We already published the list of best PS3 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best PS3 3D adventure games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the PS3 definitely has a great library of 3D adventure games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the PS3 and 3D adventure games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Back to the Future: The Game – Episode I: It’s About Time
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2011
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
Back to the Future is a welcome surprise–it’s a movie-inspired game that doesn’t suck.
Instead, it pushes the characters in interesting directions and whips up a good story.
The game’s funny and clever if not a bit simple, but it’s an enjoyable ride fans shouldn’t miss.
#9. Back to the Future: The Game – Episode II: Get Tannen!
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2011
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
Back to the Future: The Game – Episode II: Get Tannen! follows in Episode 1’s tradition of being excellent in terms of story and voice acting.
It features familiar characters and setting but keeps everything fresh with new people and places.
If you just want some fun adventure game puzzles, this episode is solid and packing some time traveling action.
#8. Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 3: They Stole Max’s Brain!
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
The previous two episodes got the series off to a good start, but the puzzles on the last one were starting to become too difficult to handle.
However, this episode did a good job of keeping them a little simpler, with a few brainteasers hidden in there periodically.
#7. The Unfinished Swan
- Release Data: Giant Sparrow/SCEA, 2012
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » First-Person
Praised for its innovation and storytelling, The Unfinished Swan tells a touching story of a boy’s journey after losing his mother.
Players will take a journey through a lonely land, void of hope, and bring it to life.
It is beloved by many and often praised for the experience that it offers, making it a game that everyone should play.
#6. Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 4: Beyond the Alley of the Dolls
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
The graphics and presentation of this episode are around the same as the others, as the environments are ones that you have seen before, just changed slightly to incorporate the atmosphere of the episode.
Overall, the presentation is typical Telltale, which means that it stands very strong on its own.
#5. Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 1: The Penal Zone
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
After a strange visitor arrives from space, it is up to Sam & Max to save the day.
Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 1 requires players to interact with the world around them by collecting objects and engaging in dialogue with fellow townsmen.
All of this works together to create a journey that you won’t soon forget.
#4. Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 5: The City That Dares Not Sleep
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
Telltale has done an impressive job on Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse from start to finish.
The worst part about completing The City That Dares Not Sleep is knowing that it will probably be a long time before we see Sam and Max again, and that’s a shame.
#3. Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse – Episode 2: The Tomb of Sammun-Mak
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
Overall, the second episode of the saga of Sam and Max improves on the first in many ways.
It’s funnier, more clever and a better paced episode than the first.
In Episode 2, players will learn more about Sam & Max’s grandfathers and their heroic journey to retrieve the Devil’s Toolbox.
With it now in their possession, what will they do with it?
#2. Tales of Monkey Island
- Release Data: Telltale Games, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
Tales of Monkey Island harks back to the heyday of adventure gaming with a great story, engaging characters, and a lot of entertaining puzzles.
The simple game controls and relative short learning curb, make this game a solid option for everyone.
If you’ve got a hankering for adventure, then get your hands on Tales of Monkey Island.
#1. Heavy Rain
- Release Data: Quantic Dream/SCEI, 2010
- Genre: Adventure » 3D » Third-Person
While a few flaws keep it from being perfect, the overall experience in Heavy Rain makes it one that you absolutely must play.
It’s one of the most unique and well-crafted games with an incredible story and some of the most realistic, sympathetic characters ever seen in a video game.
If you enjoy games and movies, you’ll love Heavy Rain.
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