Official Thread Ratchet and Clank: The Thread Based on the Game Based on the Movie Based on the Game
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I am totally sucked into playing R&C. Quantum Break be damned...yeah I said it. This game is so retro (but new), solid, fun, funny, and beautiful. The gameplay variety is fantastic always bringing something new to the table as you progress. It didn't stand out like this to me 14 years ago because there were so many games like it at the time. Today it is a shining star amid dark and gritty shooters. I don't think it's fair to even call this a remake as it is far more than a pixel bump.
Yeah I had an issue with a few of the weapons at first but I just had to remember to press the left trigger, as if that isn't how it's done in every game lol
One of the things I like about this game is that it's been so long since I played a game like this.
I'm on the 3rd planet (Aridia) now. The action is fun, with plenty of variety even though I'm still early in the game. When you die, there's no real loss, at least at this stage.
The characters are funny and one of the highlights of the game for me. The levels have seemed familiar lately, but that's okay -- the familiarity is nice, and they've done such a big overhaul, it feels new at the same time.
I like the RPG elements, too. They are much more fleshed out than before, and they add to that sense of being rewarded as you play. I'm not much into the "collectible" aspects of these games, although I did notice you get some nice bonuses from completing card sets.
It's not a hard game at all. I'm playing on Normal, because that's how I play all my games. Guys at GAF say Normal is for sissies and real men play on Hard. Such remarks make me question my manliness. However, my priority is to just relax and have a good time. I like the sensation of plowing through enemies. If I do a second run, maybe I'll play on Hard then.
I'm on the 3rd planet (Aridia) now. The action is fun, with plenty of variety even though I'm still early in the game. When you die, there's no real loss, at least at this stage.
The characters are funny and one of the highlights of the game for me. The levels have seemed familiar lately, but that's okay -- the familiarity is nice, and they've done such a big overhaul, it feels new at the same time.
I like the RPG elements, too. They are much more fleshed out than before, and they add to that sense of being rewarded as you play. I'm not much into the "collectible" aspects of these games, although I did notice you get some nice bonuses from completing card sets.
It's not a hard game at all. I'm playing on Normal, because that's how I play all my games. Guys at GAF say Normal is for sissies and real men play on Hard. Such remarks make me question my manliness. However, my priority is to just relax and have a good time. I like the sensation of plowing through enemies. If I do a second run, maybe I'll play on Hard then.
Playing this game is reminding me of the first time I played Kameo. Just looking around and taking in the visuals.
Nearly every item or surface has so much detail. And the art direction ties everything together very nicely.
The gameplay is pretty fun too. Things get pretty chaotic for a platformer.
Nearly every item or surface has so much detail. And the art direction ties everything together very nicely.
The gameplay is pretty fun too. Things get pretty chaotic for a platformer.
Yeah, i've always felt like Ratchet & Clank is Sony's Super Mario. A solid fun platformer that looks beautiful. It's a good change of pace from the same old games we keep getting. Highly underrated franchise.
Finally got the game! The 10 day delay sucked but now I can see it in all its glory. My goodness this game looks spectacular and everything is so vivid and bright. This games pacing is brilliant, not too long on each planet though I would have liked another 5 minutes on Veldin but Karwen was a great a length as was Novaris. This game might be about 8 to 10 hours long but it oozes quality, polish and refinement. Everything is so intuitive and tight to play and it has been the best game I have played in 2016 and is simply one of the best games of the generation. Insomniac nailed it.
Yeah, I agree. They did a great job. Their last two games (Fuse and Sunset OD) must have disappointed them (I mean in terms of their reception), so I'm hoping they are celebrating the success this one is having -- at least in the media ... we'll see what the sales figures look like. I've heard that it seems to be doing all right on amazon, but we'll have to wait for NPD to get a clearer picture.
Anyway, this game deserves to be a success. It is a labor of love. We haven't seen anything like it for ages (unless you count Knack, which we won't). It is so well executed, with all of the parts meshing so well (character, gameplay, variety, pacing, art, visuals, etc.). It's a great game, one of the year's best for sure.
I remember reading Jeff Cannata saying that this had the best first week sales of any Ratchet game, and I would assume that would be only North America sales since it has only come out in Europe and the UK recently so I am expecting it to do well.
I don't think so, I didn't have a problem with it so I didn't look for a way to change it but I don't remember that standing out when I looked through the options.
The train level is an absolute visual feast.
I have a laugh where the girl character was playing a video game online and cracked at her opponent, "Lives_at_home_347"...then I realize, "hey, I live at home...who doesn't live at home, WTF!?!" The jokes have layers that can easily be missed.
I have a laugh where the girl character was playing a video game online and cracked at her opponent, "Lives_at_home_347"...then I realize, "hey, I live at home...who doesn't live at home, WTF!?!" The jokes have layers that can easily be missed.
I think it's the brand new controller I'm using needing to be broken in a little bit.
Just got to Gaspar. Damn does this game open up in that level. The jetpack is an awesome addition and adds so much to exploration and the freedom in how you tackle enemies. This game keeps getting better and better. New and cooler weapons, more expansive locales, new gadgets and more gameplay variety.
game looks fantastic, plays like a dream and time just fly's by when i'm playing it.
Bouncer is stupidly powerful in the game and i usually just pop a few into rooms/areas to take care of any enemies before i move forward, also kills Boss's in no time.
Bouncer is stupidly powerful in the game and i usually just pop a few into rooms/areas to take care of any enemies before i move forward, also kills Boss's in no time.
It seems to be doing well in the UK.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/20...-tops-uk-chart
"It has tripled the release week total of the franchise's previous best release week, for Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time on PS3."
It's a joy to read gamer impressions on this one. People just seem so delighted to play it. The main complaint seems to be rubberbanding during the hoverboard races, which can be an issue if you're playing on Hard. A potential workaround is to turn down the difficulty to Normal during the races, then back up to Hard for combat. Adjusting difficulty doesn't affect the trophies.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/20...-tops-uk-chart
"It has tripled the release week total of the franchise's previous best release week, for Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time on PS3."
It's a joy to read gamer impressions on this one. People just seem so delighted to play it. The main complaint seems to be rubberbanding during the hoverboard races, which can be an issue if you're playing on Hard. A potential workaround is to turn down the difficulty to Normal during the races, then back up to Hard for combat. Adjusting difficulty doesn't affect the trophies.
Finally completed it. What an awesome game. Probably took me around 12 hours whilst doing a lot of side content. I am hoping for the next Ratchet and Clank regardless if it is another reimagining or proper sequel to a Crack in time that we see this level of polish, quality and visual fidelity but with new weapons, bigger and more planets and more gadgets. Sony and Insomniac have got people back into Ratchet and Clank, it is selling well by all accounts and they really do have potential to build on this and make the next game bigger and more successful.
But really if you have a PS4 and enjoy action games, adventure or platformers then you should pick this up.
But really if you have a PS4 and enjoy action games, adventure or platformers then you should pick this up.
They should remake Going Commando and Up Your Arsenal. Those Ratchet & Clank games were the cream of the crop on the PS2. Sounds like the first remake is doing well so why not. Make it happen Sony/Insomniac!
I kind of expected. My issue with watching the movie is I would want to pick up a controller and "play" it. I am at least mildly interested in watching it some day on video to catch some back story into the R&C universe.
Yeah, me too. I might rent it on Netflix some day, just to see how it came out, or just see what they did with the characters/story. It looks like it met the fate of most "videogames turned movie." I don't think the director had a very good track record, and I'm guessing the script was written by someone who wasn't really a fan of the games.
It's unfortunate. It would've been nice to have had a good, fun movie to go along with this good, fun game. Ah well.
such a great game, beat it on hard. now playing through again on challenge mode.
mine came with the Bouncer weapon and it is stupidly overpowered to the point you just launch a couple into a new area that the weapon is most suitable to use in and it destroys everything.
my only real problem was dying multiple times when trying to get out of the sewer. oddly, on challenge mode i got out first time.
mine came with the Bouncer weapon and it is stupidly overpowered to the point you just launch a couple into a new area that the weapon is most suitable to use in and it destroys everything.
my only real problem was dying multiple times when trying to get out of the sewer. oddly, on challenge mode i got out first time.
I'm still plunking slowly away. I like how they keep mixing things up. Lots of variety. I'm on Rilgar, hunting for brains.
R & C is doing well in England. It has topped the charts two weeks in a row. Hopefully, we'll see good results in next week's NPD.
http://www.chart-track.co.uk/?i=2404
R & C is doing well in England. It has topped the charts two weeks in a row. Hopefully, we'll see good results in next week's NPD.
http://www.chart-track.co.uk/?i=2404
It is estimated to be around 60k sales now in the UK. I would expect it to be around 250k in the US. It also topped the charts across Europe. I expect it to have strong legs due to the price and great word of mouth. I have yet to see any really dislike the game.
There's people out there that dislike the game. The haters who haven't even played it who call games like Ratchet & Clank a child's game. What grown man could possibly play that?! Cracks me up every time.
Anyway, i'll definitely be picking this up at some point this Summer. At $40 you can't go wrong. I love the franchise and there won't be much else to play anyway on any platform. Perfect timing.
Anyway, i'll definitely be picking this up at some point this Summer. At $40 you can't go wrong. I love the franchise and there won't be much else to play anyway on any platform. Perfect timing.
Yeah, there are always guys who consider games like this "kiddie." I don't know what to say to that, except they sound insecure to me, and they're missing out.
After weeks of rationing the game carefully, I went on a binge today, played about 3 hours. I think I'm coming to the last level.
The combat has held up really well -- lots of variety, plenty of different enemy scenarios, lots of different weapons -- it's always fun. Exploring the areas and finding collectibles is fun, too, although I'm not a completionist or trophy hunter. The environments are a visual treat, and I never get tired of watching the bolts explode. My only gripe is that the humor wore a bit thin over time. It's fine for a videogame, but this game is so Pixar-esque, and it is associated with a movie, so it's hard not to compare it to Pixar or Disney movies, which do the humor much better. But that's a minor quibble. I'm having a lot of fun, and the game is holding my interest, and that's the main thing.
After weeks of rationing the game carefully, I went on a binge today, played about 3 hours. I think I'm coming to the last level.
The combat has held up really well -- lots of variety, plenty of different enemy scenarios, lots of different weapons -- it's always fun. Exploring the areas and finding collectibles is fun, too, although I'm not a completionist or trophy hunter. The environments are a visual treat, and I never get tired of watching the bolts explode. My only gripe is that the humor wore a bit thin over time. It's fine for a videogame, but this game is so Pixar-esque, and it is associated with a movie, so it's hard not to compare it to Pixar or Disney movies, which do the humor much better. But that's a minor quibble. I'm having a lot of fun, and the game is holding my interest, and that's the main thing.