Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal

 PlayStation 2
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 615 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 30 out of 615
  3. Negative: 33 out of 615
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  1. RomelJ.
    Mar 20, 2005
    10
    I've been playing video games for 20 years & UYA is the best game I've ever played period. 1 & 2 were awesome also. Actually going backwards 3, 2, 1 is the order of my favorite games ever.
  2. JohnK.
    Nov 5, 2004
    10
    This game is awesome! I am much more of a shooter fan than a platformer, but this game has the best of both and really won me over! I had been eagerly awaiting the much-hyped Killzone (as Playstation 2's version of Halo), when this game came out of left field and blew me away! Whether you are a shooter fan or a platformer fan, you will really enjoy this game. Great graphics, lots of This game is awesome! I am much more of a shooter fan than a platformer, but this game has the best of both and really won me over! I had been eagerly awaiting the much-hyped Killzone (as Playstation 2's version of Halo), when this game came out of left field and blew me away! Whether you are a shooter fan or a platformer fan, you will really enjoy this game. Great graphics, lots of fun weapons and vehicles, and on-line multiplayer play! This game really is a cartoon-style Halo! (And that is the highest praise I can give to a game of this type!) Bottom line-- BUY THIS GAME-- YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!… Expand
  3. Chuukatu
    Nov 5, 2004
    10
    This is the second greatest game out only to Gta San Andreas.
  4. ThiloH.
    Oct 26, 2004
    10
    I had the pleasure to play a beta version of this game in the Insomniac Offices and it simply rules. I cannot wait to get my hands on this one. Best $40 you are going to spend this year.
  5. ChungH.
    Oct 31, 2004
    10
    This game rocks.The best game i ever played in my life. Well, not yet. Ratchet and Clank:UYA is not out yet in Canada. but Going Commando rocks and UYA will.
  6. GazaP.
    Nov 28, 2005
    10
    It is a brill game for the first to have multiplayer it is fun i would highly recommmend this game to anyone who enjoys adventure games!
  7. TheDude
    Mar 5, 2005
    10
    This is a brilliant game. You can't go wrong. Very much overlooked with all these other games coming out around the same time (San Andreas, Half-Life 2) but I played this the most. Shame it's too easy and especially those platinum bolts are often in plain sight. Insomniac must think of their fans and not 10-year olds who also wan to get all platinum bolts. It's an excellent This is a brilliant game. You can't go wrong. Very much overlooked with all these other games coming out around the same time (San Andreas, Half-Life 2) but I played this the most. Shame it's too easy and especially those platinum bolts are often in plain sight. Insomniac must think of their fans and not 10-year olds who also wan to get all platinum bolts. It's an excellent game but doesn't beat R&C1 or 2. Still a 10, perfect.… Expand
  8. MateusC.
    Apr 10, 2005
    10
    The techinics, textures, frame rate, all is perfect.
  9. fahrenheitfrenzy
    Sep 20, 2007
    10
    A perfect game with both shooting and platforming in singleplayer AND multiplayer. buy this now!!
  10. AndrewJ.
    Nov 12, 2004
    10
    Ratchet and Clank: Up Your Arsenal is the best Ratchet and Clank game for the PS2 that I have ever played.
  11. NickA.
    Nov 3, 2004
    10
    This is the best game i have ever played!!! It's fun exciting,and intresting. It's worth every penny!!!
  12. GaryB.
    Nov 3, 2004
    10
    This is the most purely fun game ever made, hands down. The person who wrote that it doesn't deserve above a 9 because it's a platformer has no idea of how good the game is. It's a genre-bending action game with platforming elements, but most importantly it's fun, deep, and has interesting characters. In my opinion, GTA doesn't deserve the high scores it gets and This is the most purely fun game ever made, hands down. The person who wrote that it doesn't deserve above a 9 because it's a platformer has no idea of how good the game is. It's a genre-bending action game with platforming elements, but most importantly it's fun, deep, and has interesting characters. In my opinion, GTA doesn't deserve the high scores it gets and I'm very skeptical about those magazines that give those games 9s or 10s in graphics... or any other department really. And he shouldn't down on OPM, they write excellent reviews. This game is a 10, because it is without flaw. So stop complaining about the game being a "platformer" like that's a 4 letter word and just play it.… Expand
  13. GeorgiaF.
    Oct 21, 2004
    10
    Greatest game ever. I got an early copy because I work at a video game store, and I played it non-stop for 15 hours. It is the greatest game ever.
  14. MikeW.
    Jan 1, 2005
    10
    This is the one of the best games of 2004 or i have ever played BUY IT NOW !!! seriously why r u still lookin at the screen get off ur butt and got to the mall and get it now.
  15. GerardoR.
    Jan 27, 2005
    10
    The best game ever.
  16. ErnieVonK.
    Feb 27, 2005
    10
    Awesome. its a sweet game with BEAUTIFUL graphics, WAY better than going commando or the original. (i have beaten both). The only problem is its too short. it can be kicked in about 15 hours, but Challenge mode is Better than the regular game.
  17. NintendoPSBox
    Feb 5, 2005
    10
    Phenomenal game. Excellent graphics, lush gameplay, great multiplayer and single player. Could've done with some multiplayer bots though.
  18. JacobL.
    Feb 8, 2005
    10
    This game rocks and im a champion at it and you guys rock 2!!!!!
  19. ApocalyseBrown
    Aug 15, 2005
    10
    I rarely give a ten score but for shear gameplay and fun its fantastic. Now with multi-player and online play its the best action-adventure yet. What you waiting for its 15quid new now, a rare classic.
  20. RatchetFan
    Sep 11, 2005
    10
    The flying, trophies, and new vehicles in the third game blow all other games in the universe so hard, it hurts all their great great grandmas! anyways, i still have an all over feeling that the fourth is gonna be better in some impossible way... dont know why, but i do.
  21. CharlieG.
    Jun 6, 2006
    10
    If you were hooked up to a lie detector and said Going Commando was pretty good, it would blow up. 10 without a question.
  22. EwanM
    Mar 24, 2009
    10
    I had to choose between a p or 10, and I went for 10. The best Ratchet and Clank out there, closely followed by it's first PS2 brother.
  23. MindoM.
    Nov 11, 2004
    10
    World's best game!!!!!
  24. A.Person
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    this game is all around perfect. The graphics, sound effects, and background. And unlike some games, you can walk wherver you like! If you don't play this game, I'll turn you into a duck with the quackanator!!
  25. RickG.
    Dec 15, 2004
    10
    This is an awsome game except Courtney Gears... she's stupid.
  26. JaredH.
    Oct 22, 2004
    10
    An awesome single player experience and deep multi-player options -- it's like two games for the price of one! And playing online is FREE! (Except for broadband IP connection costs, but you can't blame the game for that..)
  27. AaronA.
    Mar 15, 2005
    10
    This game is one of the best i've ever played. It has an awesome story mode with loads of upgrades for unusual weapons. Plus the online mode is a great addition to this game.
  28. MichaelM.
    Jun 27, 2005
    10
    Insomniac games have really out done themselves on this one. First there was R.C.1, which I thought was a huge success. Then Ratchet and Clank 2 came out and the prayers of R.C.1 gamers were answered many, of my friends talked about a second game and all of it's possibilities but when it came out, again everyone was pleased. When I caught wind of R.C.3 though, I had a bad feeling Insomniac games have really out done themselves on this one. First there was R.C.1, which I thought was a huge success. Then Ratchet and Clank 2 came out and the prayers of R.C.1 gamers were answered many, of my friends talked about a second game and all of it's possibilities but when it came out, again everyone was pleased. When I caught wind of R.C.3 though, I had a bad feeling that this was just going to be one of those horrible sequels that are trying to imitate the first game(s). Boy was I wrong, R.C.3 is the best Ratchet and clank game in the series. One thing that impressed most was the on/offline multi-player, this was new turf for Insomniac games but they pulled it off nicely.… Expand
  29. FrankZ.
    Jan 23, 2006
    10
    wow, this game is great it my favorit game so far im tring to get deathlock.
  30. ConstantineH.
    Feb 28, 2007
    10
    This is one of the best Ratchet and Clank games ever! If you loved the first and second one you will definitely love this one. The game has loads of weapons and very fun when you get the Ryno 3 gun and when you have the gun at max power you evaporate your enemies like the ray beams on War of The Worlds. This is an excellent game!
  31. WilliamF
    Aug 23, 2008
    10
    My favourite Ratchet and Clank. A brilliant combination of shooting and platforming filled with humour and fun.
  32. AceHardlight
    Apr 21, 2009
    10
    This game is awesome!!!!! The only thing I don't like is when you want to get perfect you need to beat Qwark's record in the vid comics but who cares? It's still a perfect 10.
  33. JoeD.
    Nov 11, 2004
    10
    Amazing.
  34. DragonKnightofFinalFantasy
    Nov 26, 2004
    10
    This is like Going Commando but bigger, better, funner, funnier, and an even larger arsenal of weapons of mass destruction. There is even vehicles except the ship combat that luckily got scraped there's fun side missions a very entertaining plot (it's a generic one but it's entertaining for it's great humor). Also the nostalgic 2D side srolling vid-comics which are This is like Going Commando but bigger, better, funner, funnier, and an even larger arsenal of weapons of mass destruction. There is even vehicles except the ship combat that luckily got scraped there's fun side missions a very entertaining plot (it's a generic one but it's entertaining for it's great humor). Also the nostalgic 2D side srolling vid-comics which are simply pure old skool fun. Yet the biggest thing about this platformer is THE MULTIPLAYER!!! But there are two major flaws with the game; 1. If you go through the main story and skip the side stuff if is a pretty short game but it contains hours of fun if you fully upgrade the weapons and complete all the side-missions and all it is a long game 2. Some weapons feel too similar to those in previous games like the first weapon you get the Shock Cannon which is like the Megarocket Cannon. Oh and Clank gets a banana gun you have to give it props for that.… Expand
  35. DME
    Oct 22, 2010
    10
    [MINOR SPOILERS] The series hits it's climax with this game. It's too bad that the later games in the series arent' as good. It's absolutely LOADED with comedy, including crude, dark, slapstick, and even dry humor. The game mechanics are PERFECT for once. Players can now lock the strafing ability, turn to First-Person mode (FPS fans rejoice) and can customize camera speed and[MINOR SPOILERS] The series hits it's climax with this game. It's too bad that the later games in the series arent' as good. It's absolutely LOADED with comedy, including crude, dark, slapstick, and even dry humor. The game mechanics are PERFECT for once. Players can now lock the strafing ability, turn to First-Person mode (FPS fans rejoice) and can customize camera speed and rotation. The new Gadgetron Max-Out button saves a ton of time (instead of buying ammunition for each and every gun of yours, you can click a single button to max out ALL ammo needed for the appropriate price). There are also lots of bonus (optional) missions, secrets, special bolts, skill points, and more! And there is great replay value, too! When the game is over, the player may choose to rewind time to just before the final boss, or continue to "Challenge Mode" (a feature that was in the older R&C) where you get to keep all of your weapons... except now, you get to UPGRADE them farther! Enemies get more challenging, etc. Multiplayer: This is a brand new feature in R&C. I have not played online (no network adapter) but offline multiplayer was a blast! Up to 4 players can compete in Seige (my favorite), Capture the Flag, and Deathmatch. You go teams on all of them or free-for-all on Deathmatch. There are plenty of multiplayer-exclusive stages and weapons. Overall, this a an amazing game. I admit... blood would be nice... but if you can deal with fantasy violence, then you should definitely look into this.… Expand
  36. Harry210
    Dec 6, 2010
    10
    Ratchet & Clank 3 is an awesome game. This game provides entertainment with more wacky weapons, lovely graphics and a hilarious but evil antagonist. The game is just like the other two games, a Platformer with Third Person Shooter elements with the focus on blowing the s*** out of everything you see with ridiculous weapons. The 2 lovable protagonists, Ratchet and Clank are back and readyRatchet & Clank 3 is an awesome game. This game provides entertainment with more wacky weapons, lovely graphics and a hilarious but evil antagonist. The game is just like the other two games, a Platformer with Third Person Shooter elements with the focus on blowing the s*** out of everything you see with ridiculous weapons. The 2 lovable protagonists, Ratchet and Clank are back and ready to kick some butt. The game play has improved from the previous game with new gadgets to try out like the Refractor which in turn, can be used to solve some interesting puzzles. The hypershot gadget is a neat idea because it combines the Dynamo gadget and the Swingshot (from the previous game). A good thing improved with the Hypershot (Swingshot) is that you don't have to manually select the gadget before grabbing onto a Hypershot target and swinging across; you just need to press the fire button (even if you holding a selected weapon) and the Hypershot will automatically latch onto the target. The The combat is definitely fast and frantic and never seems to slow down. The weapons that you have at your disposal are very well designed and pack a punch and these weapons can be upgraded as you use them but unlike Locked and Loaded, these weapons can be upgraded to Level 5. Each weapon upgrade either adds a mod to the weapon or increases their damage and this system cleverly makes you use each gun and experiment with their purposes. The new gadgets called the Tyhrraguise and the Hacker can be used to unlock doors. The Tyhrraguise adds a bit of stealth to the Ratchet & Clank game play in which Ratchet activates the disguise and becomes a Tyhrranoid (one of the main enemies that are loyal to the games main antagonist, Dr Nefarious). You walk up to a Tyhrranoid with the disguise active and try to persuade him to disable a force field or lower a bridge so you can move on. You pursuade the tyhrranoid by completing a quick time event and pressing the right buttons at the right time which are shown on a reel at the bottom of the screen. The way the tyhrranoids communicate with each other is hilarious: They pop, they bobble and they burp at each other! The hacker introduces another minigame where you have to stop these red pieces from getting to the core by destroying them while capturing green pieces to override the lock mechanism to the door or what ever your trying to hack into. This minigame is simple but original. Another thing that is awesome in this game is the inclusion of Qwark Vid Comics which tell the story of Captain Qwarks long lasting battle against Dr Nefarious. The Qwark Vid Comics game play resemble a 2D side scrolling shooter which you play as Captain Qwark and have one simple goal. Get to the end of the level and shoot anything that's in your way. Game play is different to the platform/shooter bits found when playing as Ratchet which is a nice change. These Vid Comics are so fun to play and it's just awesome to see the conflict between Qwark and Nefarious presented by comic book style cutscenes with a funny narrative. The series trademark humor has not been lost in this game with some funny cutscenes to drive the story. In the parts you play as Clank are fun to play with more enthuses on avoiding hazards. Clank has to avoid lasers and enemy security with the the help of Clank's sidekick from the Secret Agent Clank TV series who is a monkey. Using the Banana gun, Clank can shoot banana's and lure the monkey (depending where the banana lands) into swinging across a pipe to step on a button to activate a bridge for Clank to cross or to activate the security alarm and draw the enemies fire away so you can sneak by. This game play mechanic at least gives us something fresh and innovative The main antagonist, Dr Nefarious may seem mischievous and serious at first but then he has a comical side to him and this is reflected by him sometimes overloading (he's a robot) and picking up funny radio waves then being slapped to snap him out of it and then having no memory of the overload! He's so funny and such a great villain. The boss battles are just as epic as ever although they are pretty simple to defeat: Just avoid their attacks and shoot the cr** out of them. The flying missions have been kept to a minimum (thank god) because they were just so boring in the previous game. The frantic game play that this game holds continues with arena based challenges which provide... well a challenge with various hazards to tackle while you fight waves of aggressive enemies which can helpfully, earn you bolts to buy ammo and weapons. Just to mention the graphics: There not a huge step up from the previous game but the environments are quite huge in scope and the character models are nicely rendered. I experienced very little slowdown too despite a lot of things going on at once. One more thing: The music rocks! Ratchet & Clank 3 is a brilliant and well designed platformer/shooter in my own opinion… Expand
  37. Platformmaster1
    Nov 14, 2010
    10
    The greatest game I've ever played. If you like adventure games or platformers you will forever miss out if you don't play this game. I've played through it 10 times and completed it to 100% 3 times and it never got boring once. Best in the series far and away and that's saying something considering this is one of the premier series in gaming for the last 2 generations.
  38. TheCritic1
    Aug 8, 2011
    10
    Although R+C 2 is the best of the first three, this is'nt too far behind! The storyline is the best of the first three, the weapons and armour are phenomenal and everything else is great about it. Buy it, if you can find a copy somewhere!
  39. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 11, 2011
    10
    Slick combination of the 3rd person shooter and platforming genre, Up Your Arsenal features a humorous, yet intriguing storyline, less complex, yet diverse gameplay, and perfect graphics.
  40. ImUnavailable
    Jul 29, 2011
    10
    The R&C series steps up a gear to create a game that's more funny, addictive and character-focused than any other title in the series. As is standard for the series, the weapons are unique, inventive and above all crazy. The characters in the game are a mix of many old favorites (Qwark, Al) and some new additions (Sasha, Galactic Rangers). The levels vary from lush jungles to movie sets toThe R&C series steps up a gear to create a game that's more funny, addictive and character-focused than any other title in the series. As is standard for the series, the weapons are unique, inventive and above all crazy. The characters in the game are a mix of many old favorites (Qwark, Al) and some new additions (Sasha, Galactic Rangers). The levels vary from lush jungles to movie sets to icy plains and all look stunning. Controls are tight, making the platform sections a joy to play through. Guns and armor can be upgraded many times, giving replay value. The story is the best yet, thanks in part to Dr. Nefarious. The two previous games lacked an entertaining yet threatening villain and Nefarious perfectly fits this role. The humor is great with Qwark, Nefarious and the Galactic Rangers providing the best lines. This is the most complete and satisfying R&C and is one of the best games on the PS2.… Expand
  41. Penisvanlesbian
    Apr 20, 2011
    10
    One of my favourite games of all time.
  42. SandeProElite
    Apr 6, 2012
    10
    The game has even more content than it's predecessor. It's a very fun platformer/shooter game with a unique upgrade system. The story and game play are very enjoyable and the game has a lot of hiddent content. After you beat the game, you can replay it and upgrade your weapons even further. The game is a very good game I'd recommend for everybody.
  43. Zilcell
    Nov 9, 2012
    10
    It takes platformers to new heights. But its not just a platformer. With just one switch of a button you have the option to play this game like a first-person shooter. Theres no going back. You simply have to play this sometime.
  44. JimCorbett
    Aug 2, 2012
    10
    The best action/platformer you can get. Improves upon its predecessors in every way. The story is engaging, the combat is satisfying and there is much replayability. Multiplayer, too? Heck yeah. You are missing out if you don't try this masterpiece.
  45. Mako5
    Feb 27, 2012
    10
    I remember eagerly awaiting this game...and then finally receiving it for my birthday. One of the absolute BEST birthday gifts I have ever received! By FAR one of the best games EVER made! This game surpasses any other on the console in its day in mu opinion. The game looked great, played great, felt great, sounded great, EVERYTHING about it was perfect and flawless! Humorous as ever, andI remember eagerly awaiting this game...and then finally receiving it for my birthday. One of the absolute BEST birthday gifts I have ever received! By FAR one of the best games EVER made! This game surpasses any other on the console in its day in mu opinion. The game looked great, played great, felt great, sounded great, EVERYTHING about it was perfect and flawless! Humorous as ever, and engaging! I never wanted to stop playing! This was one of the first games that I played over and over again. So much fun! The online was great too!… Expand
  46. Lost_Hero9
    May 7, 2012
    10
    The best Ratchet and Clank game in the series to date. It even added Multiplayer back when it wasn't that hot in the PS2. An amazing story/platformer with like-able characters new and old. Great soundtrack and has the best weapons in gaming.
  47. BigShotJosh
    May 24, 2012
    10
    This is one of my all time favorite games! I played through it so, so many times. The campain is around 40 hours if you want everything and the muiltplayer is the best in the series.
  48. RatchetDrake
    Aug 31, 2012
    10
    This chapter of the saga is proof that other shooters have much to envy. 3 is really the perfect number. This is one of the best games ever released on Playstation. MASTERPIECE!
  49. EricHarmon
    Sep 24, 2012
    10
    The best game ever made! Move over call of duty, mario, zelda,grand theft auto, halo. this game is the definition of entertainment!
  50. Rikiege
    Dec 23, 2012
    10
    Ratchet and Clank 3 has a little movie that motivates you to play.
  51. brad0103triplex
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    I don't have to explain why this is a good game... dgljdfhugsadlfzkjbvzifdfkjgfdjkfdfdkjfdkjfgjkfdjjkjgkjgjkjbhdifl;uvbgiludfh;lkhf
  52. vdesai123
    Sep 21, 2013
    10
    This game is an absolute gem. It's fun, and tells a great story with great humour. If you love platformers, action-adventure or 3rd person shooters, you owe it to yourself to play this game. While veterans of the series might find it a little less challenging than the second and first games, newcomers will find lots of challenge in the main story, with challenge mode further adding replayThis game is an absolute gem. It's fun, and tells a great story with great humour. If you love platformers, action-adventure or 3rd person shooters, you owe it to yourself to play this game. While veterans of the series might find it a little less challenging than the second and first games, newcomers will find lots of challenge in the main story, with challenge mode further adding replay value. speaking of replay value, this game has a ton of it, with titanium bolts to collect, skill points to achieve and weapons to upgrade, completionists will get around 25-40 hours with this game as more than one playthrough is required.… Expand
  53. Sis
    Sep 19, 2013
    10
    It might not in my eyes beat the two games that came before, but it's pretty darn close. I love this game and it's my 3rd favorite game of all time. Thinking of that this game was made in one year and how little hype this game had, it absolutely stuns me how awesome it is.
  54. jaroldo
    Oct 19, 2013
    10
    Simply put, my favourite game of all time. Everything about it is amazing, the gameplay, the graphics, the writing is all superb. This game does not get old, I have beaten it 25 times and it is still enjoyable. GO AND BUY THIS GAME.
  55. MeoLessi
    Jan 15, 2014
    10
    It's a Masterpiece, a must play, probably the best Ratchet & Clank for PS2. Now i have it for PS3 (because i have the Ratchet & Clank HD Trilogy) and still amazes me.
  56. UniCornZ44
    Sep 4, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My favourite game because it has all that a good game needs i love it soooooooooooooooooooo much. The bosses are fun and hard expacially Dr. Neferious… Expand
  57. Redrias
    Aug 20, 2014
    10
    I bought this game at the age of four and it was one of the first games I completed. Over the years of playing this game I cannot find a game better than this

    Story-A
    Gameplay-A*
    Platforming-B

    Oh and you get a gun that turns enemies into ducks!
  58. legit_khajiit
    Apr 21, 2014
    10
    The very best game on the PS2. Absolute classic, good story, great weapons, and just amazing gameplay.

    You cannot ask for a better game. If you have a PS3, go on the PS store and buy the trilogy pack and play this diamond in the rough of gaming.
  59. oryndatiju
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Best game ever. It have great gameplay, graphics and audio. I complete it more than 10 times, and that's my first PS2 game. For Ratchet and Clank i buyed the PS3.
  60. LatinCritic13
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Going Commando is an upgrade that’s worth all of your money, and now, Ratchet and Clank’s brand new and third adventure, Up Your Arsenal is what a called a bonafide masterpiece. Insomniac’s new follow up after the sequel paid off after incorporating a highly requested feature that fans demanded and it turned out to be the very best games ever made. Now that’s what I call an all-in-oneGoing Commando is an upgrade that’s worth all of your money, and now, Ratchet and Clank’s brand new and third adventure, Up Your Arsenal is what a called a bonafide masterpiece. Insomniac’s new follow up after the sequel paid off after incorporating a highly requested feature that fans demanded and it turned out to be the very best games ever made. Now that’s what I call an all-in-one complimentary package!… Expand
  61. AvxrageJoe
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    Probably the best game of my childhood. Words cannot describe. Replayed this when the PS3 remastered version came out and it still was one of the best games ever made.

    10/10
  62. Mexican_Jesus
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    Ratchet and Clank:Up Your Arsenal refines the formula established by Going Commando and adds several new features including an online multiplayer mode. The new additions include a first person mode, mission-based "Galactic Ranger" sections, an Arena with both platforming and combat gauntlets. Speaking of combat, the weapon line up in this game is arguably the best in the series, withRatchet and Clank:Up Your Arsenal refines the formula established by Going Commando and adds several new features including an online multiplayer mode. The new additions include a first person mode, mission-based "Galactic Ranger" sections, an Arena with both platforming and combat gauntlets. Speaking of combat, the weapon line up in this game is arguably the best in the series, with Re-designed weapons from the first and second game, as well as some of the best weapons from the second game (see Bouncer, Miniturret Glove, Shield Charger, Plasma Coil) and some interesting additions such as the Plasma Whip. There are also brand new "Qwark Vid-comics" which are miniature 2-D platforming challenges that detail both Qwarks backstory as well as justifying Dr. Nefarious' plan. Sticking with Dr. Nefarious, he, his butler Lawrence (and Captain Qwark) have great chemistry, backed up by solid writing and great voice work. The game doesnt take itself seriously, simply aiming to provide the player with great gameplay and a hilarious story, which the game achieves with flying colours. The soundtrack is a mix between the Techno Break-beat tunes of the first game and the more orchestral influence of the second game. Last but not least the gameplay offers excellent controls, fluid gameplay, great graphics and a rock-steady 60fps. An overall excellent single player campaign with a solid (although not entirely original by todays standards) multiplayer component featuring basic Deathmatch/Capture the Flag modes. An excellent game, and a PS2 classic.… Expand
  63. Antemiz
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    Pretty hilarious, this game is one of the best ps2 releases to come, my favourite is tools of destruction though, good job insomniac. very good
  64. Unbiasedforreal
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    One of the true great games that emerged from the PS2 era. It's story line offers enough flesh to to keep the game player stimulated and it's vast variety of weaponry and power ups make the game never exhaust it's surprise factor. But, most importantly, it's tons of fun.
  65. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    I spent hours on this amazing masterpiece which is the best Ratchet & Clank game of all time. The story is great and the controls are good. I love this game and you should play this amazing masterpiece as well.
  66. Coreyhardie
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    My first ratchet and clank game and still my favourite ps2 game ever, the over the top weapons, humour, sick soundtrack, and many planets to explore, even a damn fun multiplayer
  67. NeoconTom
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    This is best Ratchet & Clank game, this is the best game on the PS2, this is best game of 2004, this is best game of sixth gen, and it is best game of ALL time. This game has amazing 3rd-person combat, great graphics that still hold up, great plot, great dialogue and character dynamic, great weapon and gadget variety, interesting and varied enemies, excellent level design, fun run and gunThis is best Ratchet & Clank game, this is the best game on the PS2, this is best game of 2004, this is best game of sixth gen, and it is best game of ALL time. This game has amazing 3rd-person combat, great graphics that still hold up, great plot, great dialogue and character dynamic, great weapon and gadget variety, interesting and varied enemies, excellent level design, fun run and gun 2D mode, good multiplayer, tons of nods to past games. The only major flaw is cut content that was removed from game's rushed development, which isn't even that major since a lot of it is still featured in the game (hint, get all the trophies to find out what I'm talking about). Do not pass up this game.… Expand
  68. lPredator_Godl
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    A Classic. The memories I have of playing through the original trilogy are ones that I will always cherish.
  69. bleboy28
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    ratchet and clank has and will always be one of my favorite games of all time. this game is so good just like Sly 2 both these games have so good story and the characters in the game are just a god damn 10/10 love Ratchet and Clank
  70. andrewcook4991
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Ratchet and Clank perfected. Easily the best story and characters in the series, along with great replay value and some of the games best weapons.
  71. Demitrius
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Before I got the chance to play this game, I read a few (ok, a lot) reviews, and every single review couldn't tell a bad thing about the game. But still, I didn't think I will like the game so much. First of all, I noticed humor and its quality (believe me, you will laugh a lot). I also liked great mixture of platforming and shooting. Platforming, in fact, is not very hard, but it adds onBefore I got the chance to play this game, I read a few (ok, a lot) reviews, and every single review couldn't tell a bad thing about the game. But still, I didn't think I will like the game so much. First of all, I noticed humor and its quality (believe me, you will laugh a lot). I also liked great mixture of platforming and shooting. Platforming, in fact, is not very hard, but it adds on game's overall score. Shooting, despite, is quite challenging, especially in the first playing through the game. If you remember your weaponry in Ratchet & Clank 2, where you were able to upgrade every weapon just ones, here's the difference: in Rathet & Clank 3 you can upgrade every weapon five times, and with more playing, even eight times. With almost each upgrade weapons gain new, more powerful abilities, which you'll definitely need in fight against evil Dr. Nefarious and his servants. Enemies are fun to shoot (and, of course, kill) and though they don't know any advanced maneuvers, a lot of them still aren't easy to kill. Bosses are quite interesting and challenging too and you will remember them for a long time. Even if this isn't the hardest, longest or most beautiful game, it's still my numero uno game of all time and I think, you will love it too.… Expand
  72. Atman21
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    Το καλύτερο και (προσωπικά) αγαπημένο παιχνίδι της εποχής. Εκείνη τη χρονιά τα συναισθήματα ήταν αμέτρητα και μόνο τώρα καταλαβαίνεις την αξία αυτών των συναισθημάτων, στις αναμνήσεις και στην νοσταλγία που σου προκαλεί απλά το άκουσμα των λέξεων αυτού του τίτλου του παιχνιδιού... Μακάρι να ξανά βγουν τέτοια παιχνίδια. Χωρίς αλλοιώσεις και αλλαγές, απλά προσαρμογές στις νέες αναλύσειςΤο καλύτερο και (προσωπικά) αγαπημένο παιχνίδι της εποχής. Εκείνη τη χρονιά τα συναισθήματα ήταν αμέτρητα και μόνο τώρα καταλαβαίνεις την αξία αυτών των συναισθημάτων, στις αναμνήσεις και στην νοσταλγία που σου προκαλεί απλά το άκουσμα των λέξεων αυτού του τίτλου του παιχνιδιού... Μακάρι να ξανά βγουν τέτοια παιχνίδια. Χωρίς αλλοιώσεις και αλλαγές, απλά προσαρμογές στις νέες αναλύσεις
  73. ZXSth
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    An utterly engrossing single-player adventure-shooter hybrid that offers one of the greatest possible experiences available on the PS2.

    Up Your Arsenal represents Insomniac at their best - the plot, characters, graphics and gameplay in this game are all phenomenal, and none of these aspects ever falter in favour of another. The game is fast-paced, engaging and filled with personality.    An utterly engrossing single-player adventure-shooter hybrid that offers one of the greatest possible experiences available on the PS2.

    Up Your Arsenal represents Insomniac at their best - the plot, characters, graphics and gameplay in this game are all phenomenal, and none of these aspects ever falter in favour of another. The game is fast-paced, engaging and filled with personality. While the game may falter due to its age (as it is now almost 20 years old), this game represented the pinnacle of what was available at the time of this game's release, and I cannot find much, if anything, to critique about this game, especially when considering its release date.

    If you have any interest in a single-player shooter-adventure-collectathon hybrid with some of the most hilarious character interactions in any video game, I encourage you to play this game. Up Your Arsenal provides an amazing experience without any of the narrative pretence one might expect from a modern Insomniac video game, and simultaneously manages not to skimp on any other gameplay elements while doing so.    … Expand
  74. ImperialYama
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    Ratchet and Clank is one of these Games that are so original, you can play them for hours and they never get boring because they offer so much different gameplay and an interesting World + Characters.
  75. GeoKaiser
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    Best platformer/shooter on ps2!
    Graphics 9
    Sound 9
    Controls 10
    Gameplay 10
    Lifespan 9
  76. rumakkar
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute gem! I love it! It's wonderfully cinematic (literally it has a 1,5 h film inside of it). It has a great story, it's witty, it's serious, it's moving. I love platform 3rd person games with adventure, so you can imagine that countless hours were spend on playing this game. It has super high replayability, which is mostly due to the fact that there are titanium boltsThis game is an absolute gem! I love it! It's wonderfully cinematic (literally it has a 1,5 h film inside of it). It has a great story, it's witty, it's serious, it's moving. I love platform 3rd person games with adventure, so you can imagine that countless hours were spend on playing this game. It has super high replayability, which is mostly due to the fact that there are titanium bolts to collect, skill points to achieve and weapons to upgrade. Much of the time is required to complete this game, but boy every hour is a joy!… Expand
  77. Ristamatt
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute gem of platformer/3rd person shooter genre! It's creative, witty, even dramatic. I mean, incredibly innovative story just can move you to tears, from laughter, from sadness, from excitement, from just greatness! I LOVE this game, just love it!
  78. radaxsly
    May 27, 2020
    10
    If you were to begin your craze for Ratchet & Clank, this third entry had a great story and innovative level design of the PS2 era. If you don't like platforms, you clearly haven't played Ratchet and Clank UYA yet.

    Graphics & Design 10; Audio 9; Controls & Gameplay 10
    Total: 10 - Masterpiece
  79. Mer1ne
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This is the best ratchet and clank game without any doubt Best gameplay with best conversation and best multi-player of all time
  80. OwK7ng
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Best Platformer game on PS2. On every planet something different game is not boring. Very good weapon upgrade system. NG+ and Multiplayer is also amazing
  81. clanky9
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever!! Amazing story , amazing villain, its funny, gameplay is great, absolute masterpiece.
  82. dottorfrizzino
    May 5, 2021
    10
    this is whitout a doubt the best game of the franchise i love the arsenal, the planets,the arena i love everything about this game
  83. CHOCOBROS
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    amazing game, my favorite on the PS2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  84. HYFTHJGTFSDHGFH
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    amazing game, my favorite on the PS2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  85. fireflames
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    i love this game, i used to play it with my dad when i was younger, its amazing.
  86. RikkaDetra
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Fantastic culmination of previous entries and a superb finale to the original trilogy.
  87. konjakthesober
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    My favorite game in my favorite gameseries. If you like ratchet and clank and haven´t played this one it´s a must play.
  88. Minus_Infinity
    Aug 16, 2022
    10
    My favorite Ratchet and Clank game, I rank it among some of the best games ever made
  89. Quintijn
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    My favorite ps2 game of all time. I had a save file where I completed the game 36 times. Couldn't get enough of it.
  90. NickSunderlandG
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Puedo decir que está entrega junto con "gladiador" es una de las mejores. No me arrepiento de haber jugado este título en mi ps2 cuando era joven.
  91. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Ratchet and Clank: Up Your Arsenal is the icing on the cake of a great franchise.
  92. mrmanisgood
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    this is the best game ever......................................................................................
  93. AntiqueGull
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Любимая игра детства, сейчас бы с удовольствием препрошел её,во истину шедевр
  94. JackFrostyG
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Nostalgia aside, this game, nearly 20 years later still holds up better than the majority of today's games, That in itself is an insane feat.

    Pros: - The story is actually interesting. While clearly directed at a younger audience, there are still narratives included which older players can enjoy, none of the humour feels forced or out of place like it does in modern games. - The    Nostalgia aside, this game, nearly 20 years later still holds up better than the majority of today's games, That in itself is an insane feat.

    Pros:

    - The story is actually interesting. While clearly directed at a younger audience, there are still narratives included which older players can enjoy, none of the humour feels forced or out of place like it does in modern games.

    - The different weapons are fun to use. Being able to use a hoover to suck up smaller enemies to throw them out at bigger enemies is a nice little gimmick, to name one.

    - The arena is a nice little side area with some cool bosses and obstacle courses.

    - Doctor Nefarious is just an iconic villain and I'd say he's easily the best villain from the Ratchet and Clank series

    - The different planets as missions is quite a unique way of introducing new enemies and environments and it makes the player actually want to progress through the story to see new planets.

    Cons:

    - Although I didn't mind them, the Clank levels in which you control Giant Clank just don't hold the same value as just playing through the rest of the game.

    - Some of the hacking minigames can be a little frustrating and it brings you out of the action of the main game    … Expand
  95. TheGvH
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal stands proudly as the epitome of PS2 gaming excellence. Its exceptional gameplay, witty humor, and engaging storyline make it an unforgettable title. The game seamlessly blends action, platforming, and humor, creating an experience that's both captivating and thoroughly enjoyable. Up Your Arsenal's enduring appeal is a testament to its timeless design,Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal stands proudly as the epitome of PS2 gaming excellence. Its exceptional gameplay, witty humor, and engaging storyline make it an unforgettable title. The game seamlessly blends action, platforming, and humor, creating an experience that's both captivating and thoroughly enjoyable. Up Your Arsenal's enduring appeal is a testament to its timeless design, offering an adventure that's as engaging today as it was upon its release. It's a must-play gem that showcases the best of what gaming has to offer, and it continues to hold a special place in the hearts of gamers everywhere.… Expand
  96. TylerM.
    Jan 16, 2005
    9
    This game is really good beside the level crash site its dumb BECAUSE i cant beat it thats all bye.
  97. JeremyG.
    Nov 21, 2004
    9
    I was disappointed in the first few levels of this game - it seemed very linear and generic. But as the game introduced cooler gadgets (like the infector and deployable turrets), upgrading, and side missions, it really became addictive. The game cleverly adds replay value to missions you've already beaten by offering $ rewards and weapons upgrades. The multiplayer is a blast, BUT I was disappointed in the first few levels of this game - it seemed very linear and generic. But as the game introduced cooler gadgets (like the infector and deployable turrets), upgrading, and side missions, it really became addictive. The game cleverly adds replay value to missions you've already beaten by offering $ rewards and weapons upgrades. The multiplayer is a blast, BUT only if you have at least 4 people playing. The maps can be pretty dull if you only have 2 people playing. One of the coolest aspects of the online multiplayer is the ability to play splitscreen with a friend online. It brings the fun of splitscreen gaming and online multiplayer together and is really enjoyable. One criticism I have for the game is that I was confused by the save system. The game isn't really clear on what progress is saved and when. But now I'm pretty sure checkpoints save most of your progress. Ratchet and Clank 3 gives you a lot of fun for your gaming buck.… Expand
  98. JonnyBoy
    Jun 29, 2006
    9
    Great but not as great a Ratchet and Clank Going Commando.
  99. Jouna92
    Dec 26, 2013
    9
    THE best ratchet and clank on Playstation 2. A mixture of excellent gameplay tweaks and new activities make the third one easily the strongest game in the series and one of the best games ever. Up your arsenal entertains you with great humor, gameplay, music, story.... Truly a masterpiece.
  100. glitchmaster
    Dec 5, 2013
    9
    in many ways a good ratchet and clank game probably the best sharing it's place with a crack in time maybe even better.
    weapons are great no bad things to say about them.
    gadjets are okay armor sets are awesome as well game is long enough and the story is well worked out characters development is awesome this game changed the ratchet and clank series a lot captain qwuark becoming a    in many ways a good ratchet and clank game probably the best sharing it's place with a crack in time maybe even better.
    weapons are great no bad things to say about them.
    gadjets are okay
    armor sets are awesome as well
    game is long enough and the story is well worked out
    characters development is awesome this game changed the ratchet and clank series a lot captain qwuark becoming a friend of ratchet and clank made the series much better.
    there are a lot of different characters in this game with their own personality
    the most famous villian from the ratchet series is in this game doctor nefarious
    so in short a very good game that you must have i've you like platforms or the ratchet and clank series    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS2 Game of 2004
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#4 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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#10 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004

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91

Universal acclaim - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. Gamenikki
    85
    An enjoyable experience worthy of the Ratchet name...even if we're hoping the next iteration of the series pushes the envelope instead of merely experimenting.
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  2. Eurogamer
    80
    One of the best of its genre, of that there is no doubt. But is it really acceptable to release a game that's so similar to the previous two that it would take the most devoted fan to spot the difference at first glance?
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  3. GamerArchive
    90
    With a sublime mix of a humorous storyline, fantastic weaponry, some pure comedy moments, and some amazingly solid platforming sections, there's very little to criticise in Ratchet and Clank 3.
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