The PlayStation Portable (PSP) may be discontinued, but its impact on portable gaming remains unmatched in many ways. It was a handheld system ahead of its time—offering console-quality visuals, physical media via the seduniatoto UMD format, and a digital storefront long before mobile gaming became the norm. More than its features, though, the PSP is remembered for its rich library of games. Many of those PSP games remain exclusive to the system and are ripe for a modern-day revival.

Take Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror—an espionage action game with tight mechanics and surprisingly strong storytelling. Though the franchise began on the original PlayStation, it found a perfect home on the PSP. Its lack of a modern reboot is often lamented by fans who believe it could easily thrive in today’s stealth-action landscape. Another underrated gem is SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo, which introduced tactical shooter gameplay to handhelds with surprising polish and depth.

Lumines is another title that feels timeless. A blend of rhythm and puzzle gameplay, it offered a meditative experience wrapped in sleek visuals and a thumping soundtrack. The core concept remains strong enough to be repackaged for any platform, from mobile to PS5. Likewise, Resistance: Retribution gave PSP players a gritty, fast-paced shooter that didn’t compromise on story or visuals—a handheld experience that still feels impressive today.

What made these PSP games special wasn’t just their design, but their understanding of the platform’s strengths. They offered depth without demanding long play sessions, and they innovated around the limitations of a single analog stick and smaller screen. Today, many of these titles remain locked away from the public unless you own a functioning PSP or emulator. Sony would do well to bring them back—not just for nostalgia, but because they genuinely hold up and have more to offer in today’s gaming world.