Whatoplay presents the Top 10 PS Vita games of the third quarter of 2014.
This video game ranking is based on a 10-point rating system called the playscore.
It combines all the ratings given by trusted critics and gamers.
10th on the list is Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds.
This is a cute spin-off to the original Phantom Breaker.
The characters are now “chibis”, hacking and slashing through hordes of enemies and
bosses!
It’s purely a beat ‘em up game.
You have about a dozen fighters to choose from, each with their own fighting styles
and abilities.
Controls are responsive Battles are fun and flashy
It’s a game best played in short bursts.
Battle Grounds holds a playscore of 8.7.
Number 9 is CounterSpy.
This is a stealth side-scroller that takes place during an alternate Cold War history.
You play as a spy working for Counter, a neutral organization who wants to keep two nuclear
powers - The Imperialist and The Socialists - from bombing Earth to dust.
It’s gunplay is satisfying; The art style mirrors the era and is gorgeous.
Platforming and AI aren’t as good as I hoped
Still, it delivers a fun experience.
It earns a playscore of 8.8.
Ranked 8 is Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment.
This game is based on the popular anime & manga series Sword Art Online.
And it’s story starts after the first half of the show.
Explore floors 76 to 100 to discover what really happened.
Slay monster, explore the worlds and survive this virtual MMO world.
Amazing gameplay style Beautiful world to explore
With some cheesy character romance
If you love the anime, you better get this now!
A playscore of 8.8.
7th is Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1.
This is a remake of Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory...and it’s been greatly improved:
The story is, more or less, the same with some changes on the plot details
Visuals are crispier on the Vita screen I also prefer the new music and voice acting.
Finally, the battle system is now more gratifying!
It’s a solid remake that newcomers and vets will love.
Re;Birth1 receives a playscore of 8.8.
Number 6 is Velocity 2X.
This is a faster sequel to Velocity!
2X comes in two play styles: arcade shooter and action-platformer...and you play on two
forms:
As a hero on an thrilling side-scrolling adventure And, as a spacecraft pilot on a top-down shooter!
Both equally impressive!
Quick reflexes will keep you alive.
Teleport, dash and run - or fly - as fast as you can!
It’s one of the best speed games there is!
A playscore of 9.2.
Ranked number 5 is Rogue Legacy.
Your mission is fairly straightforward.
Explore dungeons and kill the final boss.
This is a game with perma-death.
When you die, your son or daughter will carry on your banners and continue your quest!
Rogue Legacy shines in execution: Levels are challenging
Has a good sense of progression Random dungeons and warriors makes the game
so much fun.
You’ll die a lot but you’ll definitely enjoy it.
It receives a playscore of 9.2.
On 4th place is Warriors Orochi 3 Ultimate.
This is a remake of a PS3 original that was released 2 years ago...and it comes with more
content two new stories & stages
more characters to play, you can even play as the enemy
If you’re a fan of the Warriors series, like I am, then get it now!
It’s a robust package, so much fun to play...and is the best installment of the series.
It holds a playscore of 9.3.
Number 3 is The Swapper.
It’s a puzzle platformer that many consider as an indie masterpiece.
You play as an astronaut exploring derelict space stations.
Your only weapon is a device that can create clones of yourself.
Use it to find your way around the stations and overcome obstacles along your way.
I love The Swapper’s design more than the actual puzzle.
It’s creepy, dark and lonely.
This, accompanied by an atmospheric music, grants it a playscore of 9.3.
On 2nd place is Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair.
This is the second title of the Danganronpa series….A murder mystery that resembles
Phoenix Wright games.
Just a bit darker and creepy…
Characters are interesting and relatable Story is well-paced, amusing and...weird
Plot twists and turns will surprise and keep you engaged!
If you love a game with an intriguing story, memorable characters, then get Goodbye Despair
now!
it holds a playscore of 9.3.
And the best PS Vita game of the quarter is Disgaea 4: A Promise Revisited.
This is more than just a port of the PS3 game.
It comes with all the original content...plus DLCs, new characters and additional backstories.
A Promise Revisited doesn’t take itself too seriously...
It’s filled with charming, memorable & funny characters, slinging witty dialogs at each
other.
Visuals are pretty And, gameplay is impressive and has depth
This may be the best Disgaea yet.
A playscore of 9.4.
To recap, here are the 10 best PS Vita games for the months of July, August & September.
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