

Critics found the controls and general gameplay give a feeling that this title doesn't belong on a portable system, and the level design is also incredibly dark and lackluster, landing this version at the bottom of the list. Unfortunately, while it fits in the overall narrative of the franchise, Essentials isn't without its faults. In addition, while there are new levels, there are also recreated levels for Portable gamers to experience that missed out on the console games. However, the game also features plenty of flashback missions that give the game a feeling of scope. The story follows Sam Fisher as he recounts events that took place after being captured by Third Echelon. Splinter Cell: Essentials was released for the PlayStation Portable back in 2006 and is set one year after the events of Splinter Cell: Double Agent. RELATED: Ubisoft Fans Express Their Anger As The Publisher Begins To Sell NFTs 8. Splinter Cell Essentials - 54/100 As for new fans of the series, this will also show what some of the best choices are to dive into the pitch-black world of Sam Fisher. By the end of the list, fans should have a clear idea of what each game offers and what makes them so special.


However, with each game, the story and mechanics continue to improve on the last version to create a genuinely genre-changing experience.īut with so many games in the series, which one can be considered the best, according to critics? This list will break down the average score of each game with ratings from Metacritic and the Internet Games Database. Since its release, the adventures of Sam Fisher have taken him to all corners of the globe, where he's experienced everything from betrayal to loss. But none have helped expand the genre more than Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell franchise. When it comes to stealth in video games, players may turn to titles like Metal Gear Solid or the early Assassin's Creed games.
