Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy

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  1. ripperroo9977
    Jul 7, 2017
    10
    As someone who has had a lot of experience with the originals this a a great remaster in almost every way possible. The graphics are wonderful, the gameplay is just as great as I remember and the new stuff like coco being playable is a great addition. I highly recommend this game as if it does well we might get other games similar to this (please spyro) and that would be fantastic.
  2. Lkgomes
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    The gameplay of this remake is very nostalgic, phisics and feedback is very very looks like the original version of PS1. I'll recommend to everyone play this game!
  3. Ruffian
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Thank You Vicarious Visions for remaking this classic ... now will you buy this game already so that they could justify the sales and start working on Crash Team Racing and Crash Bash!
  4. RobYes92
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Does Crash Bandicoot hold up today against the plethora of modern gaming conventions and genres? No. It's simplistic style and gameplay tropes harken back to a time before one had to spend hours and hours grinding levels or finding ranked online matches. The Crash Bandicoot games were designed to be fun. To be challenging, yet accessible. To be the crowning achievement in the "Platforming"Does Crash Bandicoot hold up today against the plethora of modern gaming conventions and genres? No. It's simplistic style and gameplay tropes harken back to a time before one had to spend hours and hours grinding levels or finding ranked online matches. The Crash Bandicoot games were designed to be fun. To be challenging, yet accessible. To be the crowning achievement in the "Platforming" genre.

    Crash Bandicoot N Sane Trilogy stands as one of the best remasters ever brought into existence. It has it's flaws, sure, but these pale in comparison to the overall fun-factor. Anyone who gives this game below a 7 in their review is either too old to have ever played it in their childhood, or too young to fully appreciate what this pants-wearing marsupial did for the video game industry.

    TL;DR

    This game great. You buy now.    … Expand
  5. leepeixotto
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Best psone game now on my ps4, amazing as the quality is perfect, the gameplay remains original, excellent !! I recommend everyone, enjoy the nostalgia!!
  6. Ultron790
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    How does this push the nostalgia button so perfectly? After all, the original games have been available to download on PS3, Vita and even PSP for ages. Playing this remaster with family and friends, it *perfectly* recaptures the magic from 20 years ago, without reminding you how old it is! And the gameplay still holds up. I generally think remasters are an easy cash grab, but this isHow does this push the nostalgia button so perfectly? After all, the original games have been available to download on PS3, Vita and even PSP for ages. Playing this remaster with family and friends, it *perfectly* recaptures the magic from 20 years ago, without reminding you how old it is! And the gameplay still holds up. I generally think remasters are an easy cash grab, but this is whole-heartedly justified. N-Sanely good fun for everyone. 5 Stars.… Expand
  7. Alex_c
    Jul 2, 2017
    10
    As always, this place is full of people that just want to see a game sink for no reason at all....
    The game is great. Really great.
    it's built to resemble as much as possible the original trilogy in every aspect, with the addition of some nice bonuses. The graphic is stunning, the remastered soundtrack brings back a ton of memories. You'll find here people who say: - "but its too    As always, this place is full of people that just want to see a game sink for no reason at all....
    The game is great. Really great.
    it's built to resemble as much as possible the original trilogy in every aspect, with the addition of some nice bonuses.
    The graphic is stunning, the remastered soundtrack brings back a ton of memories.

    You'll find here people who say:
    - "but its too difficult!!!1!1!"......Those people obviously don't know that Crash (especially the first episode) is widely appreciated for being a really difficult and challenging game....so what's the problem if is difficult? That's exactly how it should be.
    - "but its only 30 fps!!!1!1!".....again, i'm playing the game since release day, and dear God, Who cares if its 30fps. Goddammit, the game is 100% enjoyable. Its not one of those games that needs 60 fps to work properly. It was meant to have 30fps at the beginning and its working perfectly with 30 fps now, so please. Learn to enjoy a game    … Expand
  8. Harkins1721
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Crash is back and in an amazing way. Crash was my first ever platformer for the PS1. Followed by Crash 2 and Crash 3 just making the series get better and better every time. It plays exactly like I remember it from 20 years ago minus the updated controls of course. Also they kept the difficulty of the games in check (at least as of now from the Day 1 version). Anyways highly recommendedCrash is back and in an amazing way. Crash was my first ever platformer for the PS1. Followed by Crash 2 and Crash 3 just making the series get better and better every time. It plays exactly like I remember it from 20 years ago minus the updated controls of course. Also they kept the difficulty of the games in check (at least as of now from the Day 1 version). Anyways highly recommended picking this up if you love a good platformer or just enjoy playing Crash the way he is meant to be played.… Expand
  9. SimonS91
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    An amazing flashback for those who fell in love with Naughty Dog's beloved marsupial all those years ago. Crash Bandicoot fans will love playing this game! Vicarious Visions hit the nail on the head with this one. This game is fantastic!! Go and get it NOW!!.......so we can get CTR & Spyro.
  10. ultimatesoll
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Yes. One of the most successful platformer title has returned with beautiful crisp graphics and well re-designed enhanced animations. The game is completely new in terms of build but exactly same with the original Crash trilogy.

    This remaster is may be a disappointment for some players since they "completely" copied the original one into the new one. Route, layouts, almost everything    Yes. One of the most successful platformer title has returned with beautiful crisp graphics and well re-designed enhanced animations. The game is completely new in terms of build but exactly same with the original Crash trilogy.

    This remaster is may be a disappointment for some players since they "completely" copied the original one into the new one. Route, layouts, almost everything is same. This is actually not that bad, after all, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a “remastered” title rather then remake. But i'd like to see some additional parts for the certain stages tho.. Yet there are still some minor additional contents are featured, such as: playing as Coco in some levels, Time Trials for previous Crash games. .

    This is a very well-mastered remaster of the original trilogy. It's a good chance for those never experienced the old fashion Crash before. Btw, the game is running at perfect 30fps which is quite good (i wish it was 60fps like Donkey Kong or Mario games, that would’ve been cool since almost all games are aiming this quality nowadays.) But well, not a big problem. The developing team tried their best to staying close to trilogy’s original form while using the new tones. All stages are kept their loyalty (even boxes are in exactly same layout..wow) This is easily one of the best-looking games of the year and the best “cartoonish” game by far. Colors are too brilliant and vivid, all sound effects and BG tunes are exactly same with their original counterparts .

    I have to applause both Sony and VV for this game, developers did a wonderful job and put a great effort on this. As an old-timer Crash fan, i highly recommending this game. Prepare yourself for dozens of hype moment. Play on.

    Pros:
    -Whole new looking-fresh game
    -Coco is playable
    - Time Trial modes for Crash 1 and 2
    -Graphics are gorgeous
    -Arranged audio and sound effects
    -Lots of nostalgia-memories

    Cons:
    - Loading times
    - Nothing is extra here, unlock nothing. So play only for fun
    -They could add original trilogy as an emulated one but it seems Vicarious Visions didn't bother with it.    … Expand
  11. Chillywilly23
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    There is stuff in here for gamers of all ages. The new intro isn't as good as the originals; but, the "Remaster Machine" during the Vicarious Visions portion is pretty funny when Crash goes through it. The voice is nowhere near as good as the originals though.
    The gameplay is well preserved and the graphics are like I remember them looking through my nostalgia goggles.
    The install size    There is stuff in here for gamers of all ages. The new intro isn't as good as the originals; but, the "Remaster Machine" during the Vicarious Visions portion is pretty funny when Crash goes through it. The voice is nowhere near as good as the originals though.
    The gameplay is well preserved and the graphics are like I remember them looking through my nostalgia goggles.
    The install size is 30GB, which is N Sanely high in my opinion; but, the first game is ready to play in less than 2 minutes and the other two games where installed by the time I wanted to switch--although, I wish Warped was first to install.
    It seems slightly harder to get jumps lined up (I was playing the original Warped on my PS3 at the time I heard about this remaster (I think it might be the slightly altered camera angles that throw me off)).
    The load times are obnoxious, though! Intro loading to game select, loading the game that you select, loading out of the hub world, loading into the level that you select, loading back into the hub world when done, loading out of the game back to the game select menu to switch games, loading into the game that you want to switch to, ect...seriously.
    It's kind of cool that you can play as Coco on any mission; but, it doesn't let Crash play Coco's missions (like the Tiger riding and Jet Ski missions in Warped).
    Fun and occasionally frustrating N Tertainment for the whole family.    … Expand
  12. supersonic1059
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    90's comeback with this almost perfect Crash Bandicoot Trilogy Remastered collection, and maybe with that, the return of the platforms adventure games. It's what your PS4 game collection needs.
  13. Reddrag0852
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Pure bliss.
    That's what it's like playing my entire childhood(excluding spyro) once again.
    The sounds, the familiar levels and much beloved character just satisfied every gaming need I have had this year. Bliss was soon replaced with searing agony and immense frustration as I failed over and over again. I have hemorrhoids and a hoarse voice now. I also relapsed and am now once again    Pure bliss.
    That's what it's like playing my entire childhood(excluding spyro) once again.
    The sounds, the familiar levels and much beloved character just satisfied every gaming need I have had this year.
    Bliss was soon replaced with searing agony and immense frustration as I failed over and over again.
    I have hemorrhoids and a hoarse voice now.
    I also relapsed and am now once again facing the deep dark hole that is alcoholism.
    Still totally worth it as this game is amazing.
    Crash is back!    … Expand
  14. Minge
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Nothing like re living ones childhood in glorious HD vicarious visions did a wonderful job in capturing what we loved as kids playing the original trilogy on PlayStation hardcore fun platforming!

    10/10
  15. omegamarx
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Poder volver a jugar al crash despues de tantos años con graficos de ultima generacion es algo que muchos estaban pidiendo desde hace tiempo y hoy se hace realidad. Aunque es divertido para todos creo que los que mas van a disfrutar el juego son los que lo hayan jugado en la clasica PS1.
  16. Tehvendon
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    This Crash Bandicoot game couldn't be more perfect, it's exactly the game I remember except the visuals are now stunning and everything has had a new life breathed into it. Naughty Dog has done it again!
  17. Unnamed_gamer
    Jun 30, 2017
    9
    Crash bandicoot: N sane trilogy its going to bring old memories
    And i love this games deal only for 40 Dollar maybe who plays crash bandicoot for him little bit Boring but still for who played this game in PS1 at least bring back memories and plays with much better graphics
    Graphics: vey great
    Sound of character against PS1 : not bad
    Gameplay: vey grea
    Total score: 8.75->9
    9/10
  18. lilweezy34
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Honestly been waiting for this since I seen the "crash to Activision sign" at Sonys e3 in 2014, and let me tell you I am not disappointed one bit !!!! Feels how I imagined it as a kid. Thank you Vicarious Visions. Lets get a fresh new Spyro cross over game!
  19. getrwuegyweh
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    Love it, Love it, Love it! Even with the difficult PS1 controls it's still a game much to be loved. Just as difficult as the originals but even better!
  20. Tola
    Jul 18, 2017
    8
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a full remaster of the original Crash Bandicoot trilogy on the PS1. Those games were the pinnacle of the platforming genre on Sony's first system especially the second and third games but do the remastered versions hold up today?

    The most noticeable change between the remasters and the originals are (obviously) the graphics. This game looks absolutely    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a full remaster of the original Crash Bandicoot trilogy on the PS1. Those games were the pinnacle of the platforming genre on Sony's first system especially the second and third games but do the remastered versions hold up today?

    The most noticeable change between the remasters and the originals are (obviously) the graphics. This game looks absolutely stunning. Vicarious Visions did an amazing job making the game look amazing whilst keeping the same flare and theme of the originals. The music has also been modernized very nicely even though there are a few levels where the music doesn't fit the mood of the level,but those instances are very sparse.
    Now lets talk about the most important part - the gameplay. In every game of this collection Crash and Coco have the exact same controls and animations meaning that you wont see a difference in jumping arcs and movement speed in all 3 games unlike the originals. Crash and Coco now feel a bit heavier to control than in the originals meaning that the characters will fall a lot faster during the jump than in the original. The game is making you be more precise with your jumps. This angered a lot of fans and critics even though, in my opinion, I see no problems with the new controls - yes the games are more difficult then the originals (except for Crash 1) due to the controls but i never felt like i died in the game because of them.
    However i do see a problem with the camera and hit detection. There were a lot of instances in all 3 games (ESPECIALLY in Crash 1) I had to take a leap of faith because i didn't know was i going to undershoot or overshoot the platform I was going to land on and caused me to lose a big number of lives. The hit detection can be questionable in some instances of the game. Sometimes you get hurt by the enemies that are clearly out of your reach and the same can be said about the opposite - you undershoot your jump (probably due to the depth perception) and the enemy gets killed anyways.

    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a beautiful remaster of the original games but unfortunately it falls short from being a masterpiece due to its infuriating shortcomings. Even with its problems, this game is still great and it's an absolute must have for any fan of the series and would still recommend it for anyone wanting an introduction to the world of Crash Bandicoot.    … Expand
  21. comradeHipo
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    Crash bandicoot the n.sane trilogy is pretty much the best purchase you can make on your ps4 at the time. for 40 bucks you get three excellent adventures, remastered to a point where it may just be the most beatiful triple a cartoonish platformer to date. my only problem with the collection is that crash warped downgrades driving controls, jet ski controls, and water levels to a pointCrash bandicoot the n.sane trilogy is pretty much the best purchase you can make on your ps4 at the time. for 40 bucks you get three excellent adventures, remastered to a point where it may just be the most beatiful triple a cartoonish platformer to date. my only problem with the collection is that crash warped downgrades driving controls, jet ski controls, and water levels to a point where it becomes a chore to play, especially for completionists. Still a great game though, much like
    the other two. At the end, crash is back, and better then ever. this is a must buy for everyone that owns a ps4    … Expand
  22. Memedream22
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    This game is just so good. Fun,platforming, nice controls, a decent difficulty curve (laughing at the one guy who thought it was dark souls hard) and some great designed levels worth the buy.

    Ps to the guy crying about the fact some people are giving it a ten get a life and learn that some people can enjoy things.
  23. MasterRiley
    Jul 30, 2017
    9
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a collection of really fun platformers that are not afraid to challenge new gamers. Many of the levels can be difficult to master, meaning practice and perfect timing are key to your success. The first game is the most basic yet most challenging. You only have a single jump and spin attack, making it more difficult to cross platforming gaps and defeatCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a collection of really fun platformers that are not afraid to challenge new gamers. Many of the levels can be difficult to master, meaning practice and perfect timing are key to your success. The first game is the most basic yet most challenging. You only have a single jump and spin attack, making it more difficult to cross platforming gaps and defeat enemies. This game focuses purely on platforming, with a variety of 3D linear and side scrolling levels. Crash 2 and especially 3 have more driving/flying/swimming levels that focus less on platforming and more on movement. You also have a slide mechanic, and in Crash 3 you earn a double jump and other features that make the games easier than the first. The graphics, sound effects, and music overall are really great. They are pretty faithful to the originals and create a really great atmosphere when playing the games. The main issues come from the outdated controls. Since these games are remakes, the controls are much like the original games. Platforming can be clunky sometimes making it hard to see where you are jumping. But overall the games are a lot of fun, and I would recommend them to anyone who likes platformers.… Expand
  24. nicorzF1
    May 19, 2018
    10
    Crash, Crash, Crash... amazing as on the past.

    Even though I haven't lived the 90s, when I was younger I played the 3 games and also Crash Team Racing on my dad's PS1 and I loved them. But when I knew a new Crash was going to be released (when we didn't knew if it was a remaster or not), I thought many incredible things that could happen. Crash 4 or a new CTR? Well, that wasn't right,    Crash, Crash, Crash... amazing as on the past.

    Even though I haven't lived the 90s, when I was younger I played the 3 games and also Crash Team Racing on my dad's PS1 and I loved them. But when I knew a new Crash was going to be released (when we didn't knew if it was a remaster or not), I thought many incredible things that could happen. Crash 4 or a new CTR? Well, that wasn't right, but what we got with Crash N-Sane Trilogy was a great remaster and something that gives us some chances about getting a brand new Crash Bandicoot game.    … Expand
  25. Quashal
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    Best psone game now on my ps4, amazing as the quality is perfect, the gameplay remains original, excellent. Best psone game now on my ps4, amazing as the quality is perfect, the gameplay remains original, excellent.
  26. BigDaveDanger
    Jul 23, 2017
    8
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a nice reminiscent return to classic platforming and even more so due to the with returning my childhood and my first ever played game, with frustration. With the retake on what the personality of the game is, it still thoroughly competes with today's platformers. There are some parts that will make you feel like the game is rushed like in someCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a nice reminiscent return to classic platforming and even more so due to the with returning my childhood and my first ever played game, with frustration. With the retake on what the personality of the game is, it still thoroughly competes with today's platformers. There are some parts that will make you feel like the game is rushed like in some circumstances, just having an object that could potentially crush me being on screen would actually result in myself getting crushed. Patches are definitely needed and in some ways, the game feels more personalised in its original state. The first game doesn't capture the magic nearly as much as the second and third game. The loading screens also help with that feeling. The simplicity of this game is what also helps the game.
    All in all the game has the struggle to behold when competing with the modern game, especially if you are looking for special defining and signature features. The sole reason why this game stands out is that of its cartoon like fashion. The game needs heavy patchwork and feels like even a week delay could have polished the hell out of the game and the first game holds back the trilogy but is still a polished game in itself. The experience is good for newcomers and people that are bitten by the nostalgia bug, just go into it for the character and personality of the game or if your just looking for something to relax to aside from the difficulty spikes in the game.    … Expand
  27. Inhuman56
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    An absolute incredible remastered version of the original 3 games. Activision and Vicarious Visions have done a fantastic job remastering them, the updated graphics alone are enough to wow compared to the original PS1 and PS2 versions, I spent just as much time admiring the visuals as i did playing the games. I had forgotten how many hours of my childhood I had spent playing these gamesAn absolute incredible remastered version of the original 3 games. Activision and Vicarious Visions have done a fantastic job remastering them, the updated graphics alone are enough to wow compared to the original PS1 and PS2 versions, I spent just as much time admiring the visuals as i did playing the games. I had forgotten how many hours of my childhood I had spent playing these games and I shall be spending a good many more defeating N. Cortex, Uka Uka once again.… Expand
  28. lewis1992
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is more than just a nostalgia trip - it's a beloved ground-up remake of three classic PS1 games aimed at gamers both old and new. Graphics are incredible at 4K resolution, gameplay is still excellent, yet some steep challenge still exists for avid gamers who are keen to seek every collectible, namely the gems and relics. While the updated jumping system mayCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is more than just a nostalgia trip - it's a beloved ground-up remake of three classic PS1 games aimed at gamers both old and new. Graphics are incredible at 4K resolution, gameplay is still excellent, yet some steep challenge still exists for avid gamers who are keen to seek every collectible, namely the gems and relics. While the updated jumping system may take some getting used to (due to collision boxes changing shape, leading to levels such as The High Road now becoming rather difficult), all of Crash's extra abilities from the 2nd and 3rd games return, with the added introduction of the Running Shoes in the 2nd game.

    On top of getting the full trilogy for an affordable price, the Lost Treasures DLC brings the previously-deleted "Stormy Ascent" level to life, offering significant challenge to even the most diehard of gamers.

    With fantastic boss battles and amazing remade soundtrack, this is a must buy for all PS4 owners and definitely a reason for others to buy a PS4 in the first place!

    [Game played for approx. 100 hours total, all trophies unlocked.]    … Expand
  29. dash383535
    Nov 30, 2017
    8
    Introduction: After many years of Activision neglect of the license know as Crash Bandicoot, the orange marsupial is back with his original 3 games, redone with a fresh coat of paint. The only problem is that Crash should have gotten more than just a paint job.

    Story: Not much to say here. The story is exactly the same as the original 3 games. The only difference is the updated    Introduction: After many years of Activision neglect of the license know as Crash Bandicoot, the orange marsupial is back with his original 3 games, redone with a fresh coat of paint. The only problem is that Crash should have gotten more than just a paint job.

    Story: Not much to say here. The story is exactly the same as the original 3 games. The only difference is the updated animation that really helps fleshes out the world of Crash Bandicoot. No complaints here.

    Gameplay: All your favorite mechanics from the old games are back as well. You will be jumping, sliding, and ground pounding your way through challenging platforming levels. Although something was changed in this updated version of the game. Crash uses the jumping physics of Crash 3 in ALL THREE GAMES! This can be a problem from levels in crash 1 & 2 that rely heavily on the jumping from the first two games. Levels like "The High Road" are a good example of a level that could be easily done in the original, that is hard as hell in the remake. The hit detection of platforms has also changed in the remakes. Edges of platforms are curved instead of being flat. Many time I would either slip off a platform or trip on the edge of a platform and die on the next jump. These sound like big complaints but they only affect a very small amount of levels and is not a reason to drop the score drastically. The last thing to note is the driving sections in Crash 3, THEY ARE GOD AWFUL. The turning is super stiff, that it's almost impossible to get first place in these level. The control for these sections needs to have a HEAVILY tune up in the control aspect. With all the complaints out of the way, nondriving/certain crash 1 & 2 levels aside, the controls work well and can provide a much need change to today games that are way too easy.

    Technical: The visuals look amazing. The animations, the bouncy, cartoony look all work well with the Crash universe.The updated soundtrack is great as well. Every track is great and really gets you in the mood to do some platforming.

    Final Thought: If you love Crash Bandicoot, the minor changes to the control won't bother you much as you will get used to it. The improved HD audio and visuals still make this collection the definitive version of Crash Bandicoot to come out to date. Besides a few level, you will have a fun time with this collection if you love platforms or loved the original Crash video games.    … Expand
  30. AdamHPerform
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Loved Crash Bandicoot as a kid, love it even more as an adult. Gorgeous graphics, great soundtrack, amazing character designs and good control handling. Just as I remembered it 20 years ago.
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 85
  3. Negative: 0 out of 85
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jul 3, 2018
    85
    Quotation forthcoming.
    Read full review
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Feb 8, 2018
    90
    Forget all your fears. The 3D platforming games of PlayStation legend have never looked or played better. [September 2017, p83]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 29, 2017
    80
    The trip to the past has been great and a famous reborn marsupial feels really good. Almost as good as you do when playing N. Sane Trilogy. [Issue#277]
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