Crash 4 Achieves Sales Landmark with 5 Million Copies Sold

Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time has achieved a significant sales milestone, selling over 5 million copies across all platforms. This achievement is notable as it comes after the game faced initial skepticism and comparisons to the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, which sold more digital copies in its first month. The sales figures were confirmed by a Toys for Bob design director, indicating that the game’s success is a testament to its quality and the enduring appeal of the Crash Bandicoot franchise.

The game, developed by Toys for Bob, has managed to attract a new generation of fans while still appealing to long-time fans of the series. This milestone is particularly impressive given the challenging market conditions, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the release close to the next generation of consoles.

Toby Schadt, a Toys for Bob developer, confirmed the sales figures, highlighting the game’s ability to overcome initial skepticism and comparisons to previous titles in the franchise. The Crash Bandicoot franchise has a long history, with Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time being a direct sequel to Naughty Dog’s original trilogy.

The game’s success is a testament to its quality and the constant appeal of the Crash Bandicoot franchise. Despite facing a challenging market, Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time has managed to attract a new generation of fans while still appealing to long-time fans of the series. This achievement is significant for the franchise and the developers of Toys for Bob.