Crash Bandicoot Original Trilogy

Crash Bandicoot 1,2,AND3

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The Crash Bandicoot Main Menu from the original Crash Bandicoot for Playstation One.

Ah yes. The Crash Bandicoot original trilogy. The “Star Wars” of the gaming industry. Ok maybe they’re not that big, but they’re a pretty iconic trilogy for gaming everywhere, despite being Playstation platformers. If you’re not completely sure what the whole Crash story is, you don’t have to start with game number one. That’s one of the many things great about the Crash series. You can really start off anywhere. Kind of like The Legend of Zelda. Every game has pretty much the same overall ordeal. Villain wants to take over the world (or universe). You, as the hero, save the world. Happy ending, with of course a twist nobody ever suspects in the middle.

Crash Bandicoot: The original, 1994, industry changing game. Its “cartoony” appearance doesn’t mean it’s a kids game. Its fun for all ages! The graphics are absolutely stunning for 1994 when it was released. Probably the best on the Playstation at that time. Not many games had voice acting like Crash did either. Since it was made in 1994, before analog sticks on the PS, the controls are a bit clunky, but what else can you expect? The sound effects could also be a little better. Overall, a must own for any gamer!

Crash Banditoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back: “He’s baaaaaaack” is the slogan for the sequel to Crash Bandicoot: Crash Bandicoot 2. Sometimes in game series’ the first is always the best. Well not in this case. Crash Bandicoot 2 in my opinion is far better than the first. Being designed with analog sticks in mind, the controls are fun and easy to use. The graphics are about twice as good as the first. And with no particular story line continuance, players don’t even have to play the original Crash if they don’t want to. Gameplay is very enjoyable, and there are secret levels and hints for the players enjoyment to figure out! This game must be in your PlayStation library!

Crash Bandicoot 3: WARPED: The second sequel to Crash Bandicoot is better than the first, and better than the second! The best graphics so far in the Crash series. A variety of levels including racing, underwater, and even space. For the first time ever players get to play as Coco Bandicoot on select levels. A list of 5 power ups make Crash more powerful and more fun to play as than ever before. More challenging levels and speed runs make for a longer and more enhanced gameplay experience. Being one of the best games on PlayStation One everyone needs to own a copy!

O V E R A L L --- Overall, this trilogy is a must, must, must have for any Playstation owner! The JRMS ratings are as follows: Crash Bandicoot - A; Cortex Strikes Back - A+; WARPED - A+. Don’t miss out on this great experience. Resident Evil, Metal Gear Solid, and the Final Fantasy’s are among the best PS1 games, but don’t overlook the Crash Bandicoot series while you search for the good PS1 games! The graphics are superior for the times they were released. If you have a PS1, PS2, or backwards compatible PS3 don’t miss out on this great gameplay experience!

Crash Bandicoot (PS1 [downloadable on PSN for PS3 and PSP])

Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back (PS1 [downloadable on PSN for PS3 and PSP])

Crash Bandicoot 3: WARPED (PS1 [downloadable on PSN for PS3 and PSP])