Jak and Daxter Collection

1. SniperOfDoom23

   Feb 7, 2012

   10

   While the games themselves may be rather old, and some of the features quite dated, it is still a romp and is as great as it was roughly tenWhile the games themselves may be rather old, and some of the features quite dated, it is still a romp and is as great as it was roughly ten years ago. Fans of the series won't be disappointed, with all the new features including 3D, Trophies and much more. Also, new players will also get a blast out of it as they will be able to see what Naughty Dog used to do before Uncharted. One, if not the best Collection out there for the PS3. A must buy for any nostalgic gamer, or new ones looking for a thrill.
   Gameplay: 10
   Graphics: 8.5
   Sound: 9
   Presentation: 9.5
   OVERALL: 9.7/10… Expand

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2. byekv1

   Nov 4, 2014

   10

   Im going to give these awesome 3 games straight tens
   I love all of them, best games ever. Jak 2 is the most challenging game I have everIm going to give these awesome 3 games straight tens
   I love all of them, best games ever. Jak 2 is the most challenging game I have ever played! When I beat it, I had a huge celebration! It took a entire month to beat, I only play like 3 hours a day because it was summer when I played. Love the unique platformer! HELL YEAH! Oh yeah I forgot, I can't stop staring at the amazing graphics this game had, HUGE improvement over the second one.… Expand

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4. Drasadex

   Mar 10, 2012

   10

   It's really good to see these titles remastered in HD. I am a huge Jak and Daxter fan, and I have to say, playing these games again on PS3 wasIt's really good to see these titles remastered in HD. I am a huge Jak and Daxter fan, and I have to say, playing these games again on PS3 was really fun. I hate the checkpoints for the missions, but other than that, it's a really good game/collection.… Expand

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5. Chipzahoy

   May 17, 2012

   9

   Was very excited about this series getting an HD release. I never did keep my PS2 but did keep my games due to the backwards compatibility ofWas very excited about this series getting an HD release. I never did keep my PS2 but did keep my games due to the backwards compatibility of the PS3. However, my version only has an emulator which can make some of the games not run properly, IE: Jak & Daxter. Back in the day I loved these games so for sure I was getting them for the HD release. Though graphically part 1 isn't as sharp as 2 or 3, its still the better game IMO. The first game is a true platformer; fun, exciting, balanced difficulty and even different endings based on how much you explored. The lip snycing for that time was incredible!! Parts 2 and 3 added more of the 3rd person shooter aspect to the game, still really well done, but changed the feel of the first game. Don't get me wrong, part 2 and 3 are still amazing, but part 1 gives you that fun classic platform that you expect from that genre. As an HD release, I'm happy. I didn't expect any additionals, videos, pictures, etc. I just expected to be able to experience the 3 Jak games, (in widescreen), all over again. And thats what I got.… Expand

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6. SixThreeBC

   Mar 15, 2014

   9

   The overall collection gets a 9, but it obviously makes more sense to grade each of the 3 games individually.
   
   Jak and Daxter: The PrecursorThe overall collection gets a 9, but it obviously makes more sense to grade each of the 3 games individually.
   
   Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy is quite simple and rudimentary. It takes on that old school linear feel of collecting items to progress the story. In this case, Power Cells are what you seek. Roam the open world to gather these Power Cells, and after reaching a certain amount you are free to progress to the next area of the game. Ultimately, although there are no glaring flaws with this game it is simply too short and too easy. Most people could probably beat it in one sitting, two at the very most. That includes 100% completion (which the game doesn't require of you to beat it). Overall, I would say 7/10 for the original.
   
   Jak II is far more interesting...people tend to either love it or hate it. I have found that the people that hate it either don't know how to play the game (choosing to go speeding through stages with reckless abandon instead of making calculated moves) or have played Grand Theft Auto prior and can't help but to compare the two. Don't get me wrong, Jak II IS substantially more difficult than its predecessor, but these "impossible" missions that haters keep going on about are merely traps for people without patience. The story is 180 degrees the opposite of the first game, transitioning from a cartoony tale to a dark world littered with poverty and bloodshed. Outside of the controls and the presence of Daxter, nothing is really the same at all. I personally found the story to be quite engaging and the missions to be challenging, but not unfathomably difficult. Jak II gets a 9/10.
   
   Jak 3 is a combination of the first 2 games, retaining most of the elements from Jak II while bringing back some features from the original (powering up in eco vents, the ability to ride animals, etc.). Difficulty-wise, it falls right between the 1st and 2nd game, making for what I personally feel is a perfect balance. Jak has more powers at his disposal now than ever before, from new Light and Dark powers, to 12 different gun modifications, to an entire garage full of vehicles to traverse the desert wasteland outside of Haven City. The story isn't nearly as enthralling, and I feel like the denouement was among the worst in the history of video games, but it does little to tarnish what was otherwise a very good game. Another 9/10 here.
   
   So overall, an excellent collection. Having Jak X as a 4th installment would have been nice, but the 3 main games succeed in bringing back that nostalgic feel of yesteryear. If you have a taste for semi-old school games and aren't the type of person that compares old titles to today's games, you'll definitely enjoy this collection.… Expand

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7. Khazar2

   Jul 23, 2020

   8

   This HD collection is quite good since all three games are excellent and the HD upscale does justice. However, there are notable glitches suchThis HD collection is quite good since all three games are excellent and the HD upscale does justice. However, there are notable glitches such as the soundtrack glitch on Jak II and the punch glitch (which makes speedrunning impossible) that can ruin the game experience. Definitely recommend despite not being as well polished as the PS2 versions with the exception of graphics. If you're a speedrunner, stick to the PS2 version.… Expand

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8. jamofalifetime

   Apr 7, 2013

   3

   Jak 2 is literally the single worst game I have ever had the displeasure of playing in over 25 years of gaming. And I've played Superman 64.Jak 2 is literally the single worst game I have ever had the displeasure of playing in over 25 years of gaming. And I've played Superman 64. Poor camera controls, plot that takes itself too seriously, mandatory vehicle sections (and those controls are about as responsive as a tank), and tedious missions totally ruin this game. Only reason it gets a 3 instead of a 1 is because the first game is good.… Expand

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