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Fans are excited by a recent social media post from Beenox, hinting at a possible new Crash Bandicoot project, potentially a new game or animation, but nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
Fans believe that a new Crash Team Racing game may be in development after Beenox updated and then removed banner art featuring Crash in his kart, hinting at a possible sequel or new installment.
Netflix is developing an animated series based on the iconic 1990s video game Crash Bandicoot, produced by WildBrain Studios, with plot details and cast yet to be announced, and a release date still pending.
Andrew Gavin, the original lead programmer of Crash Bandicoot, praised the N. Sane Trilogy for its visuals and atmosphere but criticized its jumping mechanics, arguing that the remake's simplified fixed jumps lost the nuanced control of the original, making the gameplay feel worse despite better hardware.
Andy Gavin, co-creator of Crash Bandicoot, praised the remake for its visuals but criticized the altered jumping mechanic, which he believes lost the nuanced control of the original game due to the simplified fixed jumps instead of the original's dynamic, input-sensitive system. He also shared insights on how Crash succeeded in Japan through significant localization changes, including audio and voice-over adjustments, highlighting the importance of cultural adaptation in game success.
Naughty Dog co-founder Andrew Gavin criticized the 2017 Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy for changing the game's jumping mechanic, replacing the original's variable jump height with a fixed, maximum height jump, which he believes worsened the gameplay experience despite the remaster's visual fidelity.
A former Naughty Dog programmer criticizes the 2017 Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy remake for allegedly mishandling the game's jumping mechanics, claiming it differs significantly from the original due to technical changes in input handling. However, personal testing suggests the differences may be minimal, and the remake still feels authentic to long-time fans.
Sega of America CEO Shuji Utsumi revealed that studios rejected his attempts to develop a Crash Bandicoot movie, citing a lack of interest from Hollywood, unlike the successful Sonic the Hedgehog films. Despite Crash's historical popularity, the property has not been pursued for a film adaptation, especially with rights now held by Microsoft after its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
The PlayStation Store is offering up to 70% off on popular PS5 and PS4 games, including the Crash Bandicoot Crashiversary Bundle, which is 60% off at $47.99 until July 3. The bundle includes five games, such as Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Nitros Oxide Edition), and Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, providing a great deal for fans of the iconic series.
The article ranks the top 20 PlayStation games of all time, celebrating Sony's 30-year legacy in gaming. It highlights iconic titles like "Metal Gear Solid," "Final Fantasy VII," and "Resident Evil 2," which have defined the PlayStation era with their groundbreaking gameplay and storytelling. The list includes a mix of genres, from survival horror and RPGs to fighting games and platformers, showcasing the diverse and influential library that has kept PlayStation at the forefront of the gaming industry.
Former developer Nicholas Kole revealed that a fifth mainline Crash Bandicoot game was in development but got canceled. This revelation came as Kole discussed the cancellation of another game, Project Dragon, which was a sandbox survival crafting multiplayer RPG inspired by Minecraft and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Former Toys For Bob artist Nicholas Kole revealed that a fifth Crash Bandicoot game was cancelled, along with another project called 'Project Dragon'. Toys For Bob, which split from Activision after Microsoft's acquisition, had previously developed successful Crash Bandicoot titles and transitioned to supporting Call of Duty.
A former developer revealed that a planned Crash Bandicoot 5 game, which he worked on for over three years, was canceled, and its eventual disclosure will "break hearts" of fans. Despite concerns, the canceled project is not related to Spyro. The developer, Nicholas Kole, did not provide further details due to an NDA. Toys For Bob, the studio behind Crash Bandicoot 4, recently went independent and is now partnering with Xbox for a new, undisclosed project.
Nicholas Kole, a character designer for Crash Bandicoot 4, revealed on social media that a planned Crash Bandicoot 5 game was cancelled, disappointing fans who were hoping for a new installment in the series.
Toys for Bob, the developer behind Crash Bandicoot and Spyro, has officially become an independent studio after leaving Activision. The studio will partner with Xbox to publish its next game, which is in early development. Rumors suggest a potential new Spyro game, but platform releases beyond Xbox are not yet confirmed.