PlayStationusers remain divided on the concept of Trophy-focused shovelware. Some gamers are disgusted by the addition of easy, overly similar jumping games or clickers, believing that those who play these titles should be ashamed. On the flip side, somePlayStationTrophy hunters get a kick out of these easy titles, caring more about the end goal of having more Trophies than what they played to reach that count.
This conversation has gone on for months now, and it is unlikely to stop anytime soon. Just likeSeptember 2022’s abundance of easy Trophy releases, October has added dozens of simple and cheap Platinums for gamers to pad their stats with. For those looking to play some easy Trophy titles after going through a big AAA game, or for players who simply find easy Trophy hunts relaxing, the following titles could be worth a look.
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All of October 2022’s Easy Trophy Games
Note: All games are ordered by time required to unlock the Platinum Trophy.
Breaking Down The Easy Trophy Games of October 2022
Trophy hunters that have experience playing titles with laughably easy achievement lists should recognize a few of the series mentioned above. All the “Quiz”-related games have Trophies that pop instantly if players spam the triggers on theDualSense, while theOur Churchtitles require pressing X and walking forward. The “Jumping” series sees players holding down a button, with the “Turbo” versions costing more in exchange for the prop jumping faster - slightly speeding up the Platinum process. The “Stroke The Animal” games are essentially the same concept, as areThe Pong PandThe Capybara P.
For those unfamiliar with the “Story” series, theRiceandHalloweengames will essentially provide the same gameplay. Players will tap a button to grow some crops and then upgrade their factory to grow crops at a quicker rate. Once they make enough money, the Platinum will unlock. For those looking for an extra simple Platinum, and one of the cheapest of the month, the one-minute run throughUnited States Capitalscould be the move. Players simply need to click on some States to answer some easy questions, speeding through theTrophy listtoward the Platinum.
There are a few other things worth noting about this month’s lineup. For starters, it is easy to realize that Halloween recently took place, as a number of games are themed around the spooky season. For those who already miss costumes, candy, and scares,Bones of Halloweencould be worth a try. Players can complete it twice for two Platinums, getting more out of their $5 thanks to its cross-buy status. Additionally, gamers only looking for the speediestPlatinum Trophiesshould be wary of Mighty Math. While it can theoretically be done in 10 minutes, it can also take an hour, as a lot of RNG and math skill is involved. For gamers light on time, or those who want something risk-free, one of the quicker Platinums may be worth grabbing instead.
Though these games will not provide progress towardPlayStation Starslevels, as none of the Trophies are rare since they are so easy, they will help players reach higher Trophy levels. For those willing to spend a bit of money, they can have a far easier path toward level 999, as the Trophies in a cheesy game likeMermaidioare worth just as much as those inGod of War: Ragnarok.
