As gaming nostalgia continues to flourish and remakes dominate the charts, there’s one part of Sony’s history that 138 remains largely untapped: the PSP library. While PlayStation games from the PS1 and PS2 eras often receive remasters or full remakes, the PSP’s exceptional catalog remains largely overlooked. And yet, some of the best games ever made for handhelds originated here, making them ideal candidates for modern revivals.
Titles like Daxter and SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo were fan favorites on the PSP but have yet to see a proper return. These games captured the spirit of console PlayStation games in tight, focused experiences perfect for shorter sessions. With today’s technology, they could be reimagined with modern graphics and gameplay improvements, while still honoring their fast-paced design. Their compact, mission-based structure would work well in a world that now embraces portable gaming via the Switch or Steam Deck.
Another strong contender is The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky. This deeply immersive RPG launched on the PSP and built a cult following due to its layered storytelling and strategic combat. A full remake using current-gen visuals could finally bring this game to a wider audience that might have missed it due to the original’s limited distribution. The same goes for Killzone: Liberation, which could benefit tremendously from a third-person shooter overhaul and a rebuilt multiplayer component.
In an era where companies are digging through their archives for material to remake, Sony is sitting on a treasure chest of PSP games that already have strong fanbases. Revisiting them wouldn’t just satisfy nostalgic fans — it would introduce new players to some of the best games in PlayStation history that were simply waiting for their second chance to shine.