- Publisher: SCEA
- Release Date: Nov 4, 2002
- Also On: PlayStation 3
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 523 Ratings
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Positive: 459 out of 523
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Mixed: 51 out of 523
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Negative: 13 out of 523
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Sep 28, 2010
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KenjiK.Dec 18, 2003Ratchet and clank is one of the best ps2 games i have ever played! i recomend this game for a holiday gift . this game rocks!!!!!
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Sep 25, 2012I loved this game. the only thing that was bad is that you couldn't strafe. not too much of a deal for me.
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CallumM.May 8, 2005Excellent weapons, gadgets, and gameplay. Very innovative and imaginative.
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May 7, 2012Kick ass game and what started this series for me. Best Futuristic weapons title is held by this franchise
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Jan 12, 2013Ratchet & Clank's debut game was an instant classic. I hope, that someday Ratchet & Clank goes back to this game's direction. This game has atmosphere, what other Ratchet & Clank games doesn't have. I like the story and the characters in this game. Gameplay is fun and graphics are awesome. A great debut for one of the best video game series.
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TorgeirW.Oct 26, 2003Too easy perhaps, but still one of the best games ever!
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[Anonymous]Nov 9, 2002An immensely packed game with characters, creatures, weapons, and gadgets. Ratchet and Clank is a futuristic, and innovative game with a wonderful soundtrack. Most of all, it has that ubiquitous "Spyro the Dragon" feel, and I'm very glad that is does. Insomniac does a wonderful job at level and character design, and the PS2 has boosted their abilities times 10. Bravo, Insomniac, bravo.
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Oct 13, 2011pretty good platformer. Doesn't quite compare with sly cooper and ty the tasmanain tiger, but is still a very fun game to play. I enjoy a lot about this game. The skill challnges are fun to do. The reason i gave it a seven was because of its bosses. Very boring bosses and just not enough of them.
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Feb 27, 2012This game is great!!! One of the first games I bought for my PS2, and one of the most fun! The gameplay was mainly smooth, the levels were various, unique, and highly creative!! I LOVE the characters, the story, the world, the humor, everything! So many extras you can play to achieve, and many unique gadgets and weapons that make this game stand out. This game deserves a standing ovation!
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Nov 21, 2014This is the first game that I ever played and finished. It's stuck with me all these years. The story is very well written, characters are interesting, levels are fantastic with things going on in the background, just simply amazing. I highly recommend that you try this out, it IS my favourite game of all time!!!
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Jan 6, 2016
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Nov 1, 2016
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Jun 22, 2020The one that started it all. Simpler in comparison to its sequels, with a greater emphasis on platforming n puzzle solving. Weapons were great for their time, along with the array of side characters.
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May 1, 2020One of the best adventure games on PS2 although in my opinion inferior to the competition of jak 2. However, highly recommended.
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Aug 15, 2022One of the best platforming games ever. Amazing level design the best in the series in my opinion. The story is amazing I love how this game makes fun of capitalism unfortunately, they stopped doing it after the fourth game. If this game had strafing and the shooting system of the third game it would be a 10 out of 10 no question.
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ChuongV.Jan 17, 2003This a fun game, but it's too short and the ending stinks. They should make more weapons, and more levels. This game is too easy to beat. Take you like a week only, so i decided to give it an 8.
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Jul 23, 2013Such great memories! I loved these games so much, I can't praise this enough for any kid under 16 :)
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Sep 19, 2013
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JohnH.Dec 5, 2002It is short. It is boring. Worst.
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NickG.Mar 20, 2003This is a game for fantasy loving children and it just doesn't cut it for the older age groups, not worth getting.
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AnonymousMCApr 11, 2003
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MastershonuffNov 3, 2003
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Nov 22, 2015This game is up there with Jak and Daxter, but compared to other ps2 games this is ****. If I could relive those few minutes I spent on that crap game I would, because it is the worst memory I have of gaming.
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NewtZ.Apr 2, 2003
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JonathanF.May 3, 2003This is just so cool, i love the blaster and glove of doom, it's really funny when ratchet and clank talk to each other, and it's just brilliant so i don't know why i didn't give it a 10. oh well, i'm not gonna get much more outta my life now. i gave it nine, i deserved ten, i think i'll had myself over now. byeee
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DangerPilot1Jan 1, 200310! best platform game on this console. Huge worlds, TONS OF FUN.
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KyleK.Dec 3, 2003This is a good game but it gets boring. Wicked gadgets though. Cant wait for ratchet and clank 2.
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MarcD.Jan 4, 2003Props to Brian Hastings and the Insomniac crew for another killer game. Liz "The Waves" Goodenough would be proud.... By the way, have you noticed that all of your Spyro fans are pissed to high heaven that the next generation game has gone to crap now that another developer is handling the title? Oh well..... Not all developers can be that brill....
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GalenN.Feb 8, 2003This is one of the coolest games I've ever played. It's out of this world!!!
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NickF.Mar 15, 2003It is an awesome game, i cant stop playing it. It had humor, and was good for a variety of age groups.
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LiamY.Apr 11, 2003It is the best game ever. It is much better than NHL.
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BarryC.May 1, 2003One of the best games I ever played!
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MatthewG.Aug 20, 2003A lot of time and effect when into the amazing graphic, HUGE wicked level. Clever game play, collecting bolts, gold bolts, weapons and gadget. playing ratchet or/and clank swimming, flying, shooting in turrent and racing on awesome hover boards. i am a total addict.
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D.K.Aug 20, 2003A great game showing just how versitile platformers can be.
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AnonymousMCAug 8, 2003Psst! They let me go, so I'm gonna do a Pros and Cons list now:
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Loadsa weapons! J+D clone
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MaxN.Feb 18, 2004It freezes up when Im at the end of the game is there a way to fix it.
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DaveH.Dec 22, 2003Absolutely unbelievable! This is the best game I have seen for the PS2. I'm now on my third time through it and am still finding stuff. Since it's now a Greats Hits game, you can't go wrong. It's worth every penny!
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JackC.Apr 11, 2003I think it shold be a 10+ any one who dosen't give it more than 8 just cant handel their games.
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AjSAug 13, 2003
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JoeLeoMar 19, 2004Jaw-dropping graphics,equally fantastic gameplay, great plot with twists and turns is all an epic needs and that is what this game offers.
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JonathanJ.Oct 6, 2005One of the best games in the ps2 10x as good as Sly cooper almost as good as spyro.
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JonnyB.Jun 29, 2006One of the better exclusives on the PS2. I love this game.
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DazMay 24, 2007As an older gamer who came to the ps2 late in it's lifecycle (after the xbox had stopped making games) i thought i'd look through the ps2 back catalogue. I found Ratchett and clannk which is an awesome game. Can't wait to see what the other r and c games are like. Highly recommended.
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ScottLAndFeb 19, 2003Very good a little short but thats ok.
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JuddP.Sep 17, 2003This game is amazing and with the up and coming sequal which improves on it in almost every way, this is the year it will beat Jak and Daxter.
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JaJAxohojNov 12, 2002I pity the 'foo who misses Ratchet and clank.
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HugeE.R.Dec 28, 2002This is the funnest game ive played yet.
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TayShortDec 28, 2002I it is good compared to other games of its type
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Sep 7, 2010Ratchet and Clank is a great game. Good platform gameplay, imaginative weapons you can use to blow your enemies away and a interesting story line as well. Voice acting is really cool as well and awesome music which fits perfectly to each individual level. My minor complaint is the final boss fight can be frustrating but Ratchet and Clank is an all round perfect platformer.
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Aug 8, 2011I gave it the wrong rating the first time. Here is the REAL rating! Still, you should definitely buy this game, if you can find a copy somewhere! Going Commando and Up Your Arsenal are the better games!
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Apr 11, 2011It's a little iffy here and there, likely because of its often difficult controls, wooden hearted characters, and tiresome length, however, the funnest aspect of Ratchet & Clank is its gameplay, variety of weapons and cool gadgets, stunning graphics and visuals, and fun level design.
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Jul 29, 2011A fantastic game that keeps players hooked with a multitude of weapons and gadgets. The guns are well balanced and the gadgets are always useful and entertaining. Care and attention have clearly gone into creating worlds, with each feeling distinct and memorable. There is good chemistry between the two leads and the plot, though a little thin, is enough to keep you interested.
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Jun 9, 2011Ratchet and Clank is another face for the Playstation, just like Sly cooper etc. There is a huge selection of awesome weapons in this game, Insomniac is known for that, like what they did in Resistance for instance.
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Apr 20, 2011Great game. Thats all there is to say. Great game.
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Apr 6, 2012The game is a unique shooter/platformer with a good story and very fun game play. The game has unique weapons which are all fun to try out and play with. The game also has a lot of hidden content such as Gold Bolts that unlock more powerful weapons adding to the replayability of the game.
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Mar 2, 2012Ratchet and Clank is a futuristic platformer that has good graphics and much replay value. It is one of the best platformer games for the PlayStation 2. I think it deserves a rerelease like the Jak and Daxter games.
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Jan 27, 2012This is one of the best games i have ever played! This is what makes the PS1,2 and 3 beat the competitors. Quality. While xbox and 360 has halo, and nintendo has mario, we got spyro, ratchet, jax, sly and alot more. This is a perfect platform game. All original spyro lovers, get in here and buy this game! Also, WE WANT AN HD REMAKE FOR PS3!
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Nov 22, 2011
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Jun 26, 2012
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Dec 26, 2013And here it starts. One of the most memorable and best platformers. Every weapon and tool feels solid and responsible and are really fun to use. This gameplay will hook you. Some problems with the camera angel.
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May 21, 2020
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Sep 5, 2014
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Aug 16, 2014This game has aged surprisingly well and the graphics are still really good. The game is one of the funniest in the series. One of my biggest problems is that most of the weapons are useless. However the game is still very enjoyable.
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Mar 31, 2014A good game with good gameplay, good characters and a good story. Not much replay value and the graphics could be a bit better, but still an enjoyable first game to a series.
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Jun 16, 2014es un buen juego buena jugabilidad buena historia buenos graficos para ser de ps2 es el mejor juego de su genero que jugue las armas son variables la historia me gusto todo es perfecto en este juego
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Aug 8, 2014God, do I love this game! It just might be the best one I've ever played! The likable characters, good storyline, creative creature, planet and equipment design, balanced difficulty and hidden secrets make me want to scream in joy everytime i see that spaceship fly around the Insomniac logo.
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Jul 14, 2020Insomniac’s Ratchet and Clank is one of the best action platformer shooters that started the R&C franchise and the end result of it is stupendous.
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Apr 15, 2016
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Apr 3, 2015A unique gem for the ps2, giving us a witty protagonist named Ratchet, the last of his race known as lombaxes, after he encounters an escaped robot deemed rouge named Clank. Ratchet and clanks quest will take them through many unique worlds, gaining new abilities a weapons to stop a mad business man from destroying your home world.
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Aug 10, 2015
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Apr 12, 2016
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Mar 19, 2016Most hilarious title ive played since i was 14, and i still would like to play it, the levels are awesome, the gameplay is awesome, i wouldnt call ratchet and clank just a kids game.
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May 9, 2016
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Oct 8, 2016Ratchet & Clank is a action-adventure platform videogame, developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.
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Sep 5, 2017Ratchet and Clank is a fantastic game. With awesome graphics, awesome gameplay, and hilarious jokes, there is no reason you should not buy this game in 2017, If you liked games like Mario 64, and Jak and Daxter, there is no reason why you should not pick this game up.
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Nov 7, 2016Ratchet and clank is without a doubt my second favorite games in existence second only to Diablo 3 but ratchet and clank has some of the cleverest secrets I've seen in a video game I've seen in years the platforming is fun, the shooting is exhilarating, and the story is great as well.
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Feb 15, 2021
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Jan 28, 2017
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Mar 15, 2019
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Aug 3, 2017Quite weak compared to the newer ones but still an awesome game. Ratchet was very unsympathetic and only 6 health points made this game really hard in some parts tho.
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Oct 9, 2017Super innovative game that really takes upgrading weapons to a new level. It's a super solid platformer that feels really nice to play and really satisfying to grind through. My only real criticism is that the non-platforming game modes aren't that great.
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Jul 8, 2023One of the strongest original IPs on the playstation 2. Hot on the heels of spyro the dragon success insomniac nail another action platforming game. Whilst it doesn't have the indepth mechanics and replayability of later titles, Ratchet and Clank is an exceptional start to a beloved franchise.
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May 18, 2018One of the classics and original games that combined platforming with upgradable weapons
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Aug 23, 2018
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Aug 18, 2018This game was amazing and was a great start for the series. It haven't aged well a bit, but it was a fantastic game.
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Feb 15, 2020La historia es aburrida, al igual que los minijuegos innecesarios, y la cámara y los controles no están en la misma liga que los siguientes juegos de la saga, pero los gráficos y la adicción que te provoca este juego por querer recolectar todos los coleccionables hacen que valga la pena. Recomendado.
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Aug 24, 2023
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May 1, 2021Graphics: 5/10
Soundtracks: 8/10
Gameplay: 4/10 (Could've been higher if it wasn't for the atrocious controls)
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Dec 22, 2020Ratchet 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.
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Jan 27, 2020This game is the epitome of my childhood gaming nostalgia. I spent thousands of hours enjoying Insomniacs masterfully created platforming puzzles with the swingshot, gun battles and grinding for bolts to purchase the R.Y.N.O. The voice acting is superb and the art direction of the game combined with the witty innuendo makes it one of the best games on the PS2 in my opinion.
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Jun 14, 2020
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Jun 20, 2020something brand new from insomniac This is the beginning of one of the best series on playstation, this is a must play game too
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Mar 28, 2021This was a game, since I met the one of great series from PlayStation 2. I was played all games from series.
Awards & Rankings
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#3 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#8 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002
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R & C's innovation comes in the form of all those crazy, non-gimmicky weapons and tools. This is a complex, polished platform gaming machine.
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One of the best platformers to hit the PS2, ever.
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The graphics, the busy environments, the interactivity... every element taken by itself it pretty praiseworthy, stick 'em all on the same disk and they add up to good things.