![]() ![]() Jak 3 is a treat for Naughty Dog fans as it serves as an early glimpse into some of the gameplay and design elements they would eventually bring to the Uncharted series on PS3. While I’ll always love this game, it features what is easily the most frustrating race segment ever in an 3D action-platformer. The insanely high difficulty of some of the challenges rears its ugly head again in this title, but they’re worth sticking out. ![]() Aside from the game’s camera following a bit too closely for comfort, all of the varied types of gameplay are so refined that you can’t help but be impressed. These different types of challenges also provide ample opportunities for new Trophies. Multiple types of racing, arena shooting, hunting and even arcade gaming break up the platforming action, and it’s all really good. Naughty Dog went absolutely nuts in Jak 3 with gameplay styles, making sure to throw something new at players at every turn. This becomes a trend that stands even now with Naughty Dog’s current games. And while we’re on the topic of frustration, some of the game’s many story-based challenges are so difficult that I found myself having to take a 15-minute break to recollect my composure. It’s fun to run around and cause trouble, but it’s also easy for the duo to get lost, and that can be frustrating. Sometimes the game is so ambitious in its scope that it borders on tedious…until you find your way, that is. The structure of Jak II has the heroes freely roaming a massive city, making for a very sandbox-y, non-linear experience. This all works nicely in the game’s dark, futuristic setting, and it helps elevate the series from a standard platforming fare to a varied, open action-adventure experience. This game also introduces gunplay, and there’s a neat interplay between the series’ standard combat and some of the innovative new weapons. In this sequel Jak turns into a sometimes-evil badass that can tap into his newfound darkness to hit harder and move faster. The game’s focus on item collection and fetch quests is a bit dated, and some of the movement and camera issues from the early days of 3D platforming pop up at the worst times, but overall it was great to see how this fantastic series kicked off. The Precursor Legacy has aged surprisingly well for a title that’s more than a decade old. ![]() While this was sometimes frustrating, I found it a bit refreshing compared to modern 3D platformers, where it’s a bit harder to fall off an edge. I can’t tell you how many times I fell down off a high point, forcing me to work my way back up to a dangerous edge. Playing them in order, the first game, Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy, eases you into the series, with platforming action gently ramping up to serious trials and some truly unforgiving ledges and edges. ![]() I forgot how challenging these games were! Well, more like a run through an epic triathalon. The PlayStation-Exclusive video game series Jak and Daxter developed by Naughty Dog.Back in the PS2 days I played all three Jak and Daxter games in their entirety, so the Jak and Daxter Collection was like a stroll down memory lane. Join us for the annual subreddit-wide playthrough of the series starting the 1st-31st of December!!!įeel free to join the Jak Discord chat HERE! We don't get notified about reports made on a post or a comment, so for timely action, PLEASE alert us so we can take care of it. If you see something Say something! Please sent the mods a modmail if you want to make a report. Exceptions may apply under the right conditions, please message the mods if you feel your content may apply. Rule 5) You may submit a maximum of 3 videos from your YouTube channel (Including Let's Plays, game tracks, discussion videos, etc) every 30 day period. Rule 4) No illegal activity (piracy, warez, etc.) Rule 3) Try to avoid reposting (exactly same submissions will be deleted) Rule 2) No personal attacks, flame waring, hate speech, racism or discrimination of any kind ![]()
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