gen console gamers are left out.

Featuring engaging fighting, various martial arts styles, and gorgeous, interactive environments, Dead or Alive 5 is a worthy addition to the long-running fight franchise

"Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate" is a gorgeous and fun fighting game with multiple characters and plenty of unlockable content.

Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection gathers together the core games of the Metal Gear series, giving fans a Metal Gear fix like no other and preserving a slice of gaming history.

The venerable Madden monolith returns for a 25th season, and it's quite possibly the most realistic Madden to date and just as much fun as it was in 1988. Deep franchise and career modes and online gameplay options round out this excellent offering.

Playing 'Tales of Xillia' is like putting on a favorite jacket: It's comfortable and familiar, but at the same time, sleek and sturdy.

MLB The Show 2013 makes only incremental improvements over last year's game, but it also makes it more accessible to newcomers and retains the incredible graphics and gameplay that are sure to please baseball fans.

MotorStorm Apocalypse's shift to the end of the world helps distil the very essence of what this series is about. Racing through the rubble is unpredictable and thrilling, but some of the rougher edges have also been amplified. Its ambition can push the game beyond the limits of frustration, though it also gives rise to some spectacular moments that help make this an experience that, while flawed, is brilliantly unique.

Star Ocean: The Last Hope is not an RPG for the ages, but it is a lot of fun to play. The way the story is delivered, through awkward dialogue and drawn out cutscenes, could be a lot better. The strong points of The Last Hope, namely the combat and level progression, keep things lively and engaging and help make this one a good way to kick off your JRPG gaming for 2009.