Crash Bandicoot: Warped review

Crash Bandicoot: Warped is the best low-cost PS1 platformer and an easy game to hand to a younger player. Activision now sells it as part of the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, which remasters the three games that started the series, Crash Bandicoot, Cortex Strikes Back and Warped, and adds a new level called Future Tense set in Warped's futuristic world, plus the once unreleased Stormy Ascent level. For collectors, a used PS1 disc lists at $19.99 at DKOldies before sales, tied with Gran Turismo 2 for the lowest price here. It is a straightforward platformer, which is why it scores high on ease of setup. It has less depth than the RPGs above it, and the remaster on PC, released June 29, 2018, swaps the original look for new graphics. If you want something fun for a family evening, this is the cheapest strong pick.

Who it is for

Families and younger players who want a fast, bright platformer.

Price

Used PS1 disc from $19.99 at DKOldies (regular price, before sales).

Original price: $19.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• Third game in the original Crash Bandicoot trilogy
• Remastered by Activision in the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy collection
• Trilogy also includes Crash Bandicoot and Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back
• Remaster adds the Future Tense level, set in Warped's futuristic setting
• Remaster adds the previously unreleased Stormy Ascent level

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Tied for the cheapest disc here at $19.99 used
• Strength: A simple platformer that suits younger players
• Strength: Activision sells a remastered version on PC and consoles
• Weakness: Less depth than the RPGs on this list
• Weakness: The remaster replaces the original PS1 look
• Weakness: Activision's page describes the trilogy remaster rather than the PS1 disc

Key facts

• Remaster publisher: Activision
• Remaster developers: Vicarious Visions, Iron Galaxy Studios
• Series entry: Third Crash Bandicoot game
• Remaster release (PC): June 29, 2018
• Remaster bonus level: Future Tense

Where it ranks

Crash Bandicoot: Warped is No. 4 in our Best PS1 Games of All Time verdict.