Is Jak And Daxter REALLY That Good?!

[@retrorebound8887]

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[@Stargazing_night_sky]

The answer is yes

[@JakNasty69]

Just don't play the port on PS4, it has literally made me hate the games so now I actually just wanna play them on PS2 or just find a better way

[@Jorbinocus]

I just wish they stuck with the theme of the first one in this ancient otherworldly sort of mystical civilization as opposed to edgy future

[@ramseyschroeder8531]

@@JorbinocusThis. Jak 2 is a slog compared to the First one. The 3rd is a decent blend of both. The Sand Dune buggies were awesome,

[@Jorbinocus]

@ I actually completely agree with that. But just think if they were able to top Jak 1 in a sequel with the same world setting, like expansion even past Gol and Maias citadel. I used to brain storm about this when I was a little kid 😂

[@ZEHAHAHA9697]

Thats crazy because 2 was the only one i bothered to get 100% when i was kid. ​@ramseyschroeder8531

[@CheddaDaddy]

The Jak and Daxter games are my "hell yeah" trilogy.

[@badollies]

i’m a simple man, i see jak and daxter mentioned, i watch video and smash like

[@treceycole5681]

You are a man of the people ✊🏽

[@treceycole5681]

Reasonable one to be exact

[@Donnie_Oculus]

yeah but matty plays like a games journalist.. 10:20 lol

[@spacemanf3070]

Type shit

[@FangsandFlora]

The Jak games and the early Ratchet games really are why I love video games, it does make me sad to see Jak sitting on the shelf given how impressive the two more modern ratchet games ended up being, showing you can take those ip and bring them into the modern era of gaming. We can only dream.

[@jameskozy7254]

Too bad naughty dog has tanked. Its not the same company it used to be.

[@PlantsPlenty]

Dont forget Sly

[@redguysimracing2382]

Jak X combat racing is an underrated gem, you should definitely play it.

[@JakNasty69]

Jak X kicks ass 🤘💀🤘

[@retrorebound8887]

For our series wide deep dive, we shall ;)

[@badollies]

@@redguysimracing2382 one of the best gaming soundtracks !! perfectly captures that edgy early 2000s sound

[@9-b_b-9]

I agree not loved at the time because tbh it was weird as hell compared to the other entries but it was totally a blast to play. 10/10 banger 💯

[@carston101]

Absolutely! Still listen to the soundtrack regularly, and probably one of my most played PS2 games ever

[@bronsolofski]

Can’t explain how crazy of a leap graphically Jak and Daxter was at the time on PS2.

[@Official_RetroMania]

Jak and Dexter was a legendary IP that will never be forgotten! I really hope we get one day a 4th game but my hope is dwindling.

[@Sneaky_racoon_sly]

For some reason everyone wants sly 5 more instead of jak

[@robertlane3850]

All I need is either a nice wrap up to the story or a solid idea of where they want to go

[@Official_RetroMania]

@@Sneaky_racoon_sly We already had a Sly 4 thought... The PS3 and PS Vita game but yeah a Sly 5 would also be fire!

[@conor6436]

Like it or not, The Lost Frontier WAS the 4th game

[@mikael557]

I think the "Last of Us" came to be because they were trying to make a Jak 4 but with realistic graphics, and their vision wasn't coming together.

[@crimsonshadow1140]

Bro you gotta play combat racing, an absolute gem of a kart racer

[@JoanJoestar117]

Agreed spent a lot of hours on it

[@ThwipThwipBoom]

Jak and Daxter along with Ratchet and Clank are the games that ignited my love of video games when I was a kid. I'll always hold them close to my heart.

[@Yarharsuperpirate]

My thoughts: Jak 1: Still enjoyable, if a bit simplisitc. But simple doesn't always mean bad Jak 2: Still good, but I feel has aged the worst of the series because of its frustrating difficulty spikes (you know the missions) Jak 3: Still great. Only parts I really hate are the desert driving missions since the physics are WAY to slippery for no reason at times My issues with Jak 2, is there being a difference between "Fun challenge" and "Frustrating design" alot of the harder missions fall into that 2nd one

[@Guile1117]

the only thing I hated about JAk 2 was after four hit you're dead, I'm glad Jak 3 fixed that

[@jayshizzle35]

One of my earliest memories is getting the only thing I wanted for Christmas when I was 8 years old and it was Jak 2, I remember circling it in the Best Buy flyer.

[@NotElis]

I just got done playing 1 and 2 on my ps3 😭😭 I’m about to start jak3 and dude this nostalgia trip has been amazing, jak2 especially everything about that game was just a vibe

[@RetroGamesAddict]

Jak 2 is one of my favorite platformers period. People sleep on it for sure, no other game I can think of is a mix of sandbox, 3d platformer, 3rd person shooter, and driving all mixed into one, which tight controls, constant upgrades, and a serious challenge that keeps you going. Plus that dynamic sound design in the music, eerie, darker setting, mature humor, games a masterpiece. I'll be hated for saying it, but I think its naughty dogs best game they have ever made.

[@Sneaky_racoon_sly]

Hell yes. Still the best naughty dog series

[@OtterloopB]

Jak 2 and Kingdom Hearts 1 _defined_ 7th and 8th grade for me 💙

[@wozthescott2804]

The first game is still my favorite out of the trilogy. Always so easy to jump back into anytime and have a good time.

[@Tport712]

3 is definitely my favorite. Seeing Jak level up each time it was perfect

[@grafixtiger]

Absolutely, one the best cartoons, along with Ratchet, Cloud, Maximo games, nobody talks about those

[@maximocapcom]

🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Edward-fy6bt]

I remember I played this on the ps2 when I was a kid

[@alexanderulv3886]

The nostalgia is real!

[@SimplyNotReally]

Ive been waiting for this video since this channel was created. Finally. Peace.

[@PlantsPlenty]

Now youve gotten what you want out of life for yourself. You can now dedicate and lay down your life for a good cause (like animal rights) to renew your sense of purpose.

[@fredymendez855]

I got Jak 3 on Christmas morning and beat the game the next day... i have never been able to replicate that and Jak 2 was given to me on my boirthday by my best friend growing up

[@jaredrobinson7071]

Jak 2 IS literally my favorite game of all time.

[@Shellshock39]

Short Answer: Yes Long Answer: Absolutely yes.

[@sagedr13]

My cats are named Jak and Daxter. The answer is yes. 100% yes

[@OverratedGames]

love this trilogy so much, and desperately want another entry for it. Even Jak X was great for what it was! Edit: I had no idea there were people out there who were down on Jak 3, i thought it was every bit as good as 2. I love them both equally

[@sk84lyfe1211]

My favorite mascot platformer of the ps2 generation and probably all time

[@UseTheBoost3D]

These came out at the perfect time for me, including the shift to the goofy edginess of the sequels. I remember making my own Jak & Daxter trading card game with index cards and colored pencils. Eco energy cards, equipment, vehicles, "evolving" Jak to Dark/Light Jak or Errol to Cyber Errol...good times. I still think it'd work well as a digital card game or something! And they've proved the series is big on bending genres, soooo... 🤷‍♂️ Great video! I love hearing about different people's personal experiences with games. Context always matters when talking about what impacts and affects us!

[@Liibaan-c8y]

love the channel man

[@just.another.guy.2343]

Matty, you are doing youself dirty for not playing jak X, it is hands down the best racing game Ive ever played, the artstyle, the soundtrack, the gameplay, the story, the voice acting, the world building, its super top notch, as a Jak and Daxter fan, I implore you to give it a shot

[@ChristianFrates1997]

Tess and Ashelin Praxis are beautiful.

[@naumnation3112]

Jak is one of my favorite franchises of all time. It offered a genuine challenge for me as a kid and I love the evolution from platformer into heavy story driven combat game. It's still amazing how well they made the world's with what felt like minimal "load" times

[@LyonsGamezx]

Aside from Ratchet & Clank, Jak and Daxter was a favourite of mine growing up!

[@appleipodtouch2g]

How on earth has this happened like 3 times this year when I go play through a retro series and you make a video shortly after…. I think we are both on the same wavelength man

[@tyfreeman3914]

Like many others the Jak series made me fall in love with video games… the fail screen of Jak II has been seared into my mind

[@sharebear421]

I’d love a sly and ratchet and clank retrospect too! These 3 series are awesome

[@tristonthomasmusic]

Almost all of your observations like how jak 2 made you realize how good games were and jak three made you realize you loved post apocalyptic wastelands and whatnot, I had those exact same experiences. Its eery how your like putting voice to ideas I thought were just mine haha im right there with you dude and the references to sly that’s my other favorite game series. 😂

[@tdmo2639]

I would personally love to see a remastered version of all three Jak and Daxter’s!

[@alfredofigueroa3251]

I enjoyed more Jack and Daxter than all marios games,thats just mee

[@samhowell3933]

You are not alone in playing games out of order. I played Splinter Cell in this order: 2, 4, 1, 6, 3 and yet to play 5.

[@VongolaXZax]

Yes!!! Yes it is really that good brother! Never click so fast 🏃🏾‍♂️

[@SickySlay7]

Would love to see a Matty skate series retrospective at some point 🙏

[@retrorebound8887]

Oh I’ll have that covered

[@SickySlay7]

@retrorebound8887 Thank you, kind sir!

[@barryburton8477]

Yes, it is.

[@johnlawful2272]

Barry actor actually been at conventions lol.

[@joshmoore1680]

Jak and Daxter 1 is such a great game. So chill and fun. Always loved the platforming. The animations are incredible too

[@BlazerManiacNumber96]

Great series. Naughty Dog never misses

[@apretrogaming1041]

Finally a video about Jak and daxter! I’m the same age as you Matty and these games were a pivotal turning point in my gaming journey. Although I did start with crash, I moved into TPL and fell in love right away. This is hands down my fave game series and jak 2 being my favorite game of all time becuase of how far ND pushed the needle from TPL. These games will always hold a special place in my heart. Great retrospective, thanks Matty🙏🏼🫡

[@abandonall]

Never clicked so fast I LOVE JAK AMD DAXTER

[@quenc7254]

Jak and daxter has been all over my suggestions YES the jak trilogy is quintessential gaming You dont know what a good game is unless you played at least 2 of the 3

[@maximocapcom]

The first one always seemed to me the best, but the others are still good games.

[@OdinArrow28]

This shouldn’t even be a question. But yes it’s that good!

[@Turtlerek]

The jak series is one of my favorites, i can always go back and have a blast with any of the games in the trilogy!

[@grafnosferacula7473]

Jak 2 might have had the most influence of any game on me

[@Cloke100]

Randomly learning to "actually" fly with Light Jak was such a dopamine moment as a kid. Miss this series, but with how ND is nowadays; let it rest.

[@zachlance6301]

Lets go bro, been waiting for you to talk about Jak forever

[@Justin26YT]

Truly, I never had a video convince me to play my PS2 again. I will 100% be playing these games for the first time because of you.

[@twistedtick]

As someone who played all of these when they launched from 2001-2004, here’s my take: Jak and Daxter: A game both of its time and ahead of its time. A fairly standard platformer at its core, but also made seriously impressive strides forward on a technical level. No obvious loading screens, a huge interconnected world (protocol open world even), real time day and night cycles, eye popping weather effects, and graphics that made its contemporaries feel an entire generation behind. A fun, simple story, likable characters, and genuinely fun and varied gameplay. Jak 2: A bold, even risky change of tone from its predecessor while also evolving the story into a more compelling and mature direction. The animation quality and sheer volume of cutscenes was unheard of in 2003 and is still impressive today, frankly. Visually stunning, creates a living, breathing, immaculate reality. The addition of gunplay is a welcome one, as is the concept of Dark Jak. However, Jak 2 is held back by its unnecessary difficulty and baffling lack of checkpoints, both of which were not issues in the previous title. It’s tough game, but not in a way that always feels fair. It could have benefited from an upgrade system greatly. Still a great game and likely the best story in the series. Jak 3: A direct continuation of Jak 2 while, also adding more rural environments similar to the first title, combing the aesthetics of Jak and Daxter and Jak 2. The difficulty is much more balanced with the addition of health increasing armor that is doled out as the games challenge increases. The checkpoint system is also not neglected this time, making a still challenging game, much more fun and manageable. The vehicles are more present in both mission type and variety. Thankfully, they’re more durable and easy to control than in Jak 2. The wasteland is a real standout both in terms of its scope and technical ambition, almost like a playable Mad Max on the PS2. The story, plot holes aside, is stellar and ends the series on a genuinely exciting and climactic moment. A masterpiece.

[@MichaelFromTheAttic]

Hell yes it was 🔥 They need to bring the boys back.

[@flyingthund3rgod943]

Jak and Daxter will forever be one of my favorite game series of all time. Also, Jak X is still my favorite racing game. Me n the boys used to challenge each other to see who can finish a race the fastest, good times.

[@d1l4te43]

The first video games I ever played was the first Jak and Daxter and Ratchet and Clank when I got a PS2 for Christmas when I was in first grade. I’ve been enjoying Ratchet and Clank these days a lot more just because there are so many more games in the series, but Jak and Daxter will always be my favorite. I’d love for another one to come out someday, even if it’s just to wrap up a few loose ends and end it once and for all.

[@josuecervantes1757]

Jak II is easily in my top 10 games of all time

[@Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit]

Top 5

[@MrRhysReviews]

When it comes to Intergalactic, they've stated already that it's about arriving on that Planet (I forgot the name) that hasn't had anyone leave in 600+ Years and the game is about figuring out what happened and getting out essentially... Basically I believe the Ship/Space part is strictly the beginning of the game and mostly Cutscene then we'll be playing/exploring on that planet for the whole game (seems like it'll be open world, or at least much more open than Uncharted/TLoU... I can imagine it being somewhat Linear as we've come to expect but with TONS more of those "Open Chapters" that we got in U4/TLoU2)

[@dylannance4772]

Short answer. Yes this series is a golden piece of gaming history and people who have not played are missing out

[@robertbrunello]

My childhood

[@user0-c5v]

I remember seeing the trailer for Jak 2 on TV and my elementary school mind being blown. I begged my dad so hard for those $40 and a ride to K-mart. I remember these games fondly.

[@grafixtiger]

I still love all those cartoon games from the ps2, and I still have them, but nobody talks about the Dark Cloud, or Maximo games from that Era, It was great seeing someone talk about Jac and Dexter games, love your videos, please do one on the above games I mentioned .

[@Sniperjones_007]

ABSOLUTELY IT IS! Besides Mass Effect Jak and Daxter is my all time favorite franchise! Loving Retro Rebound btw. Nice job

[@xeloc402]

They really had something special with the Precursor Legacy, and while I do love 2 & 3 the Precusor Legacy is in a tier of its own. The atmosphere, the whimsical magic in the eco, appealing character design (looking at you Krew). I've been looking for Precursor Legacy in other games for a long time and have never found anything close.

[@adler4357]

We need a dark gritty game where Jak returns to the events following the metal head invasion prior to Heaven Cities founding, gathering survivors and refugees of mass genocide, famine, and the desertification of the rest of their continent due to the MH spilling dark eco silos without regard for the environment. Imagine a much older Jak interacting with characters seen in TPL.

[@alexwolfe1994]

I’ve been gaming since 1999, Jak & Daxter is still my GOAT game. 🐐

[@kris0508]

Short answer YES!

[@naysgameopinions]

The Jak series is definitely one of my favorites. Love the world and character designs.

[@carlospandette8001]

Jak 3 is superior in EVERY WAY than Jak 2 and people are never ready for that conversation LOL

[@statesminds]

Crash Bandicoot were my first naughty dog games and they were my favorites. Have you never done crash or spyro? Cant recall lol

[@CrossOutBryce]

TLDR; YES. The first one was the first game I ever played, so I adore the series. I recently played all three and they are still incredible. The tone shift works wonders for advancing it's narrative and characters.

[@SVPrototype1]

Yea it is

[@The.One.True.B]

I really hope we get the PC ports soon. They’re fan made and only the first game is done so far but it plays so incredibly well

[@carlbrown1000]

I played every naughty dog Jak game in perfect reverse order by accident, including Daxter. Afterward, I found out a friend of mine had Jak 1, and I traded him Jak 3 for 2 weeks

[@nezziTV]

Didn't watch the video yet, just wanted to say that it is that good and i'll die on that hill 🫡 We need remasters or reboot.

[@zachmueller2912]

I really wish that they kept the fun, mystical feel that the first game had. Jak II, and 3 aren't bad, but it just felt weird to change the series so much. Jak 1 was one of my first video games ever, and it took me years to realize how ahead of it's time is was; no loading screens, day night cycle, and completely open world were incredible feats in 2000. I just replayed the game for the first time in maybe 10 years (PS5 emulation) and wow still holds up. I also played Daxter for the first time since i never owned a psp and wow, that game is not good 😂

[@ChefjustCheffin]

The only games that I still replay at least once a year that aren’t elder scrolls or fallout. Best games of all time IMO

[@paybo3573]

I got the first Jak and Daxter as a kid with a ps2 for Christmas but I didn't get too far, I didn't have a memory card and the ps2 was sold on a garage sale a few months later. But what I did play was pretty fun

[@JakakiChannel]

The answer is YES

[@fredymendez855]

CD Projeckt Red did to the Witcher 3 what Naughty Dog did to Jak 2 and completely turn the game around and made it open but not loosing it charm and story telling albeit Jak 1 story was meh and Jak 2 excelled at it

[@ryno_8848]

Absolutely these games are fantastic. My favorite one is the first one.

[@alexjohnson1869]

dude this game is my childhood Most definitely a good trilogy

[@shannonmiller1754]

i’ve seen that the main problem with intergalactic is that the girl doesn’t have hair, seen at least 100 comments saying they won’t buy it bc of that

[@TherealBlackheart]

It is absolutely that good. Loved that series

[@devinx10]

Seeing this made so many memories come back😢❤

[@peanutfish94]

The short answer for Jak X - If you like your racing games and weapons then you'll like Jak X and it's Story is actually not too bad considering its genre. Heavy recommend it!

[@windy3935]

"Good story considering it's genre" is a far more accurate and appropriate description for the game than "story not too bad considering its genre". While the story is good though, it's the writing that steals the show.

[@Ganderlow]

What are the odds... I just started replaying the Jak trilogy and he makes this vid. I'm praying we get Jak 4 one day 😢

[@RetroGamesAddict]

Without even watching the video I will first comment and say yes, Jak and Daxter is really that good, no need to clickbait me my guy. The trilogy is a masterpiece for the time, a timeless 3d platformer in Jak 1, and the unique Jak 2 and jak 3 combining sandbox, platform, driving, and shooting mechanics all in a 3d shooter / platformer. I still think to this day Jak 2 and Jak 3 are such unique and special experiences, they combine so many genres you just don't see games like that much anymore. They got dynamic music which I love, meaning in jak 2 when you pull out your gun the music gets louder, put the gun away and the music gets softer. The sound design was top notch in those games.

[@nicholasvicens2066]

The order I played were 1,3,2…. This is my favorite series of all time

[@StryderX20]

I'm with you matty, I think Intergalactic looks very interesting. I of course want to see more, but I'm currently on board.

[@FelixMateoThatsFelix]

Imagine a new game in this day and age.. and the amount of precurso lore. That what I really wish we had more of. Precursor lore!

[@megamadvladr]

God I miss playing the Jak and Daxter games so much. 2 was definitely the hardest out of the bunch but loved the story!

[@itaybashan3757]

Hi Matty, I also like ‘Jak 3’, but my understanding is that people didn’t like it as much as 1 and 2 not because it didn’t innovate as much as 2, but because many of its missions relayed on many games instead of shooting and platforming (I liked them tough). In addition, Story was considered inferior to the previous one (Which I also didn’t think so and thought it ended the trilogy on a satisfying note)

[@CCKaraoke]

I've tried a bunch of Naughty Dog games over the years but never enjoyed any of them. I got really frustrated with the poor hit detection boxes in Crash Bandicoot, and the awful box layouts for gunplay in Uncharted just.. I couldn't. No. Just no. Same problem with The Last Of Us.

[@danbauer3669]

I remember when my brother gave me his PS2. All 3 Jak games were included. I started playing the first one and I got a few levels in until I decided I didn't want to play knockoff Banjo Kazooie anymore. Maybe I'll give it a try again someday but... probably not.

[@weazz]

Jak 2 is possibly in the top 5-10 games of the PS2.

[@TheGiooman]

YES YES IT IS THAT GOOD! Been playing the franchise my whole 27 years, IT IS THAT GOOD Ps he’s in for a treat if he ever plays jak X, the entire soundtrack is GOATED

[@JR698]

Jak & Daxter is soo good.. I have all 3 of them across the PS2,PS3 and PS4 👍👍👍

[@Yorabasura]

For me it's still one of my all time favorites. I'd love for a new game in the series 😁