Ahhh, system exclusives…that one thing that leaves us wondering if we need just one console in our house. Let’s face it, there are some games you can’t play without an Xbox 360 (our top 10 exclusives from the other side, Xbox 360 to Playstation 3, is up so click here to read it, just like there are some games you need a PlayStation 3 to really get into. Over the next couple of days, you’ll see a pair of specials that discuss the ten most wanted exclusives from each side. For today, we’ll knock out the ten PlayStation 3 exclusives that Xbox 360 owners want for their system. Now, there were some systematic games we eliminated. As cool as 3D Dot Game Heroes is in retro flavor, Atlus has provided more than enough fun for 360 owners between the recently released Catherine and Trine 2. And Gran Turismo 5? Ehhh, Forza 4 is better. Nuff said. So, with that, here’s our countdown of the ten exclusives that are sooooo wanted in Microsoft land…
10. Ico & Shadow of the Colossus Collection: Though a lot of the import market is flooded with them, the Xbox 360 doesn’t have as many innovative titles as one would think. They’re good, yes, but they don’t raise the bar in gameplay or design enough. That’s why Sony’s dual pack of Team Ico hits would do the trick. Ico, with its tricky puzzle solving and intricate level design, is a true step forward in game development. But Shadow of the Colossus tops it, thanks to insanely huge bosses and some deep gameplay, as you have to think your way into bringing the big beasts down, lest end up a bloody speck on the ground. Yes, we know the games were originally on PS2…but that doesn’t stop us from wanting them.
9. The Sly Collection: The Xbox 360 has its fair share of platformers, particularly the release of Activision’s Skylanders. But The Sly Collection, consisting of three cartoon-like favorites from the developers at Sucker Punch, would feel right at home. With its gorgeous stage set-up, humorous tone (nothing truly over menacing here) and entertaining globetrotting, the games truly set the stage for the next game to come in 2012, Thieves In Time. Hey, we’ll take that one as well, thanks.
8. Motorstorm Apocalypse: The Xbox 360 is striving with great racing games, like Split/Second and Forza 4. But when was the last time we had a really good destructive one? Motorstorm Apocalypse covers these bases significantly, with stages that change over the course of each race and crumble beneath your wheels. The visuals are splendid, especially in 3D, and the multiplayer is addictive when you’ve got friends who know what they’re doing. The hidden shortcuts and various vehicle types just sweeten the deal…even if it is the end of the world.
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