Gaming legend Jason Rubin talks to Vivid Gamer about the making of Crash Bandicoot , the conflicts between developers and publishers, and the future of our industry. You don’t want to miss this.

theherp80 via vividgamer.com »

"GamingUnion: "Although they haven't produced bucket loads of original IPs in their lifetime, Naughty Dog has still become a staple brand within the game industry. The IPs they've created have offered gamers the very best in terms of creativity and graphics and you'll be pushed to find someone who will disagree. With Crash Bandicoot, Jax and Daxter, and, of course, the Uncharted series under their belt, many would say Naughty Dog has got it made. In honor of the recent announcement of the Last..."

fozzness via www.gamingunion.net »

Crash Bandicoot is alive! One of the most important franchises from past generations is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Congratulations Crash and we hope you return as soon as possible.

canana via www.noobfeed.com »

"'A Slippery Climb' was one of the most difficult gaming experiences of my youth. Completing it was hard enough, but completing it without dieing and getting every box? That was a whole different story. Why is a level that I found so difficult, and wasted so many lives on, one of my favourite of all time? One simple reason: The sense of reward when I saw that shiny red gem was unforgettable. I had slaved away and earned my prize."

gamepodunk via www.gamepodunk.com »

What better way to establish a console or game company then through its mascot. Sure not everything needs a mascot but where would Nintendo with out its beloved Mario or Sega all those years ago without Sonic. This may lead one to believe that its absolutely crucial to have a mascot for its success. Sony has tried to find the foundation for one to call their own but have they fail or succeeded?

nullifier via lvlone.com »

"In Crash Bandicoot: Mind over Mutant, a rejuvenated Neo Cortex is taking over the world one brain at a time! Cortex and N. Brio devise a new kind of evil; a text-messaging, do-anything device which controls both mutant and bandicoot minds. Armed with his quick-wits and lightening agility, Crash must free his friends, the titans and save the day!"

Dio via www.tothegame.com »