Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back | Commentary | Let's Play - PART 4

🌺#crashbandicoot #crashbandicoot2cortexstrikesback #playstation #platformer #retrogaming #nostalgia #bandicoot Following his tumultuous encounter with Crash Bandicoot, the infamous Doctor Neo Cortex is cast down onto the island where his adversary resides. Within the shadowy depths of a secluded cave, he stumbles upon a crystal of unparalleled power. Recognizing the tremendous potential within this gem, Cortex devises a sinister scheme to harness its energy for his latest diabolical invention: the Cortex Vortex. Once fully operational, this formidable contraption will grant him the power to transform every being on Earth into his obedient pawns. To achieve this goal, he requires not one, but twenty-five such crystals to serve as the Vortex's power source. In a twist of fate, or perhaps a stroke of genius, he approaches the unsuspecting Crash with a proposition. Unaware of Cortex's true intentions, the bandicoot agrees to assist in the crystal hunt, believing it to be a quest for the greater good. Thus, an unlikely alliance is forged between two longstanding foes, each driven by their own agendas. As they embark on this perilous journey across diverse and treacherous landscapes, they must navigate a minefield of obstacles and adversaries. Little does Crash know that with each crystal they collect, he is inching closer to fulfilling Cortex's dastardly plan for global domination. Will the heroic bandicoot uncover the truth before it's too late, or will he unwittingly become the instrument of his own world's undoing? ------- Crash Bandicoot is a series of platform video games primarily developed by Naughty Dog and published by Activision. The main character, Crash Bandicoot, is a genetically enhanced bandicoot created by the series' main antagonist, Doctor Neo Cortex. The games typically involve Crash navigating through various levels while avoiding obstacles and defeating enemies to progress in a quest to stop Cortex's evil plans. The series is known for its vibrant environments, challenging gameplay, and humor. It began with "Crash Bandicoot" in 1996 on the PlayStation, with subsequent titles released across multiple gaming platforms. Throughout the series, Crash often teams up with his sister Coco, and other supporting characters like Aku Aku, the wise floating mask, and Crash's rival, Dr. Cortex's henchman, Crunch Bandicoot. The franchise has evolved to include racing games, spin-offs, and remakes, maintaining a strong fan base with its iconic characters and fast-paced, action-packed gameplay.