Earth Defense Force 2017 Portable

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

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  • Summary: The completely remastered Earth Defense Force 2017 Portable features seven new levels and the fan favorite Pale Wing, which allows players to soar high over buildings in her jet pack and cause destruction from above.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 36
  3. Negative: 1 out of 36
  1. Gaming Age
    Feb 8, 2013
    91
    All that said, I got a lot of enjoyment out of the EDF 2017 Portable. What's more, I expect to continue to get lots of enjoyment out of it into the future. From that point of view, it's hard to argue that the game isn't worthwhile. So if you don't mind paying a slightly steep premium to get some building-destroying, bug-blasting fun on your handheld, then take the plunge and download this game immediately.
  2. Eurogamer
    Jan 24, 2013
    80
    The biggest issue here, sadly, is the price. When this launched on Xbox 360, its faults could be excused not only by its big heart but also by its small price-tag: at £25, the original was a budget game in both outlook and its impact on your wallet. So why, well over five years later, is the Vita version being sold full-price at £34.99?
  3. Vandal
    Jan 20, 2013
    75
    Under an almost PS2 visuals, there's a great game. It's extremely fun and addictive, and if you missed its original release on Xbox 360, you can grab this version that adds new levels and enemies, and even a new character that will give a twist to its gameplay. Don't let the graphics mislead you.
  4. Polygon
    Jan 24, 2013
    70
    Still feels fresh, inspired and unlike anything else. No other developer has bothered to make something like it - a rarity in the video game space. Earth Defense Force 2017 is still the only game for destroying giant bugs and office complexes - blemishes and all.
  5. 3DJuegos
    Jan 22, 2013
    69
    An extremely simple arcade shooter that has a good amount of technical issues but, at the same time, offers an engaging co-op multiplayer mode.
  6. TotalPlayStation
    Jan 30, 2013
    65
    The biggest flaw in EDF (other than graphics and gameplay) is the pricing. Charging more for a six year old game than you did on release is a tough sell for something so clearly rooted in the "budget" category from Day 1.
  7. Game Revolution
    Feb 6, 2013
    40
    When I started Earth Defense Force 2017 Portable, I was looking forward to a charming, if uninspired, shooter for on-the-go action. What I found was just the uninspired part. Fans of the series will certainly find a lot to love, but the uninitiated should steer clear. As playable games go, Sandlot and D3 have packed plenty of gameplay in, but the charm quickly fades and all your left with is more invading ants.

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  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. JOSHDILISI
    Jan 6, 2014
    9
    its the b movie of video games, i may just love it for that reason alone. But with the very long campaign, the decent graphics for a portableits the b movie of video games, i may just love it for that reason alone. But with the very long campaign, the decent graphics for a portable game, and hundreds of guns to unlock, this game was well worth my money, and my time.… Expand
  2. HonestAndrew12
    Sep 21, 2014
    8
    that one simple game of blowing s*it up in future style with the exception of monsters invading? welcome to this game! the gameplay is roughthat one simple game of blowing s*it up in future style with the exception of monsters invading? welcome to this game! the gameplay is rough with the exception of good combat...barely any story to me...its worthy of it being a vita game since the experience wouldn't be the same on consoles. touchscreen sometimes comes into play. this game is ok and worth waiting for if your iffy about it. its a great game in my opinion thou so...8/10… Expand
  4. Jojozeon
    Jan 21, 2013
    8
    Crazy and exhilarating... the fps down sometimes bugged me but it's okay though... I screamed like crazy while playing.. mostly when it'sCrazy and exhilarating... the fps down sometimes bugged me but it's okay though... I screamed like crazy while playing.. mostly when it's spider part..… Expand
  5. tashelhait
    Jan 10, 2013
    8
    nice and hectic multiplayer 3d shooter !
    coop play was very popular in japan and always fun.
    messaging during the game makes this a slightly    nice and hectic multiplayer 3d shooter !
    coop play was very popular in japan and always fun.
    messaging during the game makes this a slightly crazy experience 'edf edf !!'
    also nice that you have tons of weopons and a special jetpack character to
    unlock.
    in the last level the graphics can get a bit choppy. really fun game!    … Expand
  6. hapyrvwtime
    Jan 14, 2013
    8
    YOU LIKE DEATH? THEN DIE!!! Man, I love this game. Sure the "graphics" are poor (even when compared to its xbox 360 counterpart) The "polish"YOU LIKE DEATH? THEN DIE!!! Man, I love this game. Sure the "graphics" are poor (even when compared to its xbox 360 counterpart) The "polish" is lackluster, and the animations are laughably stiff, if you resonate on the same level as this game, you'll have a blast. When a giant horde of bouncing alien spiders outnumbering you 1000 to one is slowly and mercilessly bounding your way, and all you have is a rocket launcher to literally "launch" the aliens hundreds of feet, the awesomeness indescribable. If you've always wanted to play a ridiculously silly old school Japanese monster/invasion movie in video game form look no further. Come for the sillyness and camp, stay for the addictive gameplay. But, be a little weary of the repetitiveness. Also, the addition of a new character and fully functioning online coop over the xbox 360 version is fantastic and gives the game a lot of staying power. On a side note, the bite sized nature of the missions is perfectly suited for online play.… Expand
  7. Pheenix788
    Mar 31, 2017
    0
    All things considered, the game gives no reason to keep playing even after 30 levels and 5 hours. The thought of trudging through another 30All things considered, the game gives no reason to keep playing even after 30 levels and 5 hours. The thought of trudging through another 30 levels made me feel there were better games to play and to give up with this title. The loot feels completely redundant as weapons have no weight to them, the vehicles are crap and feel completely redundant on any of the few maps they appear. I've read some of the other reviews and other people must have been playing a different game as there are PS1 games on my vita provide a more rewarding feeling than this.… Expand

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#31 Best PS Vita Game of 2013
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#31 Most Discussed PS Vita Game of 2013
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#31 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2013