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Crash Bandicoot PS4 remasters are being developed by Vicarious Visions

Next year's Crash Bandicoot remasters are being developed by Activision studio Vicarious Visions, Sony has confirmed. The games were originally developed by Uncharted studio Naughty Dog.

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Relientk772964d ago

Can't wait for these Crash remasters

naruga2964d ago (Edited 2963d ago )

Ridiculous Activision... Vicarious visions?? ..ohh F..this ,Crash is really dead ..WE DIDNT ASK FOR THIS ..i dont want to see him at all, no remaster no nothing...it would be better they never had started all this hype-baiting thing..
lame , just lame ...worst let down ever ...i will pass and boycott the games

If Activision denied to sell the rights back, Sony should have left Crash die for good, showing the superiority of their games back in PS1 when they were made by ND ...Now they just help a lame company to milk an already rotten IP with probably the same garbage results

Iberius2964d ago

If people boycott the remasters, I highly doubt we will be getting a new Crash game. This is Activision and Sony testing the waters.

Rhezin2964d ago

that's stupid. Don't boycott the remasters boycott that damn skylanders!

Deadpooled2964d ago (Edited 2964d ago )

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These guys have done Crash games before in the early 2000's for the Gameboy Advance handheld, also they are the Skylanders developers and making the Skylanders Crash edition. Personally I would have preferred a proven developer to handle the remaster such as Bluepoint or passed on to Sanzaru, I was going to preorder but now holding off to see how this turns out before deciding whether to support it. As long as they keep the art style and smooth out the ps1 roughness, and keep the old skool style crash instead of that goofy Skylanders Crash (plus the usual 1080p 60fps for platformers) would likely be satisfied with the remaster

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GrimmyReaper2964d ago

@Iberius
"This is Activision and Sony testing the waters."

The fuck? Not even Activision or Sony is blind to the demand of a new Crash Bandicoot game. That's a lame excuse =|

Boycotting the remaster will indeed not do anything at all.

Dir_en_grey2964d ago (Edited 2964d ago )

@naruga
If the old formula is no fun for you to want to play it, why would you want a new one? If they change the game play the old timers are just going to whine like you are now anyway. So if not for the old game play, do you expect they just magically revolutionize platformers that nobody else did with this title?
If they revolutionize the game then the character could be a new mascot instead of Crash.
So you don't even want to play the old games meaning the old gameplay is not attractive anymore. So why make yourself sound like you are a big Crash fan? You just like his looks or what? Or are you just an Xbot trolling a PS4 exclusive?

garrettbobbyferguson2964d ago

Yeah, Boycott the remasters. Keep people from finally experiencing actual good games.

IamTylerDurden12964d ago

Boycott Skylanders, not the remasters.

Your angst is misplaced.

If the remasters generate heat then we will likely see a new Crash game developed by Sony. Even if Activision is still attached i'm sure a competent Sony related studio would dev a new Crash. By boycotting the remasters u are killing the chance for a reboot.

aPerson2963d ago

Vicarious Visions also developed Crash Nitro Kart, which is highly underrated IMO. They are huge Crash fans.

-Foxtrot2963d ago

Yeah come the hell on guys look at Vicarious Visions past work...it's terrible.

It should have been an in house job by Sony

They don't deserve this and if it fails...well we know why

InTheLab2963d ago

Do research on this studio. VV made the best spiderman games back in the day...

hiredhelp2963d ago

He has a point thoe we never wanted this,we hoped sony get back the liscence make crash instead activision knocked up some studio not even sure there have the real passion of naughty dog in there creation of crash.

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jessionpc2964d ago

I'm curious, because he worded it very specifically... With a term that is still VERY new and manipulative in this industry...

Are these Remakes? Revisions? HD Remasters? High graphic fidelity remasters?... I don't know... I'm half expecting a ps1 game with an hd coat of paint... Which ofcourse WILL PISS EVERYONE OFF.

Did you listen to the crowd when he said remaster? Yea. They ALL went quiet.

Deadpooled2964d ago

He said 'from the ground up' everyone in the crowd went nuts one of the biggest cheers of the conference (Kojima's was the biggest understandably), it was when he mentioned Skylanders Crash and showed it when they went quiet.

TheUndertaker852963d ago

It is simple remasters. People are getting their hopes up for nothing.

People seem to know which three games they're going to be. "From the ground up" in this instance will mean new textures, not new games.

Duh. Could anyone imagine PSOne textures upscaled to HD? We've already seen PS2 and PS3 games done like that and they're frankly ugly, nowhere near HD. GTA San Andreas "upgraded" for PS3 & 360 is a prime example. Doing PSOne games that way would be even worse.

They'll get support the PS4 already has as a standard. Trophies, new textures, streaming support, and if PS4 purchasers are lucky better photo mode support.

I-Hate-usernames2964d ago

I would prefer a remake but at least we got a remaster.

ninsigma2964d ago

It's from the ground up so it'll be brand new assets.

NotEvenMyFinalForm2964d ago

it has to be. Can you imagine a PS4 game with PS1's texture crawl? XD

mocaak2964d ago

I just hope that gameplay stays exactly the same, but with improved physics.

FallenAngel19842964d ago

@ NotEven

You mean like the FFVII remaster currently available on PS4?

KwietStorm_BLM2964d ago

Well thats the PC version, firstly, and it looks noticeably smoother than the original PlayStation version. It also wasn't made with new assets.

BlakHavoc2964d ago

Ppl complaining about this need to realize that this is your opportunity to prove that you could support a crash remake or reboot. I think if this collection sells well, you'll get your reboot/remake.

ninsigma2964d ago

That's what I think as well. They wouldn't bring him back just to do a few remasters.

BlakHavoc2964d ago

Yea me too, I don't think its something they did just to shut fans up. But I do think if the collection sells poorly thats it for Crash, and gamers have no one to blame but themselves.

Fez2963d ago

What are you saying BlakHavoc? Gamers should support utter crap on the off chance they decide to develop a better game in the future? So the option for everyone who wants a Crash sequel is to buy the remakes no matter how they turn out. That isn't how it's supposed to work you know.

No doubt they are testing the waters of a full Crash sequel, but if it turns out as a mediocre remaster and gamers don't buy it meaning Activision don't invest in a sequel, it's Activision who is at fault for developing an average remaster. And really, Crash fans most likely do not want a remaster, they want a whole new experience. I probably won't buy this because I went through 1-3 a couple of years ago. If it's different enough (like R&C) I will, but if it's just a lick of paint it's not for me. Surely they can see by the Ratchet and Clank release that there is a market for it. Activision are playing it too safe by making a remaster and if they use that as an excuse for not making a new one, the blame goes on them.

Thatguy-3102964d ago

If we do get a reboot/remake it won't be under Sony which the majority of us actually wanted because of how they would handle the project. It's obvious that won't happen seeing how Activision still has the rights.

BlakHavoc2964d ago

For sure, I'm surprised they didn't just hand the rights over to Sony. I think they see an opportunity to profit so they decided to hold on to the rights and just partner with them instead. I think it'll sell like gangbusters and we'll get a reboot.

KwietStorm_BLM2964d ago

That's probably what the idea is, but telling me I have to spend my money to basically invest in a possibility is a lot to ask for some people.

BlakHavoc2964d ago

No doubt, but I think that's what they're doing here. Basically saying ok gamers, "put your money where your mouth is".

Germany72964d ago

It will sell well, just like R&C.

BlakHavoc2964d ago

That's the big question

Monster_Tard2963d ago (Edited 2963d ago )

It's being made by one of the teams that develops the Skylander games. Activision's use of Crash is what lead to the drought in the first place, If these remasters end up being bad then what would be the point in supporting them if it would only lead to more bad Crash games from Activision?

BlakHavoc2963d ago (Edited 2963d ago )

Exactly. I think they want a piece of the crash pie though cause they see gamers clamoring for it. But instead of investing millions they probably want to test the waters by releasing remasters of good games which is probably one of the safest approaches devs can take.

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nevin12964d ago

"But I do think if the collection sells poorly thats it for Crash, and gamers have no one to blame but themselves." Blakhavoc

That doesnt make sense. You can't blame consumers. Especially in this situation when clearly crash fans wanted a new game.

So if it doesn't sale, that goes on Sony/Activision.

vickers5002964d ago (Edited 2964d ago )

You absolutely CAN blame consumers. Game devs are running a business, not a charity. Sony and Activison are seeing if people still ACTUALLY care about crash (enough to purchase it) or if it's just a bunch of whiny nerds pining for the good old days.

If you want a new crash, then buy the remasters, otherwise you have no one to blame but yourself if Crash never returns. It kinda sucks, yeah, but we don't live in an idealistic world where large publishers make games to be nice, they make them to make money. You can sit and whine about how unfair and bullcrap it is, or you can swallow your petty principles, join the real world, and buy these stupid remasters to prove to these greedy corporations that they need to make a new one, because a bunch of fanboys asking for crash for years and years ISN'T proof that a new crash will sell well.

Braxmapoutras2964d ago (Edited 2964d ago )

I agree with you...if we want a new crash game we need to support this test whatever it may be...it's still crash games and the ones we all loved so you can't do wrong here...and if it's made like ratchet it will be a dream though :-) At least I will support it ;-)

fatsodubmo2964d ago

So If I want a new Metroid Prime I have to go out and buy That Federation Force bullshit? Dafuqouttahere

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BlakHavoc2964d ago

How does it not make sense, they're clearly uncertain about the chance to profit off a Crash remake or else they would have pulled the trigger. So instead this is what we get for now, an opportunity to showcase that we can and will support Crash well into the future. Activision has the rights actually and I think the remaster collection is their doing, they aren't going from CoD which sells like Crazy to Crash which may or may not prove to be a dead franchise.

shinoff21832964d ago

Crash with better graphics, even if its just a remaster, Im in for that. I honestly dont see the problem. I wanted a new one to but this aint hurting nobody. I think it will sell well, especially if its 3 games for the price of one. Really the only way they can screw this up for me is if it releases only digital.

Deadpooled2964d ago

Price point for the trilogy could also turn out to be a deciding factor in sales, Ratchet and Clank reboot from the ground up and a new Quartu and Deplanetiser sold great with a lower price point (around £26-28 in the UK, I think it was around $40 in the US), a similar price point, marketing and word-of-mouth could help this Crash trilogy become a big seller

Rhezin2964d ago

AGREED. I want a physical copy

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Sea of Thieves Developer Rare Now Has a Dedicated Doggo Park

Rare, the developer behind pirate adventure Sea of Thieves, has introduced a dedicated dog park to its studio grounds for employees' good boys and girls.

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CrimsonWing691d 5h ago

Is the industry hurting for money or not?

Hofstaderman1d 5h ago

They belong to XBOX. Its a dog's life....

Chocoburger1d 5h ago

Nice thing they did, but not actually gaming related, not sure why this article was approved. Also strange informing us what game Rare worked on, as if we don't know their legacy.

Tacoboto1d 4h ago

Sorry you hate dog news - here's a game-related headline for you, the latest: "Deathsprint 66 is a hyperviolent freerunner that proves game journos suck at games | Video Gamer"

Yeah we need more headlines like *that* on this site, instead of news about a studio's employee perks.

GaboonViper1d 4h ago

Its actually nice to see a story like this instead of the usual doom and gloom but people still moan, anyhow hope these beautiful doggos have a great life.

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GaboonViper1d 4h ago

Really nice story, kudos to Rare.

Mulletino11h ago

I went to look at new apartments and saw only dog parks, no kid parks. We're so screwed.

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Concept Art For Bluepoint's Next Game Spotted In PlayStation Tour Video

A new PlayStation Malaysia tour video shows what looks to be concept art for Bluepoint's next game.

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phoenixwing1d 8h ago

Damn was hoping for a fantasy setting. Looks futuristic

jznrpg1d 7h ago (Edited 1d 7h ago )

I think that’s a screensaver if you look to the right it looks more like a fantasy game and so does the concept art leaked earlier. Who knows though

phoenixwing9h ago

Unless that structure/pillar thingy in the right picture is long forgotten technology it's futuristic.

Name Last Name1d 8h ago (Edited 1d 8h ago )

Another shooter? Yawn. Thought the prevous concept looked more fantasy.

just_looken18h ago

With there same look on the right a arena setting this might be live service game #5 from sony

So a live service shooter like concord.....

StormSnooper17h ago

It looks like a fantasy game on the right screen. You are looking at a screensaver.

Goodguy011d 8h ago

Been looking forward to what they have next. Looks interesting.

Eonjay1d 8h ago

Really excited to see them release an original IP

GaboonViper1d 4h ago

Looks like my dream of them remaking Metal Gear Solid is over, still cant wait to see what they are cooking up.

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World of Warcraft developers form wall-to-wall union at Blizzard Entertainment

The new unit comprises over 500 developers representing the entire World of Warcraft development team.

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XiNatsuDragnel1d 18h ago

Unions in gaming are necessary fr fr

montebristo1d 6h ago

I used to be anti-union, it kills productivity, investment and turns product mediocre. Their games suck anyways though so what was lost? Might as well get their people paid until they are dissolved.

shinoff21831d 6h ago

Unions are necessary regardless of how you feel. You know how fked the working class would be without them. As if we're not already.

montebristo1d 5h ago

No they aren’t, regardless of how you feel. Unions make zero sense for skill based labor. They are for people who press a button every 10 seconds on an assembly line. “working class” is a made up term. I don’t care about corporations or developers, I just want good games lol. Killing your incentives to appease the lowest common denominator doesn’t lead to great games imo

montebristo23h ago(Edited 23h ago)

I wasn’t trying to be offensive if I came off that way. The Union is an old mentality and I can see their usefulness but also the danger. We’re in the age of AI and robots and skill based labor. Unions can be dangerous these days. You could replace your entire workforce in one move. Checkmate. Look to the kiosk replacing workers in the 20 dollar minimum wage era.

Well run businesses don’t need unions. If you need a Union that business won’t survive anyway. Unless it’s propped up by the government with corporate welfare (which is the real issue). If you’re not going to spend some on your workers (Amazon, Google) then your welfare is cut off. No tax breaks. All you put together don’t match their wealth and resources, the union is a traditional memory at this point and counterproductive with this new enemy we face. They need a flying elbow from the top ropes. And by “working class is a made up term” I just mean we’re not a class system and even CEO Bobby Kotick puts in a days work lol. Or did.. It’s just a vague term that doesn’t mean anything no offense lol. People say “middle class” but that can change quick right? Up or down. That’s not a “class system”.