While blockbuster titles tend to steal the spotlight, the PlayStation library is filled with underrated gems that offer just as much excitement and innovation. Some of the best games aren’t necessarily the most famous — and that’s where the real treasure lies.

Take Gravity Rush, for instance, a game with unique TUNAS4D gravity-defying mechanics and a beautiful art style that flew under the radar for many PS Vita and PS4 owners. Similarly, Concrete Genie offered a heartfelt story wrapped in creative gameplay, making it one of the most overlooked PlayStation games in recent memory.

Even the PSP had its fair share of underrated hits. Jeanne d’Arc, a strategy RPG inspired by French history, is often cited as one of the best games in its genre — yet few people outside the PSP community have played it. Likewise, Echochrome pushed puzzle-solving into new conceptual territory using minimalist design.

For gamers seeking something different, exploring the overlooked side of the PlayStation and PSP libraries reveals some of the most original and rewarding experiences the platforms have to offer.

The PSP may be a handheld from a previous generation, but some of its games still stand toe-to-toe with modern mobile and indie titles. Its strong lineup proves that great gameplay never goes out of style — and many PSP games are still praised for their depth and design.

Titles like Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror and Resistance: Retribution delivered console-quality action in a portable format, setting standards for handheld shooters. These games weren’t just spin-offs — they were essential parts of their respective franchises.

In the RPG space, Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together and Persona 3 Portable offered complex systems, branching narratives, and hours of replay value. These PSP games still rank among the best games for fans of strategy and turn-based combat.