Rachet & Clank [1] [2] is a 3D platformer/shooter developed primarily by Insomniac Games, for the PS2, PS3, PSP, PSVita, PS4 and PS5.
Series description[]
The games take place in a science fiction setting and follow the adventures of Ratchet (an animalistic human-like alien known as a Lombax, who is a mechanic) and Clank (a diminutive, sentient robot) as they travel through the universe, saving it from evil forces, such as Dr. Nefarious, on a regular basis, with the help of the bumbling Captain Qwark. The series is noted for the inclusion of many exotic and unique, over the top weapons and devices, something that Insomniac Games also expanded into their other games like the Resistance series.[3] The Ratchet & Clank series has become one of the most popular PlayStation franchises, becoming so popular enough to earn its own film.
Connection With All-Stars[]
- Ratchet & Clank appear as playable characters using many of the weapons from their series. Mr. Zurkon also appears as a weapon used by Ratchet and Aphelion is used in his Level 3 super move.
- Metropolis appears as a stage, and is a mash up of the Ratchet & Clank and the God of War series. Captain Qwark from the series also appears in the stage, and can eventually be seen being attacked by a Hydra in the background of the level.
- The Nanotech Crate, Razor Claws and Fusion Bomb also appear in the game as items.
- The stage San Francisco is a mash-up between Resistance and Ratchet & Clank. Dr. Nefarious makes an appearance.
- Captain Qwark appears as Ratchet's minion.
- Dr. Nefarious appears as an minion, added for free after Patch 1.07. He is unlocked after reaching rank 80 with 3 different characters.
- Zoni and Azimuth appear as DLC minions.
Trivia[]
- The Ratchet & Clank series has 17 games, and is tied with Metal Gear for the most games represented as a result.
Releases[]
- Ratchet & Clank (PS2) 2002
- Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando (PS2) 2003
- Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal (PS2) 2004
- Ratchet: Deadlocked (PS2) 2005
- Ratchet & Clank: Going Mobile (Mobile) 2005
- Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters (PSP/PS2) 2007
- Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction (PS3) 2007
- Secret Agent Clank (PSP/PS2/PSVita) 2008
- Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty (PSN) 2008
- Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time (PS3) 2009
- Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One (PS3) 2011
- Ratchet & Clank Collection (PS3) 2012
- Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault (PS3/PSVita) 2012
- Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus (PS3) 2013
- Ratchet & Clank: Before the Nexus (Mobile) 2013
- Ratchet & Clank (PS4) 2016
- Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (PS5) 2021
Guest Apperances[]
- Jak and Daxter series
- Resistance series
- Hot Shots Golf Fore! - 2004 (PS2)
Comics[]
- Ratchet & Clank (comic series) 2010 - 2011
- Ratchet & Clank (manga series) 2005 - 2008
Film[]
- Ratchet & Clank (film) 2016