Several months ago, Insomniac Games revealedRatchet and Clank: Rift Apart,which is the upcoming new entry to the classic platformer game that has been on hiatus since 2016. Of course, veteran players would know that theRatchet and Clankfranchise is one of the PlayStation’s longest-running series out there, but it has been quiet over the last few years apart from the remake of the first game that was released several years ago.
Now, during Insomniac’s official reveal of the game, it appears thatRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartis shaping to be one of the most impressive games on the PS5, which will definitely excite longtime fans of the franchise. However, with 15 games under its arsenal, newcomers to the franchise might have a hard time knowing where to start. Now, here are the games that newbies should play first before delving deep intoRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartonce it releases to the PS5.
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Ratchet and Clank Remake
The 2016 remake of the firstRatchet and Clankgame is the best way for new players to get acquainted with the series. Not only does the remake allow players to experience the story of the original, but it is also the most visually appealing game in the franchise, especially since the older games haven’t aged all that well. However, players should also know thatthe 2016 remake ofRatchet and Clankdeviated a bit from the story of the original title, introducing some locations and characters sooner. Moreover, Dr. Nefarious from the thirdRatchet and Clankgame was already included in the remake, which is important given his involvement inRift Apart.
Ratchet and Clank Trilogy
Of course, players who really want to dive deeper into the lore ofRatchet and Clankshould at least play the first three games in the series. As previously mentioned, the graphics and controls of these old games may not be up to today’s standard. However, those who can get past that should know that the original trilogy provides a necessary overview of theRatchet and Clankuniverse. Additionally, it is worth noting that theRatchet and clanktrilogy propelled the entire franchise to what it is today, which is why it is important for new players to experience what these games have to offer before going intoRift Apart.
What To Expect in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart?
AlthoughRatchet and Clank: Rift Apart’srelease date is still unknown, fans are eagerly anticipating its release, especially after all the new features that Insomniac has worked into the upcoming game. During a gameplay showcase at Gamescom a few months ago, it has been revealed that the PS5’s SSD will be fully utilized inRift Apartwith the introduction ofthe dimensional shifting mechanic. Essentially, this means that the beefier internals of the PS5 will allow the game to load textures at lightning speeds. In the gameplay footage, the PS5 was able to transition between worlds in as little as two to three seconds.
Moreover, Ratchet will be getting plenty of new equipment and abilities inRift Apart. Thanks to Ratchet’s connection with Dr. Nefarious' dimensional rift gun, he can now teleport through rifts. Additionally,Ratchet also has a revamped arsenalin the upcoming game, and it has been confirmed that each of his new weapons will have their own unique characteristics, giving players a wide variety of options as they traverse through worlds. AlthoughRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartstill has no specific release date, Insomniac revealed that the game will be launched shortly after the release of the PS5, which means that at the very least, the game will be available to Sony’s next-gen console sometime this year.
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apartis planned to release shortly after the PS5’s launch.
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