When LittleBigPlanet was first released, it was hailed as the game that will finally pull the PS3 out of last place, give Sony a marketable franchise, and generally rock one's socks off. However, hindsight is 20/20, and looking back at the game now the question must be asked: Does LBP have staying power, or has the gimmick of user-created content worn off?

Coming back for a second round, I'll admit I had a good time. While the online play still seems to be a bit malfunctional, the single player and multiplayer modes are great. It's a fun game, there's no denying that.

Still, is it worth dropping $60 to own it? Eh, probably not. I'm glad I own it, but if you're thinking of investing in LBP, I'd recommend renting it for at least a week just to be certain. I don't consider it a must-buy, and while it's not one of the greatest PS3 titles available, it's certainly one of the better (read: few) exclusives and is worth a shot if you have the extra cash (or if curiosity is nipping at your wallet).

If anything, I kind of see this as becoming a cult-classic. Though it will never live up to the hype surrounding its release, it's still a refreshing title that's worth playing, even with those ridiculously long load times for the online levels. Plus it's purdy.

PacoDG via bingegamer.net »