LittleBigPlanet 3 works best as a level creation tool: it's editing tools are agreed as being fantastic by critics. However, their consensus is also of the game not having the best levels created for it by the developers
LittleBigPlanet 3
79
Top Critic Average
64%
Critics Recommend
IGN
6.8 / 10
Eurogamer
7 / 10
Game Rant
3.5 / 5
GamesRadar+
4 / 5
Polygon
7 / 10
GameSpot
7 / 10
Kotaku
Yes
Hardcore Gamer
3.5 / 5
Creators: SCEA, Sumo Digital
Release Date: Nov 18, 2014 - PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
LittleBigPlanet 3 Review Summary
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Critic Reviews for LittleBigPlanet 3
A beautifully-designed game with a great creation toolkit, LittleBigPlanet 3 is let down by unimaginative co-op & bugs.
Without these problems, I'd have no hesitation in saying this is the best LittleBigPlanet game to date. The deeper integration of creative elements into the story is a big plus, as is the superior level design, and the new characters are very welcome, even if they're ultimately underused. But in its current state, it's hard to recommend without some serious caveats. Held together by Sellotape rather than superglue, LittleBigPlanet 3 is in constant danger of falling apart.
'LittleBigPlanet 3' shows flashes of potential to current-gen gamers but comes across as a proof of concept more than anything else.
Beautiful, creative and filled with knitted joy, LittleBigPlanet 3 does however disappoint in its Adventure mode's comparatively sparse content. Nonetheless, it hands over an impressive array of exceptional design tools for budding creators.
LittleBigPlanet 3's devoted fans will surely craft some excellent levels in the months to come, but mostly this feels like a proof of concept for a much better LittleBigPlanet 4.
Little Big Planet 3's focus on creative expression is underutilized in its story campaign but shines in its level editor.
Sony's third create-em-up peaks with the most for creators, but least for players.
LittleBigPlanet 3 is an endearing and charming game that will work its way into your heart thanks to its presentation and new characters. The end-game possibilities are endless thanks to the co-op, level creator and millions of community driven stages imported from past titles, but it's held back due to Sumo Digital's unwillingness to fully flesh out their ideas.
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