PlayStation 3 User Reviews

[ENG] Score: 8.5/10 Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction is a very solid entry in the series and an excellent start for the PlayStation 3 era. The core gameplay remains faithful to the classic formula: fast-paced action, creative weapons, platforming sections, and a colorful universe full of personality. The arsenal is one of the highlights. Many weapons evolve through multiple levels, especially in Challenge Mode where upgrades extend up to level 10, adding more depth and replay value. Some tools like the Groovitron remain extremely fun to use and fit perfectly with the chaotic combat style of the series. Challenge Mode also improves the experience by making enemies more dangerous and encouraging experimentation with fully upgraded weapons. The game mixes shooting, platforming, and puzzles quite well. Puzzle sections using the Decryptor or Clank’s Zoni abilities introduce mechanics such as slow time and object manipulation, which add variety to the gameplay. Exploration across different planets also keeps the pacing enjoyable, and the overall gameplay loop remains engaging from start to finish. Story-wise, the game introduces several important elements about Ratchet’s past and the Lombax race. However, the main antagonist, Emperor Tachyon, feels somewhat underdeveloped and his presence is relatively limited. This makes the narrative feel more like the beginning of a larger arc rather than a fully concluded storyline, which is later expanded in A Crack in Time. Overall, Tools of Destruction doesn’t radically reinvent the formula, but it doesn’t need to. The series’ core mechanics still work extremely well, and the game delivers a fun, polished, and content-rich experience. For fans of the franchise, it remains a highly enjoyable adventure. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [ITA] Voto: 8.5/10 Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction rappresenta un ottimo inizio per la serie su PlayStation 3 e mantiene intatta la formula classica che ha reso famosa la saga. Il gameplay rimane il punto di forza principale: azione veloce, armi creative, sezioni platform e puzzle ben integrati. L’arsenale è vario e interessante, con molte armi che possono evolvere attraverso diversi livelli di potenziamento. In modalità Sfida il sistema diventa ancora più profondo, permettendo di portare le armi fino al livello 10 e rendendo i combattimenti più **** gioco riesce a combinare shooting, platform e puzzle in modo equilibrato. Le sezioni con Clank e gli Zoni introducono meccaniche interessanti come la manipolazione del tempo o degli oggetti, mentre strumenti come il Decryptor aggiungono varietà ai puzzle. Anche l’esplorazione dei pianeti mantiene un buon ritmo e non risulta mai noiosa. La storia introduce elementi importanti legati al passato di Ratchet e alla razza dei Lombax. Tuttavia l’antagonista principale, l’Imperatore Tachyon, risulta meno incisivo rispetto ad altri villain della serie e la sua presenza è relativamente limitata. La trama sembra quindi più un punto di partenza per la trilogia Future che una storia completamente autonoma, cosa che verrà sviluppata meglio nel capitolo successivo A Crack in Time. Nel complesso, Tools of Destruction non rivoluziona la formula della serie, ma la perfeziona e la porta con successo sulla nuova generazione. Rimane un titolo divertente, ricco di contenuti e molto solido per gli appassionati della saga.

It was a bold and interesting take to add alot more focus on the tools and mechanics this game offered and yet again the dev team pulled this one off. To go back to the days where dev teams took bold moves and kept originality alive in gaming.

Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction marked a turning point for the franchise, redefining its identity for the seventh console generation. While earlier entries thrived on humor and cartoonish charm, this installment injected a more mature tone that resonated with the PS3’s “edgy” era—an era where games often felt like they were directed by angsty teenagers or Linkin Park music video auteurs. How It Changed the Saga Forever? Narrative Depth: The story introduced heavier themes of destiny, heritage, and loss, giving Ratchet’s journey emotional weight that elevated the series beyond pure comedy. Cinematic Presentation: With the PS3’s hardware, Insomniac delivered stunning visuals and cutscenes that rivaled animated films, aligning perfectly with the generation’s push for cinematic experiences. Gameplay Refinement: The combat system was polished to feel more impactful, with weapons that not only entertained but carried a sense of gravitas. The balance between spectacle and strategy made every encounter memorable.Tone Shift: While still playful, the game embraced a darker, more serious edge—exactly what the PS3 audience craved at the time. It gave the saga credibility among players who were demanding “grown-up” experiences. Legacy: This wasn’t just another sequel; it was the moment Ratchet & Clank proved it could evolve with the industry. By blending its trademark creativity with a more mature narrative and presentation, Tools of Destruction ensured the saga remained relevant in a generation obsessed with grit and cinematic flair. Final Verdict: Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction is the game that matured the franchise, capturing the spirit of the PS3’s edgy era while staying true to its roots. It’s a landmark entry that changed the saga forever and gave it the gravitas it needed to thrive in the seventh generation.

If this was my first Ratchet & Clank game, I'd give it a 10/10. However, after playing the previous releases, I feel like the trilogy is more fun in every way, and offered more than what this was. This game didn't add many new things, and felt worse in some ways. The weapons for one were not as fun to use. Didn't care much for the story either. I feel like my brain was shut off for the majority of playing it. Still, I can recognize it is a decent game with polish, but just doesn't have the same charm as the trilogy.

Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction is a strong start to the Future saga and a solid jump into the HD era for the duo. The visuals still hold up surprisingly well, and the game leans hard into what makes the series great: chaotic weapons, smooth platforming, and that classic Ratchet & Clank charm. There’s a bit more focus on story (and lore) this time around, especially around Ratchet’s past, which adds some nice weight without losing the fun. The different planets can feel a little bland compared to the PS2 saga, but overall, it’s still a blast from start to finish.

Jogo muito divertido e a dublagem, mesmo em PT-PT, é excelente. A diversidade de armas é sensacional. As lutas de boss são legais e os mapas são bem bonitos. Um ótimo jogo para dar uma relaxada.

Better than any PS2 game. It has a better shooting mechanics, weapons and controls than the first 2 games, and a much better level design of the planets compared to the third game and Deadlocked and Gladiator. Also the gadget and the Clank sections were improved a lot.

Entering the PS3 era, this game was actually pretty good. Compared to the ps2 games, its a little slower paced. But they actually paced how many enemies you fight at once! Yes! Now they don't bombard you with 3 waves of enemies all at once with no checkpoints! And they give you tons of health and ammo throughout the maps. Guns don't cost an arm and a leg anymore thank god. Story wise they're starting fresh with a new story line, i don't mind the plot of clank and ratchet learning about their true families and past that much at all, its actually pretty cool. They really liked that pirate concept though, like really liked it. Too much. I must've did like 6 missions related to the pirates. Which was annoying. Talwyn was a cool and pretty character, but like why does she matter. Overall its a great game.

Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction is a fantastic return for the series on the PlayStation 3 and a perfect blend of action, platforming, and humor. It captures everything fans love about the franchise while introducing stunning visuals, a bigger universe, and a more cinematic storytelling **** gameplay is as addictive as ever, with a wild arsenal of imaginative weapons and gadgets that make every encounter fun and explosive. The upgrade system keeps combat fresh, and the controls are tight and responsive, making both shooting and platforming feel smooth and **** story introduces more emotional depth, exploring Ratchet’s past and setting up a larger narrative that continues in later entries. At the same time, it still delivers the witty writing and goofy characters that give the series its charm.Visually, it was a major leap for the series at the time, with Pixar-like quality and gorgeous sci-fi environments.Tools of Destruction isn’t just a great Ratchet & Clank game—it’s one of the best action-platformers of its generation.10/10

While I prefer the original games' comedic plot, I found everything about this game refined & ambitious.

For some reason at the moment a lot of people consider this game just another good R&C but for me this title can truly fight for the first place. This game has probably the second best story in the franchise, really good villains ( like Slag and Tachyon) and an outstanding world building with a lot of lore. The gameplay feels like an updated version of that masterpiece of gameplay that we see on Up your arsenal and Deadlocked, with a really good level design of the planets that reminds a lot of the level design that we see in the first two main entries in the franchise. An amazing soundtrack and incredible graphichs for the time can really explain you why this was considered a system seller game at the time.

This game is just as it sounds, many different weapons to cause destruction to all planets with an Emperor that wants you dead so it can rule the universe. Extremely quirky and silly given the plot and characters, we have an over-the-top adventure which lacks a detailed story yet is oddly charming enough to win over the younger audience. As a kid, I would've said this was a 9/10. Nowadays 7/10 is more appropriate as it lacks the story to keep it acclaimed. It's simply a fun brainless game.

Le jeu de mon enfance. J'ai pu y jouer des heures sans m'en lasser. A mes yeux, le meilleur de la license. C'est le ratchet & clank où la magie de l'univers a le mieux prit sur le jeune moi du passé.

Sprawling 3D platform shoot 'em up with nice graphics, lots of variety and a sense of humour. A little lacking in challeneg but there's so much to see and do it's a pleasure to play.

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Muy buen comienzo de la saga en la potente PS3. Demasiado divertido y muy recomendable para seguir con el nuevo arco argumental del futuro.

Una transición magnifica a la 7ma generación de consolas

While it may **** that they used too much of the six axis controls, overall everything else is just as good or better than Up Your Arsenal. I especially like the way they went with the story and soundtrack, it was a much needed improvement on the Ratchet and Clank series as a whole. Overall Tools of Destruction is something I want to see more of, and makes me glad to have played this great game.

One hell of a way to start a new console generation and to shift from the ps2 games to an HD console. Impressive visuals and an engaging story makes ToD one of ps3 best exclusives.

it's classic ratchet and clank it's classic ratchet and clankit's classic ratchet and clank

One of the best ratchet and clank games. With the most planet avaible to enjoy, great soundtrack, great gameplay and also the most incredible graphics for a videogame till 2009 at least.

This was my first Ratchet and Clank on PS3 and can I say it was **** **** gunplay,his gameplay,his story and his characters

First time playing Ratchet & Clank and haven't had so much fun on a PS console in years. You can tell this is a Sony experience due to the cinematics and quirky humour. Being the first R&C game, I found the story and lore to be very interesting, kinda has a Star Wars theme but with TMNT vibe and attitude. The level design is fantastic, with varied worlds and mechanics to be used. With the mechanics, the various guns, platforming and devices, there is always something new. With so many weapons to use, you choose how to play and beat a section. There is some space combat (although not my fav) which gives variety and adds to the story. The graphics are not the best the console can offer, it had great art style making it unique for the time. The issues I had is having random audio stutters on the cut scenes. There was also one time the audio was 2 seconds behind the visuals which is jarring. The final nail was a bug with crates floating when hitting the ones underneath. If you stand below the floating crate you will clip through the game and die. This happened to me twice. Besides the issues listed above, this would be a 10/10. My 11yo son loves it and being a kid at heart I can see why.

So good game, with amazing gameplay and other things. I can recommend this for everybody who gotta PS3.

Lo que conseguía este juego en 2007 solo estaba al alcance de Insomniac. Qué burrada.

Game: Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction Genre: Shooter Platformer Developer: Insomniac Games Publisher: Sony System: Playstation 3 (PS3) Year of Release: 2007 Length of Playthrough: 15 Hours Total Score: 91/100 Value Score: 9.1/10 • Story: 9/10 • Characters: 8/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 8/10 • Length: 8/10 • Replay Value: 9/10 • Player Value: 10/10 Pros +Better visuals thanks to the PS3 graphics engine +Great gameplay with great variety of weapons and armor system from the previous game returns +Great level designs and decent boss battles +No annoying mini games +Clank mini games are enjoyable than previous games Cons -Cutscenes for some reason have stuttering audio at times -No trophy support ---- Ratchet and Clank HD (PS3): 78 Ratchet and Clank 2 Going Commando HD (PS3): 86 Ratchet and Clank 3 Up Your Arsenal HD (PS3): 90 Ratchet Deadlocked (PS3): 85 Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters (PSP): 70 Secret Agent Clank (PSP): 78 Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction (PS3): 91 Ratchet and Clank All 4 One (PS3): 83 Ratchet and Clank Collection (PS3): 85

Ratchet and Clank games are very much like the Mission Impossible series. They have no business being as good as they are given what they are. Not only that, but they also manage to progressively get better and better.

Ratchet and Clank tools of destruction is one of the best ps3 games I've ever played. The graphics for 2007 are simply gorgeous (beautiful environments and atmosphere) as well as the gameplay with a great variety of weapons, awesome upgrading system that get along with an interesting story. It's a must buy for anyone who has a ps3 and hasn't played this game yet, definitely an unforgettable experience.

Это первый Ретчет эксклюзивно для пс3, и надо сказать, что получилась игра очень даже. Графический скачок заметен (хотя надо признать, что игра не выжимала из пс3 все соки), окружение стало более детализированным и живым. Кол-во врагов на экране заметно выросло, экшн стал более зрелищным, порой в замесе столько эффектов, частиц, врагов, что прям дух захватывает. Локации прибавили в размерах, на некоторых даже летать разрешают, что добавляет свободы исследования и приключений. Геймплейно игра не изменилась, но упор стал в сторону перестрелок с врагами, головоломок стало заметно меньше и они очень простые. Аресенал орружия и гаджетов внушительный, и каждый ствол имеет свою ветку прокачки. Также стало меньше бэктрекинга, возвращаться на уже исследованные планеты чтобы попасть в ранее недоступные места придется всего несколько раз. Повествование стало более линейным, в старые локации мы вернемся лишь дважды. Из нового - временами при перелете с планеты на планету мы будем сражаться с пиратами в открытом космосе в формате скролл шутера, выглядит свежо. Сюжет типичный для серии: нужно спасти всех от очередного комичного злодея, из оригинального это то, что в процессе игры мы узнаем ориджин расы ломбаксов, а также посещаем родную планету Ретчета. Ну и Кланка периодически начинают посещать глюки, в которых некие механические существа открывают ему кусочки будущего, попутно одаривая разными ништяками. Короче, сюжет нормальный, жаль лишь, что игра не была переведена на русский, диалогов в ней немало. Из самых заметных минусов отмечу то, что сложность к концу игры резко возрастает и это прям слишком резко и неприятно - раньше обычные враги тебя кусали слабо, а тут самые слабые отнимают так прилично здоровья, и боссы неравномерны по силе - предпоследний капитан Слаг очень легкий, а финальный босс, наоборот, очень толстый и болючий. Но несмотря на это, игра мне очень понравилась, в ней есть всё, что я полюбил в этом серии.

Another great R&C game, which I can rate 10/10 without questions. I'm always chilling when I play it.

I'm not sure how it holds up but I remember the grand sense of exploration and discovery I had when playing this as a kid.

This game is the reason that I got a ps3. First I disliked some things because of my nostaligia to the old games but when I saw it for what it is I liked it so much that I would give it a ten.

On a replay: Complaints after the first level: - Please don't render environments within jumping distance if I can't actually land on it. I complain about this way too much. - The jump pads operate in slow motion for no reason; it's kind of annoying. This is minor, though. - They advertised this as cinematic on the cover... "Cinematic" doesn't really matter so much two console generations behind. They just make things blow up while you're on grind rails, pretty much. And they put effort into making it feel more like Pixar with speech patterns and mannerisms, but the original games already had a certain charm to them that lacks here a bit. - The antagonist isn't very believable. I mean, I get it's kid-friendly, but Ratchet breaks this guy's robo-suit to escape in the intro level, and I'm like "...so we beat him?" The story works fine as a set-up for the Future series. But I don't really care about the protagonist's allies. Plus, the unlockable skins aren't really good, so why should I try to get Gold Bolts? By far, my least favorite part of this game is the mandatory flying levels, as they move in a fixed direction instead of the free-flying combat of 2, or even A Crack In Time. Also, the arena is really underwhelming compared to other games, like 2 or 3. They could've easily added 10 more challenges. There aren't really any side games aside from those; No racing or moon missions like in 2. The gadget mini-games aren't annoying, but the pirate dance is strictly novel, totally nonsensical, and really plain and boring to me. Again, this disguise portion was done better in 3. It's really easy to have enough money at any point in the game. I personally prefer having to be strategic with investments. In challenge mode, the only real incentive is to buy everything... Challenge mode is honestly a little easier to me. What else is there? The weapon selection interplays well between different types of weapons, but certain weapons seriously lack power compared to others as the game goes on (fusion grenades get pretty pointless). If there were more weapons, the arena could've been easily expanded further. On the plus side? The environments in these games usually do look pretty nice from certain angles, despite their cartoonishness. The level lay-outs are memorable, and the progression of difficulty is engaging. I think this is where they really locked into the best weapon upgrade system, but I still think it improved slightly on subsequent releases. Overall, decent game for any fan of the series. Worth playing as a starting point to this Future sub-series on PS3, but if you only play one on PS3, pick A Crack In Time. I also like Into the Nexus more than this. If you can pick ANY R&C game to start with, just do the first three that were released on PS2.

oh my god this game is much better than i tougth one of the best of the franchise

A blast from the past. Solid gameplay and amazing weapons. Although the mature humor the OG trilogy was known for is gone, the Future saga still delivers a good story.

Ratchet and Clank : Tools of Destruction is a reboot of a classic from PS2 and how o make next-gen games!!

The only PS3 Ratchet and Clank Game that can reach the awesomeness of Ratchet and Clank 1-3 on the PS2

Do you ever just play a game to finish it so you don't have to play anymore That is my feeling about this old childhood favourite game , I really thought I would enjoy it would be interesting but The characters were so on uinteresting that I've been to listen to podcast in the background , And the gameplay is fine my biggest problem is that it has some f****** difficulties spikes. But it's not a bad game it's just Annoying

it's just like the first part from ps2, nothing new and nothing interesting to the series, just some enhanced graphics, gameplay kind of fun anyway, but become boring quickly, everything else is poor

Best game so far for PS3. Fantastic presentation and pacing makes this a great title. There's always more upgrades to keep you playing, and while the first play-through is a little on the easy side, the challenge mode unlocked after the first play-through is challenging, with upgraded weapons.

Another great Ratchet and Clank game. Still not a fan of the Clank sections. Also thought the devices where kind of of pointless with the exception of the Groovitron and Mr. Zurkon. The Groovitron for distracting enemies, and Mr. Zurkon for entertainment lol!

Tools of Destruction was a fantastic game for its time that was really unmatched in the early days of the PS3. Gorgeous graphics, super smooth gameplay, a great arsenal, and an engaging story. And it still holds up today, except for a few sixaxis-related gimmicks.

Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction is one of the prettiest games I have ever played and it exactly as awesome as the original PS2 trilogy.

TOD one of the best ratchet and clank game in the series and has the best entry on the ps3 a fun game play with a good controls made a great game like this It's a great job from insomniac games

Back to the roots and less shooting oriented gameplay resulted in a fine game, thanks to that Insomniac could once more shine here with some really nice level design.

It is a perfect game of it's era, which still holds up in 2020. It's animation, music, voice acting, and script truly pushed the Ratchet and Clank franchise forward. This game was truly innovative and is a definitive PlayStation 3 title.

8 out of 10 - Amazing game Scoring Scale: 1 - (AWFUL) Among the worst games ever made. The developer should be ashamed. 2 - (VERY BAD) These games are so bad they're insulting. 3 - (BAD) Just bad. Game suffers from a wealth of problems in all areas, very few redeeming qualities. 4 - (MEDIOCRE) A game that has its fair share of serious problems with a few glimmers of quality sprinkled throughout. More than anything it's forgettable. 5 - (OKAY) For every positive this game has there is just as many negatives. You may be able to find enjoyment in these games however you will likely be met with equal amounts frustration and disappointment. 6 - (GOOD) There is a decent amount of fun to be had in these games albeit with a few noticeable drawbacks. Worth checking out at some point especially if on sale. 7 - (GREAT) A game that has some flaws but all in all is a great game worth every penny of its purchase price. 8 - (AMAZING) Game of the year contender only allowing for some minor flaws. 9 - (SUPERB) One of if not the best game released that year, truly special. 10 - (NEAR PERFECT) One of the best games ever made.

Probably the second best "classic" Ratchet and Clank game ever: fantastic graphic and game design, lots of weappons and planets.

Pretty good game. Controls are alright, it has a very vibrant world, and the characters are actually unique. However, I didn't like the parts where you have to use motion controls. They could have easily just programmed those sections to use a joystick, and it just feels like they added them in for the sake of adding it in. But that's just a nitpick. This game is a bit overrated though, and isn't really a 10 for me. But I can respect the game greatly.

Out of all Ratchet & Clank games, this one is my overall personal favorite. I love almost everything about this game; the story, the game-play, the characters, everything! If you like 3rd-person shooters and 3D platformers, then you will love this this game. I just couldn't recommend it any further.