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LittleBigPlanet 2
LittleBigPlanet 2Create, share, and play endless platform adventures.
LittleBigPlanet 3
LittleBigPlanet 3Create, explore, and adventure through the whimsical world of Bunkum with Sackboy and friends.
Overview
Description

LittleBigPlanet 2 expands the beloved Sackboy universe with powerful creation tools, letting players design their own levels, games, and experiences. The sequel builds on the original’s charm while introducing a robust “Platform for Games” philosophy that encourages endless creativity. The game offers a rich single‑player campaign, cooperative play, and a thriving online community where user‑generated content is fully backward compatible with the first title. With its whimsical art style and accessible controls, it appeals to both kids and seasoned gamers alike.

Sackboy is swept into the colorful planet Bunkum, where he meets Newton and discovers three ancient Titans threatening the world. Together with new companions Oddsock, Toggle, and Swoop, players journey across imaginative landscapes to stop the chaos. The game also offers powerful creation tools, letting players design their own levels, characters, and games, and share them with the vibrant LittleBigPlanet community for endless fresh content.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
Platformers
Best for
Creative gamers and families
Gamers who love creation and co‑op adventure
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2011-01-18
2014-11-18
Specifications
developer
Media Molecule
Sumo Digital
publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment
Sony Computer Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E
PEGI 7, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
94/100+21%
78/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Extensive creation tools empower endless content
  • Strong community with millions of user‑made levels
  • Co‑operative multiplayer enhances replayability
  • Backward compatibility preserves earlier creations
  • Rich, imaginative world with diverse characters
  • Robust creation tools for endless content
  • Strong community sharing platform
  • Supports both single‑player and co‑op multiplayer
Cons
  • Occasional performance drops in heavily populated online hubs
  • Learning curve for advanced scripting can be steep
  • Limited to PlayStation 3 hardware
  • Performance can dip on older PS3 hardware
  • Online features require PlayStation Network subscription
  • Learning curve for advanced level editing
Community & Metrics
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