Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction

"Tools of Destruction......Damn Right!"

The story of Ratchet and Clank continues with Tools of Destruction. For us platformer lovers this was a long time coming. Thank goodness Insomniac let the game release a week early so we wouldn't have to wait any longer.



Story -
R&C again once has an intriguing story to follow up with the amazing gameplay and production values. Besides dealing with an all-new bad guy, Ratchet through this new villain is learning new things about his past. While Clank is also a key part to the story, he begins to see tiny robots called Zoni, that only he can see. New awesome characters including Crunk and Rusty Pete lead the back-up in one of the most in-depth R&C stories yet. Oh and you can't forget about Quark.

Presentation -
What do you really expect from Insomniac? It's obviously a great package with everything you'd want in a videogame. Slick, pretty, humorous and awesome.

Gameplay -
Like always what makes this action/platformer a blast to play is the gameplay. From shooting guns, blasting bombs, grinding rails, flying spaceships, sky-diving, puzzles.......oh and there's plenty of replay value; upgrading the weapons, finding the gold bolts, discovering the Skill Points, Challenge Mode, Controlling Zoni, Bashing Boxes and collecting millions of bolts etc.

Visuals and Audio -
Again, it's Insomniac. They're at the top when it comes to both. This is probably the best looking game out right now. Not in a detailed manner, but in a lively, "look at that" type way. Beautiful game.

Controls -
Again, this is Insomniac's 5th outing in the R&C world. They have the controls down sooo well. If you fall off a cliff, miss a jump, aim poorly.....it's all your fault. The sixaxis control is used really well also....the flying and puzzles are a blast to use with the sixaxis.

Fun Factor -
For R&C vets, you shouldn't be surprised by anything here. But it's just like the old ones....a complete and utter joy to play. To me, R&C is pure videogaming joy. Fun, fun, fun.

Flaws -
There were a couple weird glitches every once in a while. But I dont give a damn, and neither should you.
Not as difficult as the previous ones, but don't get me wrong, it still has it's moments. The 5 rounder + two boss battles in a row comes to mind.

There ya have it. Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction is another successful hit for Insomniac. Right now at Halloween 2007 the top games for PS3 are Resistance: Fall of Man, Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Motorstorm and Heavenly Sword. And now a top five is complete. It's the most complete game you can buy right now. If you like R&C, you'll enjoy this.

Reviewer's Score: 9/10, Originally Posted: 10/30/07

Game Release: Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction (US, 10/23/07)