For those who grew up gaming in the '90s, Crash Bandicoot was one of the biggest icons of the PlayStation generation. Many nostalgic gamers managed to relive the joys of the crazy marsupial a few years ago when the original trilogy was remastered for latest generation consoles as part of the Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy. As much as Crash fans enjoyed the remake, it's been over 10 years since a new Crash Bandicoot game was released.
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Well, great news for all those fans, Activision Blizzard and developer Toys for Bob, are giving fans the true sequel to the original trilogy with Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time.
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time is not a remaster, but the first original entry in the Crash franchise in more than 10 years. To celebrate, Toys for Bob is excited to introduce a fresh art style for Crash to fans that maintains the zany spirit of the franchise while also breathing new personality and charm into it.
"Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time stands on the shoulders of the core precision gameplay we all fell in love with in the '90s," said Paul Yan, Co-Studio Head at Toys for Bob. "This epic new adventure spans space and time, introducing new ways to platform that both long-time fans and new players alike will enjoy mastering. Get ready to fall in love with the mutant marsupials all over again!"
Throughout this adventure, players will uncover four Quantum Masks, the guardians of space and time, that will give them the ability to bend the rules of reality and gain advanced ways to conquer dangerous obstacles. In the trailer, we were shown the Time Mask, which slows everything down, and the Gravity Mask, enabling bandicoots to platform upside down. Fans will see an evolution of the Crash they know and love, equipped with advanced gameplay mechanics like wall-running, rail grinding and rope swinging. They'll be able to play as Crash or Coco on their journey to save the multiverse, and new playable characters, including the fiendish Neo Cortex, will also emerge to provide an alternative perspective on our hero bandicoots' quest to defeat their nefarious nemeses.
"Our teams have delivered two awesome remastered Crash Bandicoot experiences and the community passion for the series continues to be incredible. Now it is time to turn the page and give players something entirely new," said Rob Kostich, President at Activision. "Loyal fans have been patiently waiting to see the journey continue for their favourite marsupial, and we're giving players the completely new experience they deserve with Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time."
To celebrate the reveal of Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, Activision has teamed up with hip hop star and fellow Crash aficionado Quavo, from the music trio Migos. Check out the game's official trailer here
