LittleBigPlanet is a puzzle platform video game (with user-generated content) for the PlayStation 3. It is developed by Media Molecule, a British company founded in part by Rag Doll Kung Fu creator Mark Healey, and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCE). The game received an overwhelmingly positive reaction from critics and has been praised for its presentation, including its graphics, physics and audio, along with its gameplay and large array of customisable and online features.
For the game, Media Molecule has released numerous downloadable content (DLC) packs on the PlayStation Store. All DLC packs released for LittleBigPlanet are also compatible with LittleBigPlanet 2 but those designed for the sequel are not available in the first game. Costumes from both LittleBigPlanet and LittleBigPlanet 2 are compatible with the PlayStation Vita version of the game, as well as LittleBigPlanet Karting for the PS3. The content of the game's DLC packs vary but include costumes, stickers, decorations, objects, music, creation tools and new levels. Some of these packs are available free of charge while others are available to purchase. Much of the development of LittleBigPlanets DLC is outsourced by Media Molecule to their development partners, Tarsier Studios, Fireproof Games and Supermassive Games. The packs announced to date are listed below.
The Incredibles Costumes and Level Kit were removed from sale in the first week of June 2012 (Later returned in September 2014) It was the first time that non-free content had been removed from sale. No explanation of the reason why was given. On , all Disney DLC packs across the series were permanently delisted, including The Incredibles and Pirates of the Caribbean Costumes and Level Kits.
On , all Marvel DLC packs were removed from the PlayStation Store due to licensing expiration. After this date, it was not possible to purchase or download previously purchased copies of the packs.
Downloadable packs and their contents Pack name and citationFirst releasedAustraliaEuropeNorth AmericaCostumesStickersLevelsNotes2000AD Costume packIndividual costumes also available separatelyAnimal Costume PackPack contains Gorilla, Penguin, Frog and Shark costumes. Individual costumes also available separately. This pack is also included in LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.Ape Escape 'Pipo Monkey' CostumeOriginally only available as a pre-order bonusAssassin's Creed II 'Ezio' CostumeBeta Test VestEveryone who takes part in a LittleBigPlanet beta test will receive the Beta Test Vest costume piece.Bug Blaster CostumeThe Bug Blaster is awarded to beta testers who report important bugs during beta tests.Birthday Cake CostumeOriginally only available for one week. re-release November 2010. Currently still available as of LBP2 Launch in January 2011.Buzz! minipackContains Buzz! costume and few stickers.Chinese New Year CostumesCreator Pack 1Pack contains new five Create tools and playable scenes demonstrating the new features (Infinite-Life Checkpoint, Tetherless Jetpack and Enhancement Remover, tweakable visibility for connectors, Global Lighting Switch and tweakable trigger angle range for switches).Egyptian Mythology Mini-packFestive Goodies PackRe-released on 3 December 2009GhostbustersCostumes also available separatelyGod of War Kratos CostumeStandalone costume available as a pre-order bonus.Also given away free with UK edition of Official PlayStation Magazine.God of War mini packIncludes costumes for Medusa and a Minotar as well as God of War themed stickers.Groundhog Day CostumeAvailable again the last week of January 2010 for about four weeksHeavenly Sword Nariko CostumeStandalone costume only available as a pre-order bonusHeavenly Sword mini packHeavy Rain costume packIncludes costumes of characters from the game Heavy Rain, including Madison, Jayden, Shelby, Ethan, and the Origami Parajita.Hessian Sackboy FragrancesAvailable only for one day. Released as an April Fools' Day joke – although the pack does add new items to the Costumes menu, these merely trigger animations and are not wearable costume items.History Costume PackCostumes also available separately and included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.History KitThe pack also includes 13 decorations, 5 materials, 4 objects, 1 sound object, 1 music track and 1 background. Also included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.The Incredibles Costume KitCostumes also available separately.The Incredibles Level KitThe pack also includes 11 decorations, 9 materials, 6 objects, 1 music track and 1 background.InFamous CostumeJon Burgerman Original Sticker KitKabuki ActorKillzone 2 mini packLittleBigPlanet Cap (see Notes)This item could not be purchased normally and was initially only available as a free download to customers that purchased the Qore Episode 24 from the PlayStation Store previewing LittleBigPlanet 2. It was later given to users as a competition reward similarly to the Prize Crown.LocoRoco Costume KitMainichi Issho Toro CostumeMarvel Costume Pack 1Includes costumes for Thing, Iron Man, Doctor Octopus, Mystique and Daredevil.Marvel Costume Pack 2Includes costumes for Spider-Man, Human Torch, Elektra, Ghost Rider and Thor.Marvel Costume Pack 3Includes costumes for Captain America, Wolverine, Invisible Woman, Rogue, Venom.Marvel Costume Pack 4Includes costumes for Green Goblin, Hulk, Magneto, the Punisher, Storm.Marvel Level PackAlso contains 3 Marvel-themed music tracks, 5 objects, 6 materials, 12 decorations and a "Rooftop" level background.Metal Gear Solid Premium Character PackCostumes also available separately and included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.Metal Gear Solid Level PackPack also includes 12 materials, 10 decorations, 18 objects 3 background music tracks, 1 interactive music track, 1 sound object and new construction tools (Plasma Ball, Laser Sight, Searchlight, Paintinator and Paint Switch). Also included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.ModNation Racers Costume PackThe Monkey King CostumeMonsters Costume PackAlso included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.Monsters KitKit also contains:4 pieces of scenery, 5 Materials, 26 Decorations, Horror Sounds, 'Party Ghouls' soundtrack and 'Monster Cave' background. Also included in the LittleBigPlanet – Game of the Year Edition.More Animals Costume PackPack contains Fly, Peacock, Hippo and Turtle costumes. Individual costumes also available separately.MotorStorm CostumeMusic Pack 1Three interactive music tracksNorse Mythology Mini-packPatapon CostumePirates of the Caribbean Costume KitPirates of the Caribbean Premium Level KitPack also includes new level-creation tools allowing the user to incorporate water into their levels, 4 music tracks, 27 objects, 8 materials, 1 sound object and 1 background.Prize CrownOnly provided to specific users and competition winners One crown was auctioned in aid of the Play For Japan campaign to help fund relief efforts following the Japanese earthquake and Tsunami in 2011Pumpkin headRe-released on 29 October 2009Rag Doll Kung FuRare LittleBigPlanet PSP Launch T-shirtThis item was available for one week. For a small period of time on the Hong Kong PlayStation Store this item was free, although it was not free in most other countries.Rare LittleBigPlanet PSP Launch CapThis item was free as an automatically downloadable content pack, but was only made available to those who had already purchased the rare PSP launch T-shirt the week of 24 November 2009.Rare Week 1 T-shirtOnly available during week of game launch. According to Media Molecule, this is the rarest of all costume items and will never be released again. A different Week 1 T-shirt was made available in January 2011 for the Little Big Planet 2 launch.Resistance 2 'Chimera' CostumeSack-Eating Plant CostumeSack in the Box CostumeSacktue of Liberty CostumeMade available again beginning 29 June 2010 for about one weekSanta CostumeReleased in two packs. One containing boots and coat and one containing hat and beardRe-released on 3 December 2009 for roughly thirty daysSolstice Druid CostumeOnly available for "a week or two". Made available again beginning 21 June 2010 for about one weekSonic Costume PackCostumes also available separately. Full costume pack also comes with Sonic the Hedgehog themed stickersSpacesuitOriginally only available during week of game launch. Re-released for the week of the game's one-year anniversary. Released again first week of Little Big Planet 2 release for free. It was also re-released again in the first week of Little Big Planet Vita and Little Big Planet Karting releases.St Patrick's Day Leprechaun costumeOnly available for one week, was re-released on 17 March 2010 also for only one weekStreet Fighter II Costume KitCostumes also available separatelyTeam Ico packPack also contains sound effectsCostumes also available separatelyTurkey Head CostumeValentines Day mini packThe pack also includes 7 decorations, 5 materials and 5 objects. Pack was re-released for Valentine's Day 2010 for only one weekVera Bee Sticker PackWatchmen PackCostumes also available separatelyWhite Knight Chronicles Costume KitCostumes also available separatelyWipeout Pack
References
External links Official LittleBigPlanet Downloadable Content Catalogue