Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal
About the Game
Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal is a 3rd-person action platformer, and third game in the Ratchet & Clank series by Insomniac Games. After word spreads of Ratchet and Clank's recent conquest in Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando , Clank finds himself recognized as an interstellar robot of mystery and intrigue after starring in his own television series, Secret Agent Clank.
Gameplay & Core Systems
Most of the time players control Ratchet but occasionally players take control of Clank. At its core, the gameplay includes platforming but for the most part shooting up or beating up various enemies including robots, aliens, vehicles and bosses. A major part of the experience is an extensive arsenal of weapons including various guns, and beat 'em up weapons that can be leveled up, increasing their power and magazine. On the Starship Phoenix players can also play on a video game console like device as Captain Qwark, telling the history between Qwark and Dr. Nefarious in a number of 2D side-scrolling levels.
Standout Features
- While Ratchet is dismayed by his new sidekick status, the feelings are put aside when the twosome is called together by the Galactic President to bring peace to the universe.
- During play, better body armor comes available and can be purchased.
Modes & Ways to Play
Player support includes Same/Split-Screen and Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS).
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p). Audio support includes Dolby Pro Logic II.
