The Bandicoot Returns (and It's About Time!) Crash's Nitro-Fueled Smash Thread

[Door Key Pig]

Not only that, but literally almost every video game system ever would have their mascots in the roster excluding some early 90s consoles like Bonk for the TurboGrafx-16 and whoever is consider the mascots for the Atari Jaguar and 3DO. CDI doesn't count.

Its most iconic characters of Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Peach, Link, Zelda and Ganondorf are already in the game anyway

 

[LiveStudioAudience]

3DO representation can only truly occur once we get John and/or Jane from Plumbers Don't Wear Ties as playable.

 

[CrusherMania1592]

It wasn't even Naughty Dog making the games anymore after CTR when Melee came out. Universal was juggling the IP-starting with Crash Bash, Cash Banooca's last PS1 game-in hopes of hitting the same sweet spot that Naughty Dog did with their four Crash games. In other words, Universal were milking Crash like a cow after Crash Bash and Wrath of Cortex.

TL;DR Crash totally would've been in Melee for the sake of promoting Wrath of Cortex, and Crash Bandicoot in general.

Really interesting concept you mentioned with WoC here. Especially with Crash aiming multi platform at the time being

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

So, a certain insider has possibly struck again. Take it with a if you must, but the timing of this seems like it could be accurate with the PS5 stream not being far off.

https://twitter.com/TheGamingRevo3/status/1270415343924715522

 

[ChunkySlugger72]

But wasn't Naughty Dog owned by Sony when Melee came out? Correct me if I'm wrong.

At the time, While Crash Bandicoot was in a 3-Way partnership with Sony, Naughty Dog and Universal Interactive, At the end of the day the IP has always belong to Universal since Day 1.

Crash Team Racing (1999) was Naughty Dog's last game for the franchise, I assume their contract with Universal was up and then for whatever reason Sony and Universal got together with Eurocom/Cerny Games for Crash Bash (2000) the last Crash Bandicoot game for the original Playstation while Naughty Dog moved on to PS2 development.

Sony bought out Naughty Dog in 2001 and while Crash Bandicoot is heavily associated with Sony's Playstation brand, I assume Universal thought that a big brand and IP like Crash would sell like hotcakes going multiplatform and of course decided to go that direction, But the quality and the sales of the franchise also declined.

Banjo-Kazooie missed out on Melee and he was owned by Nintendo, But despite Rareware being under the Nintendo umbrella, Sakurai stated that he would have still been difficult because of the language barrier and Rare being a western studio in the UK, If someone like Banjo couldn't have made it in, I kind of doubt Crash would have had a shot either.

Sonic the Hedgehog was also Mario's main rival and had the advantage of being owned by Sega another Japanese company which would have made communication much easier, Grant it who knows what was Sega feelings and relationship with Nintendo back in 2001 seeing how they had to "Tap Out" of the console wars.

I imagine Crash would be in the same circumstance as Sonic, But much more unlikely at the time since just like Banjo-Kazooie he was a western character and despite going 3rd Party at the time, We don't know how closely Nintendo was willing to work with Universal considering how they were working very closely with the enemy that is Sony.

Luckily for us Crash is back and his chances are as good as any and better than ever to join Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

 

[SpectreJordan]

Not only that, but literally almost every video game system ever would have their mascots in the roster excluding some early 90s consoles like Bonk for the TurboGrafx-16 and whoever is consider the mascots for the Atari Jaguar and 3DO. CDI doesn't count.

I’d say you’d need Ratchet & Kratos for the PS2/PS3/PS4.

I'm honestly shocked Crash wasn't such a more highly requested character until Ultimate, especially after Sonic got included after Brawl. And I'm honestly shocked Crash hasn't gotten included yet considering he was one of the three major gaming system mascots of the 90's to represent the PlayStation 1, just like how Mario represented Nintendo and Sonic represented the Genesis. I mean, just look at this magazine:

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Crash makes better sense then ever right now and even though I'm not too confident in his chances, him being in Smash would truly make this the Ultimate Smash game AND finally getting the opportunity for Mario, Sonic and Crash to be able to duke it out in the same video game just sounds like a childhood dream come true.

I don’t think he was requested that much because we were still unsure of how crazy they could truly get with third parties. I think Joker & Banjo proved that the sky was the limit.

 

[BirthNote]

I’d say you’d need Ratchet & Kratos for the PS2/PS3/PS4.

That'd be perfect, cuz those 2 series are literally the only ones that appeared on 3 Sony systems besides Gran Turino, and they're likely to be on PS5. They're Sony's longest running series and appeared on most of their platforms; they represent Playstation as a whole.

 

[Deleted member]

Well, looks like the new game will get revealed sooner than I expected:

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[Papa Pope]

Well, looks like the new game will get revealed sooner than I expected:

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Tomorrow's going to be a helluva day isn't it. Get hyped my dudes!!!

 

[YsDisciple]

Well, looks like the new game will get revealed sooner than I expected:

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Potential new Crash game announcement which could lead to Crash being announced soon after (via Nintendo) as one of the DLC Fighters in Vol. 2?!! LET'S GOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

 

[Enigma735]

I’d say you’d need Ratchet & Kratos for the PS2/PS3/PS4.



I don’t think he was requested that much because we were still unsure of how crazy they could truly get with third parties. I think Joker & Banjo proved that the sky was the limit.

Yeah agreed. Either way, I am seriously hoping for Crash and I will be devastated if he doesn't get included.

 

[Deleted member]

I suppose the new Crash game will get announced either at the PS5 event or the PC Gaming thing.

 

[PatPrime]

Hopefully there won't be some kind of exclusivity deal. I want it on my Switch lol.

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

Well, looks like the new game will get revealed sooner than I expected:

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TheGamingRevolution brought up Crash yesterday. You never know...

Hopefully there won't be some kind of exclusivity deal. I want it on my Switch lol.

There may not be. Those hashtags are there for a reason.

 

[Enigma735]

Hopefully there won't be some kind of exclusivity deal. I want it on my Switch lol.

I'm pretty sure it won't be a PS5 exclusive since the other games are on the Switch, and they have sold way too well to pass up a Switch version of the next game at this point

 

[CrashBandicootFan1]

TheGamingRevolution brought up Crash yesterday. You never know...

What did The Gaming Revolution say about Crash? I couldn't find the Tweet?

 

[ChunkySlugger72]

I'm pretty sure it won't be a PS5 exclusive since the other games are on the Switch, and they have sold way too well to pass up a Switch version of the next game at this point

I doubt it would be "Console Exclusive" and who knows if it will launch multiplatform like Nitro Fueled, But don't be surprised if Sony forks over some serious dough to Activision to lock it up as a "Timed Exclusive" for 1 year for the PS5 just like what they did N.Sane Trilogy.

 

[Enigma735]

I doubt it would be "Console Exclusive" and who knows if it will launch multiplatform like Nitro Fueled, But don't be surprised if Sony forks over some serious dough to Activision to lock it up as a "Timed Exclusive" for 1 year for the PS5 just like what they did N.Sane Trilogy.

Yeah true. At worst it will probably be a timed exclusive for a while until deciding to port it to other systems, but I completely expect the new game to be multi-platform eventually.

 

[Ben Holt]

Sabi spoke. She said that Crash Bandicoot's new game is likely in the PS5 reveal.

 

[smashkirby]

WOAH!!!!!

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[zumaddy]

Wooo, hype! Although I really really hope the new Crash game isn't Playstation locked... please be on PC or Switch as well :'(

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

I wonder who that punk girl in the top right corner is supposed to be. At any rate, I heard that all this merch is allegedly for the mobile spin-off (which would explain a lot, since a multiverse is involved in that).

What did The Gaming Revolution say about Crash? I couldn't find the Tweet?

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[PatPrime]

I wonder who that punk girl in the top right corner is supposed to be. At any rate, I heard that all this merch is allegedly for the mobile spin-off (which would explain a lot, since a multiverse is involved in that).

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Yup, still only care about Crash and Ratchet and Clank.

 

[zferolie]

I think this crash merch may be for that rumored crash game thats been floating for a few months. It said both Crash and Coco were playable, and coco has a bunch of merch here it seems, so it fits.

I would like to think this could also lead to crash in smash. Having him revealed at rhis years e3 after his game was announced would have made sense. I think its still possible we may see him revealed after the ARMS presentation, hoping this week or next.

I also still hope Coco is an alt at least. Love her, and she can work well as shown in the hd remakes.

 

[TechPowah]

I wonder who that punk girl in the top right corner is supposed to be.

If I can read the text right, that's actually supposed to be Tawna??

Quite a drastic redesign, whatever they're planning, especially since the other characters still seem to be in line with their remake trilogy designs

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

I think this crash merch may be for that rumored crash game thats been floating for a few months. It said both Crash and Coco were playable, and coco has a bunch of merch here it seems, so it fits.

I would like to think this could also lead to crash in smash. Having him revealed at rhis years e3 after his game was announced would have made sense. I think its still possible we may see him revealed after the ARMS presentation, hoping this week or next.

I also still hope Coco is an alt at least. Love her, and she can work well as shown in the hd remakes.

Now it's rumoured that the Crash game reveal might have been moved.

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If so, what is Activision playing at...?

 

[zferolie]

Now it's rumoured that the Crash game reveal might have been moved.

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If so, what is Activision playing at...?

Maybe Activision wants to reveal it on nintendos channel first?

If I can read the text right, that's actually supposed to be Tawna??

Quite a drastic redesign, whatever they're planning, especially since the other characters still seem to be in line with their remake trilogy designs

Yawna huh? Interesting... you got a higher quality pic?

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

Maybe Activision wants to reveal it on nintendos channel first?



Yawna huh? Interesting... you got a higher quality pic?

Probably, I didn't think about that. Could be an astute observation on your part.

Sounds like a parallel universe version of her. Maybe that version will appear in an anniversary update for CTR, as a tie-in promotion to the mobile game or other future project?

 

[TechPowah]

It might be me misreading it but I can definitely make out a "T A W"

 

[zumaddy]

Maybe they thought the Pamela Anderson look was outdated? I don't mind Tawna redesign at all and think it looks good BUT it might have been better off as a new character.

 

[zferolie]

Maybe they thought the Pamela Anderson look was outdated? I don't mind Tawna redesign at all and think it looks good BUT it might have been better off as a new character.

Maybe she just decided for a change? In game she hasnt been seen since the first game. Ctrs timeline i beleive is sketchy. I think maybe she decided to try a mew look after leaving crash for a little while

So, i havent touched CTR for months, because i got so pissed at their cash shop and the bad grind for coins. How is the game now? Still annoy grind? Are they still supporting the game?

 

[smashkirby]

Hmm... I don't think I'd like Tawna herself getting a redesign THAT drastic so soon. If it's like, a parallel world-version of her, fine. But Tawna herself looking like that suddenly? Eh...

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

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This mystery is calling up more mysteries...

 

[Enigma735]

Here is hoping the new Crash game is revealed at the PS5 event!

 

[ChunkySlugger72]

While I'm happy with just my Nintendo Switch at the moment, I have kinda of been debating if I should pick up a Playstation 5 or Xbox Series X.

Most 3rd party games rarely interest me as exclusives are what I mainly care about and I've been leaning more on the PS5 side seeing as Sony does a better job when it comes to exclusives, But I still want to see what Microsoft has in store for later too.

Crash Bandicoot would be a great start, Though I expect that to be Multiplatform, But I'm hoping for a Ratchet & Clank sequel or maybe even a Sly Cooper reboot, Though the former is much more likely.

All right Sony, Let's see what you got.

 

[zferolie]

While I'm happy with just my Nintendo Switch at the moment, I have kinda of been debating if I should pick up a Playstation 5 or Xbox Series X.

Most 3rd party games rarely interest me as exclusives are what I mainly care about and I've been leaning more on the PS5 side seeing as Sony does a better job when it comes to exclusives, But I still want to see what Microsoft has in store for later too.

Crash Bandicoot would be a great start, Though I expect that to be Multiplatform, But I'm hoping for a Ratchet & Clank sequel or maybe even a Sly Cooper reboot, Though the former is much more likely.

All right Sony, Let's see what you got.

Sly cooper doesnt need a re oot it needs a new game since the last ended on a cliffhanger

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

Ratchet and Clank and Sackboy are back!

But uh, I guess we're still not gonna hear any Crash news just yet. Maybe when we get close to Nitro-Fueled's anniversary.

 

[CannonStreak]

Geez, that was boring, with some good things, but still, and no Crash game in sight.

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

On a sadder note, Mel Winkler (Aku Aku's previous VA) recently died. Rest in peace, good sir.

 

[Enigma735]

Okay, I must admit. Despite the fact that the new Crash wasn't shown, which was the only thing I was looking forward to, that event was pretty good. A new Ratchet & Clank, Spider-Man, Little BigPlanet, Horizon II, Resident Evil VIII, and the reveal of the PS5 were very hype. Looks like we have to wait just a little bit longer for Crash, but I am sure its gonna happen soon!