

While many of the mechanics the series is known for make a repeat appearance – hover boots, swing shot – a few new toys come into play that helps 'Into the Nexus' feel like an interesting new entry rather than a repeat of prior episodes. What follows is some wonderful zero gravity platforming, rapid-fire encounters, and the shocking demise of a few long-time characters of the series, which I won't spoil here.Īs an abbreviated version of the previous Ratchet and Clank adventures, 'Into the Nexus' is spread out over a handful of worlds, each introducing a good amount of game play variety. In dramatic fashion, her "twin" brother (they couldn't be any more opposite looking) Neftin charges ahead to spring her from captivity. It begins with a marvelously epic prologue with the partners transporting a female prisoner by the name of Vendra Prog. 'Into the Nexus' tells a much darker story than many of the previous Ratchet and Clank games. Developed with the single player experience in mind, 'Into the Nexus' is likely the Ratchet and Clank game fans have been waiting for since 'A Crack in Time'. Collect Raritanium, which can be synced with your PSN account and used in the exciting new PS3 game Ratchet and Clank: Nexus.- Characters from the all new Ratchet and Clank: Nexus PS3 game.- Sync Raritanium picked up in Ratchet and Clank: Before the Nexus with the PS3 version of Ratchet and Clank: Nexus.- Exciting endless grindrail/running action! Jump between rails to avoid hazards.- Classic weapons from the Ratchet and Clank franchise including the Buzz Blades, Predator Launcher, and R.Y.N.O.m- Purchase gadgets using collected bolts to extend gameplay even further! Thwart your foes with the Tornado Launcher or send them into a funk-induced craze using the Groovitron.Where 'Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One' delivered a 4-player cooperative (and mostly enjoyable) experience, and the more recent 'Full Frontal Assault' provided an interesting take on tower defense, 'Into the Nexus' gets back to what has made the series such a strong contender and solid performer since it was first introduced more than 10 years ago. Fight off Vendra and Neftin Prog as well as their assortment of evil minions, including the return of Thugs 4 Less! Hop between grindrails while avoiding hazards to collect bolts that can be used to upgrade Ratchet's weapons and armor. Ratchet and Clank: Before the Nexus brings the excitement of infinite running to the classic Ratchet and Clank franchise.
