If you played the original Ratchet & Clank, you may notice familiar areas. It’s not the most original tale ever told, but the excellent writing and voice acting help drive home the game’s central themes. Ratchet & Clank remains a lovable tale about beating the odds and becoming the hero you always knew you could be. It’s fascinating to hear Qwark narrating the game by giving out clues or making minor quips.įortunately, the changes do little to detract from the heartwarming story. While the events of the film take place from Ratchet’s perspective, the events of the game take place from Qwark’s perspective, recounting the tale to someone who has already seen the film. Probably the biggest change is the fact that Ratchet & Clank is based on the upcoming film (hitting theaters April 29) of the same name.

For example, certain characters possess different motivations, some plot beats are dropped in favor of something new, and there’s an entirely new twist towards the end of the game. The duo team up in an attempt to help the Rangers, and put an end to Drek’s schemes. While the plot follows similar beats to its 2002 original, Insomniac Games did take numerous liberties. After being deemed unsuitable by the Rangers, Ratchet meets Clank, who informs him of a nefarious plot by Chairman Drek. Ratchet is a lonely Lombax living on the planet of Veldin who dreams of being a Galactic Ranger like his idol, Captain Qwark. Ratchet & Clank retells the origin story we all know and love. Based on the upcoming film based on the original game, is this retelling of Ratchet & Clank the ultimate love letter to fans? The duo stands as one of PlayStation’s most iconic characters and was one of the few Sony IPs to make the jump from PS2 to PS3, and now PS4. Neither company could have fathomed just how iconic the furry Lombax and his mechanical partner would become.

It’s been over a decade since Sony and Insomniac Games first introduced PlayStation fans to Ratchet & Clank.

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