Little Big Planet Karting for PlayStation 3

GF Rating

7

Good

I think i've played this before...

posted by burntice61 (APPLE VALLEY, CA) Nov 9, 2012

Member since Apr 2010

6 out of 10 gamers (60%) found this review helpful

Lets get this out of the way, yes this is a straight up copy of Modnation Racers with the LBP theme...with a few improvements and flaws. Overall, a decent game, but the too similar elements and bad choices in design, keep this game from standing out. Lets break it down:

The Good:

-Narrator: As per usual in LBP games, the Narrator steals the show with his witty humor and charm.

-Driving mechanics: Everything you loved about driving in MNR is kept intact.

-LBP style Creation Station: VEEERY deep track creator with plenty of tutorials for the novice track builder, just wished it had Auto Populate...

The MEH:

-Why oh why did you take out the upgradable powerups and optional mines?: That mechanic made racing in MNR exciting and balanced(for the most part) I don't understand why United Front took it out...

-Installation woes: While mandatory for most PS3 games these days, its especially painful for this game, you gotta update AND install.

-I miss the drivable menus...: LBPK doesn't have the much loved main menu, instead we got a pod and a VERY similar menu to LBP2.

-Clone: They needed to add SOMETHING different that isn't cosmetic, to make it stand out as its own game, everything feels too similar.

The BAAAAD:

-Where's the challenge? The excitement?: Because of the powerup mechanic change and the fact that you have to collect prize bubbles, racing in the story mode to unlock everything is a chore. On top of that, racing itself isn't as challenging as it was in MNR. Might be a minor gripe for others however, considering the amount of flak they got for the insane difficulty in MNR's single player, but they definitely learned they're lesson this time around.

Overall: If you're an LBP fan and haven't played Modnation Racers, definitely try this out, BUT if you want a better karting experience, go pick up Modnation Racers. I really hope this is the last spinoff LBP game, I really enjoy the series and I don't want it milked to death.

VERDI

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GF Rating

6

Above Average

ModiNation with Sackboy

posted by alc322 (WESLEY CHAPEL, FL) Nov 7, 2012

Member since Feb 2012

4 out of 8 gamers (50%) found this review helpful

Cute game but a ModiNation copy. Yes it has the sackboy cuteness, the buildible tracks but nothing special. Good to rent not a buyer.

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GF Rating

8

Very Good

For the Fans of the LBP or Mario Kart Series

posted by rbp97ilv (NASHVILLE, TN) Nov 11, 2012

Member since Feb 2012

1 out of 2 gamers (50%) found this review helpful

LBPK takes you through eye popping, fast paced, and overall creative tracks in order to stop the Hoard, a race of creatures who steal crafts and never uses them for others.

Gameplay:
Race, Arena, and Pathfinding levels with weaponators (weapons / boosts) to aid you to first place across eye-popping, familiar (from the series), and greatly designed tracks. Solid controls.

Features:
A story mode, level creators, and a large community of players (Requires a purchasable online pass). Local split screen and online multiplayer.

Story:
A creative, but semi-brief, story taking you through 7 worlds. Unlockable minigames available over the story.

Sounds / Music:
A slew of guest artists and a comeback of soundtracks from previous games. SFXs are good.

Pros / Cons:
+Creative Tracks and Story
+Level Creators
+Soundtracks are Great
+Community Features
+Increasing Difficulty
-Medium Length Story
-$10 Online Pass
-Can be challenging for younger people
-Overall Price is "Iffy".

Overall, I have to give this game a standing ovation!

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GF Rating

4

Weak

A Step Backward

posted by MOClone (TRAVERSE CITY, MI) Nov 9, 2012

Member since Mar 2010

2 out of 5 gamers (40%) found this review helpful

First thing's first, the game is effectively ModNation Racers with a new coat of paint. Not the least bit shocking since it had the same developers, the folks at United Front. But there are a couple of major problems. The first is the physics engine. The floaty physics from the LittleBigPlanet platformer games have made their way over to this title, resulting in extremely floaty karting, which means your kart handles sluggishly and sloppily, and is enough to quickly frustrate younger players. Worse still is that this game requires the now seemingly standard online pass, meaning that, unless you want to shill out an extra $9.99 on top of your monthly Gamefly rental fee, you will not be able to experience the heralded LittleBigPlanet user-generated levels, nor any other online content.

For those reasons, I strongly urge you to look into other karting games. There certainly aren't a shortage of them coming out this season.

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GF Rating

1

Horrible

BEST REPLAY VALUE EVER!

posted by Tebowing (OKLAHOMA CITY, OK) Nov 9, 2012

Member since Oct 2012

1 out of 5 gamers (20%) found this review helpful

MAKE YOUR CUSTOM TRACKS AND RACE DIFFERENT TRACKS EVERY RACE,VERY FUN AND THE BEST GAME EVER!

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GF Rating

6

Above Average

Ok but I can't play it

posted by Krissyandjohn (ROCKY MOUNT, NC) May 4, 2013

Member since Apr 2013

I have seen gameplay and I am sure it is a great game I just can't play it without erasing al my game data off my ps3 it sucks that the game is so greedy on space. I would love to play it but until I upgrade my storage space I won't play it

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GF Rating

3

Bad

It's all about luck... no skill needed.

posted by Incogitant (OREGON, OH) Apr 16, 2013

Member since Mar 2012

the game is pretty much determined by whether the guy behind you has a weapon or not. You could be in 1st place all the way through the level untill someone decides to blow you up, and you loose. There should be a method of strategy as to how to use the weapons instead of them being a one hit kill everytime.

On the bright side i think the battles are pretty fun :) thats why I'm giving it a 3 instead of a 1

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GF Rating

10

Perfect

Awesome Game!

posted by soj2251 (MCALLEN, TX) Feb 2, 2013

Member since Nov 2012

I absolutely love this game. It is definetly a must have.

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GF Rating

1

Horrible

Online Pass Requirement Ruins Game

posted by whodunnit (GRAND PRAIRIE, TX) Jan 15, 2013

Member since Sep 2005

Overall it's basically Mario Kart or Mod Nation Racers, combined. Fun game, but it's playabilty is ruined by 2 reasons.

1. All your items from the previous LBP games do not carry over.
2. You cannot access/view/play anything online, or anyone else's content without paying money. That makes this game useless as a rental.

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GF Rating

5

Fair

little disappointed while karting

posted by hes_goodpeople (ZANESVILLE, OH) Jan 13, 2013

Member since Dec 2012

loved little big planet 2, so i gave this a whirl. it's a bit of a poor man's mario kart. plus, half the game is community based (including the trophies), which requires a premium pass. so, unless you're an enormous lbp fan, i'd move on to the next game.

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GF Rating

3

Bad

:(

posted by BPotts00 (ROCKMART, GA) Jan 2, 2013

Member since Dec 2012

Game wasn't as expected.

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GF Rating

10

Perfect

Perfect PS3 counter to mario kart

posted by osubucks000 (WICKLIFFE, OH) Dec 30, 2012

Member since Dec 2012

I absolutely love this game. It could not have been made any better! PS3 needed a version of mario kart(wii) and they sure did deliver! This is a must rent if you like Mario Kart

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GF Rating

10

Perfect

The best karting experience

posted by devoncoolman17 (CANYON COUNTRY, CA) Nov 18, 2012

Member since Sep 2012

Every single part of this game is awsome the graphics,the gameolay,the weapons,this beats mario kart you can change anything you want on this game the kart,the sackcreature,you can even make your own level!

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GF Rating

8

Very Good

GOOD GAME BUT......?

posted by MRGAMER4LYFE (NORFOLK, VA) Nov 6, 2012

Member since Feb 2012

It should of came with the Ps vita version too. good game, it's LBP but on wheels. MOST OF DLC You can use with ALL LBP games. the game is not a 10, because alot of DLC should of came with the game and ps vita game. Buy one get one for free.

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