LittleBigPlanet 3 for PlayStation 4 is a creative platformer developed by Sumo Digital and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game expands the beloved Play, Create, Share formula, introducing new characters alongside Sackboy — OddSock, Toggle, and Swoop — each with unique abilities that enhance puzzle-solving and platforming. Set on the imaginative planet of Bunkum, players embark on a whimsical adventure to stop the mischievous Newton, while also enjoying the ability to create and share custom levels. Although the game’s online servers have been permanently shut down, all offline story content remains fully playable for existing owners.
Key Features
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Four Playable Characters Switch between Sackboy, OddSock, Toggle, and Swoop, each offering distinct movement styles and abilities
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Creative Level Building Design your own levels, games, and contraptions using an expanded set of creation tools
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Play, Create, Share Legacy Access millions of community-made levels from LittleBigPlanet 1 and 2 (offline play only for existing downloads)
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Unique Abilities OddSock can wall-jump and sprint, Toggle can change size and weight, Swoop can fly, and Sackboy uses gadgets for puzzle-solving
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Offline Multiplayer Enjoy local co-op for up to four players in story and custom levels
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Vibrant Story Campaign Explore the handcrafted worlds of Bunkum, each with themed challenges and collectibles
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Customisation Options Dress up characters with costumes and accessories to personalize gameplay
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Offline Replayability Replay levels to collect hidden items, ace challenges, and unlock new creation parts
Pros and Cons
Pros
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Multiple characters with varied gameplay mechanics
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Deep and flexible creation tools
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Charming art style and humor Cons
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Online features and community sharing no longer available
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Some puzzles require specific characters, limiting flexibility in solo play
Compatibility
Works with:
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PlayStation 4 consoles
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DualShock 4 controllers
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PlayStation 5 consoles via backward compatibility
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HDTVs with HDMI input
Short Point-Based Overview
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Title: LittleBigPlanet 3 – PS4
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Genre: Platformer / Creative Sandbox
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Developer: Sumo Digital
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Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
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Release Date: November 18, 2014
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Modes: Single-player, Local Co-Op (up to 4 players)
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Rating: ESRB Everyone (Comic Mischief, Mild Cartoon Violence, Tobacco Reference)
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Platform: PlayStation 4
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In-Game Purchases: Cosmetic DLC (no longer available digitally)
