Ratchet & Clank

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2806 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,290 out of 2806
  2. Mixed: 370 out of 2806
  3. Negative: 146 out of 2806
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. Richard4949
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    This is an amazing game. Great action and graphics. It was a bit hard and the puzzles suck imo, but this is the second best ratchet and clank game. Rift apart is the first
  2. infraRecon
    May 4, 2023
    9
    I finally get to do a review after all these years. Just for context, I have never played a Ratchet and Clank Game, not on the PS2, or PS3, this was my first Ratchet and Clank game and I gotta say, just amazing, across the board.

    Recently I started playing the older games after this one which I played a few years ago, which immediately brings me to the music. I know this review is    I finally get to do a review after all these years. Just for context, I have never played a Ratchet and Clank Game, not on the PS2, or PS3, this was my first Ratchet and Clank game and I gotta say, just amazing, across the board.

    Recently I started playing the older games after this one which I played a few years ago, which immediately brings me to the music. I know this review is wonky, so I'll get to the point.

    I like this game it's a 10/10 in every aspect, graphics gameplay, character visuals, story, and even the music, but that's why I'm doing this. I did some very expert research and it turns out the PS2 soundtrack is better than the new one for this game, so I was gonna give this game 10 but some elements of the PS2 game, very small elements make this game Incomplete, and close to perfect.

    Oh and also on the performance side Ratchet and Clank did break my PS4 on 2 occasions, so I'll factor that in as well in the rating.

    9/10, a Superb game for any new or existing player to get into the Ratchet and Clank universe.

    This review is late and most probably won't help anyone, but it's just for History's sake, to Gratify Insomniac for their Efforts on games recently, and In the past.    … Expand
  3. Thosevelvetygms
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    A wonderful combination of smooth platforming, satisfying gunplay, stunning visuals, and humor that always hits the mark. What a remake!
  4. buronizzz
    Oct 18, 2022
    9
    I guess I'm late to the party. This is an absolute gem. The graphics, the weapons, even the racing cars (this can be a bit irking if you are going for the trophies). But overall a really fun game.
  5. ME6ATURTLE
    Oct 27, 2022
    9
    Fantastic gameplay, story is meh. It’s good, but it’s just very different than the original game. If you’re new to the series, amazing game
  6. Epicmonster5600
    Dec 5, 2022
    9
    The first game I got on my ps4! Ah this game is great if you want something simple and fun with a really engaging story, fun combat and pretty graphics
  7. LT_Gruber
    Dec 9, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good example of a great action-adventure game.

    I really like adventure games in which you collect stuff, find hidden collectibles and buy upgrades. Combine this with some decent combat mechanics and some platforming and I am hooked up for hours. Ratchet and Clank is a game that does just that.

    I was always fan of the Ratchet and Clank series, so when this remaster for the PS4 came out, I immediately bought it.

    The story of the game is a little blend and cliché but not terrible. It gives clear directions on where to go next and you can backtrack and go on sideway paths whenever you like. The open world levels, that you can visit in every order you want, makes the game fun to play. You are not bound to a specific path and if you are like me, you complete all the side quests first and then continue with the main story.

    The graphics are fairly decent and a good upgrade from the original game. The framerate is good and keeps stable throughout the game, even with a lot of action on the screen.

    The sounds and music are quite nice and when playing in the background gives a calming feeling while you are exploring.

    The ton of collectible items like bolts, gold nuts and trading cards made me search every inch of the game. Combine this with some PlayStation trophies you can earn for collecting everything and there is nothing in the game that I haven’t seen or experienced.

    The upgrade mechanics are really cool and although Ratchet and Clank is not an RPG, it feels this way when you upgrade your weapons with specific upgrades that let you earn more bolts, cards or Raritanium.

    The combat mechanics and weapon selection are well done and switching to one of your other ridiculous weapons is made easy to understand. Combat feels fluent and fair, except for some homing attacks some enemies have, but this adds to the challenge. The weapons are all over the place like the “Groovitron” and the “Pixelator”. Ever want to see an enemy in 8 bits in a fully 3D environment or see a tank dance? In this game you can.

    The New Game + feature let’s you collect and upgrade everything you didn’t get around to the first time so you can complete the game anytime.

    There are some minor complaints from my end about the game like the unskippable cutscenes when interacting with some NPC’s and the Clank levels which I found really boring, but this is my personal experience.

    Overall, I really liked this game and would complete it again anytime. Definitely worthy for giving it a try.    … Expand
  8. Yellsirskii
    May 14, 2023
    9
    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
  9. TokyoGangR
    May 21, 2023
    9
    No miento me pase este juego 7 veces consecutivas, no dura mucho en realidad pero es buenísimo, en ningún momento me aburrí, me enganche como loco a esta joya, sus gráficos son buenísimos, tiene unas armas grandiosas, cada planeta tiene una personalidad única y muy bien diseñada, me encantó
  10. OrangeRood
    Jun 20, 2023
    9
    Great Game overall but i especially like the narration and the very diverse Gameplay. The game never felt repetitive.
  11. OGO16
    Jul 15, 2023
    9
    This game is one of the best gun games for me. It is full of ideas. I enjoyed it and it has a rating of 9.2 out of 10 and I want to finish it again on a hard level.
  12. MojoSmelz
    May 19, 2016
    8
    A lot of reviewers are throwing around the idea that this is the closest we will ever get to playing a game animated by Pixar, and in fairness, they are completely correct. It is a stunning game where every animation, big or small is bursting full of character.

    The game play is exactly the same as what fans of the series would expect. It plays beautifully with only a few frame rate    A lot of reviewers are throwing around the idea that this is the closest we will ever get to playing a game animated by Pixar, and in fairness, they are completely correct. It is a stunning game where every animation, big or small is bursting full of character.

    The game play is exactly the same as what fans of the series would expect. It plays beautifully with only a few frame rate hiccups, but given the sheer amount of particle effects on screen when all of the AOE guns are going off and rockets are flying in every direction it's a surprise that it doesn't chug even more than it does.

    The down side is that it feels short. and almost too heavily tied into the movie. Some cut scenes are directly taken from the movie and although not necessarily a problem with insomniac, they lack heart and rarely add anything interesting.    … Expand
  13. robinzvak
    May 16, 2017
    8
    Funny,beautiful game. 85% __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
  14. TheQuietGamer
    May 12, 2018
    8
    This is so much more than the 3D platformer with light collect-a-thon elements I thought it would be. Insomniac Games has crafted an action experience that makes this game just as much of a 3rd person shooter as the Gears of War series on Xbox systems (minus the cover mechanics). The explosive combat and surprisingly deep weapon upgrading systems allow the game to have wide-ranging appealThis is so much more than the 3D platformer with light collect-a-thon elements I thought it would be. Insomniac Games has crafted an action experience that makes this game just as much of a 3rd person shooter as the Gears of War series on Xbox systems (minus the cover mechanics). The explosive combat and surprisingly deep weapon upgrading systems allow the game to have wide-ranging appeal for gamers of any type. So despite the kid-friendly mien, this is so much more than mere children's game.

    The story in Ratchet & Clank has you traveling to several different, bright and colorful planets that look absolutely gorgeous. This is one of the prettiest games on the PS4 and the animation is stunning. Visually it's right up there with the best animated kid movies. The story is both a reimagining of the original R&C game as well as an expansion on the plot of the film adaptation. It's all serviceable, but I found no interest in the narrative as there seemed to be some missing details. Also I feel the majority of the humor falls flat. The actual laughs are few.

    Exploring each of the game's planets is a blast. The joy of discovery is real. Everything comes off as genuinely alien and otherworldly. I was instantly pulled into combing every nook and cranny for whatever the developer hid there. In a lot of ways this how Mass Effect: Andromeda should have felt. Of course fighting your way through stages makes up the majority of what you'll be doing here. Combat feels mostly great and fights are both frantic and energetic. I had a slight problem with how the lock on system is handled for certain weapons. Nothing that got in the way of my ability to shoot effectively, but it never quite felt like that aspect was programmed quite as well as it could/should of been. Platforming is spot-on and what few diversions there are offer nice breaks in the action.

    Insomniac has created a stellar sci-fi adventure that can be picked up and played by gamers of all ages. It offers enough depth and satisfying action to ensure that it appeals to older audiences while never being too complicated to prevent the younger players out there from picking up and having fun as well. It's a masterclass in adventure and hands down one of the PS4's best exclusives.

    8.8/10    … Expand
  15. tehgreg
    Apr 9, 2018
    8
    I've never played any previous games so I can't compare them.

    However, as my first game in the series I really enjoyed it. Cartoony graphics are beautiful, animations in the cutscenes are fantastic and I haven't noticed any frame rate drops. Audio is fine and the voice acting is really well done. Controls are very fluid, jumping sections don't require pixel precision from you    I've never played any previous games so I can't compare them.

    However, as my first game in the series I really enjoyed it.

    Cartoony graphics are beautiful, animations in the cutscenes are fantastic and I haven't noticed any frame rate drops.

    Audio is fine and the voice acting is really well done.

    Controls are very fluid, jumping sections don't require pixel precision from you and certain puzzles can be challenging at times.

    The only downside is that the game is pretty short but if you want to max it out there are some collectibles, optional objectives and upgrading to do. There's even a challenge mode to play through the game again but I didn't feel like doing that.    … Expand
  16. edstead
    May 7, 2016
    8
    Ratchet and Clank has always been a game that looks like the sort of game i'd enjoy, however I've never really got around to playing it. So when I saw this game was out I decided to finally pick it up, the current gen of consoles has been crying out for a great platformer and I was hoping this was it.

    Needless to say, it is exactly that, a great 3D platformer. Gorgeous graphics,    Ratchet and Clank has always been a game that looks like the sort of game i'd enjoy, however I've never really got around to playing it. So when I saw this game was out I decided to finally pick it up, the current gen of consoles has been crying out for a great platformer and I was hoping this was it.

    Needless to say, it is exactly that, a great 3D platformer. Gorgeous graphics, intuitive and easy to pick up controls, fast fluid (for the most part) gameplay, plenty of weapons with unique abilities, all full upgradeable. And each level has some level of replayability to.

    Having said that it does have a few minor downfalls for me. First and foremost is the flight controls. They are pretty clunky. The flight controls are on the left analogue rather than the right, and that's not something that can be changed in the options. On top of that they just feel more rigid than the rest. Everything else in the game feels so fluid and easy though, but because of that flight controls stick out as being weak.

    Replay-ability/hidden areas. This game does have replay-ability, there's the weapons to upgrade, the golden screws to collect and challenge mode. However my issue here is even the 'hidden areas' are marked on your map. The golden screws are the only real element of discovery within a level, and even then they're pretty easy to find on the most part.

    On the whole this game really is a great 3D platformer, and the best one i've played in a very long time on a non-nintendo console. It's just the points mentioned above for me that stop this from getting a 9/10 but it's a very solid 8.    … Expand
  17. Nathan1963
    Sep 1, 2016
    8
    That was my first R&C game,I really liked,gorgeous visuals,great gameplay and hilarious cast,I can't wait for the next game...................................................
  18. timmytime
    Nov 30, 2017
    8
    An astongishgly beautifutful game that bears its lineage all the way back to spyro on the PS1. Very varied levels. Some lements of combat get a bit repeitive but ovralll good
  19. Underpants158
    Apr 26, 2016
    8
    PROS:
    -Great Graphics
    -Variety of weapons that you can level up. -Fun 3rd person shooting with a decent amount of variety (hoverboard racing, grinding) and good game length at 13 hours or so. -If you like hidden collectibles it shouldn't even be a question that this game gots it. -Story and characters -action packed! -Mr. Zurkon kills stinky aliens. CONS: -Could use more variety    PROS:
    -Great Graphics
    -Variety of weapons that you can level up.
    -Fun 3rd person shooting with a decent amount of variety (hoverboard racing, grinding) and good game length at 13 hours or so.
    -If you like hidden collectibles it shouldn't even be a question that this game gots it.
    -Story and characters
    -action packed!
    -Mr. Zurkon kills stinky aliens.

    CONS:
    -Could use more variety of gameplay. Though I never got tired of shooting things.    … Expand
  20. Zidane_Mina
    Apr 13, 2016
    8
    This is the way a Remake/Reboot should be done, also, one of the best "movie-tie-in" games you will ever play. On its graphic department, Ratchet & Clank looks astonishing: the amount of color and life that was put into every level is a rare sight to behold nowadays, and it does not shy away in giving us vibrant colors and neon lights at every corner. Gameplay wise it feels like classicThis is the way a Remake/Reboot should be done, also, one of the best "movie-tie-in" games you will ever play. On its graphic department, Ratchet & Clank looks astonishing: the amount of color and life that was put into every level is a rare sight to behold nowadays, and it does not shy away in giving us vibrant colors and neon lights at every corner. Gameplay wise it feels like classic Ratchet & Clank, and that is certainly a good thing: rock solid controls, fun platforming, simple but satisfying puzzles. Levels are short, but long enough to give you plenty of action, and the later stages are so action packed that no matter how big of Ratchet's arsenal is, you feel you dont have enough firepower to overcome the gargantuan amount of folks comming your way, but when you do beat the stage is satisfying as always. Bosses are fun, story is good, filled with that special kind of humor that has always been a signature of the series. If you are a fan of these game series, its a must play, and if you are new to it: its a darn good starting point.… Expand
  21. chr1so
    Oct 4, 2021
    8
    In fairness I only played this 5 years after release.
    Was expecting a game just for kids but turned out to be decent.
    Decent graphics & the guns are all fun to play around with.
  22. Xevon
    Apr 14, 2016
    8
    My biggest concerns with the remake are in relation to story telling: It often felt like not enough time was spent introducing new characters or conveying to the player what exactly was going on. Despite this however, Ratchet & Clank is a class act remake/reboot of a consistently high quality other remakes should aspire to and is a ridiculously fun, pretty and even challenging adventureMy biggest concerns with the remake are in relation to story telling: It often felt like not enough time was spent introducing new characters or conveying to the player what exactly was going on. Despite this however, Ratchet & Clank is a class act remake/reboot of a consistently high quality other remakes should aspire to and is a ridiculously fun, pretty and even challenging adventure well suited to new players and series veterans alike.… Expand
  23. DreamCore
    Mar 19, 2017
    8
    8/10 because of the following flaws:

    * Too short
    * Too small/short/linear maps
    * Hoverboard races have cheating AI (rubber-banding)

    Overlooking the flaws, the gameplay is great and the graphics are awesome.
  24. ATTin
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    Story: 7 , Gameplay: 9, Graphics: 8. I don't like platformer game as much as other genres, but this one got my attention. The graphics are beautiful thanks to the textures and effects around the environment. The gameplay is fun and also challenging, there are a variety of weapons that you can use and some of them are so hilarious and so fun to use because the way they interact with theStory: 7 , Gameplay: 9, Graphics: 8. I don't like platformer game as much as other genres, but this one got my attention. The graphics are beautiful thanks to the textures and effects around the environment. The gameplay is fun and also challenging, there are a variety of weapons that you can use and some of them are so hilarious and so fun to use because the way they interact with the enemies which made the combat so interesting, the boss fights are also the strong point of this game and it's could be challenging when you play on a high difficulty. The story on the other hand is kinda... boring, but since this game is a remake, it's not a big issue, but i honestly wish they made a new game instead of remaking the original… Expand
  25. Palizoid
    Apr 23, 2016
    8
    I can honestly say I literally kept my ps4 for this game alone, and it delivered. Cannot recommend it enough. Feel like i am replaying my childhood. Only slight criticism is the graphics but it is a console game after all. Game play is awesome which makes up for this.
  26. thj1188
    May 24, 2016
    8
    A lot of fun really enjoyed it. First of the series I played fun for kids 8 and up and for the older gamer a decent challenge on higher difficulties. Points deducted for that under water sewer level that took me 9 attempts
  27. Kaioh
    Sep 9, 2017
    8
    Great example of sony exclusive platformer.
    + pretty graphics
    + well balanced sense of humour for both adults and kids + it's not short, don't listen to those who claim it is - 12 hrs for single p/t, 25 for plat + HUGE amount of weapon/upgrades variety; every gun is so unique and interesting + not so many side missions and yet they're rewarding Now for the weak sides. - racing and    Great example of sony exclusive platformer.
    + pretty graphics
    + well balanced sense of humour for both adults and kids
    + it's not short, don't listen to those who claim it is - 12 hrs for single p/t, 25 for plat
    + HUGE amount of weapon/upgrades variety; every gun is so unique and interesting
    + not so many side missions and yet they're rewarding

    Now for the weak sides.
    - racing and clank segments are annoying, threy're ruining the pace; some clank puzzles are hard for kids and you can't skip them like lockpicking
    - lockpicking puzzles are annoying too
    - time trial race on Rilgar was made by sadist (+ they didn't fixed "failing' bug for jumping boost yet)

    Overall it's a great game worth your time and money.    … Expand
  28. 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.
  29. AndreRLZ
    May 29, 2017
    8
    Un remake/reboot di un gioco che non ho mai giocato prima, ma che mi ha saputo intrattenere senza alcun problema dall'inizio alla fine. Il gioco é molto ben fatto a livello tecnico, sia visivo sia audio. Il gameplay é solido, molto frenetico soprattutto nella parte finale. Una caratteristica tanto rara quanto divertente é non solo il fatto di avere a disposizione una marea di armi tutte inUn remake/reboot di un gioco che non ho mai giocato prima, ma che mi ha saputo intrattenere senza alcun problema dall'inizio alla fine. Il gioco é molto ben fatto a livello tecnico, sia visivo sia audio. Il gameplay é solido, molto frenetico soprattutto nella parte finale. Una caratteristica tanto rara quanto divertente é non solo il fatto di avere a disposizione una marea di armi tutte in contemporanea, ma anche armi particolari e strane come il percorizzatore o la stupenda Pixelator HD : forse una delle armi migliori di sempre per quanto mi riguarda. Tutto quanto di bello c'é a livello artistico e di gameplay, va peró a scontrarsi con una componente narrativo estremamente blanda. La storia é raccontata in maniera troppo breve e in generale sembra quasi "una cosa in piú". Le battute dei personaggi a volte fanno sbellicare, ma spesso e volentieri avrei preferito scene un po' piú lunghe e dialoghi scritti meglio. Nel complesso titolo colorato, divertente, vivace e ben fatto. Ricchissimo anche di collezionabili di ogni tipo e di "lore" sulla saga. Consigliato a ogni appassionato di giochi d'azione in possesso di PS4 che ha voglia di un gioco leggero e simpatico. Certo, non é qualcosa per chi cerca un'esperienza seria!!… Expand
  30. MiracSpectac
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    A fun and exciting return for Ratchet & Clank. Though it doesn't really offer anything too unique in the realm of 3D platformers, it does everything very well.
Page:

Awards & Rankings

24
#24 Best PS4 Game of 2016
7
#7 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
20
#20 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
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.
    Read full review
  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]
See all critic reviews »