Crash Bandicoot Classic
PlayStation · Platformer / Action
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Naughty Dog, Inc |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Crash Bandicoot |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 30 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back is a platformer developed by Naughty Dog, Inc and published by Sony. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Crash Bandicoot series; on the PS1 you can also try Crash Bandicoot, Crash Team Racing and Crash Bandicoot: Warped. The series also appears on other systems with Crash Bandicoot 2: N-Tranced (GBA) and Crash Bandicoot: The Huge Adventure (GBA).
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| 100 Lives | 8006CE68
6400 |
|---|---|
| Open all Levels | 8006CE74
43C8 |
| All Crystals | 8006D03C
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8006D03E
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8006D040
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| All Gems | 8006CEC0
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Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back FAQ
When did Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back come out on the PS1?
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back?
It was developed by Naughty Dog, Inc and published by Sony.
Is Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back multiplayer?
No. Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back is a single-player game.
How long does Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back take to play?
As a platformer, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.