We already published the list of best PSP games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best PSP simulation games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the PSP definitely has a great library of simulation games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the PSP and simulation 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. EyePet
- Release Data: SCEE London Studio/SCEA, 2010
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
If you have kids, this is the game for keeping your little human busy and accompanied for several hours of fun.
Although the PSP version of EyePet lacks the features of interacting with your pet with hands like in PS3, EyePet is still a great pickup for anyone who misses the Tamagotchi era and wanted to keep a virtual pet.
#9. Fired Up
- Release Data: SCEE London Studio/SCEE, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Vehicle » Combat
The graphic and level design was top-notch—the destruction, smoke, and fire effect looks really good for a PSP game.
But Fired Up really shines in the multiplayer department—get past the single player campaign and convince your friends to play this game together for a great party game.
#8. The Sims 2
- Release Data: Maxis/Electronic Arts, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
Successfully ported from the console and PC version, The Sims 2 comes with a superior graphic for a PSP game.
Overall, The Sims 2 is a lovely addition to your PSP library that still hold the core element from the previous games and lots of new things to offer.
#7. Armored Core: Formula Front – Extreme Battle
- Release Data: From Software, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Vehicle » Combat
Enjoy the glorious battle effects like smoke, explosion, gunfire and mecha damage in great details.
Armored Core: Formula Front – Extreme Battle only cater to a small group of niche gamer who loves both mecha and hardcore simulation.
If you’re not both you would find it hard to enjoy this game since the learning curve is quite steep.
#6. After Burner: Black Falcon
- Release Data: Planet Moon Studios/Sega, 2007
- Genre: Simulation » Flight » Combat
One thing very crucial in this genre is the control, and After Burner: Black Falcon nailed it.
From acrobatic maneuvers to firing a rocket to other jets is really smooth and handled accurately.
For arcade fanatics out there, Black Falcon is an action-packed game with challenging enough difficulty and straightforward gameplay.
#5. Ace Combat: Joint Assault
- Release Data: Project Aces/Namco Bandai Games, 2010
- Genre: Simulation » Flight » Combat
The control is a bit frustrating at times, since it is obvious that this game isn’t made for PSP.
For an Ace Combat game, the story is a bit tedious and dull.
So just skip the singleplayer mode and jump straight to the multiplayer mode to really maximize your experience with this game.
#4. Pursuit Force: Extreme Justice
- Release Data: Bigbig Studios/SCEE, 2008
- Genre: Simulation » Vehicle » Combat
Pursuit Force: Extreme Justice is an easy game to recommend if you enjoyed its predecessor.
It does everything that that game did a little bigger and little better.
If you’re in the mood for a Hollywood blockbuster that you can play a starring role in, you could do a lot worse than to enlist with Pursuit Force.
#3. Pursuit Force
- Release Data: Bigbig Studios/SCEE, 2006
- Genre: Simulation » Vehicle » Combat
The thing about Pursuit Force that ultimately makes it a great game is that its action is quite a bit of fun, and it’s paced and built in such a way that it feels like it’s meant to be a handheld game.
And if you own a PSP, it’s definitely worth playing.
#2. Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception
- Release Data: Project Aces/SCE Korea, 2006
- Genre: Simulation » Flight » Combat
The Ace Combat series has earned a reputation for delivering fast-paced and exciting flight combat, and this absolutely holds true of Ace Combat X for the PSP.
Ace Combat fans shouldn’t miss this one for all of these reasons, but really, Ace Combat X is a great game for just about anyone with an appreciation for jets.
#1. Twisted Metal: Head-On
- Release Data: Incognito Inc./SCEA, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Vehicle » Combat
Twisted Metal: Head-On doesn’t mess with the series’ tried-and-true formula, though that’s not to say that fans of the series won’t find anything new to enjoy and appreciate in this installment.
And for newcomers, if you like the premise of a bunch of crazy vehicles trying to blast each other, you’ll be more than satisfied with the execution.
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See also: Best PS2 Games & Best PS3 Games
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