While some PSP games like Crisis Core and God of War: Chains of Olympus rightfully earned their place in the Link Alternatif Dewascore spotlight, the handheld’s vast library contains dozens of hidden gems that often went overlooked. These titles may not have had massive marketing budgets or franchise recognition, but they delivered engaging gameplay, unique mechanics, and creative storytelling that hold up today.

Take The Warriors, a beat-em-up adaptation of the cult classic film. It didn’t break sales records, but it captured the gritty aesthetic and chaotic energy of the movie in a way few licensed games have. Similarly, Resistance: Retribution offered third-person shooting in the beloved Resistance universe, managing to tell an impactful story with console-level production values on a portable screen.

What makes these PSP games shine is their willingness to try something different. Half-Minute Hero, for instance, turned the RPG genre on its head by challenging players to save the world in 30-second intervals. It was fast, funny, and addictive—proof that the best games aren’t always the ones with the most cutscenes or longest campaigns.

Now that retro gaming and emulation have brought these hidden PSP classics back into the conversation, they’re finally receiving the appreciation they deserve. It’s a reminder that even a console’s “second tier” offerings can become cherished favorites—if given the chance.