LocoRoco PSP
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Sep 5, 2006
  • Also On: Mobile
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Metascore
83 out of 100

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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 65 Ratings

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  • Summary: LocoRoco is an innovative 2D platform/action game available exclusively for the PSP. Featuring unique controls utilizing the "L" and "R" shoulder buttons, players are tasked with controlling via "tilting or bumping" the landscape of the LocoRoco in order to help them navigate through the level and keep them out of harm's way. With more than 40 stages, players control and guide the LocoRoco through vibrant, thriving and lush worlds filled with slippery slopes, swing ropes , and more. Featuring six different types of LocoRoco that include their own voices and actions, players will be enchanted by captivating music that communicates the joyous world of these LocoRoco. In addition, LocoRoco features the rewarding LocoHouse, three mini-games , and wireless features. The peaceful world of the LocoRoco are under attack by the not-so-nice Moja Corps. These evil outer space creatures want nothing but to capture the blissful LocoRoco and take them from their land of blowing flowers, lively creatures and pastel scenery. As the planet where the LocoRoco inhabit, players must tilt, roll and bounce the LocoRoco to safety. [SCEA]… Collapse

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 67
  3. Negative: 0 out of 67
  1. Gaming Illustrated
    98
    My favorite PSP game. It has beautiful visuals, wonderful songs, cute characters, simple gameplay that’s easy on the go, and a lot of replay value.
  2. Deeko
    95
    When I play this game, it feels utterly complete. I don't find myself thinking that they should have had this thing or left out that thing, because every single bit of it just belongs.
  3. Gamer 2.0
    86
    It’s one of the best experiences for the PSP, and if you’re a stickler for perfecting games you will get the bang for you buck as you try to collect everything in each level.
  4. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    73
    LocoRoco is a simple game, one that doesn't challenge you except, perhaps, in perseverance--pick it up, and you'll be able to blow right through its whimsical, intuitively designed levels. [Oct. 2006, p.114]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. BogdanS
    10
    Best. Game. Ever. Not only for the PSP, best game on any console. The fact that i, as a hard-core gamer that enjoys Halo, RPG's and Action games can enjoy this title as much as my 3 year old son says it all. If it was the only title available for the PSP it would still warrant a buy of the system. It's that good. Get the demos out there on the net and try it out for yourself.… Expand
  2. TomD.
    10
    Finally a PSP game that seems like it was made for a portable system (load time, simplicity, and addictiveness). The DS knows the formula of portable games and this is the only PSP game out there that is any good. The music is the best ever since FFIII.… Expand
  3. SarcasticB.
    8
    Great pick-up-and-play game that's not so easy to put down again. I love the cutesy little singin' blobs, though they drive my wife nuts! A nice change from the "usual" games.… Expand
  4. NickS.
    7
    I think the public has been slightly too generous with their voting. I don't want to take anything away fromt he game but a 9 or 10 rating seems a bit over the top. Loco Roco is a game the PSP desperately needed. Developers are finally taking a leaf from Nintendo's book: i.e addictive gameplay does not require amazing 3- D graphics. Loco Roco is pure genius, very cleverly thought out and the music is out of this world. Although the game has relay value, I disagree that it is a captivating game. Once you've taken on the first few maps, you will find it slightly repetitive and you ask yourself is that it? Its a beautifully executed game, original, unique, simple yet effective, the graphics are clear cute and colourful and like I said the music and sounds are just mesmerising. But after a few hours of gameplay, you realise the game does not have as much substance to get you really into it. The Mini games and wireless options are really for kids, nevertheless the main game is both for adults and kids. Recommend, but maybe not at full retail price.… Expand

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