While mainstream hits like Crisis Core and Daxter grabbed headlines during the PSP era, the handheld also played host to several hidden gems that offered rich and memorable experiences. These underrated PSP games may not have sold millions of copies, but they delivered gameplay and creativity cendanabet that rivaled some of the best PlayStation games of their time.
Pangya: Fantasy Golf, for instance, brought whimsical fantasy and surprisingly deep mechanics to the sports genre. Unlike traditional golf games, it infused anime-inspired visuals and RPG-style character development, creating an addictively charming experience. It wasn’t a blockbuster, but it remains a cult classic for those who discovered it.
Another overlooked masterpiece is The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky. This title combined classic turn-based combat with an intricate, layered story that unfolded slowly and thoughtfully. Its world-building was on par with more prominent JRPGs, and many fans regard it as one of the most narratively ambitious games on the PSP. It’s one of those best games you might not hear about unless you actively seek it out.
Even action-focused games like Killzone: Liberation showed that handheld entries in large franchises could be more than just side stories. With a top-down perspective and tactical gameplay, it offered something fresh within the Killzone universe. It didn’t try to mimic the console versions—instead, it played to the PSP’s strengths and carved out its own identity.