Ratchet & Clank

 PlayStation 4
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2806 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 146 out of 2806
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  1. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    9
    Gameplay : 9 (It is combat feels very good for platformer and its skill tree is good and funy :))
    Arsenal : 9 (Love all my weapons :))
    Story : 9 (Good goofy story :))
  2. fernandopas
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    The key adjetive here is FUN! it doesn't matter if you're new to the series or a newcomer (such as myself), the gameplay has a bit of a retro feel that brings a little nostalgia to us older players, but it's still fresh and entertaining all the way. If you want a quick funny and entertaing time with your PS4, this is your game.
  3. superpyro296
    Nov 20, 2018
    8
    This is a really good game ! I spent around 14-15 hours to complete the campaign and I found a lot of variety in this game (it is not at all repetitive like other games). Here are a few pros:

    +: There are a lot of different weapons you can use and it's interesting to use them with strategy +: There are plenty of interesting puzzles in this game +: The controls, the pacing and the    This is a really good game ! I spent around 14-15 hours to complete the campaign and I found a lot of variety in this game (it is not at all repetitive like other games). Here are a few pros:

    +: There are a lot of different weapons you can use and it's interesting to use them with strategy
    +: There are plenty of interesting puzzles in this game
    +: The controls, the pacing and the gameplay

    Here are a few cons:
    -: Graphics are really simple and it doesn't look like a 2016 game (we can feel it's inspired from a PS2 game). However, it's not necessarly a con for everyone
    - The final boss is quite frustrating and way harder than anything before him (in my opinion). I'm a average skill player and I had to try at least 15 times to finally beat him

    Overall, it is a pretty good game that I recommend ! I also found the campaign length is highly acceptable.    … Expand
  4. Ivan975
    Aug 29, 2018
    9
    I was given a game of PlayStation plus and I put a cool nine I climbs out of the console 3 days 7 hours 9/10
  5. RipThememes0
    Nov 26, 2018
    9
    A classic game from the Playstation 2 era, Ratchet and Clank clashes into our PS4 hard drive in a moment of need. To be fair, not many games had caught my interest on PS4 until this game released. After a few amazing days hours, I found myself preferring this title to the PS2 counterparts. It's not a easy feat, but Insomniac Games pulled it off.
  6. Daniel2005
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    Phenomenal all around game! Upgrade system of weapons it s great ,grapfics are beatifull, must play for every Ratchet & Clank fan!
    Negatives :- TOO MUCH CUT CONTENT just so this game could fit with the useless movie
    -the game is running at 30 FPS.
    Overall 8.5/10
  7. LinkTriforce
    Apr 22, 2016
    10
    que juego tan maravilloso, despues de la muerte de crash a sony ya le hacia falta un juego de aventuras de este estilo me encanto, es el primer juego que juego de esta saga aunque no se si a parte de este hay otros juegos pero en pocas palabras, exelentes graficas, soundtrack bueno, gameblay maravilloso
  8. NeoconTom
    Aug 21, 2020
    9
    Ratchet & Clank PS4 is certainly not a replacement for Ratchet & Clank PS2, despite a few quality of life updates that do improve it over the original. While this is indeed a great game, as remake/re-telling of Ratchet & Clank PS2 game, it stumbles enough to not reach its full potential.
  9. joaopontesvaz
    Nov 2, 2016
    8
    Graphics: 9.5 Sound: 8.5 Gameplay: 8.2 Fun/Story: 8.0

    Insomniac did a great job with this remake. Great level design, perfect technical performance and nice gameplay. Seems a contemporary comics made by Pixar but playable.
  10. PeterAlexander
    Aug 14, 2018
    9
    The Ratchet and Clank reboot is entirely entertaining and worth playing. While the story isn't quite as engaging, it still manages to bring back the spark of the originals as well as innovate enough that it holds up as its own game.
  11. ULTRA_MARIO_10
    Jun 4, 2016
    9
    There is literally no doubt that this game is fantastic!
    Just like every other ratchet and clank game, this is just amazing.

    There are just way too many positives to put out so I'm not going to bother.

    But it does have some flaws.
  12. NJMC_
    Mar 12, 2018
    9
    Having never played a Ratchet and Clank game, I found this to be loads of fun.
  13. Aapocalypse34
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    I have never played another game in the series but decided to pick this up and I have to say I was not disappointed. The visuals are amazing, the gameplay far exceeded my expectations, the story and narration both top notch. I would really have to dig deep to find anything negative to say about this game.
  14. Alvokun
    Jul 24, 2018
    9
    This Ratchet and Clank is a reboot in the purest sense of the word, rather than a remastered version. And it is a very good reboot, indeed.

    As almost all the Ratchet and Clank games, it is story-wise and full of little jokes and comical moments. I have found the narrative framework a bit confusing at times, perhaps because it combines elements from the film and from the original game,    This Ratchet and Clank is a reboot in the purest sense of the word, rather than a remastered version. And it is a very good reboot, indeed.

    As almost all the Ratchet and Clank games, it is story-wise and full of little jokes and comical moments. I have found the narrative framework a bit confusing at times, perhaps because it combines elements from the film and from the original game, but this does not diminish the quality of the game at all in any case.

    Regarding gameplay, there is not much to say: it is addictive and easy to play, as all the games from the franchise. I played the original games on PS2 more than a decade ago, and I now feel that I used to enjoy them more than I do now. Still, I have enjoyed playing this one too, and I hope Insomniac keeps on developing new adventures for these two characters, probably the two most representative of the company.

    Some Ratchet and Clank have been shorter or even worse than others, but in general it is always a worth playing video game.    … Expand
  15. Kamikazeshocki
    Nov 9, 2017
    9
    I would give it an 8.6 so I rounded up. This game looks good in HDR and has quite the comic charm. It is not impressive but everything is just very good. Te levels, the humor, the characters, the extremely funny weapons, the graphics, the sound. I can recommend this action platfromer without regret for everyone
  16. RaFfr0
    Aug 28, 2017
    9
    This game is what a good game should be, fun as hell. Maybe it's not the best story, but everything is so fun, and the graphics look so great that playing it feel good. I honestly was expecting a little less, this was such a great surprise.
  17. Adubis27
    Mar 20, 2018
    9
    9.2/10, this game has such great gameplay, and never gets boring. I make my reviews really short but this is an easy recommendation.
  18. Chuzumaki
    May 10, 2016
    10
    Iconic return of platform greatness. Amazing graphic and the gameplay is smooth with excellent storyline. Hope more people can enjoy this game..
    FANTASTIC game - it is so refreshing to see an "E" rated game that is so well polished and fun to play! This is on par with Nintendo and Pixar - well done, we need more of this on Sony
  19. Unreal011
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    oh my goodness. Insomniac went and did it! They managed to take a flawless game and make it even better. I absolutely love what they did. It's brilliant
  20. kbis
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Este jogo é simplismente perfeito, estou no aguardo do proximo jogo, os quebra cabeça são demais e é muito divertido
  21. Cubansavage
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    Being a ratchet and clank fan since the very first game i was hype a new ratchet and clank game was coming on the ps4 wished it was a sequel and not a reboot but it was still enjoyable same ratchet and clank i enjoyed as a kid.
  22. yangfanhong
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    This game is simple and satisfying. Various sorts of weapons provide highly personalised game style.
  23. radaxsly
    May 27, 2020
    9
    Redoing the Ratchet & Clank franchise isn't something I like, but the re-imagined story-line works for me and sets up many possibilities even greater stories, however there were many instances when the mood and pacing is ruined by tie in scenes to the movie. This game feels like the movie, which was in it self not great. Where Ratchet and Clank takes the cake is the graphics and game-play;Redoing the Ratchet & Clank franchise isn't something I like, but the re-imagined story-line works for me and sets up many possibilities even greater stories, however there were many instances when the mood and pacing is ruined by tie in scenes to the movie. This game feels like the movie, which was in it self not great. Where Ratchet and Clank takes the cake is the graphics and game-play; the classic platformer, gun-galore is back and with the PS4 it looks better than ever. However characters do look a bit odd when you speak to them. If you don't like platforms, you clearly haven't played Ratchet and Clank yet.

    Graphics & Design 9; Audio 9; Controls & Gameplay 10
    Total: 9 - Great    … Expand
  24. GRimMjow-2882
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    a fun game with good story and unique weapons but the replayability isn't really high
  25. Roagie
    Apr 18, 2016
    10
    Very rarely do I play a game all day long... but that's what happened with this one. This game has a ton of personality, weapons, upgrades, tactics, and level variation. The attention to detail is astounding, from game play to level design to the graphics/assets. Incredible for exploration as well, with lots of secrets you have to hunt around for.
  26. Ghost-rebel117
    Apr 17, 2016
    10
    one of the best exclusive games for this generation(so far).It has great voice acting.It has great graphics.It has great weapons and gameplay.It has a great story and the fact that its being sold for £30 is a must have for anyone with a PS4.
  27. Goalzzz
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    Great game and wonderful rework to one of the best ps2 games of all time. Graphics was pixar like which was good. Hope they expand series on ps4 and pick up where they left off from crack in time.
  28. fusion_13
    Apr 21, 2016
    10
    After a long time without a proper Ratchet & Clank game i was waiting so long for this, and boy does it deliver.

    It feels just like the old PS2 R&C games which is more than i could've asked for. The humor is still there and at its best, gameplay is fun, smooth and feels great. Love the weapons and gadgets plus the upgrade system is great. The cutscenes are amazing and the graphics    After a long time without a proper Ratchet & Clank game i was waiting so long for this, and boy does it deliver.

    It feels just like the old PS2 R&C games which is more than i could've asked for. The humor is still there and at its best, gameplay is fun, smooth and feels great. Love the weapons and gadgets plus the upgrade system is great.

    The cutscenes are amazing and the graphics are outstanding, this game just looks beautiful. Seriously this game is so good that i forget its a remake/reboot. Insomniac and Nintendo are some of the few publishers that show not every game needs to be realistic and serious, it's the goofiness and colour that makes this game unique.

    Amazing job Insomniac i can't really fault this game.    … Expand
  29. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 20, 2016
    9
    Ratchet and Clank
    a Pixar movie come to life
    Ratchet and clank is a video games based off of a movie based off of a video game… A relaunch of the series and a reimagining of the original game from 2002 And honestly this 3d platformer slash 3rd person shooter is near perfect Ratchet and Clank will take you to 11 different planets, constantly changing up the environment to stop the game    Ratchet and Clank
    a Pixar movie come to life
    Ratchet and clank is a video games based off of a movie based off of a video game…
    A relaunch of the series and a reimagining of the original game from 2002
    And honestly this 3d platformer slash 3rd person shooter is near perfect
    Ratchet and Clank will take you to 11 different planets, constantly changing up the environment to stop the game from being stale..
    Every planet is just the right amount of open and just the right amount of linear...
    Some just straight up platforming... while others will have you diving, grinding rails... flying with a jet pack collecting brains from giant squid aliens... or completing races for a new gadget…
    each location also has a fair amount of variety in its enemies…
    and surprisingly enemies are addictive to kill thanks to the added rpg elements..
    As you progress through the game you’ll be able to buy new guns from the bolts that enemies drop…
    and to level these guns up you have to actually use them...
    Making each gun its own character..
    giving you incentive to try weapons out..
    This is by far the best way to level up weapons I’ve ever seen in a game period..
    As you level them up you’ll also unlock slots to spend raretaniium un to boost that weapons ammo capacity... damage range... collectible drop rates... among many other things..
    No 2 weapons have the same perks…
    and in 3d platformer fashion there are collectibles in this game...
    but these collectibles aren’t filler bull crap that many open world games like to throw in for padding…
    these collectibles like the golden bolts can unlock appearance changes and cheats that don’t effect trophies…
    and hollocards that if you collect all in a set will provide a boost in bolts, cards, or rareitanium drops…
    This leads to enemy encounters never feeling like a grind..
    This leveling up and item drops leaves you wanting more encounters with even more enemies…
    And after you complete the story you can play again in challenge mode, which is essentially a new game plus…
    The only downside to the game is really the story..
    The game is hilarious in moments... but for the most part this store of unsuspected heroes trying to save all of the planets from being destroyed never kept my attention…
    it felt like background noise of the awesomely addictive gameplay...
    While the story won’t keep you glued to the chair…
    the addictive gameplay and leveling up systems will...
    I give Ratchet and Clank
    a 9.0/10    … Expand
  30. Dazaphan
    Apr 27, 2017
    5
    After reading the reviews from metacritic I felt like I'm playing a different game, there is nothing more fun in this re imagination/ reboot then the original ps2 classic. This game runs in a shamelessly 30 Fps while having less planets,content, horrible writing, horrible story, and fun, I feel like insomniac forgot how to make a good game.
    Examples are:
    Cringeworthy dialogue that you    After reading the reviews from metacritic I felt like I'm playing a different game, there is nothing more fun in this re imagination/ reboot then the original ps2 classic. This game runs in a shamelessly 30 Fps while having less planets,content, horrible writing, horrible story, and fun, I feel like insomniac forgot how to make a good game.
    Examples are:
    Cringeworthy dialogue that you will hear repeatedly and just bare lines like "The bigger they are the harder they fall"
    Some cutscenes are stripped from the movie and some cutscenes looks like gmod gone wrong, there is no "life" or "magic" in this game
    Some cutscenes sometimes take 5 secs, loads, then 1 sec cutscene, then load, then actual gameplay
    The Story is everything you will think what will happen, no real plot twist...
    They never really execute the story in the game, they just summarized it
    You can barley hear some of the voice actors when they are talking!!!
    Gameplay is mostly fine, it's basically takes the newer games gameplay such as upgrading weapons and health bar by killing enemies,

    This game is the definition of play it safe and give me money game.
    If you want to play Ratchet and Clank. Play the ps2 version as it has a better and serious story, Better character development, good sense of adventure, ALOT more content and it's probably cheaper too.    … Expand
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#24 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#7 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#20 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 101 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 101
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 101
  3. Negative: 0 out of 101
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    70
    Ratchet & Clank looks and plays as well as it ever has. Fans will enjoy the nostalgic journey through familiar planets, while newcomers will appreciate the chaotic and creative weaponry. But for the ninth game in a franchise that built its name on unique weapons, it’s a shame that the arsenal just coasts on fan-favorites. Insomniac played it safe.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Jul 5, 2016
    79
    The only non-Nintendo 3D platformer to feel fresh in 2016, and the right way to remake. [June 2016, p.77]
  3. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2016
    85
    Insomniac Games did not just remake this classic platformer. They boldly bombarded it with ideas and then rebuilt it pixel by pixel using methods unknown 13 years ago. The result is magnificent. [06/2016, p.50]
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