Unrealized Adventures: The Scrapped Collision of Crash Bandicoot and Spyro in a Cancelled Sequel

Over the years, the Crash Bandicoot franchise has become closely linked with PlayStation, particularly since Sony made its debut in the gaming arena. After the launch of Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time on PS4 in 2020, a small team from Toys for Bob began to envision a fifth installment in the beloved series. However, as is now widely known, this endeavor was ultimately scrapped by Activision Blizzard.

Recent content from the YouTube channel DidYouKnowGaming provides an exciting look into the development journey of Crash 5. Among the noteworthy details revealed is the inclusion of Spyro the Dragon as an additional playable character in the game. The storyline would have featured the two characters collaborating to thwart an interdimensional menace, with infamous foes from both franchises making a return. Unfortunately, these ambitious plans were derailed due to the lukewarm reception of Crash Bandicoot 4. It seems that despite selling around 5 million copies, this performance did not meet the criteria for a sequel.

While fans may feel a sense of disappointment at the prospect of this dynamic duo never coming together, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Following Toys for Bob’s separation from Activision/Microsoft, a new partnership was established to publish the studio's upcoming project, which is likely to be Spyro 4. What are your thoughts on the narrative and the duo that will remain an unrealized concept from the ill-fated Crash Bandicoot 5?

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• Mariana Rocha 27 Aug 2024