Crash Bandicoot: Warped Classic
PlayStation · Platformer / Action
Crash Bandicoot
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| 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 36 |
Developed by Naughty Dog, Inc and published by Sony, Crash Bandicoot arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Command & Conquer. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Crash Bandicoot series; on the PS1 you can also try Crash Team Racing, Crash Bandicoot: Warped and Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back. The series also appears on other systems with Crash Bandicoot 2: N-Tranced (GBA) and Crash Bandicoot: The Huge Adventure (GBA).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 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 cheats & codes
75 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D005E400
???? |
|---|---|
| All Levels Selectable | 30061628
0040 |
| Reset to 2nd Mask at Map | 800615D0
0200 |
Crash Bandicoot walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Crash Bandicoot.
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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 FAQ
When did Crash Bandicoot come out on the PS1?
Crash Bandicoot was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made Crash Bandicoot?
It was developed by Naughty Dog, Inc and published by Sony.
Is Crash Bandicoot multiplayer?
No. Crash Bandicoot is a single-player game.
How long does Crash Bandicoot take to play?
As a platformer, Crash Bandicoot 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 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.