4: Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction

The animated Lombax and Robot team gets back to its series roots with Tools of Destruction, axing multiplayer entirely in favour of a robust and beautifully designed single-player campaign. Like playing along with a Pixar movie, developer Insomniac Games drops you into a witty story, arming you with enough clever weapons to take on anything that comes your way. It's fun, gorgeous and worthy of PS3's best.

3: Uncharted: Drake's Fortune

Yes, Lara Croft did the treasure-hunting, action platforming thing first but have you played a Tomb Raider game lately?

The creative minds of Naughty Dog must have and thought: "We can do better than this."

And they certainly did by crafting the slick and enjoyable Unchartered, a title that featured interesting level designs, lush jungle scenery and the kind of swashbuckling action that would make Indiana Jones crack a grizzled smile.

It was also released early in the PS3's lifecycle, giving PS3 owners something to chew on as they waited for more high profile titles to be released. No matter how you cut it, Nathan Drake's adventure is one definitely worth undertaking.

2: Grand Theft Auto 4

Like Rock Band, deciding which versiou of GTA IV to play is a tossup. More opponents for online play is great, but we're big fans of better graphics, and the PS3 has an ever so slight edge in that department. Plus the install cuts down on loading screens, which gives us more time to ram firetrucks into dirtbikes.

1: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots

This is the one. If you're planning to buy a PlayStation 3, or you already have one, Metal Gear Solid 4 should be at the top of your list. It's an epic stealth-shooter with jaw-dropping graphics and a massively detailed storyline.

Sure, the 20-minute cinema scenes can drag on a bit too long, but the game's quality shines through in every aspect of its production. Unlockable rewards, 70+ weapons, and a well-designed online mode will keep you playing months after you've completed the core single-player experience. If you've ever loved a shooter, a stealth game, or an action game, Metal Gear Solid 4 is a can't-miss game.