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Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time is a 2020 action-platform adventure released on October 2, 2020. It is available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC through Battle.net and Steam, according to Activision’s support FAQ. Platform compatibility and the format you buy—disc or digital—matter, especially if you plan to use a PS4 disc with a PS5.
What kind of game is Crash Bandicoot 4?
Activision describes Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time as a new installment built on the series’ platforming foundation. Its official materials highlight new movement mechanics and alternate paths. The game was released on October 2, 2020; Activision’s launch announcement identifies Toys for Bob as the developer, with support from Beenox.
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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy - PlayStation 4 | $29.80 | Buy on Amazon |
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Crash 4: It's About Time - Nintendo Switch | $31.20 | Buy on Amazon |
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Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time (PS4) | $29.19 | Buy on Amazon |
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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy - PlayStation 4 Standard Edition | $29.96 | Buy on Amazon |
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Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy (PS4) | $29.49 | Buy on Amazon |
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How does the gameplay work?
Platforming and play styles
Activision’s FAQ calls out wall running, rail grinding, and rope swinging. It also describes a choice between Modern and Retro play. The official game site says players can switch between Crash and Coco throughout the game.
Alternate timeline paths
The official game site also describes alternate timeline paths that provide different perspectives and gameplay. These are publisher-described features, not a performance or quality assessment.
#1 Best Overall
- Crash Bandicoot
- Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex strikes back
- Crash bandicoot warped
- Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) Content Description: Cartoon violence, comic mischief
Which platforms is it on?
| Platform | Officially listed availability |
|---|---|
| PlayStation | PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 (Activision FAQ; PlayStation product page) |
| Xbox | Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One (Activision FAQ) |
| Nintendo | Nintendo Switch (Activision FAQ; Nintendo store page) |
| PC | Battle.net and Steam (Activision FAQ) |
These platform listings do not establish current regional stock or price. Store pages and availability can change, so check the relevant storefront for your region before buying.
What should you check before buying?
- Match the game to your system. Confirm the platform and generation you own before selecting a listing.
- Choose format deliberately. Check whether the listing is for a physical disc or a digital copy; this affects compatibility and upgrade options.
- Consider portability. The Switch listing is the portable-console option among the platforms listed, while the sources cited here do not establish comparative performance across systems.
- Check your region and the current listing. Verify edition, stock, and price with the storefront or retailer serving your location.
Important PS4 disc and PS5 Digital Edition limitation
PlayStation’s product page warns: “PS4™ game disc owners who buy the PS5™ Digital Edition disc-free console will not be able to get the PS5™ version at no extra cost.” If you own a PS4 disc and are considering a PS5 Digital Edition, do not assume you can use the disc-based upgrade path.
Rank #2
- Neo Cortex and n. Tropy are back at it again and launching an all-out assault on not just this universe, but the entire multiverse! Crash and Coco are here to save the day by reuniting the four quantum masks and bending the rules of reality.
- New abilities? Check. More playable characters? Yep. Alternate Dimensions? Obviously. Ridonkulous bosses? For sure. Same awesome sauce? You bet your sweet jorts. Wait, are they actually jorts? Not in this universe!
- 2020-2021 Activision publishing, Inc. Activision, crash and Crash Bandicoot are trademarks of Activision publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
Launch price is not today’s price
Activision listed a US MSRP of $59.99 for the PS4 and Xbox One launch period in 2020. That is historical launch pricing, not a current price; check a current regional store listing for today’s cost.
Does it require an internet connection?
Activision’s FAQ says an internet connection is required for online leaderboards and Activision account registration. That statement does not establish that all gameplay requires an always-on connection.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 3 Full Games, 100+ Levels & 2 Playable Characters
- Experience N. Tense Platforming, Epic Challenges & Adventures
- Stunning New Animations & Graphics
- NEW! Play as Coco in ALL Three Games
- NEW! Time Trials in ALL Three Games
Rank #4
- Crash bandicoot
- Crash bandicoot 2: Cortex strikes back
- Crash bandicoot warped
- Entertainment software rating board (esrb) content description: Cartoon violence, Comic mischief
Rank #3
- It's about time - For a brand-wumping new Crash Bandicoot game! Crash four Ward into a time shattered adventure with your favourite marsupials.
- Neo Cortex and n. Tropy are back at it again and launching an all-out assault on not just this universe, but the entire multiverse! Crash and Coco are here to save the day by reuniting the four Quantum masks and bending the rules of reality.
- new abilities? Check. More playable characters? Yep. Alternate dimensions? Obviously. Ridonkulous bosses? For sure. Same awesome Sauce? You bet your sweet jorts. Wait, are they actually jorts? Not in this universe!
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