Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back |
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| Developer(s) | Naughty Dog |
| Publisher(s) | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Distributor(s) | Universal Interactive Studios |
| Producer(s) | Mark Cerny Connie Booth (executive producer) |
| Artist(s) | American Exitus (Charles Zembillas) |
| Composer(s) | Mutato Muzika (Mark Mothersbaugh and Josh Mancell) |
| Series | Crash Bandicoot |
| Engine | Game Oriented Object LISP 2 |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation, PlayStation Network |
| Release date(s) | PlayStation
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| Genre(s) | Platform |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back is an exciting video game that is the second part of the popular Crash Bandicoot series. It was made by Naughty Dog and released by Sony Computer Entertainment for the PlayStation in 1997. This game was so popular that it was re-released many times, even becoming available on the PlayStation Network years later.
The game's story takes place on a group of make-believe islands near Australia. You play as the brave bandicoot Crash. In this adventure, the main bad guy, Doctor Neo Cortex, tricks Crash. Cortex says he wants to "save the world" and needs Crash to collect special Crystals for him. Crash has to go through many levels on N. Sanity Island to find these Crystals. But Crash's clever sister, Coco, thinks Cortex is still planning something sneaky. She also gets help from Doctor Nitrus Brio, who wants Crash to collect shiny Gems instead of Crystals. So, Crash is caught between two different missions!
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back got many good reviews from people who played it. Many thought it was even better than the first Crash Bandicoot game. Players especially liked the cool graphics, easy controls, and catchy music. Some people felt the game had a bit too much "try and fail" gameplay, not enough different levels, and bosses that were too easy. Still, the game became one of the best-selling PlayStation video games ever. In Japan, it sold over 800,000 copies, doing even better than the first game there.
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Game Story
In Crash Bandicoot 2, the adventure begins when Crash is sleeping. Suddenly, he is taken away by Doctor Neo Cortex. Cortex tells Crash that a giant planet is coming to destroy Earth. He says he has changed his ways and wants to save the world. To do this, he needs Crash to find 25 special Crystals. These Crystals will help Cortex power his new machine.
Crash's Mission
Crash travels through different "Warp Rooms" to reach various levels. Each Warp Room has five levels and a boss fight. After beating a boss, Crash gets a new power, like a super body slam or a fast slide. He needs to collect all the Crystals to help Cortex.
Coco's Suspicions
While Crash is busy collecting Crystals, his sister Coco is working on her computer. She believes Cortex is still evil and is using Crash for a bad plan. Coco tries to warn Crash and even helps him in some levels. She thinks Cortex's machine will actually brainwash everyone on Earth.
Doctor Brio's Plan
Another scientist, Doctor Nitrus Brio, also contacts Crash. Brio tells Crash not to trust Cortex. He wants Crash to collect 42 shiny Gems instead of Crystals. Brio explains that if Crash collects all the Gems, they can destroy Cortex's space station. This puts Crash in a tough spot: should he trust Cortex or Brio?
How to Play
Crash Bandicoot 2 is a platform game. This means you guide Crash through different levels. Your main goal is to collect the Crystals or Gems.
Moving Crash
Crash can do many cool moves:
- He can spin around to defeat enemies or break boxes.
- He can jump over gaps and obstacles.
- He can slide quickly.
- He can even do a super body slam to break tough boxes.
Collecting Items
As you play, you will find many things:
- Wumpa Fruit: Collect 100 of these to get an extra life.
- Boxes: Break all the boxes in a level to earn a special Gem. Some boxes have TNT or Nitro, so be careful!
- Aku Aku Mask: If you find a mask of Aku Aku, it will protect Crash from one hit. If you get three, Crash becomes invincible for a short time!
Development and Release
The game was made by Naughty Dog, a company known for making fun games. It was released for the PlayStation console.
Release Dates
The game first came out in 1997. Here are some of its release dates:
- PlayStation:
- North America: October 31, 1997
- Europe: December, 1997
- Japan: December 18, 1997
- PlayStation Network:
- Japan: August 30, 2007
- North America: January 10, 2008
- Europe: February 10, 2011 (re-released)
Reception
Many players and critics loved Crash Bandicoot 2. They praised how much better it was than the first game. People especially liked the improved graphics and the fun music. The game was a huge success and sold millions of copies around the world.
Images for kids
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In Cortex Strikes Back, a mask named Aku Aku (pictured) serves to protect Crash from damage at least once and floats in his general vicinity.
See also
In Spanish: Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back para niños
