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LittleBigPlanet 3

LittleBigPlanet 3

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LittleBigPlanet 3

LittleBigPlanet 3

Sumo Digital (with assistance from Media Molecule)

PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4Paid (one-time purchase) with optional paid DLC/costumes
Health Score
62
GOOD
Official WebsiteWatch Gameplay

About This Game

LittleBigPlanet 3 is a family-friendly 2.5D puzzle-platformer where players control Sackboy and three new hero types to solve platforming puzzles, collect items, and play cooperatively. The game places heavy emphasis on user-generated content — robust create-mode tools let players design, customize and share levels, characters and small games with the community. Tone is whimsical and playful with mild, cartoonish hazards and slapstick humor.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
3/5
Creativity
5/5
Pro-Social
3/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
3/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
2/5
Social Risk
4/5
Content Intensity
1/5

Negatives

  • •Online user-generated content and chat historically exposed players to unmoderated community material
  • •the game relies on DLC/costumes for extra content (paid add-ons) which may tempt purchases.

Positives

  • •Deep, high-quality creation tools and level editor that encourage creativity and problem solving
  • •Whimsical, low‑intensity visuals and family-friendly tone
  • •Local couch co-op and online cooperative play encourage teamwork and shared play.

Gameplay Videos

LittleBigPlanet 3 Full Playthrough | PS4

Ayee

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Official Ratings

E (Everyone)
ESRB
Comic MischiefMild Cartoon ViolenceTobacco Reference.

Online Interactions Not Rated by the ESRB; in-game purchases/DLC noted on the PlayStation Store.

7
PEGI
Mild cartoon violencesuitable for ages 7+ (PEGI).

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Younger children (3–5) can enjoy the story levels with parental help — visuals and hazards are mild — but the creation tools and online features are too complex for independent use.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Good for guided play. Kids can enjoy story mode and simple co-op; with adult guidance they can explore basic creation tools and costume customization.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Recommended. This age group gets the most out of creating levels, learning basic design logic, and playing co-op with friends or family. Parental oversight recommended for online interactions.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Appropriate. Teens can take full advantage of community sharing and advanced creation tools; be aware online UGC and chat can include unmoderated content.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Appropriate for older teens and young adults. Creative sandbox and social features are appealing; note that online servers and DLC availability have changed over time.

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