Jak And Daxter: The Lost Frontier

Before Ratchet teamed up with Clank, there was Jak and Daxter. This spiky-eared hero and his wise-cracking companion provided PS2 owners with some of the best platforming antics available on the console, before fading into obscurity as their futuristic successors seized the limelight.

Now the stage is set for the duo’s return. While Daxter enjoyed a solo stint on PSP in 2006, Jak & Daxter: The Lost Frontier represents Jak’s first venture on Sony’s handheld. Available on both PSP and PS2, The Lost Frontier caters to both home console and handheld gamers with a brand new action adventure.

JAK IN THE BOX
The story picks up where the original trilogy left off. As the world begins to run out of Eco – the precious but volatile substance that provides the people with power – Jak and Keira travel to the edge of the planet, with a reluctant Daxter.

Here they learn of ancient machinery that could provide a solution – but they are not the only interested party. As they explore, Jak must battle with armies of Sky Pirates while continuing to struggle with his own Eco powers.

Once again, players progress through the storyline by completing missions that involve traversing challenging environments or defeating key enemies with Jak’s trusty Gunstaff. This time around there are a variety of optional missions in addition to the story-based ones, and players can choose to complete these at their own pace.

Optional missions unlock additional modifications for the Gunstaff and Eco, which can be used to upgrade Jak’s new special powers and give him an edge in battle. There are four types of Eco that can be used throughout the game, each with a different effect on Jak’s skills.

Vehicular combat also plays a big part in Jak and Daxter’s latest outing. This time they swap desert racers for planes. There are five different planes to unlock, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, and these will be essential to accessible new areas that can later be explored.