From one Suiko fan to another, the only games I truly enjoyed on my PSP was Jeanne D' Arc and tales of Eternia. So I say bump them up to priority wish list if you want an RPG fix. Tales can be considered a side scroller beat em up, just keep fighting random battles. =P Final Fantasy Tactics was a disappointment considering how much I loved it when I was a kid. Partly because I hate the new translation of Ye Old English in the Lion's war. Other than that I just used my PSP as an mp3 player. It's retired now though.

Just in case you're interesed in review scores.

Jeanne D'arc -Best and worst reviews.

100

The Onion (A.V. Club)

Folks who traded in their PSPs for lack of awesome games should be feeling substantial remorse right about now.

100

GameShark

Jeanne D'Arc manages to deliver on all fronts, from the presentation to the fast paced and streamlined open-ended battles and skill binding mechanics. Everything in this game is polished, pretty, highly functional and fun. At the end of the day it's hard for me to complain about anything in this game.

96

Digital Entertainment News

Immediately becomes the best reason to own a PSP in ages. MUST… HAVE!

95

Game Chronicles

Jeanne d’Arc is the best tactical RPG that I have played in a long time. The amount of skill customization and various character types with their own weapon types and skills is amazing as is the sheer level of detail in ever facet of the presentation.

95

TotalPlayStation

Jeanne d'Arc does nearly everything perfectly, and I know I keep harping on this, but it's just a stellar first effort for Level-5. If your PSP has been collecting dust since, say, Crush, break out the dust mop and grab this game.

93

AtomicGamer

Jeanne D'Arc is one of the best games to be released on Sony's portable system to date.

92

Cheat Code Central

I was thoroughly enraptured by Jeanne D'Arc. It's a sweeping epic that has both the mechanics and visuals to make it a must-play title.

80

NTSC-uk

There’s no doubt that coming to this game from something such as Final Fantasy Tactics or Disgaea will prove to be too easy a ride for those experienced with the genre, but for anyone looking for a more portable Strategy-RPG, with a wonderful story to tell, Jeanne d’Arc will be a perfect fit.

70

EuroGamer

The storyline, while clearly bonkers, makes a refreshing change to the standard RPG fare, if only because it draws at least superficially, on historical characters and events.

Tales of Eternia -

98

GameBrink

The absolute best portable rpg that exists for any handheld system to date. [JPN Import]

90

PALGN

Simply, Tales of Eternia is one of the best games you can get for the PSP. It breaks the RPG drought and is one of the best handheld RPG’s since "Golden Sun."

90

AceGamez

It's charming, well presented, deep, involving and infinitely rewarding.

90

Deeko

There isn't a modicum of doubt in my mind that this is the best RPG on the PSP.

70

Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK

As old-skool as RPGs get, but in a good way. An enjoyable journey gobbler. [Christmas 2005, p.110]

60

Sydney Morning Herald

The combat is quirky and original, but it's a system that RPG stalwarts may dislike for its dependence on reflexes over character statistics. It also takes some getting used to, so be prepared to stumble through the game for a while before you find your feet.

I hated Metal Gear Ac!d from what I tried years ago. It's one of those love em or hate em games. Metal Gear Portable Ops looks interesting if I can find it cheap I'll probably give it a go.

Thanks for all the advice, can anyone recommend any Atlus games besides Hammerin' Hero? Yggarda Union and Rivera got some harsh reviews.

I love my PSP. My fave games, ones that I would recommend, are Infected, Twisted Metal: Head On, WWE Smackdown Vs. Raw 2008, GTA Liberty City (I do like Chinatown Wars better, btw), and Tekken: Dark Resurrection. Those are the ones I can think of now. Tons of awesome looking games coming out this year too!

Give DJ Max Fever a try if you are into music games :)

yes, it is based on the saint Joan of Arc. And yes, it's a freaking fantastic game!

So Yggarda Union (spelling?) , Riviera: The Promised Land aren't worth picking up?

I think I'm gonna grab Syphon Filter cause the eBay prices are insanely cheap.

One other question: are there fake PSP UMDS? Similiar to fake DS carts. It's way out there but im curious if there is.

Thanks again :)

you'll need a bigger Pro Duo card! i forked out for a 8 gig one. Quality.

I keep music, movies and of course, many games on it.

Speaking of movies, download yourself some freeware to transfer your movies onto it.

Games wise - try out Resistance. i can't get over how good that game is. God of War too is also amazing.

Update to the latest firmware, and check out the playstation store (be sure to sign up for the playstation network) so you can download demos, full psp games, trailers, themes, and even ps1 classics.

How has nobody mentioned this yet?

PATAPON!

Any of the Ratchet & Clanks are good.

My only other recommendation would be God of War and you have it.