That would be amazing. I wish we still had a flood of action platformers. I miss those days. MS should take note with Banjo and Conker instead of letting them waste away.
Official Thread Ratchet and Clank: The Thread Based on the Game Based on the Movie Based on the Game
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I'm really enjoying the game so far, presentation, game play and the humor elements are all really well done.
I'd pick up a remade Crash Bandicoot, if that ever happened. I think there's some issue with licensing, though.
I liked and agreed with this opinion piece:
Ratchet & Clank Reminds Us Of An Innocence We May Have Lost
"... this particular remake isn’t only special because the developers rebuilt it from the ground up for a new generation. It also reminds us of a time when innocence was a big part of the hobby. Clearly stemming from a time when video games really were designed for children, we used to see lots of charming, totally inoffensive, yet wildly engaging games hit the market. They weren’t 'kiddie,' per se; they were merely accessible and lighthearted."
"... I’ve been missing the colorful and the cheerful, traits I know Nintendo still has in abundance (though that company has lost me along the way), but are hard to find in the more adult PlayStation, Xbox and PC realms. Ratchet & Clank reminds me of a time when video games didn’t take themselves so seriously, when we weren’t trying to make a point or push technology forward with every single production. This was a franchise that everyone can play and enjoy and I have only one question: How many established IPs can we say this about today?"
"There aren’t many. Back in the day, there were lots of franchises that embodied lighthearted fun and veterans can easily name ten off the tops of their heads. It was a big part of the industry and sadly, it isn’t anymore. Ratchet and Clank stands out today, not only because we don’t see gameplay like that anymore, but also because of its tone. It’s unfortunate that such a tone appears to be on life support, that’s all. And I know you can find it if you look hard enough; I’m talking about a time when big-budget AA.A games had such a tone as well."
"Don’t really see that anymore. It’s a little depressing. That’s why R&C puts a smile on my face."
http://vgrhq.com/ratchet-clank-reminds-us-of-an-innocence-we-may-have-lost/
Ratchet & Clank Reminds Us Of An Innocence We May Have Lost
"... this particular remake isn’t only special because the developers rebuilt it from the ground up for a new generation. It also reminds us of a time when innocence was a big part of the hobby. Clearly stemming from a time when video games really were designed for children, we used to see lots of charming, totally inoffensive, yet wildly engaging games hit the market. They weren’t 'kiddie,' per se; they were merely accessible and lighthearted."
"... I’ve been missing the colorful and the cheerful, traits I know Nintendo still has in abundance (though that company has lost me along the way), but are hard to find in the more adult PlayStation, Xbox and PC realms. Ratchet & Clank reminds me of a time when video games didn’t take themselves so seriously, when we weren’t trying to make a point or push technology forward with every single production. This was a franchise that everyone can play and enjoy and I have only one question: How many established IPs can we say this about today?"
"There aren’t many. Back in the day, there were lots of franchises that embodied lighthearted fun and veterans can easily name ten off the tops of their heads. It was a big part of the industry and sadly, it isn’t anymore. Ratchet and Clank stands out today, not only because we don’t see gameplay like that anymore, but also because of its tone. It’s unfortunate that such a tone appears to be on life support, that’s all. And I know you can find it if you look hard enough; I’m talking about a time when big-budget AA.A games had such a tone as well."
"Don’t really see that anymore. It’s a little depressing. That’s why R&C puts a smile on my face."
http://vgrhq.com/ratchet-clank-reminds-us-of-an-innocence-we-may-have-lost/
Haha, this is the first Ratchet and Clank game I've played too and honestly I'm loving it. At $40 I don't think you can go wrong, it's better than a lot of $60 games I've purchased
Here's some swimming around and exploring.
I think Sony has got the message loud and clear people want a new or remade Crash Bandicoot. Just now up to them to see if they can negotiate a deal with Activision and find the right developer for it.
Once again JinCA absolutely awesome pictures. Cannot wait for this to release in the UK.
It seems like there has been some Crash teasing. I say it gets announced at some point this year.
Picked mine up this evening. I think I'll enjoy playing a game like this. I'm too tired right now, so it'll have to wait, but I'll probably get to it tomorrow or the next day.
I bought it at Gamestop. Hadn't bought a game there in a long time. The guy told me my rewards card was running out, did I want to renew? I figured what the hell, but then I noticed that the mag (GI) would be delivered electronically. I asked if I could get the printed version instead. I told him I liked to read it on the toilet. I felt he should know that. He said "no, they locked it in that way." I didn't cotton to that, so I told him to never mind, take it off. "No one is going to lock me in," I said indignantly. He said I could switch it later, when I got the email. But the damage had been done. No way, Jose. I'll find something else to read on the toilet.
I bought it at Gamestop. Hadn't bought a game there in a long time. The guy told me my rewards card was running out, did I want to renew? I figured what the hell, but then I noticed that the mag (GI) would be delivered electronically. I asked if I could get the printed version instead. I told him I liked to read it on the toilet. I felt he should know that. He said "no, they locked it in that way." I didn't cotton to that, so I told him to never mind, take it off. "No one is going to lock me in," I said indignantly. He said I could switch it later, when I got the email. But the damage had been done. No way, Jose. I'll find something else to read on the toilet.
They always try to push that digital version on me, I'm glad I've never taken them up on it. I still like getting the printed version for exactly the same reason you stated lol.
Here are a few videos showing some different areas and a couple of pics.
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I marathoned this game in two days and now I miss it. For me it was like wandering in the desert and finding a bit of water and just drinking it all far too quickly, that's how I feel about the lack of games like this now. 
I marathoned this game in two days and now I miss it. For me it was like wandering in the desert and finding a bit of water and just drinking it all far too quickly, that's how I feel about the lack of games like this now.
Yeah I'm on my second play through now, I'm doing the challenge mode so I didn't have to unlock all of the weapons again. It really is an awesome game, so much personality to go along with the high production values and game play.
I marathoned this game in two days and now I miss it. For me it was like wandering in the desert and finding a bit of water and just drinking it all far too quickly, that's how I feel about the lack of games like this now.
Yeah, I really hope it sells well, so we will get more games like it.
I picked this up today and will maybe play this weekend. I'm gonna send the bill to JinCA since it's his fault I had to buy it.
Played the first half hour. Laughed out loud several times. I love the dumb humor in this series. It's great to see R & C on the PS4. I haven't recognized anything from previous games yet, although I'm early on -- it's all been new material so far.
watched the guys over on 
Easy Allies (Patreon, Twitch and Youtube) playing this, so hop't over to https://www.offgamers.com got a £30 topup for £26.84 just waiting for kick off now.
Easy Allies (Patreon, Twitch and Youtube) playing this, so hop't over to https://www.offgamers.com got a £30 topup for £26.84 just waiting for kick off now.
I'm enjoying the game a lot, just having fun. I'm about 2 hours in. The first 1:15 was all new material. The last 45 minutes has been familiar in terms of plot and level design, but it still feels like a new experience, because the enemies are so different, the graphics are so much better, and they've changed aspects of the level design.
I'm just playing a half hour here and there -- rationing it, sort of -- because I don't want to finish it too quickly. I have a feeling that there won't be another game like this out for years.
Here's a reviewer commenting on how R & C feels different than most modern games:
"I never realized just how significant the change is until I sat down and played the recently released remake. After a few hours, it dawned on my that I had spent the majority of my time grinning at the screen. Then I asked myself- "When's the last time you did that?" When's the last time a video game elicited this feeling of pure, engaged entertainment? [....] "
"The point is, I can't remember the last time a game did have this effect. Just happy as a clam, running around, not wanting to stop, enjoying every ounce of the production. You don't have to think very hard about anything, there's nothing dark or gritty or dirty or grimy to get in the way of the carefree fun, and while there's certainly depth, there isn't enough to make you sit, lost in thought. No, this is just fun. And I've completely forgotten that video games did this at one point."
"A big recommendation, especially to those older gamers who might have an inkling of what I'm talking about. "
http://www.psxextreme.com/ps4-news/5078.html
I'm just playing a half hour here and there -- rationing it, sort of -- because I don't want to finish it too quickly. I have a feeling that there won't be another game like this out for years.
Here's a reviewer commenting on how R & C feels different than most modern games:
"I never realized just how significant the change is until I sat down and played the recently released remake. After a few hours, it dawned on my that I had spent the majority of my time grinning at the screen. Then I asked myself- "When's the last time you did that?" When's the last time a video game elicited this feeling of pure, engaged entertainment? [....] "
"The point is, I can't remember the last time a game did have this effect. Just happy as a clam, running around, not wanting to stop, enjoying every ounce of the production. You don't have to think very hard about anything, there's nothing dark or gritty or dirty or grimy to get in the way of the carefree fun, and while there's certainly depth, there isn't enough to make you sit, lost in thought. No, this is just fun. And I've completely forgotten that video games did this at one point."
"A big recommendation, especially to those older gamers who might have an inkling of what I'm talking about.
"http://www.psxextreme.com/ps4-news/5078.html
One of my boy's had a birthday yesterday and on the way to the ATM to fill a card with some $$$, I used my long-standing sly trick of adding in a game that maybe I'd like too. He's at work today so I think I'll give his present a whirl. 
One of my boy's had a birthday yesterday and on the way to the ATM to fill a card with some $$$, I used my long-standing sly trick of adding in a game that maybe I'd like too. He's at work today so I think I'll give his present a whirl.
This would be a great game for a father and son to play together. No co-op, but maybe alternately taking the controls.
I'm not aware of one, although I'm early in the game. There is a very generous sticky aim, but I haven't noticed a lock-on yet. Maybe someone who's played longer can chime in.
I think 2 of the weapons have lock on features and a couple of the grenade style weapons will seek out enemies but how well they do that depends on how much you upgrade them.
Thanks.
I think it's less of an issue than I thought it would be based on the demo. I'm getting used to shooting and launching things where they need to go.