Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus

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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 338 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 247 out of 338
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 338
  3. Negative: 25 out of 338
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  1. Xaghow
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    If you are a fan of Ratchet & Clank, then this game is a MUST HAVE!
    Apart from the amazing visuals and rather compelling story, it leaves you wanting more.
    This game is a GREAT end to a generation!
    Expecting a R&C on PS4, but un till then this game will keep you in the Ratchet vibe!
  2. 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.
  3. xSaGe
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    $30 for an 8 hour game with a great story, fun gameplay, and a good sense of humor. Into the Nexus is the best thing to happen to R&C in a long time, since A Crack in Time. The 8 hour story is perfectly paced and well written. The turn in atmosphere is a breathe of fresh air and the gorgeous graphics complement it well. The Jetpack is also very fun to use and adds new style to the classic$30 for an 8 hour game with a great story, fun gameplay, and a good sense of humor. Into the Nexus is the best thing to happen to R&C in a long time, since A Crack in Time. The 8 hour story is perfectly paced and well written. The turn in atmosphere is a breathe of fresh air and the gorgeous graphics complement it well. The Jetpack is also very fun to use and adds new style to the classic Ratchet gameplay formula that's returned. This games a good break after all the shooters out there, and it's probably the best $30 you can spend on a game because you will get your money's worth.… Expand
  4. ReApEr2170
    Nov 23, 2013
    10
    This game is epic, Ratchet and Clank is back to how it used to be, and if it stays away from games such as Quest for Booty, All for One and Full Frontal Assault the series will make its triumphant return.
  5. rlangtinn95
    Nov 14, 2013
    10
    Amazing game, i love how the series has evolved from first meeting the two of them, and now i'm here, controlling ratchet & clank in a future universe. Into the nexus got everything i'm asking for, new weapons, new worlds, and of course a new story. Great job Insomniac!
  6. Ontario53
    Dec 2, 2013
    10
    This game is an Amazing game, i love how the series has evolved from first meeting the two of them, and now i'm here, controlling ratchet & clank in a future universe. Into the nexus has got everything i'm asking for, new weapons, new worlds, and of course a new story. Great job Insomniac!
  7. 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    $30 dollars is not a lot for a game, but this game is incredible, and well worth your money.
    The sheer imagination that has been put into the environments, the love and care put into the character models, and the crazy weapons make this game worth playing alone.
    The story is nice and well paced, with a fair amount of little puzzles to figure out. The villains are ambiguous in their aims and motives, and although you don't get to spend as much time with them as you could, I feel they were worthy adversaries.
    My favorite franchise is Ratchet and Clank, and this game is third in my list of my favorite Ratchet and Clank games.
    So, to sum it up
    Ratchet and Clank= #1!    … Expand
  8. egeorge585
    Nov 21, 2014
    10
    After Insomniac takes a few detours with the R&C franchise (all of which I consider to be really fun games anyway) they go back to the traditional gameplay. Yes they only made this a half length adventure but it's also half the price. When it comes down to it Ratchet and Clank has always been fun and witty, this game is no exception. Without a doubt the best part of this game is the museumAfter Insomniac takes a few detours with the R&C franchise (all of which I consider to be really fun games anyway) they go back to the traditional gameplay. Yes they only made this a half length adventure but it's also half the price. When it comes down to it Ratchet and Clank has always been fun and witty, this game is no exception. Without a doubt the best part of this game is the museum at the end. If you have played every single R&C game like I have, or even most of them, the museum is the perfect tribute. Since it is the last game on the PS3 it gives you a few specific tid bits to remember from every single game they have created for the franchise. R&C has never disappointed me and I expect big things out of the franchise for the PS4!… Expand
  9. danielthedino
    Feb 26, 2015
    10
    Best 30$ 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
  10. 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
  11. Darkshadow2343
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    The most underrated ratchet and clank game.
    With a great weapon selection, outstanding level design and a great soundtrack.
  12. 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.
  13. PasghettiHead
    Nov 14, 2013
    9
    I am a sucker for Ratchet & Clank. Humor, crazy weapons, weapon leveling, bolt and raritanium looting, and more! I can't help but be thrilled about R&C returning to their core mechanics. I just wish the game was longer I am looking forward to the next installment on the PS4. Don't make us wait Insomniac!
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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
  17. EzzOmen
    Nov 14, 2013
    9
    Definately what defines a 'short and sweet' game, Game is absolutely brilliant, only problems are the ending isn't worthy of R&C, but still brilliant, and the game length, a must play for R&C fans.
  18. CreationGames
    Nov 12, 2013
    9
    This game is spectacular, all of the feelings of the old ratchet and clank games come back into my mind again! This game continues insomniacs legacy, not including all for 1 and those other titles. Goooopd jobbb insomniac!
  19. Gamingrules37
    Nov 13, 2013
    9
    If you loved the ps2 games and liked the ps3 ones this will blow you away the games story is not of the top but its guns guns guns and crates are something that revive your memories. its characters are goofy funny and at times adorable. gameplay is fast and a reason that you will keep playing it.a variety of weapons and the sounds of the crates breaking is something that you will notIf you loved the ps2 games and liked the ps3 ones this will blow you away the games story is not of the top but its guns guns guns and crates are something that revive your memories. its characters are goofy funny and at times adorable. gameplay is fast and a reason that you will keep playing it.a variety of weapons and the sounds of the crates breaking is something that you will not forget.and all in all this makes up for some 8-12 hours of excitement and experience (depends on what type of player you are accordingly you will finish it WORTH YOUR MONEY AND TIME.… Expand
  20. Curse_X
    Nov 12, 2013
    9
    The only thing "bad" in this tittle is that is relatively short....and I don't know why is only 75 METASCORE pts...this game is very cool like the firsts R&C games!!!
  21. ReakMayhem
    Nov 13, 2013
    9
    This is a true Ratchet & Clank game. The gameplay is as great as it was "originally was" from 2002-2009 and the villain(s) was great after the disappointing villain in Full Frontal Assault. The problem I have with this game is that it's not at a length I wanted but it's still $30 well spent.
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. makkusu1
    Nov 11, 2020
    9
    There is a good, but a shorter game of series Ratchet and Clank for the evening! ^_^
  28. clanky9
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    Funny, enjoyable, good and short thats what reminds me of ratchet and clank into the nexus.
  29. 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
  30. 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
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#57 Best PS3 Game of 2013
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#28 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2013
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#36 Most Shared 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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