Sony Announces Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble Mobile Game

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble, a free-to-play multiplayer arena shooter bringing the beloved franchise to mobile devices on iOS and Android. The game, revealed this week, marks the first new entry in the series since Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart launched exclusively on PlayStation 5 in 2021.

Developed by French studio Oh BiBi in partnership with series creator Insomniac Games and published by PlayStation, Ranger Rumble shifts the franchise toward fast-paced, real-time multiplayer action. Players take on the role of legendary heroes from across the galaxy and time, including Ratchet, Clank, and Captain Qwark, in a simulated battle arena overseen by Qwark himself. The game emphasizes platforming elements like jumping, dashing, and grinding, alongside explosive weaponry and character customization, allowing users to create their own Lombax ranger.

Several game modes launch at the outset, catering to different playstyles. Total Rumble offers traditional arena shooter combat, where teams compete in deathmatch-style battles. Blast Ball introduces a soccer-like objective with vehicular elements reminiscent of Rocket League, while Bolt Rush...