Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Nov 12, 2013
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 338 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 247 out of 338
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 338
  3. Negative: 25 out of 338
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  1. Darkshadow2343
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    The most underrated ratchet and clank game.
    With a great weapon selection, outstanding level design and a great soundtrack.
  2. SewAwOw
    Jun 27, 2022
    8
    Samyj krasivyj Retchet na PS3. Igra vyshla pod zakat konsoli i vydaet prekrasnuyu kartinku - dinamicheskoe osveshchenie, vysokopoligonal'nye modeli, kachestvennye tekstury, kucha melkih chastic - lyubovat'sya pejzazhami odno udovol'stvie. K sozhaleniyu, rasplachivat'sya za eto lokom v 30 kadrov i vremenami prosazhivayushchimsya fps, chto osobenno sil'no chuvstvuetsya v zharkih skhvatkah. ASamyj krasivyj Retchet na PS3. Igra vyshla pod zakat konsoli i vydaet prekrasnuyu kartinku - dinamicheskoe osveshchenie, vysokopoligonal'nye modeli, kachestvennye tekstury, kucha melkih chastic - lyubovat'sya pejzazhami odno udovol'stvie. K sozhaleniyu, rasplachivat'sya za eto lokom v 30 kadrov i vremenami prosazhivayushchimsya fps, chto osobenno sil'no chuvstvuetsya v zharkih skhvatkah. A skhvatki zdes' zrelishchnye, yarkie, vragov mnogo, effektov eshche bol'she. No, uvy, skhvatok zdes' ne tak mnogo kak hotelos' by. I zdes' kroetsya vtoroj zametnyj minus igry - eyo prodolzhitel'nost'. Dazhe uchastvuya na arene i vypolnyaya vse sajd kvesty, projti igru mozhno vsego za 8 chasov, chto ochen' malo, osobenno, na fone proshloj chasti, A crack in time, gde ty mog issledovat' neskol'ko sistem, v kazhdoj iz kotoryh bylo neskol'ko raznyh planet, a takzhe dop. aktivnosti (i eto pomimo syuzhetnyh planet), i gde obshchee vremya igry bylo raza v dva bol'she. Malaya dlitel'nost' skazalas' i na raznoobrazii oruzhiya, ego zdes' vsego s desyatok, gadzhetov tozhe ochen' malo. Golovolomki s Klankom poluchilis' interesnye i izobretatel'nye, no ih nemnogo. Voobshche, takoe chuvstvo, budto igru sil'no porezali v plane kontenta, da i syuzhet kak-to rezko obryvaetsya (on tut, k slovu, neplohoj). Ekh, vot real'no kak-to bystro igra prohoditsya, ne uspevaesh' nasytit'sya eyu. ZHal'. No igra vse ravno poluchilas' horoshej.
    Верните русский на метакритик!!    … Expand
  3. EvilPlayer
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    Good game. New aiming system is uncomfortable and the game is too short, but it's good.
  4. yangfanhong
    May 27, 2021
    8
    Different from the other Ratchet and Clank titles , Into the Nexus is more a shooting game than typical action game.
  5. PixelGamer115
    May 2, 2021
    8
    An overlooked game, its biggest default might be its length, but other aspects make up for it. The story follows that of ACiT, and the serious tone is given VERY quickly once you start a game. Weapons are surprisingly good. The highlight of this game imo is flying with your jetpack on planet Thram burning the local wildlife to a crisp. All of it to open a vault... sigh, capitalism.
  6. GameNotFound
    Apr 23, 2021
    8
    Not the best of the series, but still a great game to play. They seem to change clanks side missions every new game they make, its not bad, just different.
  7. clanky9
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    Funny, enjoyable, good and short thats what reminds me of ratchet and clank into the nexus.
  8. makkusu1
    Nov 11, 2020
    9
    There is a good, but a shorter game of series Ratchet and Clank for the evening! ^_^
  9. Electrohead
    Aug 31, 2020
    8
    Although it's a very short game, Into the Nexus stays consistently fun and interesting throughout its run. The weapons are all great and a ton of fun to play with and the gadget sections are more fun and less tedious than past games.
  10. NeoconTom
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    Its a great game, held down by the fact it was a smaller budget title, especially when compared to Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction and Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time.
  11. destinyfan1
    Mar 8, 2018
    8
    This is a very underrted ratchet and clank that I actually liked more then ratchet and clank 3
    The combat is fun the variety of enemies etc.... oh yeah the awesome graphics only the second half of the had boring moments wich made a less fun experience to get to the end but it still was mostly fun
    Recommended
  12. iliescu
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    Seamless and flow with goodness on the screen, but the length may become tedious on certain players. This one is usual in first for the sibling, good adventure too for most. Would not choose it but it is a nice gem for all audiences supposing. Would not see ratchet or clank do something much different involving than what is harmless fun in call.
  13. Alvokun
    Sep 24, 2017
    9
    Into the Nexus concludes the storyline begun in A Crack in Time, and it maintains the good level of the latter. It is probably a minor game in the franchise in terms of length, but not of quality. This is actually the latest Ratchet and Clank that I played, and, though I cannot remember the exact details and features of the game, my memories about it -as well as about the whole franchise-Into the Nexus concludes the storyline begun in A Crack in Time, and it maintains the good level of the latter. It is probably a minor game in the franchise in terms of length, but not of quality. This is actually the latest Ratchet and Clank that I played, and, though I cannot remember the exact details and features of the game, my memories about it -as well as about the whole franchise- are still good.… Expand
  14. rodericrinehart
    Jan 1, 2017
    9
    Major fun for a short game and just more of Crack in Time or Tools of Destruction, but in smaller snippets and at a discount. It is definitely worth the sale price.
  15. mrnice
    Nov 13, 2016
    8
    Definitely not the #1 masterpiece in the series. But I liked some of the 'bad' things about this game. The short length means it doesn't overstay its welcome. The challenges are fair and can be conquered with skill and patience. Very few sections 'drag on' with needless dialogue or transportation, and the different planets/levels feel varied though they are few. As a bargain game and 10-15Definitely not the #1 masterpiece in the series. But I liked some of the 'bad' things about this game. The short length means it doesn't overstay its welcome. The challenges are fair and can be conquered with skill and patience. Very few sections 'drag on' with needless dialogue or transportation, and the different planets/levels feel varied though they are few. As a bargain game and 10-15 hours of classic colorful cartoon collectathon, it totally works.… Expand
  16. JerseyGirl4Life
    Aug 18, 2016
    10
    Okay, this game is three years old at this point, and on an older system. But just got around to playing it, and it's great. Quest for Booty, not so much, but it came free with this game as a download and I still appreciated being able to play it. I feel like Insomiac took all the criticism against Quest for Booty to heart and dialed everything in this game up to 11. Great story, greatOkay, this game is three years old at this point, and on an older system. But just got around to playing it, and it's great. Quest for Booty, not so much, but it came free with this game as a download and I still appreciated being able to play it. I feel like Insomiac took all the criticism against Quest for Booty to heart and dialed everything in this game up to 11. Great story, great gameplay variety, great final boss battle - my second favorite boss battle of all time in this series. My favorite being the third ratchet game, I believe, where you fight Dr. Nefarious for the first time. (Might have been the second game, those were quite a while ago.) If you've never played Into the Nexus before, I highly recommend it. Great gameplay and graphics still hold up in a world filled with Uncharted 4 and the like.… Expand
  17. sityoazzdown
    Apr 10, 2016
    9
    Another ratchet and clank, and yet another amazing game, seriously when will this franchise stop being amazing? This is by far the most beautiful ratchet and clank of the series. Any fan of this series will enjoy this entry into the series. It's just a typical ratchet game, fun/ different with an generic story with great cast of characters. The only downside is that it seems a littleAnother ratchet and clank, and yet another amazing game, seriously when will this franchise stop being amazing? This is by far the most beautiful ratchet and clank of the series. Any fan of this series will enjoy this entry into the series. It's just a typical ratchet game, fun/ different with an generic story with great cast of characters. The only downside is that it seems a little short, probably half the content of original ratchet and clank games, but I can live with how they threw in quest for booty to make up for it. I love it.… Expand
  18. Antemiz
    Mar 19, 2016
    8
    Nexus was ok, final game in the future series, but the game was too short. I would of love to see more of the game and the new feature it had to offer, not bad for a final last time ps3 sony exclusive.
  19. hulmej
    Oct 1, 2015
    9
    I ain't going to lie but this game was very good just like the previous titles but it's a very small story and is very easy to complete. Anyways it's very fun which is the important thing.
  20. danielthedino
    Feb 26, 2015
    10
    Best 30$ dollars I have ever spent on a game. It creates a whole new genre for space plat-former shooters. This is THE must-have. Even though its only 6 hours long it already strikes it sky high to the fun limit. I have never experienced such a brilliant game. This has always been one of my top favorite games. this definitely reminds me that no game could probably be a better hystericalBest 30$ dollars I have ever spent on a game. It creates a whole new genre for space plat-former shooters. This is THE must-have. Even though its only 6 hours long it already strikes it sky high to the fun limit. I have never experienced such a brilliant game. This has always been one of my top favorite games. this definitely reminds me that no game could probably be a better hysterical space shooter. Insomniac definitely outdid themselves this time.… Expand
  21. egeorge585
    Nov 21, 2014
    10
    After Insomniac takes a few detours with the R&C franchise (all of which I consider to be really fun games anyway) they go back to the traditional gameplay. Yes they only made this a half length adventure but it's also half the price. When it comes down to it Ratchet and Clank has always been fun and witty, this game is no exception. Without a doubt the best part of this game is the museumAfter Insomniac takes a few detours with the R&C franchise (all of which I consider to be really fun games anyway) they go back to the traditional gameplay. Yes they only made this a half length adventure but it's also half the price. When it comes down to it Ratchet and Clank has always been fun and witty, this game is no exception. Without a doubt the best part of this game is the museum at the end. If you have played every single R&C game like I have, or even most of them, the museum is the perfect tribute. Since it is the last game on the PS3 it gives you a few specific tid bits to remember from every single game they have created for the franchise. R&C has never disappointed me and I expect big things out of the franchise for the PS4!… Expand
  22. StrategyStormer
    Aug 3, 2014
    10
    $30 dollars is not a lot for a game, but this game is incredible, and well worth your money.
    The sheer imagination that has been put into the environments, the love and care put into the character models, and the crazy weapons make this game worth playing alone.
    The story is nice and well paced, with a fair amount of little puzzles to figure out. The villains are ambiguous in their aims    $30 dollars is not a lot for a game, but this game is incredible, and well worth your money.
    The sheer imagination that has been put into the environments, the love and care put into the character models, and the crazy weapons make this game worth playing alone.
    The story is nice and well paced, with a fair amount of little puzzles to figure out. The villains are ambiguous in their aims and motives, and although you don't get to spend as much time with them as you could, I feel they were worthy adversaries.
    My favorite franchise is Ratchet and Clank, and this game is third in my list of my favorite Ratchet and Clank games.
    So, to sum it up
    Ratchet and Clank= #1!    … Expand
  23. djrussell
    Jun 15, 2014
    8
    FINALLY! A return to form for the Ratchet series. After the horrible 'spin-offs' "All 4 One" and "Full Frontal Assault", R&C are finally back in this cool little adventure. Although it does feel like a shorter game, like a hybrid between a full Ratchet experience like "Tools of Destruction" and a mini-adventure like "Quest for Booty", it's still a great game. Insomniac have said this willFINALLY! A return to form for the Ratchet series. After the horrible 'spin-offs' "All 4 One" and "Full Frontal Assault", R&C are finally back in this cool little adventure. Although it does feel like a shorter game, like a hybrid between a full Ratchet experience like "Tools of Destruction" and a mini-adventure like "Quest for Booty", it's still a great game. Insomniac have said this will be the last game in the 'Future' series and that really makes me sad, because all of the main games in this series have been fantastic... it's just a shame they spent so many years creating those horrible mini-game spin offs instead of working on great entries like this.… Expand
  24. ratchet23
    Feb 14, 2014
    9
    This game is far better than the previous 2 games in the Ratchet and Clank series that branched off to new concepts such as co-op and whatever. This is a welcome return to the classic Ratchet and Clank formula in a cheaper, shorter but still great package.

    It has a great sense of humour, awesome weapons, good characters and some interesting settings. It isn't particularly difficult    This game is far better than the previous 2 games in the Ratchet and Clank series that branched off to new concepts such as co-op and whatever. This is a welcome return to the classic Ratchet and Clank formula in a cheaper, shorter but still great package.

    It has a great sense of humour, awesome weapons, good characters and some interesting settings.
    It isn't particularly difficult even on the hardest difficulty.
    Clanks Netherverse segments are fun
    Even with its short story, there is still alot of features present from other R&C games such as arenas and the less fun 'collect the valuable from large monster and/or skeleton.

    This is a great game that makes up for its shortness with a €30 price tag, other downloable short, Quest for Booty and plain fun.    … Expand
  25. Inryoku
    Jan 8, 2014
    9
    This game is awesome, if you liked any of the previous games in this series then you'll love this one too. After playing Tools of Destruction and A Crack in Time, the controlls were a bit awkward for me, but after a while they work out perfectly. The story and the characters are OK, the humour and the jokes are hilarious at times, despite the darker tone of this installment. The weaponsThis game is awesome, if you liked any of the previous games in this series then you'll love this one too. After playing Tools of Destruction and A Crack in Time, the controlls were a bit awkward for me, but after a while they work out perfectly. The story and the characters are OK, the humour and the jokes are hilarious at times, despite the darker tone of this installment. The weapons kick ass, but I ended up not using every single one like in the previous games because they weren't as useful like the others. The levels are quite expansive, even though the game as a whole is a bit short, but at that price tag it's not that bad. I'd recommend this game to everyone who has a PS3 and enjoys Jump & Runs and Shooters and doesn't mind the childish style of this game.… Expand
  26. JohnWitten
    Jan 1, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [Condensed]

    Into the Nexus doesn’t change the formula up too much, but manages to stay fresh and fun, even without the changes in pace and with a slightly shorter, less challenging experience as a whole. There’s one thing for certain, and that’s that you are definitely going to enjoy your experience, and be impatient until the inevitable next-generation sequel drops sometime in the future as well…

    Concept: Use the series’ strong points to craft another adventure, this time returning to the classic formula that made it all possible to begin with. Not the strongest in the series, but far from the worst it has to offer in terms of gameplay and story features. There are plenty of side missions and extras to find as well, increasing replay value across the board.

    Graphics: The same graphical designs show up, and they look as great as ever. Some textures may seem a little muddy as the explosions increase, but the level of physical damage shown on screen balances this out and is quite impressive as ever.

    Sound: From the humming of your arsenal of weapons and gadgets to the musical soundtrack, the game sounds fun and exciting throughout.

    Playability: The controls are unchanged for the most part, largely because they have always been one of the strongest points of the game, and that remains the case in this instance as well. The exploration is fun and interesting, especially in Clank’s segments, and the combat is fast-paced and exciting as usual.

    Entertainment: They could’ve maybe done a little bit more with the game in terms of story, but you can’t get much better than the action-heavy and puzzle-solving content that they’ve got to offer you this time around. It’s a well-rounded sequel all in all.

    Replay Value: High.

    Overall Score: 8.5    … Expand
  27. Federelli
    Dec 19, 2013
    9
    Amazing game, classic Ratchet & Clank Action Adventure Platformer with RPG elements. A complete weapon arsenal with upgrades and level ups as previous games.
    A beautifully crafted story with great characters.
    The musical score for the game is really good as well.
  28. dwilches
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    If you liked Tools of Destruction a A Crack in Time, you will enjoy this game.
    Bear in mind that it is a short game, like 6 hours to finish, so don't expect a game as long as the other 2 I mentioned.
  29. EpicNate6
    Dec 5, 2013
    9
    Nexus is a great throw back to the classic formula while still adding a great variety of new mechanics to keep the experience unique and fresh. I loved every second of playing this game through the first time and on challenge mode. Great value as the game is $40 here in Australia
  30. thecraftmined
    Dec 4, 2013
    8
    This is a great game to end the series` trip on the PS3. Still I have to say I was a bit disapointed of it. The length totally ruined what this game could have been. it could have been so much. I`d like to see more of the awesome platforming with the gravity boots, more guns and basically more of everything this game offered. However, this game is really good! The framerate never dropped,This is a great game to end the series` trip on the PS3. Still I have to say I was a bit disapointed of it. The length totally ruined what this game could have been. it could have been so much. I`d like to see more of the awesome platforming with the gravity boots, more guns and basically more of everything this game offered. However, this game is really good! The framerate never dropped, there was not a single stutter or freezes, the voice-acting is superior and it`s still Ratchet and Clank. Ratchet and Clank: into the Nexus is one of the best games I`ve played this year!… Expand
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#57 Best PS3 Game of 2013
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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 60
  3. Negative: 0 out of 60
  1. Thunderbolt
    Feb 24, 2014
    50
    An underwhelming conclusion for Sony’s duo on the PlayStation 3. It’s a fine game; it’s pretty, it’s got the series’ trademark weaponry, and yet, it’s just another Ratchet game.
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  2. games(TM)
    Jan 23, 2014
    70
    A fitting miniature to end this generation. [Issue#143, p.106]
  3. Games.cz
    Jan 14, 2014
    80
    The final episode of the PS3 Ratchet & Clank chapter is more of a small game than a fully-fledged one. Considering its purchase cost is adequate along with the overall game's intensity, it is a perfect ending of another period of Lombax' colorful life. Moreover, there's a bonus on the disc, Quest for Booty, an old but totally awesome mini installment certainly worthy of your attention. So get cracking!
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