PlayStation Monger Game of the Year Awards

Best PS3 Game – LittleBigPlanet

Though it may appear to be a simple platformer at first, LittleBigPlanet is so much more. The game provides a wealth of level creation tools and a YouTube-style level sharing system, giving players an almost endless supply of levels. Add in an absolutely adorable art style and terrrificly whimsical soundtrack, and you have the best PS3 experience of 2008.

Runner-Up –  Burnout Paradise

Best PS2 Game - Persona 4

The PlayStation 2 may be on its last legs, but that didn’t prevent Atlus from using it craft the best role-playing experience of the year. The game builds upon its predecessor, offering an improved battle system and a much more in-depth story line. It’s dark, it’s weird, and it’s a truly great title that should not be missed.

Runner-Up – Kingdom Hearts RE: Chain of Memories

Best PSN Game – Pixeljunk Eden

2008 was the year when the PlayStation Network finally came into its own, offering a wealth of great games. Leading the way was Pixeljunk Eden, a stylish platformer that exemplifies what a great downloadable game should be: it’s perfect for quick bouts of gaming, but is substantial enough to keep you interested for hours.

Runner-Up – WipEout HD

Best PSP Game – Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII

Square-Enix hasn’t had much luck when it comes to building on the Final Fantasy VII mythos, but they finally struck gold with this PSP prequel. Crisis Core does a great job of adding to the backstory of FFVII, fleshing out characters like Zack, who were only briefly mentioned in the original. The game also has a unique and addictive battle system, along with arguably the best production values yet on Sony’s handheld.

Runner-Up – Patapon