| File Size | 347MB |
| Genre | Action, Platform |
| Console | PS2 |
| Developer | Traveller’s Tales |
| Region | USA |
| File Format | ISO |
| Released Date | 2001 |
Description
Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex is a platforming video game developed for PS2. The game was published by Universal Interactive. It is the fourth installment of the main series. This game also has a story. The game centers around the presence of Crunch Bandicoot, a genetically advanced bandicoot created by the main antagonist of the series. Dr. Neo Cortex harnesses the power of a group of destructive spirits known as the Elementals. The game’s main character Crash Bandicoot and his sister Coco must travel the world to collect special crystals, which will return the elements to a hibernating state and thwart the antagonist Cortex’s plan to use Crunch as a weapon of world domination.
The game received mixed reviews upon release. According to many reviewers, the game recycled elements from its previous series predecessors with minimal innovation. After its release, this PlayStation 2 edition sold 1.56 million plus copies in North America. The game is recorded in the list of best sellers for various Sony PlayStation platforms.
Gameplay
It is a platform game where the player controls Crash and Coco and the game is played from a third-person perspective. Coco and Crash must collect 25 crystals in this game, and defeat the main antagonist of the story. Dr. Neo Cortex’s new superweapon is Crunch Bandicoot, the main source of Crunch’s power. Most of the game is played in a virtual reality hub system created by Coco where the main character helps Crash collect crystals. The VR Hub system is divided into 5 parts. Each VR hub has five teleportation portals on different levels. The goal of each of these levels is to find and collect hidden crystals in the area. Most levels have a bonus platform, where players must navigate a maze and collect everything in sight. Completing five levels of a VR hub spawns a sixth teleportation portal for a boss fight with Crunch. The game is won when all the crystals are collected and dr Cortex and Crunch are defeated.
Crash and Coco Bandicoot start the game with 5 lives. They only lose their first life when an enemy attack hits or takes any other damage. More lives can be earned by collecting 100 Umpa Fruits or breaking a special crate. Coco and Crash can be protected from enemy attacks by collecting the Aku Aku Mask. When Coco and Crash get their lives back in this game, it’s game over.
Features
- Apart from crystals, gems, and colored gems are also collected in this game.
- The player must enter a “time trial” mode to obtain the Relic.
- Players do not lose any lives in time trial mode.
- Sapphire, Gold, and Platinum Relics are won based on how low the player’s final time is.
- Coco and Crash have 5 lives in a match.
- Through the Aku Aku mask, Crash and Coco can be protected from enemy attacks.
- These wheat characters can earn more lives by breaking a special crate or Collecting 100 “Oompa Fruits”.
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