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  1. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Wooooow! Spettacolare non mi sarei mai aspettato fosse cosi bello. Il gameplay sembra molto profondo
  2. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    A masterpiece! Gameplay, gunplay super fun, insane beautiful visuals, never seen anything like this before! Rivet is adorable... My advice : play on hard difficulty, it is more challenge
  3. Aug 19, 2023
    9
    Excellent game. Great script, fun gameplay and amazing graphics. Maybe the only game of “new generation” so far.
  4. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    This is truly a next gen, from the graphics to the no loading between levels and switching between maps while playing. The only little nitpick is for me is some action you need to do are sometimes not very clear and a indicator that an enemy is behind me would have been nice, but this is just nitpicking. Thnx Insomniac for making very good games
  5. Jul 30, 2021
    9
    Creo que narrativamente puede dar mucho más de sí, pero es un derroche de creatividad, espectacularidad y buen hacer. Es simplemente un juego muy agradable y divertido de jugar, y lo más impresionante a nivel técnico que he visto en lo que va de generación.
  6. Jul 19, 2021
    9
    Spectacular game that really showcases the PS5 and DualSense and is just tons of fun to play. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay is smooth as butter, there's a huge variety of weapons, and the pacing is damn near perfect. My only complaints are the very low difficulty (I don't play a lot of shooters and I had to adjust the difficulty to "Very Hard" over the course of the game to getSpectacular game that really showcases the PS5 and DualSense and is just tons of fun to play. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay is smooth as butter, there's a huge variety of weapons, and the pacing is damn near perfect. My only complaints are the very low difficulty (I don't play a lot of shooters and I had to adjust the difficulty to "Very Hard" over the course of the game to get even a slight sense of challenge), some minor control quirks (e.g. being unable to switch off the hover boots mid-jump), the lack of enemy variety and memorable stand-out boss fights, and the servicable, but somewhat forgettable soundtrack.

    Overall, just a really well-rounded and polished experience that every PS5 owner should get.
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  7. Jun 15, 2021
    9
    Insomiac surpasses himself again, each installment that he makes of his games is one more step towards perfection, a game with a lot of charisma, personality, but above all made with a lot of love for the fans. Compulsory purchase for those who have a PS5.
  8. Jun 18, 2021
    9
    The best Ratchet & Clank game to date and a new Playstation 5 must play. Gameplay is fun and keeps introducing fresh ideas, with lots of weapons and traversal options. Instantly jumping between levels truly feels like a technical leap, one I hadn't felt in ages. It would be a 10 if it weren't for some minor flaws, namely its lenght (15h to get the platinum trophy) and the great thoughThe best Ratchet & Clank game to date and a new Playstation 5 must play. Gameplay is fun and keeps introducing fresh ideas, with lots of weapons and traversal options. Instantly jumping between levels truly feels like a technical leap, one I hadn't felt in ages. It would be a 10 if it weren't for some minor flaws, namely its lenght (15h to get the platinum trophy) and the great though predictable story. Fully recommended. Expand
  9. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is graphically eye pleasing, STUNNING, fun, and satisfying game, with a heart-warming story. This is one that all ages can truly enjoy, with lots of replayability! Highly recommend
  10. Feb 18, 2022
    9
    Querias un juego de pixar o dreamworks pues aqui lo tienes con los mejores escenarios next gen y eso apenas es el comienzo de playstation
  11. Oct 18, 2021
    9
    Gameplay and graphics are absolutely outstanding as they usually are for Ratchet & Clank games. Voice acting is great for the most part, and the animations are nearly perfect. The only tiny things that bother me is the "decent" story, "decent" writing, and the fact that Ratchet feels slightly overshadowed by Rivet. I would've liked at least one more planet with Ratchet, considering thatGameplay and graphics are absolutely outstanding as they usually are for Ratchet & Clank games. Voice acting is great for the most part, and the animations are nearly perfect. The only tiny things that bother me is the "decent" story, "decent" writing, and the fact that Ratchet feels slightly overshadowed by Rivet. I would've liked at least one more planet with Ratchet, considering that the game also feels barely shorter than most other Ratchet & Clank games. Other than those nitpicks, this is my personal GoTY and easily reaches my top 5 favorite games in the series. Expand
  12. Feb 6, 2022
    9
    Outstanding adventure with crazy weapons and levels. More dynamic, faster, better, even more fun sequel to original Rachet & Clank. Great game!
  13. Jun 15, 2021
    9
    This game is very fun ,it have good graphis and amazing performace but 60-80 € is so expencible for 12 hours of game.
  14. Jul 23, 2021
    9
    This game is, without a doubt, essential if you own a PS5. The visuals are just stunning. Perhaps the best looking game on PS5 so far with Demon's Souls. As of everything else, this game shines as well.

    The gameplay is tons of fan with incredibly good variety of weapons, great use of DualSense and way better abilities that make the gameplay tons of more fun than the other of the series.
    This game is, without a doubt, essential if you own a PS5. The visuals are just stunning. Perhaps the best looking game on PS5 so far with Demon's Souls. As of everything else, this game shines as well.

    The gameplay is tons of fan with incredibly good variety of weapons, great use of DualSense and way better abilities that make the gameplay tons of more fun than the other of the series.

    Also, for the fans of the explorers in games like me, I must say that it felt way more open to exploring and I loved that. But, this created another problem as well: Some bugs with textures, which are minor per se, but they is a fair amount of them. Bus don't appear only on exploring, but you experience them while playing in general. But, nothing is game breaking, and they are extremely minor in a sense where you don't mind at all.

    As of the story, it's simple and nothing special, but it's charming with some funny moments and characters.

    Another thing I want to point out specifically, because I found it as an amazing addition, are the mods and cosmetics Insomniac added if you collect side items making them way more important than just to 100%.

    To sum up, this game is one of the best games you will play on PS5 and it's essential.
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  15. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Классический геймплей Рэтчета по схеме run-and-gun, но только в новой, некстгеновой обработке. Отличные катсцены и персонажи, не уступающие крупным, современным мультфильмам. Не верьте слухам на счёт короткой продолжительности, 15-20 часов игра возьмёт. Если играть на легенде (рекомендую) то ещё больше.Классический геймплей Рэтчета по схеме run-and-gun, но только в новой, некстгеновой обработке. Отличные катсцены и персонажи, не уступающие крупным, современным мультфильмам. Не верьте слухам на счёт короткой продолжительности, 15-20 часов игра возьмёт. Если играть на легенде (рекомендую) то ещё больше.
  16. Mar 29, 2022
    9
    One of the best game in the series. I do wish that it had 2-3 more planets though.
  17. Jul 5, 2021
    9
    I love the R&C games, and this one is not a exception.
    It's a hella fun jump n run / 3rd person shooter with gorgeous Pixar Film-like visuals.
  18. Jun 19, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such an amazing game, I platinumed it three days ago, and I keep thinking about going back and replaying it again and again, I never felt that way before, and its such a beautiful game, probably the most beautiful on PS5 so far, the ray-tracing is spectacular, voice acting and animations are superb, and combat and weapons are incredibly fun.

    The only reason I didn't score this at 10 are because of these slight gripes I had with the game:

    - Enemies are not varied enough, mostly same robots (they're more varied later on, but look essentially the same) and Thugs-4-Less guys from beginning of game, mini-bosses also get repeated a bunch with no difference (juggernauts) or minimal difference like the pirate juggernauts but they have too similar of move sets (stomp then beam, rinse and repeat).

    - Omega weapons were disappointing, thought there would be a big difference between level 5 and Omega, but the difference is just in power, no cool effects added as far as I know.

    - Protagonists repeat dialogue too often, I don't need to have Clank and Rivet say the same story lines over and over again just because I temporarily exit and come back to a place when its needed, like in Arena (from Arena to vendor and back), and I don't need Clank or Ratchet to constantly remind me that I got to go to the mission points when I just want to explore first, it gets annoying.

    - UI and game explanations need slight improvement, like show that you can buy all upgrades for a weapon by pressing triangle from the weapon selection menu of Upgrades, and it should be explained that the more damage you do with a weapon, the faster it levels (tested with Ice and Topiary).

    This is definitely the best Ratchet and Clank game though, and I absolutely loved jetting around with the jet boots, I really hope they're in the next installment, and I can't wait for more!
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  19. Oct 29, 2021
    9
    This game maintains the greatness this series established long ago. It features the usual hectic combat, ridiculous upgradeable arsenal, and witty humor. The plot alternates with another dimension, where you meet counterparts of all the main characters, creating a charming intergalactic adventure and adding to an already likeable cast.

    This game seems to be the series' most accessible
    This game maintains the greatness this series established long ago. It features the usual hectic combat, ridiculous upgradeable arsenal, and witty humor. The plot alternates with another dimension, where you meet counterparts of all the main characters, creating a charming intergalactic adventure and adding to an already likeable cast.

    This game seems to be the series' most accessible also, based on its settings and easily attainable RYNO and Platinum Trophy. The visuals are magnificent (photo mode emphasizes this) and the game ran great in 120hz, fidelity mode.

    This game easily ranks amongst the best the Ratchet and Clank series has to offer. - 8.5
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  20. Nov 30, 2021
    9
    I never got to play any of the older installments in the series, but after playing this epic sequel to the 2016 game, I wanna play the old ones right now. This is truly a fantastic exclusive for the PS5.
  21. Jul 12, 2021
    9
    Último juego de esta saga que se estrena en PS5 demostrando lo fuerte que puede llegar a ser esta consola, un privilegio al alcance de muy pocos, gráficos sobresalientes que te dejan con la boca abierta una y otra vez, divertido y carismático, un juego que marcará sin ninguna duda está generación que acaba de empezar, pero no sé salva del todo tiene algún problema con algún bug incómodoÚltimo juego de esta saga que se estrena en PS5 demostrando lo fuerte que puede llegar a ser esta consola, un privilegio al alcance de muy pocos, gráficos sobresalientes que te dejan con la boca abierta una y otra vez, divertido y carismático, un juego que marcará sin ninguna duda está generación que acaba de empezar, pero no sé salva del todo tiene algún problema con algún bug incómodo que otro por desgracia lo que hace que le baje un punto en la valoración final. Expand
  22. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Best looking game you could play right now on any platform. Super fun and intense gameplay. Tons of accessibility options. Majestic graphics and Ray Tracing, even in the 60 FPS Modes. Great story and Amazing characters. Decent length (15 hrs for the main story). Very replayable.
  23. Jan 24, 2022
    9
    Great game, a must have for PS5 users, the adaptive triggers on this game was spot on, story was very good and funny, overall very pleased with this game.
  24. Nov 11, 2021
    9
    Insomniac как всегда на высоте, настоящие профи, их игры всегда отполированны как в визуальном так и в геймплейном виде. Ставлю твёрдую 9ку, прошел с удовольствием. Хотелось бы в след. частях увидеть новые геймплейные механикиInsomniac как всегда на высоте, настоящие профи, их игры всегда отполированны как в визуальном так и в геймплейном виде. Ставлю твёрдую 9ку, прошел с удовольствием. Хотелось бы в след. частях увидеть новые геймплейные механики
  25. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Adorable game with great graphics and mechanics. The only minus is that it still has many bugs with walls and places where you can get stuck.
  26. Sep 23, 2021
    9
    поразительная графика, сюжет и динамика в стиле старых частей. классная бродилка на выходные для детей и взрослых
  27. Aug 9, 2023
    9
    There's no way not to praise Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. The game, in addition to having all the main functions of the PlayStation 5 well executed, is also a product designed for all types of people, including people with disabilities. The game has several assists for aiming and control, options for those with motion sickness, low vision or color blindness. It's something quite simple,There's no way not to praise Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. The game, in addition to having all the main functions of the PlayStation 5 well executed, is also a product designed for all types of people, including people with disabilities. The game has several assists for aiming and control, options for those with motion sickness, low vision or color blindness. It's something quite simple, but it should be mandatory by all companies.

    Finally, the textures of the models, animations and Ray Tracing light effects are very well done, always giving the impression of playing a Pixar or DreamWorks animation. The product really delivered everything that was promised and, of course, it is currently Sony's main flagship to demonstrate the potential of the new generation console.
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  28. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Fantastic game that is probably the best looking game ever released. If you're a fan of previous R&C games you'll feel right at home. The gameplay is very similar to the previous games which is not a bad thing. Lots of guns, enemies, and amazing set pieces. Highly recommended for PS5 owners.
  29. Mar 22, 2023
    9
    Great great great great great great great great great great great great great
  30. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Início da nova geração. Transição de cenário impecável, personagens carismáticos que devem estar nos próximos jogos da franquia, principalmente a Rivet e a Kit, inimigos diverrtidos, gráficos excepcionais e uma história grudenta e cativante. Só não gostei dos puzzles, achei eles um pouco desnecessários e acho que poderiam dar mais funções pro Clank e pra Kit. Fora isso, é uma experiênciaInício da nova geração. Transição de cenário impecável, personagens carismáticos que devem estar nos próximos jogos da franquia, principalmente a Rivet e a Kit, inimigos diverrtidos, gráficos excepcionais e uma história grudenta e cativante. Só não gostei dos puzzles, achei eles um pouco desnecessários e acho que poderiam dar mais funções pro Clank e pra Kit. Fora isso, é uma experiência de outra dimensão. Expand
  31. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    This game is a ton of fun and really takes advantage of the dualsense controller’s haptics and adaptive triggers. It took me almost 20 hours to platinum- so it is on the shorter side, and I definitely would’ve loved another 10+ hours of this game. Also the best part of this game are the visuals- this is the best graphics I’ve ever seen on a console game. It’s truly stunning. Some negativesThis game is a ton of fun and really takes advantage of the dualsense controller’s haptics and adaptive triggers. It took me almost 20 hours to platinum- so it is on the shorter side, and I definitely would’ve loved another 10+ hours of this game. Also the best part of this game are the visuals- this is the best graphics I’ve ever seen on a console game. It’s truly stunning. Some negatives are that the story is good- but not great imo, and once again it left me wanting a lot more of the game. I hope they add a DLC campaign because I would totally play that. Expand
  32. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    The game delivers spectacle after spectacle after spectacle. There is no down time - everything is paced to a tee. The story is pure Ratchet and Clank magic: the wacky moments, the laugh out loud humor and the spunky characters make this a R&C to remember. The steller collection of weapons are back here again as well. While there aren't as many as past entries, the ones that are in hereThe game delivers spectacle after spectacle after spectacle. There is no down time - everything is paced to a tee. The story is pure Ratchet and Clank magic: the wacky moments, the laugh out loud humor and the spunky characters make this a R&C to remember. The steller collection of weapons are back here again as well. While there aren't as many as past entries, the ones that are in here are highly memorable, and extremely fun to use. The most memorable one by far is the Ryno 8: the fact that it can create a portal and send items from other Sony IPs into the Rift Apart world is super creative and imaginative. Definitely an A in that regard.


    Rivet is another great addition to the series as well. She has an enthusiastic personality and a nice change of scenery from playing as the regulars all the time.

    Last but not least are the graphics. Oh my God are they fantastic. From the beautiful scenery and lush particle effects, to the ray traced character designs and gorgeous flora and fauna. R&C Rift Apart is a beautiful display for the next generation of gaming and an exciting start for what's to come. A great future is ahead!
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  33. Jun 24, 2021
    9
    Story: 8
    Graphics: 10
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 10
    Game Time: 20-25 Hours (Main Story + Extra)
  34. Feb 17, 2022
    9
    Amazing next gen experience. Insomniac delivered great story with insane graphics and a lot of fun gameplay. Wish it was longer :)
  35. Mar 27, 2022
    9
    The gameplay and graphics are stunning. This game shows off what the PS5 is capable of in all of the right ways.
  36. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    An excellent Ratchet game, easily one of the best in years. Old school fans, like myself, will take problem with the extreme kid-centric nature of the game's writing. Many characters go through personal troubles in a very teenage-angst kind of "oh gosh oh gee I just don't know if I can do it" kind of way" which can, very often, outstay its welcome. The humour of the originals won't beAn excellent Ratchet game, easily one of the best in years. Old school fans, like myself, will take problem with the extreme kid-centric nature of the game's writing. Many characters go through personal troubles in a very teenage-angst kind of "oh gosh oh gee I just don't know if I can do it" kind of way" which can, very often, outstay its welcome. The humour of the originals won't be found in this but, the game is much more "quirky" than it is comedic. But the game exudes so much charm, endless detail and love for the franchise and the pastime of videogames itself that it can coast on that alone. Although I really do wish they would return to the dry wit of my childhood.

    The presentation is incredible, the gameplay is easily the best it's ever been and it made me excited for the genre of video games itself. It actually made me feel (a bit) like a kid game. Highly recommended.
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  37. Jun 15, 2021
    9
    Its a beautifull game that let you smile all the way. Fun for everyone . Set the difficulty 1 higher then default and you have a good challenge. Insomniac are amazing , released spiderman 2018 , milea morales 2020 with a spidermam remaster , and now ratchet and clank. All in the pendemic without crunch. Chapeu. If i have 1 negative thing to say is the lenght. Its not that short , butIts a beautifull game that let you smile all the way. Fun for everyone . Set the difficulty 1 higher then default and you have a good challenge. Insomniac are amazing , released spiderman 2018 , milea morales 2020 with a spidermam remaster , and now ratchet and clank. All in the pendemic without crunch. Chapeu. If i have 1 negative thing to say is the lenght. Its not that short , but wished there was 3/4 hrs more . Expand
  38. May 25, 2023
    9
    Great game with great visuals and level design. Really fun gunplay and characters.
  39. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    O game é muito bom, bem fluido, gráficos show de bola e jogatina frenética.
    História bem dublada vale cada centavos.
  40. Nov 4, 2021
    9
    jogo bem divertido, mapas lindos, belos graficos unico ponto fraco é um trofeu que bugou comigo
  41. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    I went into this game not fully knowing what to expect. I'm not really big on jump n' run games. But something about Rift Apart just intrigued me.

    I mean I was desperate for a new fresh single-player experience. But that usually doesn't mean that I would go out of my way and spend 80€ on a genre I'm not really fond of, just to experience something new. The things that caught my
    I went into this game not fully knowing what to expect. I'm not really big on jump n' run games. But something about Rift Apart just intrigued me.

    I mean I was desperate for a new fresh single-player experience. But that usually doesn't mean that I would go out of my way and spend 80€ on a genre I'm not really fond of, just to experience something new.

    The things that caught my interest right of the bat when I saw the Reveal and the State of Play, was the interesting usage of the Playstation 5's SSD capabilities and the gorgeous graphics.

    I still wasn*t sure if it was worth taking the risk to spend 80€ on a game that I usually would avoid.

    But in the end, I did... And what can I say except... wow.

    This game is an absolute masterpiece from a technical standpoint.

    Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart does not only look absolutely gorgeous but it also has that incredible polish to it that you would expect from a first-party sony and insomniac game.

    The overall gameplay and the combat is pretty much flawless. The combat is fluid. It offers a lot of variety in movement and action. The movement rewards quick response time and decision-making which is definitely needed at times when you play on the highest difficulty.

    I didn't expect the game to be this much of a challenge. It isn't comparable to other games that are known for their harder difficulties but that isn't what this game is about and I personally really enjoyed the difficulty balancing.

    I haven't even come around to test all of the weapons. So there is enough variety to keep it fresh throughout the playthrough.

    The graphics are definitely one of the key selling points. The game not only looks and sounds stunning but it also feels like it. The world-building in most of the planets was simply breathtaking.

    Insomniac once again brought their A-Game and managed to bring out a 60FPS mode that also includes Ray-Tracing without sacrificing much of the visual quality except resolution.

    I never played a Ratchet and Clank game before so I wasn't at all familiar with any of the characters. But man.. You just immediately love all of them. Each of the characters is just filled with charm and love.

    Creating a game where you play as 2 characters can often be very divisive. But in Rift Apart's case, it worked beautifully. Rivet is such a fun and likable character. I might have enjoyed playing her more than Ratchet. But both are just awesome. Dr.Nefarious and Pierre are some stand-out side characters to me.

    Story-wise the game achieved what it tried to achieve. It's not a deep immersive character study with bolt and realistic themes. Those kinds of themes are what I usually look for when I pick out singleplayer games. I still very much enjoyed the story even though it is the polar opposite of what I usually play.

    The game is pretty much a flawless experience. The only thing I might have wished for is a tiny bit more enemy variety since they did kind of became a little repetitive throughout the story (especially the bosses).

    I'm all for quality over quantity obviously. I would rather play this than another Assasin's Creed that goes on for 100 hours with bland repetitive gameplay. That being said I still would have wished for at least a few more story hours. The games quality 100% deserves it's full 80€ price tag. But a 10-hour story campaign is definitely a bit short for that price.
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  42. May 21, 2023
    9
    Very very fun game! So gooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!gooooood
    Love it love it live it live it................................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great exclusive PlayStation 5 game
  43. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Graphics 10/10 Hello Next Gen!

    Story 8/10
    I wish it was longer.

    Gameplay 8/10
  44. Jun 21, 2021
    9
    It's an amazing and complete game, fun and creative gameplay, with very competent story and characters. What's most impressive is how Insomniac managed to deliver such a solid next-gen experience just 6 months after the PS5's release, which raises anticipation for what Sony exclusive studios will bring us in years to come! I just don't give it a 10 because for a full price game it's notIt's an amazing and complete game, fun and creative gameplay, with very competent story and characters. What's most impressive is how Insomniac managed to deliver such a solid next-gen experience just 6 months after the PS5's release, which raises anticipation for what Sony exclusive studios will bring us in years to come! I just don't give it a 10 because for a full price game it's not very long, I've got the platinum trophy it with 20 hours! Expand
  45. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    Моя первая игра этой серии, получил огромное удовольствие от прохождения. Рекомендую!
  46. Jun 30, 2021
    9
    Amazing, from start to finish a great adventure. Gameplay feels so satisfying, presentation best in class, great story!
  47. Jun 21, 2021
    9
    This is not just a game that demonstrates what next gen has to offer but a game that tells the story of a franchise as old as Ratchet and Clank in a funtastic way. Every planet, every character and every set piece is crafted with such perfection that it would be really a huge loss for those who miss this game. Nothing can stop Insomniac now.
  48. Jun 15, 2021
    9
    The game is extremely fun, you can easily play 4 hours without even notice it, the dual sense implementations and the level design (dimension travels) are indescribable, it brings something that I’ve never experienced in a game before, other thing that makes your experience unique is the ray tracing with 60fps, I really hope more developers bring ray tracing + 60fps to their games, theThe game is extremely fun, you can easily play 4 hours without even notice it, the dual sense implementations and the level design (dimension travels) are indescribable, it brings something that I’ve never experienced in a game before, other thing that makes your experience unique is the ray tracing with 60fps, I really hope more developers bring ray tracing + 60fps to their games, the gameplay + scenarios become breathtaking, the only thing i think they could improve is invisible walls, several times in gameplay you think some area is explorable but when you try to reach it there is an invisible wall to stop you, story is another positive thing in game, is predictable but develop really well the old and new characters, one of the best games I’ve played this year, love it. Expand
  49. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    Rarely does a game live up to its hype, but boy does this game get close. A thrilling entry into the Ratchet and Clank universe that does a great job in delivering huge moments and great non-stop action.

    Let's say it right off the bat, this game does not reinvent the wheel, nor was it supposed to. the R/C series has had a tried and true formula, that does not need to change very much.
    Rarely does a game live up to its hype, but boy does this game get close. A thrilling entry into the Ratchet and Clank universe that does a great job in delivering huge moments and great non-stop action.

    Let's say it right off the bat, this game does not reinvent the wheel, nor was it supposed to. the R/C series has had a tried and true formula, that does not need to change very much. It has very tight and fun gunplay, a great variety of weapons, good comic relief, and some exploration as well. The game itself is about 10-12 hours long, with a challenge mode unlocked (new game plus) after you beat the story.

    Visually this game is stunning. After playing it in fidelity mode and performance mode, I came away very impressed with just how smooth this game plays. Personally, I do not believe that this game needs 60 FPS as I really could not tell the difference between the two modes when it came to how smooth it looked. So I played with the best graphics I could, and they were incredible. The amount of things going on in this game at one time, and for there to be no framerate drops ever is worth the price of admission. It delivers on the next Gen graphics and next-Gen speed. My PS5 can be turned off and I can be playing this game with 20 secs of turning it on, less than 10 if in rest mode. No loading and no lags. I will say that I did experience a few bugs, the most common was the game not closing the menu on the guns after I previewed weapons, but I am sure that will be patched up.

    I do not have a lot to say negatively about game, however, I was disappointed with the way the new character (Rivet) is used. I understand that they wanted you to feel like you were using Ratchet, his name is on the game, but I feel like they missed an opportunity to put some new mechanics in the game, give her some guns that are unique to her, give her her own puzzles to solve. Overall she is fun like you would expect, I just feel like they missed a great way to refresh some things in the game world.

    I earned my Platinum trophy this morning, and still want to get back into this world and play some more. In the grand scheme of things that it was it should be about, do you want to keep playing this game? The answer to that is a resounding YES! 9/10 See you in the next dimension!
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  50. May 20, 2023
    9
    A great ratchet and clank game one of the best! It changes things up and really takes you on a fun, funny, and action packed ride. It has amazing graphics on fidelity mode and a smooth 60 fps on performance mode. A playstation must play game!
  51. Aug 26, 2021
    9
    Great game! A real next gen experience, reminded me of uncharted 4 but for kids also
  52. Jul 6, 2021
    9
    This game is just soooo much fun. That is what it is all about and it nails it perfectly. Completed the story last night and now going for 100%. It is a great game after a long day to sit back and just enjoy gaming! Alot of games now adays miss this but Ratchet and Rivet, I mean Ratchet and Clank....knocks it out of the galaxy.
  53. Jul 3, 2021
    9
    This is one more Masterpiece from Sony exclusive,that is why Playstation is the best platform to play. The game feels like nest generation!
  54. Sep 29, 2022
    9
    Very fun game! Impressive graphics, likable characters, and addicting gameplay! Although the story is relatively short, there are varying difficulties, side missions, and numerous collectibles which offer great replayability. Would definitely recommend this game!
  55. Nov 27, 2021
    9
    Insomniac delivered again. Great game, really displayed the power of the PS5 even though I had higher hopes for the story. But it was a fun, short ride. Recommended to people who like 3rd person action games.
  56. Sep 16, 2021
    9
    I am not someone with a lot of Ratchet and Clank history, but I enjoyed this game. It looked great, and has great controls. I enjoyed the weapons, characters, and environments. It had some characters for a game that looks like it’s for kids on the surface. My only gripe, which is minor, is that it seemed a little to easy to platinum, compared to other games, such as the 2016 remake. ItI am not someone with a lot of Ratchet and Clank history, but I enjoyed this game. It looked great, and has great controls. I enjoyed the weapons, characters, and environments. It had some characters for a game that looks like it’s for kids on the surface. My only gripe, which is minor, is that it seemed a little to easy to platinum, compared to other games, such as the 2016 remake. It took around 15-18 hours to 100%. Expand
  57. Nov 10, 2021
    9
    Although the game is short, I really enjoyed everything about Rift Apart. The story is very simple, but not in an annoying manner. The gameplay was addictive, and the progression system only made it even more so. The fast paced combat sections of the game were incredible, especially the arena challenges. The visuals of Rift Apart are awe-inspiring, and the transitions from cutscenes toAlthough the game is short, I really enjoyed everything about Rift Apart. The story is very simple, but not in an annoying manner. The gameplay was addictive, and the progression system only made it even more so. The fast paced combat sections of the game were incredible, especially the arena challenges. The visuals of Rift Apart are awe-inspiring, and the transitions from cutscenes to gameplay are truly one of a kind. Expand
  58. Oct 31, 2022
    9
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    En la línea de la saga, hay pocos videojuegos tan divertidos como estos.
    Jugablemente lo puede disfrutar cualquiera, lo cual es un punto muy a favor.
    Inclusión de nuevos personajes.
    Rendimiento espectacular, uso escandaloso del ssd.
    Gráficamente brillante.

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    Duración ajustada pero con poca rejugabilidad más allá de la 2a partida.
    No innova en demasía.
  59. Nov 16, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра прекрасна в графическом плане, играть в 60fps и RTX - Это прекрасно. Так же очень похорошал и геймплей который стал разнообразнее. Все функции Dualsense естт. Но есть один минус - это сюжет. Он детский, но посуте игра и создавалась для детей. И ещё не понятно будет ли продолжение. Если нет то игра не показала всю концовку. Expand
  60. Jun 19, 2021
    9
    I had a fantastic time playing Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart.

    TLDR: A charming adventure with stunning graphics to go with. The length is short if you don’t do the side missions, but the beauty and gameplay of it all makes up for what it lacks in length. Let’s start with the graphics. Similar to Returnal, there is a lot happening on screen. Environments are dense with characters and
    I had a fantastic time playing Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart.

    TLDR: A charming adventure with stunning graphics to go with. The length is short if you don’t do the side missions, but the beauty and gameplay of it all makes up for what it lacks in length.

    Let’s start with the graphics. Similar to Returnal, there is a lot happening on screen. Environments are dense with characters and particles. It really makes the worlds that you visit come alive. Each planet is unique in its art style as well, so you always treated to different experience. Character is detail is astounding for a game that has released so early in the next generation development cycle. Ratchet, Rivet, Kit and Clank are all extremely detailed. You could easily mistake this for an animated series! I platinum trophied this game on the 4K fidelity settings. Many gamers now scoff at 30 FPS, but for the added bump in visuals it was worth it. Which ties into performance…

    Overall, I didn’t notice any slowdowns. There are some huge battles in this game, but even at 30 FPS they all played out perfectly. Really not much to say, it runs brilliantly.

    Gameplay wise, I found it super enjoyable. The shooting mechanisms are great and I really love the use of the Dualsense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Each weapon has been designed to be unique so you have so much choice at the end to tailor your style. Sometimes I found myself stumping on the jumping mechanisms - particularly double jump. This was mostly due to the hover ability being used for X as well, but once you get used to it mistakes went to a minimum.

    Story was fantastic. It was uplifting and fun. It may not be as deep as other games, but it doesn’t need to be. The added graphics really makes you appreciate the cinematic scenes more than ever and it draws you in. The ending was very satisfying; it had some really nice touches, but you’ll just have to play it to find out!

    Overall, I loved it. Yes £70 is quite expensive for a game, but in this case I thought it was totally worth it. It’s a brilliant example of what the PS5 is capable of and it’s a captivating story. I wish it could have been longer, but only because I didn’t want to finish it. There is a new game plus for those looking for replay ability. The developers Insomniac have done a fantastic job and I hope we get to see Ratchet and the team in future sequels.
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  61. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    WOW is this game incredible. This game has given me some of the most fun and excitement I’ve ever had with any game ever. Insomniac games has become one of my top 3 favorite studios after the Spider-Man games and now THIS. The gunplay, exploration, graphics, and load time are so amazing I can’t even put into words just how much I love this game. I would have liked a little more enemyWOW is this game incredible. This game has given me some of the most fun and excitement I’ve ever had with any game ever. Insomniac games has become one of my top 3 favorite studios after the Spider-Man games and now THIS. The gunplay, exploration, graphics, and load time are so amazing I can’t even put into words just how much I love this game. I would have liked a little more enemy variety, the voice acting can be a little annoying some times, and the UI is a little clunky like most of Insomniac’s games but the good definitely weighs out the bad by a huge margin. Definitely one of my favorite PS5 games so far next to Demon’s Souls. Bravo Insomniac Expand
  62. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Great game. 9/10 because the story, could be better. Technically it's a level up. OnlyOneHere how old are you? Your reviews are idiotic. 0 or 10
  63. Jun 24, 2021
    9
    What a great game, just a fun and beautiful with so many cool ideas and features. I normaly don't think playstation exclusive has incredible stories but this one is just insanely good. if you own a PS5 I can't recommend this enough. best game of the year
  64. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Muy entretenido, con una duración muy correcta, con gráficos de 10 donde literalmente estás jugando a una película de animación de nivel top y por último con un gameplay brillante.

    Cerca del 10, pero como siempre se pueden sacar algunos peros. Quizás la banda sonora no está a la altura del resto, y la historia cumple pero sin brillar o aportar algo especial o fuera de lo esperable.
    Muy entretenido, con una duración muy correcta, con gráficos de 10 donde literalmente estás jugando a una película de animación de nivel top y por último con un gameplay brillante.

    Cerca del 10, pero como siempre se pueden sacar algunos peros. Quizás la banda sonora no está a la altura del resto, y la historia cumple pero sin brillar o aportar algo especial o fuera de lo esperable.

    Lo mejor y con lo que más me quedo es el gameplay, es muy muy divertido ir probando las distintas armas, combinarlas, subirlas de nivel etc...

    Un título recomendable para todos los públicos y que dudo que pueda defraudar a nadie, como mínimo será una experiencia muy entretenida pese a que no seas fan del género.
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  65. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    An absolute spectacle of a game. From the opening segment to the final boss, it's just jam-packed with action and visual aesthetics. Controls and haptic feedback from the dualsense are a treat as almost every gun has a unique interaction and feel to it. Difficulty scaling is on point and the Zurkon Arena quests are just the right balance of fun and challenging especially on higherAn absolute spectacle of a game. From the opening segment to the final boss, it's just jam-packed with action and visual aesthetics. Controls and haptic feedback from the dualsense are a treat as almost every gun has a unique interaction and feel to it. Difficulty scaling is on point and the Zurkon Arena quests are just the right balance of fun and challenging especially on higher difficulties. Only downside I can see is the lack of variety on the boss designs as halfway through the game you'll just get a slightly tougher and maybe reskinned version of a previous boss. Expand
  66. Jun 18, 2021
    9
    I have faced at least 3 hard locks and lot of soft locks, lots of minor bugs, but still a great game.
  67. May 15, 2022
    9
    Rift Apart is a great video game of the Ratchet & Clank saga, among the 3 best games of this, frenetic, fun. It takes the best and captures it here, although, it feels like it lacks more madness in terms of history, but insomniac games played it safe and gave us a very good video game to start PS5
  68. Jul 6, 2021
    9
    Overall excellent game. Rivet and Kit are great additions to the universe, and the multitude of worlds/dimensions are very fun to explore. Not overly difficult and not too long, but always keeps you engaged and having fun. Highly recommend.
  69. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    This gem of a game cleary shows off the power of the ps5, it's SSD, the duelsense features and is a great time for gamers of all ages. I'd highly recommend it, even if you have not played any ratchet and clank games before.
  70. Nov 8, 2021
    9
    I had just played Ratchet & Clank 2016, and it was great, a week later, I played this game, and... Wow! I really didn't think they could upgrade that game on so many levels. It really looked unique. Immersive settings, explosive combat and shooting ( I can't stress this part enough!), and enjoyable progression system. Add to all that, fantastic character buildings and dramatic cutscenesI had just played Ratchet & Clank 2016, and it was great, a week later, I played this game, and... Wow! I really didn't think they could upgrade that game on so many levels. It really looked unique. Immersive settings, explosive combat and shooting ( I can't stress this part enough!), and enjoyable progression system. Add to all that, fantastic character buildings and dramatic cutscenes unlike any other R&C game, May I dare to say any game in this genre.
    Amazing game, totally recommended.
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  71. Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Сама игра мне очень сильно понравилась. Тут по полной раскрывается PS5: графика прямо как в мультфильмах Pixar или Disney, очень приятный визуал, всё взрывается и летит, видно каждую мелкую частичку, очень быстрые загрузки, и конечно же, нереальные ощущения от Dualsense. Сюжетно эта игра простая, но это и понятно, возрастной рейтинг 6+. Но сюжет мне понравился, было очень интересно следитьСама игра мне очень сильно понравилась. Тут по полной раскрывается PS5: графика прямо как в мультфильмах Pixar или Disney, очень приятный визуал, всё взрывается и летит, видно каждую мелкую частичку, очень быстрые загрузки, и конечно же, нереальные ощущения от Dualsense. Сюжетно эта игра простая, но это и понятно, возрастной рейтинг 6+. Но сюжет мне понравился, было очень интересно следить за главными героями. Главные герои очень приятные и обаятельные. Вообщем, игра мне сильно понравилась, рекомендую! Expand
  72. Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Great story, insane graphics and fun gameplay. If you get a ps5 you must play this. However, of you focus on npcs, you will cringe. They like dab and do weird stuff. But still great and comparable to Astro bot if you like that.
  73. Aug 17, 2023
    9
    I got this game with the PS5 and haven't played any of the previous games. I must say that the game has overcome my expectations. Easy-going and at the same time challenging game. Definitely a MUST PLAY.
  74. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    Amazing graphics, the pocket dimensions blows my mind how we can just walk in and out of them.. SSD implementation is next level and gameplay is very fun. Insomniac raises the bar again.
  75. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Fantastic game all around. The gameplay is fast paced and has a lot of variety - fast paced gunplay, platforming that gives nostalgia of the N64 era, exciting action sequences. The world and atmosphere are also excellent, everything including the voice acting, character models, music and sound design, and world design is top notch. And of course, the graphics. This is easily the bestFantastic game all around. The gameplay is fast paced and has a lot of variety - fast paced gunplay, platforming that gives nostalgia of the N64 era, exciting action sequences. The world and atmosphere are also excellent, everything including the voice acting, character models, music and sound design, and world design is top notch. And of course, the graphics. This is easily the best looking game I have ever played, which says a lot because Resident Evil 8 just came out a few weeks ago. There is a certain point at the start of the game where a very high quality cutscene plays, and it seamlessly transitions into the gameplay. Very impactful scene in terms of the technology. It feels like you’re controlling a beautiful Pixar game. The graphics really blew me away. As far as some criticisms: the game feels pretty linear, the game is relatively short, it has a lot of minor glitches, and it’s incredibly easy (I recommend starting off on a higher difficulty). I think it’s biggest downfall is that once you beat it and platinum it, there’s very little reason to ever return to it. But the experience is absolutely a memorable one, the game ended and I had a big smile on my face. Expand
  76. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    El juego es asombroso, el modo fidelidad de verdad se ve impresionante no importa si está a 30 fps, prefiero jugarlo así con gráficos al máximo y la jugabilidad es increíble , extremadamente divertido, supera a RETURNAL sin duda, pero no por mucho jeje
    La implementación del dualsense es asombrosa, la mejor hasta la fecha ,ayuda demaciado a la inmersión,
  77. Jun 18, 2021
    9
    Sem dúvidas um jogo incrível em todos os sentidos,o jogo usa todo o potencial do SSD do Playstation5,com belos gráficos e um gameplay empolgante

    Without a doubt an amazing game in every way, the game uses all the potential of the Playstation5 SSD, with beautiful graphics and an exciting gameplay
  78. Jun 20, 2021
    9
    This is my first R&C game. I ignored previous versions of R&C as it always looked too childish for me. However i am really glad that I decided to give this one a try. After playing so many unforgiving and dark games it was nice to play something that not only made me feel like a kid again but also felt like I was playing a quality Pixar/Disney movie.

    The story, writing and voice acting
    This is my first R&C game. I ignored previous versions of R&C as it always looked too childish for me. However i am really glad that I decided to give this one a try. After playing so many unforgiving and dark games it was nice to play something that not only made me feel like a kid again but also felt like I was playing a quality Pixar/Disney movie.

    The story, writing and voice acting we very enjoyable and compelling. Gameplay was top notch, plenty of variety of weapons and enemies and fighting was not repetitive. Playing on PS5 with a new OLED tv was the perfect way to showcase the power of PS5, simply gorgeous visual and amazing sound.

    Not a complaint, but a fully open world version of this game would be unbelievable. That said having a bit of a longer game would be really nice. i beat this easily under a week at 98% on normal difficulty.

    Make sure to stick around for end credit amusement.
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  79. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart is an innovative, exciting game everyone should have the opportunity to play.
    It’s the first Playstation 5 game to fully take advantage of the highly publicized SSD in different ways. First of all, as it happened before with Returnal and Spider-Man Miles Morales, loading times are a thing of a past; you can take full control of Ratchet (or Rivet) from the
    Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart is an innovative, exciting game everyone should have the opportunity to play.
    It’s the first Playstation 5 game to fully take advantage of the highly publicized SSD in different ways. First of all, as it happened before with Returnal and Spider-Man Miles Morales, loading times are a thing of a past; you can take full control of Ratchet (or Rivet) from the Playstation 5 home screen in less than 12 seconds, and while in game there is a rapid transition between planets that takes only 6 to 10 seconds.
    Second (and most important), is the ability to travel between different “dimensions” and worlds within a level with no loading times at all, which offers the user a very immersive and exciting experience, specially at pursues and fast paced levels.

    The game also takes advantage from the PS5 Dualsense haptic feedback: the player can feel almost all vibrations like steps and, of course, the shooting of the various weapons at disposition.
    Shooting works excellent as did with Returnal; the player is able to choose between 2 modes for each weapon depending on how soft or hard pushes the R2 trigger. For example, there’s a gun that activates a shield while pressing softly R2, and then turns into a powerfull blaster pressing R2 fully.

    Let’s talk about graphics now. I’ve been playing the ps5 since launch and I must say that Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart is the best looking game so far. Not only cutscenes looks beautiful but also gameplay is extremely good looking. Player can choose between 3 different graphic modes: Fidelity mode at 4K and 30fps; this is the worst mode you can choose, since the game feels clanky and bad at 30fps. There’s also Performance mode and Performance mode RT which runs at 60fps to the cost of less resolution (actually the difference in resolution is almost imperceptible, so I’d advice to play either at Performance or RT performance mode).
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  80. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Brilliant game, graphics are probably the best I've seen, gameplay is very smooth (especially in 60fps RT mode). Gunplay is fun and satisfying never feels old as you can buy new weapons and upgrade them. Story is great and the characters are well written. It is both funny and serious at times. Rivet is a cool addition as a playable character (though I wish Rivet had her own set of weaponsBrilliant game, graphics are probably the best I've seen, gameplay is very smooth (especially in 60fps RT mode). Gunplay is fun and satisfying never feels old as you can buy new weapons and upgrade them. Story is great and the characters are well written. It is both funny and serious at times. Rivet is a cool addition as a playable character (though I wish Rivet had her own set of weapons and different gameplay elements from Ratchet). Overall an amazing game from start to finish. Every PS5 owner or Ratchet and clank fan should play this game and I cannot wait to see where insomniac games go with this series in the future. Expand
  81. Jun 20, 2021
    9
    PROS:
    (1)The new charatcher Rivet works
    (2)The action-packed style is really good (3)the power of ps5 is well used (4)powerful soundtrack (5)grafic sector is really well (6)bunch of new charatchers all good CONS: (1)Ratchet underused (2)gameplay not evoluted.... is only shooting VERDICT: Ratchet and clank rift apart is one of the first candidates to goty 2021 with some sins here
    PROS:
    (1)The new charatcher Rivet works
    (2)The action-packed style is really good
    (3)the power of ps5 is well used
    (4)powerful soundtrack
    (5)grafic sector is really well
    (6)bunch of new charatchers all good
    CONS:
    (1)Ratchet underused
    (2)gameplay not evoluted.... is only shooting
    VERDICT:
    Ratchet and clank rift apart is one of the first candidates to goty 2021 with some sins here and there the game reaches the obiective to become one of the most beautiful ratchet and clank ever made
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  82. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Stunning game that is incredibly fun and rewarding to fun. Combat is as usual spectacular and Rivet is one of the best female leads in gaming
  83. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Первое, о чем хочется рассказать - это сюжет. История начинается с того, что злобный доктор Нефариус своим нападением испортил городской праздник в честь Рэтчета и Кланка, вывел из строя измеренитель - устройство для путешествия по реальностям, попутно закинув героев в параллельную вселенную, где им, собственно, предстоит решить вопрос починки устройства.

    Но не все так просто. Мир, в
    Первое, о чем хочется рассказать - это сюжет. История начинается с того, что злобный доктор Нефариус своим нападением испортил городской праздник в честь Рэтчета и Кланка, вывел из строя измеренитель - устройство для путешествия по реальностям, попутно закинув героев в параллельную вселенную, где им, собственно, предстоит решить вопрос починки устройства.

    Но не все так просто. Мир, в который попадают Рэтчет и Кланк оказывается суровым местом, в котором другой Нефариус стал императором и насаждает свои не самые гуманные взгляды населению. И естественно с таким тоталитарным режимом активно борется сопротивление, частью которого является и Ривет - версия Рэтчета из параллельной реальности, которую все уже видели в роликах игры. На протяжении игры героям предстоит встретиться друг с другом, собрать заново устройство, позволяющее открывать разломы в пространстве и победить доктора Нефариуса. И все это под аккомпанемент неплохих шуток и ярких персонажей, как новых, так и уже знакомых фанатам серии.

    Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart представляет собой полностью законченное линейное одиночное приключение, не заставляющее игрока тратить несколько десятков часов на исследование открытого мира и гринда всего и вся. Геймплейно - это боевик с небольшими элементами платформера и головоломок. Как и в предыдущих играх серии, в Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart игроку доступен по-настоящему большой арсенал из довольно забавных и крутых пушек. До уровня Armed and Dangerous с ее пушкой, стреляющей акулой конечно далеко, но арсенал действительно разнообразный и практически каждое оружие находит свое применение. Что-то хорошо подходит для уничтожения скоплений противников, что-то лучше для одиночных целей и боссов.
    Достоинства:

    Юмор и персонажи
    Динамичный геймплей
    Красивые декорации
    Недостатки:

    Эксклюзивность.
    Если немного задуматься, то Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart является образцом прекрасной одиночной линейной игры, которая не проседает ни в нарративе, ни в игровом процессе, ни в визуальном плане. Единственное, до чего можно докопаться - это излишняя эксклюзивность игры.
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  84. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    A great game of R&C Franchise Really i like it
    If you have the ps5
    You have to play this game
  85. Aug 16, 2021
    9
    The game is more comedic and very entertaining. We all liked Rivet here, who became another waifu. The most curious thing is that the game is only for PS5, and it is something that I did not like, due to its very high price. I settle for an enjoyable, comedic game, and with the same villain who is only here to rule the world. Put another villain that gives us more affection, like VaasThe game is more comedic and very entertaining. We all liked Rivet here, who became another waifu. The most curious thing is that the game is only for PS5, and it is something that I did not like, due to its very high price. I settle for an enjoyable, comedic game, and with the same villain who is only here to rule the world. Put another villain that gives us more affection, like Vaas Montenegro from Far Cry 3. Expand
  86. Jul 5, 2021
    9
    Wow. Insomniac might be one of my favorite developers right now. Between the Spider-Man games AND R&C, they have a pristine resume. This game is so close to perfect I’m still fighting internally about bumping the 9 to a 10. As someone who isn’t well traveled in the R&C series, I felt right at home the entire game! It’s hard to do that with a series as old as R&C, making it inviting toWow. Insomniac might be one of my favorite developers right now. Between the Spider-Man games AND R&C, they have a pristine resume. This game is so close to perfect I’m still fighting internally about bumping the 9 to a 10. As someone who isn’t well traveled in the R&C series, I felt right at home the entire game! It’s hard to do that with a series as old as R&C, making it inviting to newcomers and old fans. I only have 2 complaints that hold it back from a 10 (both of which are easily fixable with a later patch) Occasionally Ratchet or Rivet would momentarily get stuck in the geometry of the environments when using the rocket boots, not gamebreaking at all but it would halt my pace randomly & leave me confused for a few seconds as to why I stopped in a wide open field. The other issue is during the Clank sections, it didn’t happen at every Clank level but in half of them I ran into a weird graphical glitch, it’s a little hard to describe but the entire background would get these black “scratch” looking things that would flash VERY quickly & hurt my eyes. It would be all over the environment too. The only way to get through it was to either physically walk Clank into them so they’d disappear (they’d reappear if you got far enough away) or try to complete the section with them giving me a headache. Did anyone else run into this?? Aside from those minor flaws, the rest of the game is so incredibly polished that I was actually stunned most of the time I was playing. Last time I experienced something so meticulously crafted with love like this was both of The Last Of Us games. The attention to detail is just.. immaculate. Every environment is gorgeous, all of the characters are charming and heartwarming, the story is extremely engaging till the end & has so much heart & genuine stakes. Dr. Nefarious remains as entertaining as ever & EMPEROR Nefarious is just as intriguing & is one of the best villains I’ve seen in a while, he’s actually intimidating! His accent & demeanor are badass too. The Dualsense feedback is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced playing a game, Rift Apart is THE new standard everyone else has to catch up to. One of the best games I’ve ever played hands down. If you’re fortunate enough to get a PS5, play this game. You will never regret it. I really hope Ratchet & Clank doesn’t take as much time off as they did with the PS4 era, because I’m BEGGING to see more. Expand
  87. Sep 23, 2022
    9
    Beatiful, funny and enjoyable game with cool story and great gameplay. Pretty easy platinum trophy after like 25 hours of gameplay!
  88. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    I’ve been a big fan of this series for almost two decades; and for me, this is a complete return to form for my favourite galactic duo.

    Since A Crack in Time (one of the series’ best imo), Ratchet & Clank has had a small number of average and underwhelming titles including spin offs that have left me longing for something like this, something that captured the witty charm, wonder and
    I’ve been a big fan of this series for almost two decades; and for me, this is a complete return to form for my favourite galactic duo.

    Since A Crack in Time (one of the series’ best imo), Ratchet & Clank has had a small number of average and underwhelming titles including spin offs that have left me longing for something like this, something that captured the witty charm, wonder and pure action packed joy that made the originals.

    A Rift Apart has stunning visuals, immense set pieces and locations teeming with life and discovery and in my opinion the strongest supporting cast of any game in the series. That’s not to mention that the series returns with all of its signatures in full form, like over-the-top weapons, awesome gadgets & unique puzzles.

    The concept of travelling through dimensions via rifts is executed beautifully in both cutscenes and gameplay, showing off the potential of the PS5’s new ssd to instantly load entire worlds with effectively no trickery or loading screens.

    Suffice it to say that this game was an absolute joy to play through and 100% complete, I had a grin on my face practically the entire time and not a single moment felt wasted. I wholeheartedly cannot wait to see where insomniac take this beloved series next!
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  89. Jun 25, 2021
    9
    This game gave me some of the best videogames experience of the last years, really a good game with very few technical imperfections... One of the best title of the "Ratchet Saga"...
  90. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Really fun experience. Perfect Dualsence integration. Phenomenal graphics. A bit on the Shorter side. I can strongly recommend this game. It’s also an easy plat if you are interested in this
  91. Jun 12, 2021
    9
    Phenomenal visuals, great story, excellent gameplay, and great voice acting. A true PS5 title.
  92. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    As a lover of Ratchet and clank I can say that this game is wonderful in many aspects, the only flaw is the combat, I expected something more but it is still very acceptable.
  93. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Wow, where do I even start... This game is easily one of the best and graphically impressive games I have ever played, This is easily the best platformer I have ever played, The story is also amazing but sadly short for $70. If you really love platformers go for it, it won't disappoint you, but if you are looking for a nice game I would rather wait for the price to go down a bit.

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    Wow, where do I even start... This game is easily one of the best and graphically impressive games I have ever played, This is easily the best platformer I have ever played, The story is also amazing but sadly short for $70. If you really love platformers go for it, it won't disappoint you, but if you are looking for a nice game I would rather wait for the price to go down a bit.

    -This is the game of the year so far... it's really that good.
    -The haptics and adaptive feedback make this game more immersive for example there was one scene where ratchet typed on a keyboard and you could actually feel it on the dualsense
    -I absolutely love Rivet, she makes the game a bit different.
    -I'm giving it 9/10 just because the price is too high, even though the graphics are justifiable but in my opinion, the game (story) is too short for the price. (Note that the R&C games were always shorter).
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  94. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Game ticks all the right boxes. Insomniac has produced another banger! Price is a little steep but a very enjoyable experience and best PS5 game so far!
  95. Jun 13, 2021
    9
    Just pure fun. Honestly idk what else to say about it. Awesome story, awesome characters, awesome gameplay, awesome visuals.
  96. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    Insomniac have done it again! They have crafted another amazing adventure in the franchise! The game is funny and the combat is really enjoyable! I love it so much that I am already replaying it. If you have or are waiting to get a ps5, get this game immediately I can highly recommend it. One of my top favourite Ratchet & Clank games.
  97. Jun 14, 2021
    9
    Maybe the best Ratchet yet, feels amazing, looks amazing, a great diverse of characters, monumental discoveries that willhave hug eimpact for the franchise going forward. The dimensional shifts wer eused very well in my opinion, setpieces amazing, animatiosn asburd. If you own a PS5 YOU HAVE TO BUY THIS GAME.
  98. Jun 25, 2021
    9
    Even though there are some annoying bugs and issues here and there, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is an unreal experience from the amazing Pixar level animation, to the diverse and creative combat, and to the characters who bring unique personalities to this interesting tale. All of these are brought together flawlessly to create a very enjoyable playthrough from start to finish. HighlyEven though there are some annoying bugs and issues here and there, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is an unreal experience from the amazing Pixar level animation, to the diverse and creative combat, and to the characters who bring unique personalities to this interesting tale. All of these are brought together flawlessly to create a very enjoyable playthrough from start to finish. Highly recommended Expand
  99. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is a must buy for every PS5 owner. After not having a main-line entry in the series for almost ten years, Rift Apart is the almost perfect return lifelong fans have been waiting for. This doesn’t mean newcomers can’t enjoy this game, it has it’s own separate story with a few minor mentions of the previous games which means both sets of players can enjoy thisRatchet & Clank: Rift Apart is a must buy for every PS5 owner. After not having a main-line entry in the series for almost ten years, Rift Apart is the almost perfect return lifelong fans have been waiting for. This doesn’t mean newcomers can’t enjoy this game, it has it’s own separate story with a few minor mentions of the previous games which means both sets of players can enjoy this game just as much as each other. The main reason people enjoy Ratchet & Clank games is obviously the gameplay but in this instance, Insomniac Games has surprised many people (including myself) with a thorough and detailed story that is not seen in many Ratchet & Clank games. Without spoiling the story, the game focuses a lot on mental health and how to deal with your emotions and no, it doesn’t come across as forced or fake at all - I would actually say it’s the complete opposite and comes across to the player as very authentic which many games struggle with and ultimately loses the connection with the player. The gameplay is very well refined and overall is a improvement on previous entries, however I feel like it does get slightly repetitive in the last few hours of the game. Most games in this genre do struggle with similar issues which is understandable. I encountered very few bugs/glitches in the game and when I did all I had to do was restart from my previous checkpoint if my character got stuck and at one point I had to restart the game because the weapons shop froze, I was also very fortunate that I didn’t experience any crashes. Overall this game is definitely worth the money and in my opinion it validates the price increase in Sony’s first/second party games. A technical and visual masterpiece that shows what the PS5 is truly capable of, this is why we need exclusive PS5 games. Expand
  100. Jun 17, 2021
    9
    This is a great game. Not just a great next gen game, but a great game all around. This is not my favorite ratchet and clank (I think some of the humor of the past wasn't all there), but this is definitely up there. I definitely recommend it if you have a ps5.
Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 1 out of 127
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2022
    100
    One of the first real reasons to buy PS5. This intergalactic adventure of famous series is full of great gameplay, inventive game design, gripping story, and great characters. It's a game for everyone who owns PS5. Actually, it’s a game for everyone.
  2. Sep 11, 2021
    95
    What’s so good about this installment of Ratchet and Clank is that it is a true labor of love. There is no other way a game can feel so good, play so well, and take you on an impressive adventure all without that special ingredient to keep it going. The definition of a next-gen title, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is a must-play that will leave you super satisfied and hungry for another big game like this one.
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2021
    78
    The experience is so captivating, you’ll probably want to blast through the entire 10-15 hour story in one go. But the final is really disappointing: basically, the entire game is just a warm-up, while the important events will happen in the next one. [Issue#254, p.36]