PS3 Games
PlayStation 3 Games
A whole generation of classic titles on Blu-ray disc, at prices little else can match. Note: PS3 games do not run on PS4 or PS5 — you need a PS3 console.
- PS3 only: the PS4 and PS5 are not compatible with PS3 discs.
- Very low prices: the cheapest way into classic titles.
- Blu-ray disc: the PS3 was among the first consoles with Blu-ray.
- Ideal for collecting: many titles never appeared on a later platform.
What are you after?
What you need to know
The essential point: compatibility stopped here. The PS4 and PS5 do not read PS3 discs, because the PS3 architecture was entirely different. Without a PS3 console, the disc is no use to you.
On the other hand, that is exactly why the category is worth browsing: many outstanding titles from the generation never appeared on a later platform, and a PS3 is the only way to play them.
See also
PS4 Games PS3 Accessories Retro & Arcade PSP / PSVita Games All Video Games
Frequently asked questions
- Do they work on PS4 or PS5?
- No. Neither reads PS3 discs — the PS3 architecture was entirely different. You need a PS3 console.
- Which PS3 models play them?
- All of them: the original PS3, the Slim and the Super Slim. They differ in size, power draw and noise, not in game compatibility.
- Why buy PS3 games today?
- Because several outstanding titles from the generation never appeared on a later platform, and prices are among the lowest anywhere.
- Are they region locked?
- PS3 discs are generally region free for games, with very few exceptions.
- Do I need an internet connection?
- Not to play. Some titles have updates or downloadable content, but the base game runs from the disc.
- Can I collect my order from the shop?
- Yes, choose collection at checkout, with no shipping cost.
Make sure you have a PS3 console. It is the most common mistake here: PS3 discs do not play on a PS4 or a PS5. If you have a PS4, see PS4 Games.