Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time

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  1. MrTempest
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Crash Bandicoot 4 is frustratingly great.
    Idk if that makes sense...but this game proves that Crash is still a great series!
  2. Crashmarco100
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    De los mejores juegos de Crash Bandicoot que he probado, enserio, ningún juego nuevo de Crash me había frustrado tanto como este, y me encanta. Toys for Bob hizo un excelente trabajo, manteniendo la jugabilidad fluida y por supuesto la dificultad que todos extrañabamos
  3. Moxir
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    The game is really fun and brings back what made crash fun with the original 3 games somewhat frustrating at times with the dark matter spin ability
  4. BuckBolt93
    Oct 7, 2020
    9
    This game is amazing, one of the best crash games since Crash 3! Recommend heavily to anyone who loves Crash, similar games, and those who love platforms! Only issue is that the game ramps up the difficulty immediately... like level 2 immediately, one of the hardest Crash games to date; if you like a challenge like me, it should be no problem!
  5. norm58_3
    Oct 13, 2020
    6
    First off, I do like the game; most of the platforming and level design is solid, and it keeps a lot of what made the originals great while building on it as well. But it’s easier to detail my criticisms than praise, and I need to get it off my chest. If the game was terrible then I’d just bin it, but it’s because there’s so much good there that I really want to love it, but there are justFirst off, I do like the game; most of the platforming and level design is solid, and it keeps a lot of what made the originals great while building on it as well. But it’s easier to detail my criticisms than praise, and I need to get it off my chest. If the game was terrible then I’d just bin it, but it’s because there’s so much good there that I really want to love it, but there are just things in the way making me unable to.

    The main word I would use to describe it is tedious.

    This is coming from a huge Crash fan. I’ve completed Crash 1 & 2 – & 3 to a lesser extent – countless times, and it seems Crash 4 is determined to force me to do the same for it just to get 100% once. The n-verted versions of the levels are not fun in their own way and basically just force you to complete all the levels again. I lose quite a bit of enjoyment in a game I’m playing when I accept that I’m probably not going to fully complete it ever, which is something I would definitely expect from a Crash game.

    Finding on my first playthrough, while getting all the boxes I see, that there are almost always 1-5 boxes missed is far from thrilling. I like collectathons, but unlike with for example Banjo or Spyro, where you can search around for those elusive notes, you have to do the whole level again just to realise (or not) that there’s a random box just out of sight. In particular, you have to do the bonuses again. I did like that lots of the bonuses are legitimately challenging and great platforming, but once you’ve cracked it once completing it again several times is just tedious.

    For completion they also want you to get all the boxes on each level without dying. It’s a bit annoying having to do that in Crash 1, but the levels in this game are much longer. And it doesn’t even feel like they thought about this; there is absolutely no reason you should have to wait for a 30+ second loading screen every time you have to restart the level (even if you haven’t reached a checkpoint yet, unlike Crash 1), when it could just put you back to that start like in a time trial; given how long and difficult lots of the levels are the time trials are also a big ask.

    The biggest problem I have with the actual gameplay is the depth perception, which is way worse than even Crash 1; I think this is largely due to the camera angle being too low and far back. I found myself constantly using the double jump just to hover and ensure I was going to land where I planned, which doesn’t make for fun speeding through a level. They do add the big yellow circle below Crash to allow this to be possible, but I’d say it’s a bit of an ugly fix for the problem. It meant that I enjoyed the 2D sections much more than the 3D ones, and Crash isn’t supposed to be just a 2D platformer.

    Playing through I also felt the level design was lacking variety. Yet when I thought about it there’s not really more in the other games, like in Crash 2 how there’s about 10 different level types each repeated 2 or 3 times; it probably just feels that way because the consecutive levels in each world feel similar, and they just go on too long.    … Expand
  6. Sandorz
    Mar 27, 2021
    0
    Absolutely the worst crash game ever. Insanely hard and extremely frustrating.
  7. Zequila
    Nov 29, 2020
    3
    Awful game... The level design is probably one of the worst I've ever see in a platform game. Controls are terrible, the hitbox simply doesn't exist. Wrath of cortex is a great game compared with this
  8. rafaelpita
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Otimo jogo, ao estilo dos antigos crash, aliado a belos graficos e otimos cenarios, recomendo com certeza
  9. SCrash
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This is the best Crash game ever so far, every thing in this surpassed my expectations . The levels designs are genius the characters model is amazing and the new art direction is crazy . every level will magic your eye best describes as (Visually nourishing) . This is exactly the game we have been waiting for 12 yeas . And about the gullible people who are disliking the new models areThis is the best Crash game ever so far, every thing in this surpassed my expectations . The levels designs are genius the characters model is amazing and the new art direction is crazy . every level will magic your eye best describes as (Visually nourishing) . This is exactly the game we have been waiting for 12 yeas . And about the gullible people who are disliking the new models are sick people seeing the characters with sexual perspective only (their opinions are't important it is a moe point)… Expand
  10. EnderArtz
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely perfect! Finally the perfect sequel to Warped, we have been waiting SO MUCH for this game and.. I repeat, it's PERFECT!!!
  11. Felpskiver
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito bom de vdd msm gameplay suave, muito fluido e etc, história tbm ta do krl… Expand
  12. Nasser__
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    هذي لعبة كراش لى كنت انتظرها من تفاصيل و افكار و مراحل الرهيبة و التنويع فى الاقنعة اللعبة تستحق اسم كراش 4 انصح فيها اذا انت تحب العاب كراش
  13. Okxd
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    Crash Bandicoot 4 introduces a ton of new gameplay elements, while still keeping the feel of the original games. All 4 masks are extremely fun to use and it really makes the game more fun and interesting. The levels are all really creative and fun, it's a huge step up from old sequels. It's also very difficult, even if you aren't playing on retro mode the final level and final boss willCrash Bandicoot 4 introduces a ton of new gameplay elements, while still keeping the feel of the original games. All 4 masks are extremely fun to use and it really makes the game more fun and interesting. The levels are all really creative and fun, it's a huge step up from old sequels. It's also very difficult, even if you aren't playing on retro mode the final level and final boss will take a long time for you to beat. I think both new and old players will love this game and I'm giving it 9/10. I wish they would have had more levels where you could play as the new characters though, seems like a waste to introduce them and then only have a few levels where you can play as them. I also wish the game was a little longer and the bosses were more challenging, the game took me like 5 hours to beat and I only struggled with the final boss.… Expand
  14. Daniel0809
    Oct 3, 2020
    8
    This game is the definition of a video game if your 30-40 years old, this is kinda of what were used to in games but modernized. Very challenging game!, Story is bad, typical of this style game, graphics are like cartoons but its very fun! If you like fun then buy this game but beware its very tricky to beat these levels.
  15. DrannikWoW
    Oct 5, 2020
    5
    This isn’t Crash. Crash = Break Boxes to Earn Fruit to Earn Lives. In this game they give you unlimited lives because the levels are sadistic, and breaking boxes gives you nothing. Even Bonus levels lost their purpose.
  16. UkiyoYugen
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Достойное продолжение Крэша, многие жалуются на управление, но со временем привыкаешь, Это игра где нужно учиться и практиковаться дабы стать лучше, но на самом деле я написал это всё просто так потому что все что я хотел сказать это
    Thank you, Toys for Bob    Достойное продолжение Крэша, многие жалуются на управление, но со временем привыкаешь, Это игра где нужно учиться и практиковаться дабы стать лучше, но на самом деле я написал это всё просто так потому что все что я хотел сказать это
    Thank you, Toys for Bob
  17. CalvinCrack
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    With this game Toys For Bob goes from “weirdest studio name” to “what are they doing next?” Crash 4 blows past expectations of a retro revival and somehow delivers one of the best games of all time. It commits to a pure joy of platforming that we have rarely seen since the Super Nintendo era. I’d say the closest relative is Donkey Kong Country Returns and its sequel, and there are moreWith this game Toys For Bob goes from “weirdest studio name” to “what are they doing next?” Crash 4 blows past expectations of a retro revival and somehow delivers one of the best games of all time. It commits to a pure joy of platforming that we have rarely seen since the Super Nintendo era. I’d say the closest relative is Donkey Kong Country Returns and its sequel, and there are more than a few nods in that direction, most notably the rail grinding sections. It also reminds me of Yoshi’s Island due to its breathtaking cartoony style, its focus on collecting (red coins / boxes), and its continuous introduction (and escalation) of new mechanics throughout the game. It is an endless joy to play (and replay and replay difficult sections). It’s full of secrets, close calls, reversed/remixed levels, bonus stages, playable characters, new skins and more. It’s BETTER than the thing it’s based on which speaks to the quality of the Toys For Bob team. They analyzed exactly what a crash game should be, mechanically, visually, and took it to the next level. Granted, the PS1 had a lot more limitations those geniuses had to grapple with so we can’t hold it against them that they didn’t make a game of Crash 4’s precise quality. In fact ... Crash 4 reveals the simple beauty of their design. This feels like an evolved version of what they set out to do, and I imagine that the original Crash devs will savor (along with fans) what this team has accomplished both in homage and advancement. 11 out of 10… Expand
  18. gunhead88
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Everything about the new crash reminds me of the old school crash growing up. The nostalgia is breathtaking.
  19. GiveMePatience
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The variety in levels design is amazing. Every level has its own character. The difficulty is a little bit unbalanced but it's still enjoyable after all.
  20. Rubes
    Oct 14, 2020
    0
    So ridiculously difficult and hard to control that it's no fun! I died 45 times on the first 3 levels! Luckily I rented it, so I'm out nothing, but for those shelling out $60 for a PS2 or PS3-looking game with terrible,awful, imprecise controls, crazy difficulty and a formula so old and outdated, you'll feel like the makers are trolling their own players by seeing how many ways a personSo ridiculously difficult and hard to control that it's no fun! I died 45 times on the first 3 levels! Luckily I rented it, so I'm out nothing, but for those shelling out $60 for a PS2 or PS3-looking game with terrible,awful, imprecise controls, crazy difficulty and a formula so old and outdated, you'll feel like the makers are trolling their own players by seeing how many ways a person can die over and over again. The controls are so loosey-goosey and although you are given a reticle for aiming your landing, you'll still have no feeling of control with every platform jump, and no idea where you will land (even with the useless reticle). Oh, did i mention that the platform starts to crumble once you touch it AND when you go to jump to the next platform a creature is coming out between platforms to eat Crash 40% of the time. That's just level 3..what were they thinking? The game looks and feels old and it's just not fun to play. A tired and old formula that will have you wishing for each stage to end quickly. These Toys for Bob people need to play a certain plumber for awhile to learn how to manufacture games with precise controls that are a pleasure to play. This ain't one of them.… Expand
  21. ShrekXY
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The game is a masterpiece ,as a crash bandicoot fan i felt like yes this is crash bandicoot ,its wrath of cortex Side b, the music is great the gameplay is great too my favourite crash game
  22. Ossaid
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing! Think of it as crash 2.0. Graphics are awesome and the gameplay is a blast
  23. Bdills89
    Oct 14, 2020
    2
    Save your money. The controls are ridiculous the game doesn't run smooth and every level is 100 plus boxes and you pretty much gotta learn as you go. Worst crash game made so far.
  24. DolanDark
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Does the Crash series justice. Only downside for me was the overly abundant amount of crates that were hidden off screen. Game is a challenge and definitely the hardest Crash game, would recommend
  25. StefanGoncalvez
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Very happy with my first hours! Truly what a new crash game needed. It’s not an easy game, so do not expect it to hold your hand!
  26. Mercinarie
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    Amazingly balanced between nostalgia and fresh, as a crash fan this is the game we deserved. Challenging but rewarding it's Crash Bandicoot the way it should be.
  27. EnigmaXtreme
    Oct 11, 2020
    8
    When I was growing up, Crash Bandicoot was my childhood, it was the first game I had when I first received my PlayStation. I spent hours playing through it’s levels even though I was absolutely crap at it back then. I personally found myself enjoying its sequels way more instead, especially the variety and challenge of the third game, Warped. As time moved on however, I became a bigger fanWhen I was growing up, Crash Bandicoot was my childhood, it was the first game I had when I first received my PlayStation. I spent hours playing through it’s levels even though I was absolutely crap at it back then. I personally found myself enjoying its sequels way more instead, especially the variety and challenge of the third game, Warped. As time moved on however, I became a bigger fan of Crash’s sort of half brother in Spyro the Dragon, playing through the original trilogy numerous times. But all those memories returned with the release of the Nsane Trilogy back in 2017, the folks over at Vicarious Visions did an amazing job turning the original games into modern platforming classics, just with more accurate jumping. But it’s fallen upon Toys for Bob, the folks responsible for the Spyro Trilogy remake to create the first true new Crash game in over 20 years.

    This game is set right after Warped with Cortex, Uka-Uka and N. Tropy stuck for the last 20 years after their defeat, what this does is essentially retcon everything released afterwards, including Crash Bash, so nothing of value was lost. After finally opening a rift between worlds, it’s up to our heroes Crash, Coco and Aku to stop Cortex’s latest evil plan across dimensions. This time around we are also introduced to brand new Quantum Masks that will change up the gameplay in many ways.

    So after going through the seventeen steps to play this game on the PS4 (Installation, Update, Install the Update, Powder its Nose, License Agreement, Waiting for the game to pick the right outfit and ask me to register an Activision Account for additional skins *pfffft*) You are presented with two playstyle options, Modern and Retro, this really just amounts to whether you want to play with lives or not. I have been on record several times that the concept of lives can go die in a fire with even long time holdouts like Mario finally at long last ditching them, I also bring up examples like the fantastic modern Rayman platformers that just have you do the most recent section if you are killed.

    Speaking of which, It seems this game has taken a few of its inspirations from Rayman Legends. Not only with the new grind rail sections but you are rewarded Gems for how many Whompa fruits you get after each level. When it comes to Level design though, the Trilogy levels were great looking but restricted due to the original designs, this time around the devs have free reign over what they can do and each level is just meticulously detailed with these little extras that make them all stand out but my god can these levels can get huge. Toys for Bob certainly did their homework on how a Crash level works and the controls and camera flow incredibly smoothly, I never felt Crash wasn’t in my control with there even being a little beacon on the ground when you jump so no longer are you taking blind leaps of faith. The difficulty though is not that severe it’s like a really good curry, delicious but with just the right amount of heat. That is unless you are trying to actually complete the levels 100 %, in which case good luck getting off the toilet anytime tonight.

    Getting all the boxes can be no easy task especially in Bonus stages, while they used to be fun little romps in the original games they can be incredibly unforgiving here with exact methods to get everything or be made to start over and they are made even more complex with the new masks. The Quantum Masks introduced in this game give us several new powers like stopping time, switching gravity or dimensions and a heavy-duty spin attack, instead of being able to pick them out and use them at your own free will, they appear during certain segments in levels. Crash 4 introduces us to so many new mechanics and features it is almost hard to keep track of them all

    While there are certainly some complex sections, especially with Bonus Stages it is a real stretch to consider this game “hard”. We’ve gotten used to so many games hand holding us that we have become blind to any real challenge. Anything even considered hard is automatically paired with Souls or Cuphead. But anybody who is going to strive for full completion, you are certainly getting your money worth with each level having a “Twisted” version with its own set of gems to collect. Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time is an amazing addition to the series and a spectacular follow up to the Original Trilogy.

    My fingers are crossed for what they do with Spyro 4

    Th…there is gonna be a Spyro 4, right?    … Expand
  28. Timmytheos
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Great game, waited a long time for a good successor and they didn't disappoint
  29. Warden420
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This Is the best Crash game ever
    This Is what I've been waiting for over a decade

    بدون تطبيل، اوكي ؟
    من جد هذي افضل لعبة
  30. iJester
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Maybe the best crash bandicoot game yet! Controls it's different and smoother than ever its the best in the series.
    Level design, soundtracks, voice acting, graphics, the art style, ddiverse gameplay, intense and dynamic I loved it so much, The 12 year wait was worth it! Thanks Actvision & Toys for Bob for this masterpiece spectacular amazing game.
    انتظار 12 سنة كان يستاهل كل شيء خرافي    Maybe the best crash bandicoot game yet! Controls it's different and smoother than ever its the best in the series.
    Level design, soundtracks, voice acting, graphics, the art style, ddiverse gameplay, intense and dynamic I loved it so much, The 12 year wait was worth it! Thanks Actvision & Toys for Bob for this masterpiece spectacular amazing game.

    انتظار 12 سنة كان يستاهل كل شيء خرافي ومن الافضل بس ياليت تصميم كراش وكوكو يشبه القديم اكثر    … Expand
  31. BOGOMEGO49
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Comincio dal fatto che per me è il miglior Crash Bandicoot dell'intera saga.
    Un gameplay incredibilmente gradevole e fresco che aggiunge a tutto ciò che era presente nei precedenti capitoli la wall-run e le tratte nelle "rotaie". Finalmente è possibile giocare con altri personaggi come Dingodile, Tawna e Cortex che, a discapito di un'abilità di Crash e Coco ne aggiungono una nuova (ad esempio il rampino, il lo spazzafoglie e la il raggio di Cortex.
    Il design è molto cartoonesco e si distacca dalla trilogia originale (soprattutto con vari dettagli molto più da Spyro) apprezzo questo stile perché probabilmente invecchierà meglio rispetto a quello della N.Sane Trilogy.
    La storia è un qualcosa di spettacolare, non riesco a credere al fatto che abbiano aggiunto una storia così bella, intricata e strana in certi tratti in un platform.
    Detto questo, c'è qualche piccolo dettaglio che non è proprio il massimo, ad esempio qualche bug visivo, telecamera troppo bassa in certi punti (anche se l'ombra migliorata risolve in parte questo problema) e le musiche facilmente dimenticabili.
    C'è però da fare i complimenti per come hanno gestito il doppio salto, farlo in questa maniera aiuta moltissimo il player a poter aggiustare la traiettoria del salto anche dopo l'esecuzione (cosa da non sottovalutare in un gioco del genere).
    Per me questo gioco merita un 10 pieno    … Expand
  32. IsaacMartins
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    O jogo é simplesmente incrível, aprimorou suas mecânicas trazendo coisas novas e ainda mantendo sua essência.
  33. OldBloodMaster
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    no words to describe how this game feels.
    this is the best game of the series so far
  34. Gomaruiz0
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    El crash 4 logra todo lo que nescesitaba lograr para ser un buen crash. Mantiene la escesia de las anteriores 3 entregas e inova de una manera expectacular
  35. brokesslerman
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    AMAZING, nostalgic, fun, incredibly challenging
    The story is a masterpiece
    Note: near the, end the game gets "N.Sane" hard
  36. Xrisz
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    the difficulty destroys the gaming experience................................
  37. DaweHolzer
    Sep 6, 2022
    3
    This game is pretty annoying. I thought that i was too unskilled but i see others have frustration with the controls as well. Every chapter that i played felt like i was balancing on ice while jumping .Couldn't play much of it because i got fed up with the trolling that the devs pulled off.
  38. broskej
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Это шедевр платформеров! Не получал столько удовольствия со временем первых частей! Невероятно, весело, мило, прикольно!

    Рекомендую всем.
  39. Samurai_Fuego
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    This game is awesome, beyond the nostalgic feelings it bring us new stuff and very well worked! From music to game mechanics, high difficulty, maps, visual awesomeness and more! Of course a soul from the 90's era, im34 years old and i can say this is the best crash ever! Very recommended!
  40. Jkn89
    Jul 20, 2022
    0
    I'm writing this review mainly as a warning to parents who might want to buy the game for their children. Don't do this if you do not want to harm the child. This game is the opposite of what it looks like on the surface - a nice cheerful fun. It's actually an evil frustration simulator.
    I've played a number of difficult games, but never anything like Crash Bandicoot 4. If I managed to    I'm writing this review mainly as a warning to parents who might want to buy the game for their children. Don't do this if you do not want to harm the child. This game is the opposite of what it looks like on the surface - a nice cheerful fun. It's actually an evil frustration simulator.
    I've played a number of difficult games, but never anything like Crash Bandicoot 4. If I managed to accidentally pass a level after many attempts, it was only through sheer luck, so I didn't even feel any satisfaction.
    The original Crash games were very difficult, but still playable for a normal person. This one is only for speedrunners and similar hardcore gamers. Unfortunately, if the developers made the game just a little bit accessible, there would be hateful comments from this type of people everywhere. So in fear of them, the developers have made them practically the only target category of their game.
    The game might have deserved an extra star for its nice graphics, but because it's so awful in gameplay, I have to give it the lowest score.    … Expand
  41. AGamer316
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    Not only is the game the best Crash Bandicoot game and a game that is a worthy follow up to the original trilogy of games, but it also competes with the N Sane Trilogy for title of best Crash game. Like seriously the game is just that good. This is what people wanted but never got out of a Crash sequel to the trilogy. It is bigger and better. There is just so much content here that gettingNot only is the game the best Crash Bandicoot game and a game that is a worthy follow up to the original trilogy of games, but it also competes with the N Sane Trilogy for title of best Crash game. Like seriously the game is just that good. This is what people wanted but never got out of a Crash sequel to the trilogy. It is bigger and better. There is just so much content here that getting to full completion will not be easy but a lot of fun will be had along the way. Now the game isn't perfect but it is still lots of fun and my personal favourite Crash game. My only real issues would be the colour contrast in some levels isn't the best making certain things hard to see and the fact that the relics can be very hard to get for the average player but other than that the game is lots of fun. The game is certainly a challenge, but every play through of a level just makes you better and better at it to where you will eventually be able to master the whole level. I would highly recommend this game, Its awesome.… Expand
  42. kdo_nascimento
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Crash e Mario são eternos. Para mim Os jogos de plataforma são muito mais legais do que os de mundo aberto. Está aí a prova de que não adianta mudar a fórmula. Todos aqueles que vieram depois do 3, foram para o esquecimento. Crash 4 até o fim do ano!!!!
  43. SirSoil
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time is the definition of platforming perfection. It’s beyond challenging but amazingly satisfying; every jump, every spin, every collectible it’s so damn satisfying! The level design is both gorgeous and genius, the many obstacles you face are fantastic; they prove not only challenging but fun as well. The story in this game is surprisingly amazing, and it’sCrash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time is the definition of platforming perfection. It’s beyond challenging but amazingly satisfying; every jump, every spin, every collectible it’s so damn satisfying! The level design is both gorgeous and genius, the many obstacles you face are fantastic; they prove not only challenging but fun as well. The story in this game is surprisingly amazing, and it’s both comical and engaging with its twists and turns. The game is also stunning, and the soundtrack oh my lord, the soundtrack is catchy as all hell; it’s amazing. The game also offers many unique ways to play from playing the main levels normally from reversing them and making some elements different and let me tell you it’s very noticeable changes. But the best feature by far is that you can play as different characters, they all feel different and unique and let me tell you they are all awesome! The game also has bonuses like skins hidden gems a nice multiplayer mode and hidden levels to find as well, it’s all packed in this amazing adventure and without a doubt the best Crash game by far! Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time does the impossible, by providing both fun and challenging into a balancing state that can not be ignored, it’s platforming is on point and the story is comically engaging, not to forget the many things you can perform besides the story levels, this game is truly one of its kind, and without a doubt a perfect platformer. (A Masterpiece 5/5) You Must Play It!… Expand
  44. Raulmk9
    Oct 7, 2020
    10
    A continuação que os fãs mereciam e precisavam , jogabilidade maravilhosa , bem fiel com novidades super bem feitas
  45. Mapelstone
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    There's nothing I would change about this game. An Incredible and true sequel to Crash Bandicoot Warped. We waited a long time for this and I am not disappointed in the slightest. It's so difficult which is what every Crash Bandicoot game should be, the level design is eye catching and engaging. There's nothing I would change about any of the mechanics whatsover. G
  46. Krosys42
    Oct 7, 2020
    10
    Non posso fare a meno di dare 10, il gioco per me non merita 10 ma 9 in quanto non è la perfezione più totale sul fronte tecnico, graficamente é maestoso ma raramente ci si può incappare in qualche piccolissimo bug.
    Do 10 per alzare la media, davvero questo qui è il crash più bello e più difficile che io abbia mai giocato.
    I miei complimenti, questo è il giusto erede della saga.
  47. Tsunowa
    Oct 7, 2020
    10
    It`s a true sequence for the main trilogy, maintaining the good and challeging gameplay with some cool new features, really enjoyed! Crash finally come back!!!
  48. Polar-Noticias
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This is a must buy game I love it. The new game is a good sequel to the naughty dog original games
  49. Poncho203
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    Excelente juegazo, fiel a los 3 anteriores videojuegos de Crash Bandicoot, te hace recordar aquellas tardes donde llegabas de la escuela a jugar y entretenerte
  50. Ken_007
    Oct 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gran juego, lleno de nostalgia que supone un gran reto a la hora de jugarlo; sin duda muy recomendado.… Expand
  51. mwaraiieth
    Oct 11, 2020
    10
    A best game ever in my childhood ever I've seen this so far and incredible new playable characters makes me so satisfying about it and Traveling interdimensional is awesome can't wait for Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart for more powerful in PS5
  52. Joelloyd
    Oct 12, 2020
    10
    Crash banooca.. At. His. Finest. Fun. Funny. Beautiful graphics. Amazing level design. Top class sound design and mixes the old with the new perfectly. Toys for Bob. Well done.
  53. Koaryoki
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    Sou um jogador da velha guarda e posso dizer que este jogo é incrivelmente bom, a dificuldade para mim não era grande porque estou habituado a jogar crash bandicoot

    crash bandicoot 1,2,3 e agora 4 e considere a viagem no tempo quando falaram sobre o jogo antes de ser lançado, pensei "isso é sério?" mas eles conseguiram encaixar a viagem no tempo perfeitamente no universo de crash    Sou um jogador da velha guarda e posso dizer que este jogo é incrivelmente bom, a dificuldade para mim não era grande porque estou habituado a jogar crash bandicoot

    crash bandicoot 1,2,3 e agora 4 e considere a viagem no tempo quando falaram sobre o jogo antes de ser lançado, pensei "isso é sério?" mas eles conseguiram encaixar a viagem no tempo perfeitamente no universo de crash bandicoot    … Expand
  54. Squidliosis
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    Absolutely the best game in the series, this coming from a nostalgia-blinded man with a huge love for thr OG trilogy.
  55. Asynth
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    This game is everything I hoped it would be, and that's coming from someone who only recently became a Crash fan after playing Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled earlier this year. Crash 4 is colorful, creative and challenging in the best ways. It feels insanely polished and well-executed, and keeps the gameplay fresh by introducing new playable characters, gameplay mechanics and enemies alongThis game is everything I hoped it would be, and that's coming from someone who only recently became a Crash fan after playing Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled earlier this year. Crash 4 is colorful, creative and challenging in the best ways. It feels insanely polished and well-executed, and keeps the gameplay fresh by introducing new playable characters, gameplay mechanics and enemies along the way. I love it!… Expand
  56. GrandCross
    Nov 3, 2020
    7
    Crash Bandicoot was my very first franchise back in the PS1 days, and to this day stil remains one of my favorites. This game really captures the essence of Crash Bandicoot games and upgrades it with new game mechanics and new playable characters, a nice story and music, that is if you play the game normally.

    If you try to get the Platinum Trophy by getting all of the achievements then    Crash Bandicoot was my very first franchise back in the PS1 days, and to this day stil remains one of my favorites. This game really captures the essence of Crash Bandicoot games and upgrades it with new game mechanics and new playable characters, a nice story and music, that is if you play the game normally.

    If you try to get the Platinum Trophy by getting all of the achievements then the picture changes and not for the better. At least until patch 1.04, my now concluded Platinum journey was filled with bugs and glitches that range from: boxes not spawning, enemies not spawning, inputs not registering and the camera getting stuck. To be honest the only reason i actually got the Platinum was because of my stubborness, but it was an excruciating journey. Of the top of my head levels like Run It Bayou, Rock Blocked, Toxic Tunnels, Bears Repeating are just a few of the ones that actually broke me. For you need the platinum relics and the N.sane perfect relics (get all boxes without dying once) which are incredibly hard to get. So if you are asking an insurmountable task from your players, the least you can do is to make sure your game runs prestinely. Because dying in the final jump of a level that you have been griding for hours just because the double jump didnt register is maddening, and it happened more than a couple of times.

    So next time i probably wont platinum the game and get less from the expirience, it really hurt what could have been a 9/10 game.    … Expand
  57. Pauljac3
    Nov 30, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although a great game if you are just going for the casual play through. if you are like me and many other people you ply crash games to 100% and this game is one of the worst games to 100%. The level design is amazing the music is very good, I wouldn’t say it’s better than the original trilogy but it’s still good music. But the difficulty spike when you are going a complete play through is absurd and unreasonable. Having to get platinum on the time trails is next to impossible. I found myself getting gold on the time trails and still having to improve by 30 seconds to get to platinum! The amount of time you will have to replay the same level over and over is ridiculous all so you get get all 6 gems per level. And once you done with that Once you have gotten all the gems in every level you then have to once again replay the same levels over again in the new mode called N.Verted mode. In this mode you play through the exact same levels you just played 6-8 times each again but the level has a twist to it but that twist does not warrant playing 6-8 times again to get the 6 gems AGAIN. The placement of the boxes in this game is almost just a betting game to know where they are. Most of the time it’s in spots that you would never even see even if you move the camera. Once again to do not hate this game I think this game is great but the amount of requirements it takes to fully complete this game is way too much… Expand
  58. dimlucas
    Apr 11, 2021
    7
    This main story is absolutely worth a try especially if you are a Crash fan since the Playstation 1 era. But it does not feel as rewarding as its predecessors. But once you try to go for 100% completion the game falls short in terms of both enjoyment and meritocracy. If you're used to not relying on walkthroughs you're going to have a hard time with this game.

    Past Crash games required    This main story is absolutely worth a try especially if you are a Crash fan since the Playstation 1 era. But it does not feel as rewarding as its predecessors. But once you try to go for 100% completion the game falls short in terms of both enjoyment and meritocracy. If you're used to not relying on walkthroughs you're going to have a hard time with this game.

    Past Crash games required a certain skill level that you could build while playing the game. Some levels required extensive trial and error but overall you knew what you had to do and you enjoyed every part of the grinding process. In Crash 4, there's simply so much to do that you can quickly get distracted. NVerted mode, which is a fancy way of saying that you're playing the same levels in a mirror mode, feels bloated and old. The extra characters bring enjoyment but the fact that you can only use them on certain levels seems rather restrictive. The main story is easy, but 100% completion seems impossible if you want to keep your sanity. Getting all crates at most levels is unnecessarily hard. It like playing a Dark Souls version of Crash. Also getting the colored gems required for accessing bonus platforms is laughable. It's not about skill, it;s about luck or getting in the level designer's mind. Flashback tapes are way better if you want a reasonable challenge reminiscent of the past    … Expand
  59. Jason0507
    Dec 7, 2022
    3
    The games story is somewhat interesting and the use of the different maskes provides an element of fun gamplay. However, that is basically the only good things about this game. The story is dragged out and forces you to complete levels which do not develop the story at all. The level sometimes feel like than can take up to half an hour to complete. The game becomes more of a chore thanThe games story is somewhat interesting and the use of the different maskes provides an element of fun gamplay. However, that is basically the only good things about this game. The story is dragged out and forces you to complete levels which do not develop the story at all. The level sometimes feel like than can take up to half an hour to complete. The game becomes more of a chore than fun. Also the implementation of the LGBT characters is unnecessary. Kids play this game and they don't need this forced down than neck. After the first hour you will want to uninstall this game. There are much better games to spend your time playing.… Expand
  60. Celentanomolle
    Mar 10, 2022
    3
    This is a glitched trial and error, full of bug, awful hitboxes and terrible level design.
  61. ToxikVermin
    Apr 7, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game wants me to be a true fan so much so that it wanted me to abandone my wife for the 100% challenge. This game is for babies and I much rather play Gran Turismo 7 then this.… Expand
  62. hoviadko123
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    First when I saw the new designs for Crash, Coco and others, i didn't like them very much. More I played, more I liked them lol. Otherwise graphics are cool, map is also great (similar to Crash 1), a lot of unlockable outfits, great music, cool but difficult boss fights and story which takes place right after Crash 3. Awesome game.
  63. Thosevelvetygms
    Sep 12, 2022
    4
    Crash games are usually fun to play, but Crash Bandicoot 4 just isn't. This isn't Dark Souls, but apparently the devs forgot about that. What a complete, bitter disappointment for a longtime fan of the series.
  64. VanillaCone
    Oct 2, 2020
    3
    The game levels looks good, some new ideas are fresh but i think they doesn't fit crash universe.
    some levels look very similar to old games, sometimes i feel like i'm playing crash 2 again.
    the collectables are funny and difficult, i like it but i feel like are the same old mechanics, maybe specific challenges accordin to the level would be great. Not a great fan of the new desgin but    The game levels looks good, some new ideas are fresh but i think they doesn't fit crash universe.
    some levels look very similar to old games, sometimes i feel like i'm playing crash 2 again.
    the collectables are funny and difficult, i like it but i feel like are the same old mechanics, maybe specific challenges accordin to the level would be great.
    Not a great fan of the new desgin but I can live with some of them
    The bosses selection, should be more diverse and also some mechanics looks like a remaster ideas for the past games.
    My main problem is that the game looks more fun when someone is playing it and I don't know why, maybe the mechanics, maybe it's me.

    I think if no matter the game is good or bad we should give our honest points of view and don't go to the extremes to put a 0 or a 10, if you like a videogame the critic will help a lot to the next development team    … Expand
  65. Pakso
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    I absolutely loved it.
    It aged amazingly, since it isn’t as easy as the first 3 games.
    Very challenging even for an adult (especially if you’re going for the platinum trophy). The level design is wonderful to say the least. The villains are perfect. The gameplay is hella smooth! The main characters aren’t that interesting if I’m being totally honest. Crash is still cool, but the new    I absolutely loved it.
    It aged amazingly, since it isn’t as easy as the first 3 games.
    Very challenging even for an adult (especially if you’re going for the platinum trophy).
    The level design is wonderful to say the least.
    The villains are perfect.
    The gameplay is hella smooth!
    The main characters aren’t that interesting if I’m being totally honest. Crash is still cool, but the new character that they introduced (Tawna), it seemed like they were trying to push an agenda through her.
    I can definitely say that I’m not disappointed after 22 years of waiting.
    Highly recommend it.    … Expand
  66. saviking
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    Brilliant long awaited game! There are some changes in controls and design, but they are okay. Loads of content, nice level design, but a little bit forced in difficulty. Still it is truly 9/10. Waiting for Crash 5
  67. getrwuegyweh
    Oct 8, 2020
    5
    I have completed this game, here are my thoughts, and I will keep it short and easy to read.

    Graphics - 9/10 - One of the best looking Crash Games visually. Controls - 3/10 - The controls are just really poor and inaccurate, most noticeable when jumping, or playing as Tawna or Dingodile when trying to use their powers. The controls are clunky and way too in-precise. Music - 5/10 -    I have completed this game, here are my thoughts, and I will keep it short and easy to read.

    Graphics - 9/10 - One of the best looking Crash Games visually.

    Controls - 3/10 - The controls are just really poor and inaccurate, most noticeable when jumping, or playing as Tawna or Dingodile when trying to use their powers. The controls are clunky and way too in-precise.

    Music - 5/10 - The music isn't fantastic, and nothing really memorable. Parts sound like a typical Crash game, but the vast majority is forgettable. It's not bad, just not good.

    Story - 6/10 - The story is decent, but incredibly short. Has a very interesting concept but isn't really touched upon, thus leaving way too many questions for fans.

    Levels - 3/10 - Unlike the original Crash games, these levels are significantly longer, with no way to ease in for newer players, you're thrown into the deep end from the get-go. The majority of the levels feel just as complex and some even significantly harder than the infamous Stormy Ascent. Stormy Ascent is easier than most of the levels in Crash 4.

    Level Design - 5/10 - The actual design of the levels are quite nice, yet the flow of the levels are ruined by how much backtracking you have to do for hidden crates... and I'm not talking about just one level, it's every level, having an off-screen crate you have to either guess is there, or look up a guide.

    Level Variety - 2/10 - This is where shorter levels would've been better. The length of the levels ends up cramming 3,4,5 types of typical crash levels into one, then repeating this for 3 levels in a row, making it feel like the exact same level over and over. The levels should all have been shorter but more levels overall. Just by cutting up each level into 2,3,4 individual levels.

    Menu - 4/10 - The menu/Warp Screen to go level to level is the same as Crash 1, you have to walk, wait, walk, wait, to get to each level which is tedious and boring. However, you can open the options menu and select your level of choice that way, but it's never made clear

    Boss Fights - 9/10 - One of the few parts I really enjoyed. The boss fights felt tough, but rewarding to complete. Constantly thinking on your toes as to what's happening next, and incredibly difficult. The dodgy controls do let the boss fights down just a tiny bit. But the boss fights should be the hardest parts of this game... the boss fights in this game however, are some of the easiest levels despite being quite difficult on their own.

    Camera - 0/10 - This is getting it's own category. THE CAMERA ANGLES ON THIS GAME ARE AWFUL! You'll notice from the very start, in comparison to the original three games, this games camera is much further away from Crash, making distances harder to judge. Additionally, it randomly locks onto things in the air sometimes, meaning you cannot see whatsoever what's under you. The camera is awful.

    Fun - 2/10 - This game really doesn't strike the 'fun' part for me at all. Sure, starting up the game, playing the first level, it was fun. Then you realise that it gets incredibly repetitive, lazily designed, poor controls, just an all round boring and annoying experience.

    Overall - 5/10 - I'm fine with difficult games, but this game really needed to maybe take another year in development. Split those long levels up into two or three levels, fix how dodgy the controls are, and ultimately, make it FUN.

    Final note. I'm beyond disappointed in this. It's the first Crash Game I have ever considered selling. I personally do not see any replay value in this game whatsoever. Sure, there's relics etc... but I'd much rather spend my time on a game made well, than this game where the devs have tried to make you fail at every step of the way.    … Expand
  68. Epic-jakeyo
    Oct 3, 2020
    8
    A long awaited return, they've done an amazing job and I cant wait to see future games. Be warned though this game is VERY challenging in places, I've been playing crash over 20 years and this has be tearing my hair out in places. This is the first crash game I haven't platinumed and the huge difficulty spike will kill any sort of replayability for 90% of players. By the final credits IA long awaited return, they've done an amazing job and I cant wait to see future games. Be warned though this game is VERY challenging in places, I've been playing crash over 20 years and this has be tearing my hair out in places. This is the first crash game I haven't platinumed and the huge difficulty spike will kill any sort of replayability for 90% of players. By the final credits I had had enough and wasn't interested in playing through again. It's that hard.… Expand
  69. X-men1995Fringe
    Oct 5, 2020
    4
    Hi, first of All I played every single Crash game there is on every consoles/Handhelds (Yes, even that sh*t "Boom Bang") so I consider myself (25 years old) a Crash Veteran.

    But hell even though "It is about time" is a good game, to me it doesnt feel like proper sequel crash game... first of all I love stupid childish humor, but in this game to me it seem too much childish and not funny    Hi, first of All I played every single Crash game there is on every consoles/Handhelds (Yes, even that sh*t "Boom Bang") so I consider myself (25 years old) a Crash Veteran.

    But hell even though "It is about time" is a good game, to me it doesnt feel like proper sequel crash game... first of all I love stupid childish humor, but in this game to me it seem too much childish and not funny at all... (Well there are some exceptions - Dingodile :-). The map system from frist game I was never a fan of, I much prefer Crash 2 and 3 portals system... but these are jsut minor things, what I truly hate is that the game is hard as hell (Trophies even more!) but not in a fun way like Crash 1 but realy frustrating a lot of times, my little sister couldnt even completed the second level without my help and was sad with even with my help she wasnt able to collect all the boxes ! I thought the game was made for everyone not just for hardcore gamers ?! Box placements is a joke, but a bad one, the amount of them in some levels is also crazy and box placements in those sliding sections is pure hell if you want to do the no N-Sanely Perfect no death challenge. Sound design is very bland and uninspirative, even the sound of Wumpa fruits pick up isnt what it used to be. Character designs I still dont like, but I got used to it but the whole aesthetic of the game is what bothers me a lot, the graphics are too simplistic and Fortnite-like, colors are too much saturated for my eyes (I have literally had to tune down my TV Contrast to be able to play) also the boxes lot of times just blend in with the enviroments and is much more hard to find just because of that. The level designs some are good but most of them feels too much narrow to my taste, and second routhes are sometimes also too hard to see where you can go and where you just fall to your death. The masks I actually enjoys but sometimes is the only focus of the levels, to me it feels like they tried to put so much new content that they forget about simple but well made platforming. Look in OG trilogy we got only jump/double, Crouch/slide, Spin/4xtimes (plus Wumpazooka) And everybody loved it, I still enjoyed and prefer the Trilogy over Crash 4 IAT. I hope we well get a Bash,WotC and Twinsanity Remakes from VV after this game    … Expand
  70. andoni_galicia
    Oct 13, 2020
    2
    Here speaking a big Crash fan...

    Please guys, do not waste your time and money in this piece of **** This is one of the worst crash games ever, if you are a fan of the classic trilogy, keep playing the n sane trilogy. A disaster design of difficult, map obstacles and enemies is in disguise by a beautiful mask. And talking about masks... what a good idea bad executed... masks are very    Here speaking a big Crash fan...

    Please guys, do not waste your time and money in this piece of **** This is one of the worst crash games ever, if you are a fan of the classic trilogy, keep playing the n sane trilogy. A disaster design of difficult, map obstacles and enemies is in disguise by a beautiful mask. And talking about masks... what a good idea bad executed... masks are very disruptive and are not sugar playabale    … Expand
  71. Muawiya
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    crash games never cease to amaze,
    Awsome graphics
    Awsome world varaities,
    Awsome animations,
    Awsome characters,
    Awsome abilities,
    All levels are replayble with more fun and items,
    Crash has the lead now over mario games
  72. TimeTeller
    Oct 14, 2020
    0
    The mass praise for this uninspired cash-grab is a testament to the gullibility of casual gamers and blind sheep fanboys everywhere. This is just another product of the era of corporatized nostalgia we are currently living in, to compensate for a lack of need for originality in this out of control industry.

    What set N. Sane Trilogy apart from all of the other corporate cash-in remakes    The mass praise for this uninspired cash-grab is a testament to the gullibility of casual gamers and blind sheep fanboys everywhere. This is just another product of the era of corporatized nostalgia we are currently living in, to compensate for a lack of need for originality in this out of control industry.

    What set N. Sane Trilogy apart from all of the other corporate cash-in remakes recently is that Vicarious Visions was a studio that worked on post-Naughty Dog Crash Bandicoot titles back in the day, and they also respected the work of the original games enough (they were made in a time where making a game wasn't as simple as buying a premade sandbox from Epic Games!) to code their own engine from scratch that would suit the gameplay. This time around, the bumbling morons behind Skylanders and the disastrous Spyro Reignited Trilogy, Toys for Bob, are back to spit all over the orange marsupial's legacy.

    As previously mentioned, this dumpster fire is an Unreal Engine game like 99.9% of all remakes of games that took ingenuity to make 20 years ago because it was not as simple as licensing an ugly looking, "hyper realistic" sandbox to make games back then. Because the idea for this "game" was made by not-quite-human suits who only care about brand recognition, you will be dealing with Unreal Engine's legendarily bad physics and uncanny, ugly Fortnite visuals. Ugliest visuals I have ever seen from a Crash Bandicoot game, thanks to the combined talents of Unreal Engine and the Toys for Bob art department's finest, this game looks weird, ugly, jarring even in comparison to far superior N. Sane Trilogy, and actually looks far worse than any of the Sierra-era Crash Bandicoot titles, as awful as they were.

    The only people praising this awful mess are casuals who likely chose this as their first Crash Bandicoot game, blind fanboys who worship the name, and "le funny XD" memers. The franchise had a good run back in the day, but unfortunately it has become trendy to parade around Eldritch-style effigies of old gaming icons. If you have a functioning brain, you will stay as far away from this assembly line trash as possible.    … Expand
  73. Marettos97
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing game!!!!!!!!!! I love it . Im glad to play this gem !!!!!!!!!!!!
  74. oiGlow
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The story , the gameplay, is just a masterpiece, loved it , everything is new and that’s what makes it even better
  75. TakeoverXL
    Oct 3, 2020
    2
    Not much more than a relic of a bygone era. This game shows why there haven’t been any new Crash games for years until the N. Sane Trilogy.
  76. MrNick7
    Oct 5, 2020
    6
    This is the second attempt to create a sequel for the original Crash Bandicoot trilogy, and while Wrath of Cortex suffered from mediocre reviews, I don't think that It's About Time performed any better.

    ----- PROS: GRAPHICS - The game looks really good, while still maintaining the feel of the original trilogy on PS1. LEVEL DESIGN - If you're ignoring the collectibles, the    This is the second attempt to create a sequel for the original Crash Bandicoot trilogy, and while Wrath of Cortex suffered from mediocre reviews, I don't think that It's About Time performed any better.

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    PROS:

    GRAPHICS - The game looks really good, while still maintaining the feel of the original trilogy on PS1.

    LEVEL DESIGN - If you're ignoring the collectibles, the levels are laid out very well. There's a good amount of challenge, but nothing feels too difficult to overcome with some practice.

    SHADOW MARKER - The new shadow underneath the characters is a welcome addition, as it aids in safely making the longer, more precise jumps.

    RAIL GRINDING - While being quite challenging at times (especially when trying to collect items), the new rail grinding mechanic was fun. I enjoyed the fast-paced gameplay, and felt rewarded when I was able to get through the entire area with all the boxes.

    LOYALTY - The game pays generous homage to the original trilogy throughout the level designs. It often felt like a proper sequel.

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    CONS:

    LONG LEVELS - The new N.Sanely Perfect Relic collectible requires you to complete the levels without dying, while also collecting all the boxes. With levels that are sometimes twice as long as in the original trilogy, and areas that rival the hardest levels in the first game, this makes collecting everything a near impossibility.

    HIDDEN BOXES - Boxes are repeatedly hidden entirely out of sight, and require a multitude of replays of the already super-long levels. The original games had some hidden items and secret paths, but every level in this game has something hidden. More often than not, you'll be jumping above the top of the screen or attempting dangerous blind jumps, desperately searching for these hidden items.

    PADDED GAMEPLAY - Half of the gems are obtained by re-completing every level, while also re-collecting everything, all over again. These levels are inverted (layouts are flipped horizontally), and feature different, artistic coloring effects, which can help make boxes and platforms stand out. While interesting, the game mode doesn't offer enough incentive to completely redo everything you just did, especially on the harder levels, which likely will have already given you extensive headaches.

    POOR CAMERA ANGLES - The problem often shows up when you're rail grinding, but can also be a problem when trying to aim the precise jumps that are higher up. It seems the developer was trying to make these situations more difficult by doing so.

    NON-EXISTENT CHARACTERS - I don't understand why they would completely exclude Tiny Tiger, who has been a main-stay henchman for Cortex since the second installment. Uka-Uka, the super-villain of Warped, is shown briefly at the beginning, but is completely forgotten about afterwards. Even Aku-Aku was used extremely sparingly, in favour of the new elemental masks.

    LONG LOAD SCREENS - Normally, I'm not too bothered with loading screens, but when this game depends on perfect, no-death runs through levels, collecting everything along the way, you're going to have to restart the level over a lot. Every time you restart, it reloads the whole level, which the original PS1 games didn't even struggle with.

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    TIPS:
    - I found that the game controls much better when using the D-Pad instead of the analog stick, especially when you're riding animals through the levels.
    - I would recommend leaving the side-levels (with the other playable characters) until you can do them all at once. Each character has a distinct jumping mechanic, which requires different button combinations to pull off. When you keep switching back-and-forth, you're bound to suffer multiple deaths by mixing up the controls.

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    Overall, I enjoyed many aspects of It's About Time, but when I'm playing a collect-a-thon, I would at least like a fighting chance to obtain everything. I've replayed Crash 2 & 3 many times, and while certain things were difficult, I never felt like it was impossible to fully complete the game.

    I found the story was just okay. It kept the game moving, and made some reference to the older games, but also felt a little rushed at times. I also think it failed to properly flesh out the new elemental masks, which were a major focus of the game.

    The new masks added some variability to the levels, but the game depends on them a little too much, in an effort to increase the difficulty.

    I did run into some glitches/bugs, but nothing that greatly affected gameplay or ruined the experience.

    While a ton of effort was clearly put in to create the very extensive levels, with beautiful and clever designs, the experience still feels very padded. I don't think this should have been a full-priced game, and most people likely won't be able to get the full value out of it. I really wanted to love this game, but it ended up being much weaker than its predecessors. Maybe pick it up when it's on sale.    … Expand
  77. Snagfat
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    Awesome! This game put a big smile on my face and had me cursing and laughing in equal amounts as I died many many times on the first few levels. The graphics are great, the game play is smooth and the new mechanics are actually fun and critical to success. This feels like Crash and if you enjoyed the first 3 games you will feel right at home with this one.

    The game obviously has tons    Awesome! This game put a big smile on my face and had me cursing and laughing in equal amounts as I died many many times on the first few levels. The graphics are great, the game play is smooth and the new mechanics are actually fun and critical to success. This feels like Crash and if you enjoyed the first 3 games you will feel right at home with this one.

    The game obviously has tons of replay value as boxes are hidden in clever locations, secret gems can be found in subtle intractable objects and levels can be played with different goals in mind (time trials, get all the fruit, get all the boxes, only 3 deaths etc.) As an experienced crash player, it will still take me lots of time and effort to 100% this game. Overall I couldn't be more pleased with my purchase.

    I only have three minor critiques
    1.) The music is good but not nearly as memorable as the originals.
    2.) Each island has a specific environment and art style that is repeated for every level on that island.
    3.) I have yet to unlock any costumes as they appear to be gained by getting 5 gems from a level. I would like to be able to enjoy a couple costumes during my initial play through.

    Please buy this game at full price and support Toys for Bob who has obviously put tons of love into every aspect of this game. We need more developers like them. Also, great first week sales will maybe convince Activision to tone back the micro transactions in future games.    … Expand
  78. Ytrerio
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    Staying true to the classics while introducing new modern game design elsments.
  79. macattack11
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    This game has fantastic design, unbelievable replay-ability, incredible sound and is a fantastic continuation of the series. Crash is back!
  80. videogamefan64
    Jan 1, 2021
    8
    12 years we have been waiting for a new crash, some would argue far longer than that. However what can't be argued is that is now back with a game that can stand proudly against the naughty dog games and the very best of the genre. The artstyle while not what I associate with crash is really beautiful and bring vibes of rayman legends which being compared to is never a bad thing. The12 years we have been waiting for a new crash, some would argue far longer than that. However what can't be argued is that is now back with a game that can stand proudly against the naughty dog games and the very best of the genre. The artstyle while not what I associate with crash is really beautiful and bring vibes of rayman legends which being compared to is never a bad thing. The soundtrack is decent, not as good as the originals or many other crash games however they prove enjoyable while playing but not much beyond that (I liked how Cortex's theme was incorporated in all his levels tho). As for the gameplay it is a good as ever. The double jump is added to crash's standard moveset from the start allowing the game to be designed around it. He handles like a dream in these brilliant levels that really test your skills. This is easily the hardest game in the series but it's always fair. The game takes the level philosophy of mario where each level introduces its own gimmick and it is iterated on throughout the stage. Whether it be a pirate ship, a jaunt over rooftops above a festival or the prehistoric era every level has it's own sense of style and at it's very best tropical freeze one of the best platformers of all time comes to mind. The 4 masks also add to the gameplay variety in stages as at certain intervals you can phase objects in or out or slow down time or flip gravity. These add depth and puzzle like elements that fit's incredibly well with standard crash fair. the vehicles are massively turned down in this game as there are only 4 of them and they only appear once or twice each and only as sections of a level not a full level . The devs were confident in there platforming design and that the masks would create enough variety to keep the game fresh and I'm glad to say they nailed it. Replacing full vehicle levels are new playable characters in Tawna,Cortex and dingodile, all of which have 5 or 6 levels each. They break up the gameplay nicely as they all play very differently from crash and the good news for people who want pure crash action is that only one level with each character is required to beat the game. One thing that I didn't like however is after playing one of these characters sections you have to playthrough part of a level you already played as crash with slightly different box placement, which I personally found like a waste of time even if they are fun to bounce around in. The bosses are all well designed and fun to fight to that beating them down is fun from beginning to end. The game is packed with extra content with each level having 12 gems relics and the ridiculous perfect relics. Needless to say if your a crash fan like me you will be kept busy for a long time. The remakes where the groundwork but with this game crash can scream he's back and he isn't going away again any time soon.… Expand
  81. diLesnock
    Sep 1, 2021
    8
    The good:
    -Wide range of diverse and creative well implemented platform elements perfectly reimagining an old classic;
    -Amazing boss fights; -Challenging to the right level (at most); -Beautiful environmental art; -Huge replayability value. The bad: -Difficult spikes are frustrating at times even for already experienced players. -Too many hidden boxes makes it hard to complete    The good:
    -Wide range of diverse and creative well implemented platform elements perfectly reimagining an old classic;
    -Amazing boss fights;
    -Challenging to the right level (at most);
    -Beautiful environmental art;
    -Huge replayability value.

    The bad:
    -Difficult spikes are frustrating at times even for already experienced players.
    -Too many hidden boxes makes it hard to complete 100% of a level in an unpleasant way.

    Other:
    -From a person who platinumed the trilogy remaster I was looking forward to have 106% achievement on this one as well. Unfortunately this Platinum is insanely difficult. In summary you have to beat every level twice without dying. Once for the Perfect relic which includes destroying all crates, and a second time for the platinum time trials which by the way is more difficult than any of the original titles. Overall is kinda discouraging to be a completionist in this fourth installment.    … Expand
  82. ebarboas10
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Few things to be improved. Just the best crash game in history. Toys for Bob took the best of the series and made it a masterpiece.
  83. Sebashdm
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    El juego es lo máximos , es todo lo que los fans esperábamos como una secuela directa de crash , se siente crash en todo momento, es divertido , ofrece horas de diversión para jugar con la familia y amigos .. la verdad estoy 100% satisfechos y poco apoco crash va evolucionando!! Gracias toys for bobs.. no esperaba menos de ustedes.
  84. jesterthebest
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    best platforming game i have ever seen .. i cannot find any game close to it
  85. Fakuguaf
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    La verdad, digno sucesor de la trilogía original, no como el crash 4 original, ese si que era malo
  86. PirataBGamer
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    La verdad estaba exceptico, no porqué luciera mal, sí no por el historial qué ha tenido nuestro marsupial favorito pero que grata sorpresa me lleve cuando me di cuenta que estaba ante la digna secuela de la trilogia original, un juego digno de elogios, me atrevo a decir que es el mejor juego de Crash Bandicoot hasta la fecha, sin duda una obra maestra del plataformeo. 10-10
  87. Juananrey
    Oct 14, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Main complaint: yet another example of making games artificially lengthier for no reason

    Pros:
    - Crash and the new concept for masks feels fresh and overall the control is quite OK
    - The tapes concept is a good idea too
    - The game aesthetic is beautiful and keeps the bandicoot essence

    Cons:
    - Achieve 100% of the boxes is absurdly difficult. There are always a couple hidden for no reason.
    - The inverted gems is a joke to make it more replayable I guess
    - Checkpoints ubication is mostly terrible: either too close or too far
    - The levels are so large and full of meaningless dialogs.
    - Last but not least: there is absolutely no point on manually restart a level when you have checked no checkpoints for achieving the tape (0 deaths) or the 3 death gem. Your death counter increases and when you manually restart it takes around 30 seconds. Come on, I’m restarting the level, keep it in the freaking cache or something, holly molly.    … Expand
  88. abugaming
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Good game a true sequel, i love they made the cutscenes. The diffculty was the best thing ever!
  89. Holifujoshi99
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    me hubiese encantado ver este juego con los diseños del Crash de carros, coco tiene un cuerpo muy extraño y ella solía verse muy bonita.
    esperemos que pueda mejorar para el siguiente :)
  90. Captain_N
    Oct 7, 2020
    6
    I am going to review this from a completionist's angle

    While I've enjoyed the game for the most part, I feel the developers really phoned it in with a lot of stuff. Like the utter chore it can be on some levels to find every single last crate. I don't mind exploring and keeping my eyes open for visual clues or little details at the corner of the eye but some levels just went too far    I am going to review this from a completionist's angle

    While I've enjoyed the game for the most part, I feel the developers really phoned it in with a lot of stuff.

    Like the utter chore it can be on some levels to find every single last crate. I don't mind exploring and keeping my eyes open for visual clues or little details at the corner of the eye but some levels just went too far with hiding stuff in obscene and really cheap places and blind angles.
    These are not fun to track down, they are tedious and will just force you to go through levels over and over hoping to find something new, like in Wolfenstein where you just run around and press every wall in the game hoping to find something.
    I also feel its really lazy that the side casts' levels will suddenly just cut off and make you repeat a large portion of another level you've already beaten with Crash. That's just lazy padding.
    And speaking of padding, making the player have to play through the very same identical level (Besides a filter and the level being mirrored) to get all the gems..... Why... Why would I want to do the exact same thing I just did but again... LIke its Ghouls'n Ghosts or something.

    I think the boiling point for me was at a later stage in the game where you have to ride on a creature and get ONE shot at hitting tons of crates along the way, accompanied by the worst ever hitboxes in the world. I is infuriating to do the box challenge on this level and you better pray that you didn't miss a single other box before that point.
    And if you are a mad enough person to try and attempt this while doing the Perfect No death challenge then I think I'd rather just put a gun in my mouth.

    If this section had been at the start of the level, I could MAYBE have forgiven it but the fact that you first have to play through the whole level up to that last point before even getting a shot at it is inexcusably bad game design. They could have just separated the two part into two stages and the game would have been SO much better.
    Oh.. what's that?... it IS in 2 part... but you just have to do that horrendous last part TWICE.
    What in the world could any sane being be thinking?!

    In short
    The game is fun if you are just playing through it casually but trying to complete the challenges and you'll have a miserable time.
    Also, why is it that time trial challenges can be started over on a whim but restarting the actual level have to take up to 40 seconds?    … Expand
  91. Esk_koe
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    A truly deserved sequel to crash 3 warped, they maintaned the essence of crash bandicoot, and added some cool things, the levels looks amazing, and hard, so much cool content, nice design, not perfect, but is good, it was about time to a amazing crash bandicoot game.
  92. Karlmar
    Oct 4, 2020
    3
    Terribly frustrating game design that leans on the crutch of a infinite life mechanic. Which ultimately erodes what made crash a fun and challanging game in the first place. Art is okay music is mostly remix of classic songs but used in odd ways rather than as a call back to previous games. Poor input in locations and bad signaling of game design let's it down. Summary play n sane trilogy
  93. Kaioh
    Oct 7, 2020
    0
    My god this game is so obnoxious. Accoring to these devs every level should have disgusting difficulty spikes to annoy a player. I am a big fan of a troligy, but this **** is just enbearable. Also those hidden boxes on every single level - finding them without a guide (and some gems too) is nearly impossible, so if you bought this turd prepare for 154/155, 276/277 etc. But I won'tMy god this game is so obnoxious. Accoring to these devs every level should have disgusting difficulty spikes to annoy a player. I am a big fan of a troligy, but this **** is just enbearable. Also those hidden boxes on every single level - finding them without a guide (and some gems too) is nearly impossible, so if you bought this turd prepare for 154/155, 276/277 etc. But I won't recommend doing that unless you got it on sale.
    + nice graphics
    + variety
    + good story

    - too hard for a platformer
    - too long
    - too much of a reused content in already huge game.. WHY?    … Expand
  94. FutureCoco2021
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Este el Crash Bandicoot que los fans merecíamos como una secuela digna de la saga casi al nivel del de Naughty Dog. Hermosos los niveles, nuevos desafios, mas personajes jugables, gran jugablidad, solo no me gusta los rediseños de los personajes, prefiero los del Crash N.Sane Trilogy. Pero el juegos es perfecto
  95. Lukaslima182
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. História muito boa,com gráficos simplesmente maravilhosos,fases bem variadas,muito lindo o jogo,super recomendo… Expand
  96. RodriHernandez
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Graficos lindos, excelente jogabilidade, trilha sonora, lembra os anos 90 e os 3 primeiros.
  97. Zumnes
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    The perfect sequel to warped, I love this game challenge so much , hope to see crash 5 in a few years
  98. Wafflecocoa
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    Don't trust some of those perfect 10, they're only copy-paste the same review, if the game is so good, it should defend by itself.
    The game could be good, but you have to play the same levels like a 6 times
    I never undertand the propouse of the N.verted mode (i think the concept would look better on new stages intead the same) The tapes just are like a classic crash 1 Neo/Brio bonus but    Don't trust some of those perfect 10, they're only copy-paste the same review, if the game is so good, it should defend by itself.
    The game could be good, but you have to play the same levels like a 6 times
    I never undertand the propouse of the N.verted mode (i think the concept would look better on new stages intead the same)
    The tapes just are like a classic crash 1 Neo/Brio bonus but longer
    Miss opportunity to put more skins to the other playable characters
    some levels have the same box placemente like in the past games.

    the game could be better but crash should be a little bit friendly for newcomers (for future costumers), I mean difficult is good for a veteran, but using tricks/power ups for those who need to learn how to play would be good    … Expand
  99. fancygaming
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    Let's wait for new game patches that fix:
    -Character Desgins to the ones from N.sane/Nitro (Tawna too :D)
    - down the difficult curve
    - fix the sluggish controls
    - port to pc & switch
    -Put some the classic characters (megumi, tiny, papu's, etc.)
  100. Chen123
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    one of the best crash games ever! and the most visually beautiful
    you can fell the care and love put in every single aspect of this game
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  1. Riot Pixels
    Jan 26, 2021
    70
    Toys for Bob's game is a welcome addition to the original trilogy, although you will hardly remember its levels or music. Crash Bandicoot 4 is two steps below the amazing Super Mario Odyssey and Yoshi’s Crafted World.
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  2. CD-Action
    Dec 18, 2020
    95
    I honestly did not expect such a stellar game. Crash Bandicoot 4 is breathtakingly beautiful, features an amazing soundtrack full of references to the original trilogy, offers tons of content, and thrilled me to bits with its brilliant level design. What’s more, it stayed true to its gameplay roots, while introducing loads of great new mechanics. For me it’s the game of the year. I salute you, Toys For Bob! [12/2020, p.58]
  3. Gamers' Temple
    Dec 18, 2020
    90
    Crash Bandicoot 4 is a worthy addition to the Crash legacy. It captures the spirit, fun, and challenge of the original games, and adds a lot more that genuinely makes the experience even better rather than simply padding out the gameplay. The game is certainly challenging and the levels could probably use a few more checkpoints, but the number in the game is truer to the spirit of the originals than modern gaming standards. A little perseverance will get you through the game, but it’s going to take a little work if you want to be a Crash completionist. Overall it’s a great platform game that perfectly blends the old and the new into a fun new experience.
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