This is by far the most enjoyable mask in the game. Drawing similarities to Taz from Looney Toons, wearing the Akano mask converts Crash and Coco into a destructive tornado smashing everything in their path. Wearing the Akano mask is by far the most fun in the game. Although it may be difficult, it makes levels more memorable. Having to switch phases while running across walls almost feels impossible pressing that many buttons. With the addition of the masks, it feels like there are so many elements you have to worry about at the same time. “Every level feels different than the last.” With Kapuna-Wa, time slows down and wearing Ika-Ika, gravity can be reversed. While using Akano, you are stuck in a constant powered up spin, smashing anything that comes your way. Crates will sometimes appear in a ‘bluish tint’ and won’t allow you to break them unless you activate a phase shift. Lani Loli allows the player to change switch dimensions of certain elements. There are 4 Quantum Masks, the Phase Mask (Lani-Loli), the Dark Matter Mask (Akano), the Time Mask (Kupuna-Wa), and the Gravity Mask (Ika-Ika). Each mask offers a different ability, transforming the game. With the introduction of the Quantum Masks, new gameplay mechanics have been added into the game. The usual suspects, Doctor Neo Cortex and Doctor Nefarious Tropy, are up to no good once again and it is your job to stop them from trying to take over the multiverse. The storyline follows Crash and Coco as they must recover the powerful Quantum Masks so they do not fall into the wrong hands. “The Quantum Masks completely alter the gameplay.” The other mode ‘Retro Mode’ is classic Crash, for those who want the old-school experience.
Each time you die, it is tallied and you will receive a gem if you die less than 3 times. The game’s recommended mode, Modern Mode, allows you to die as many times as you want per level. There are two ways to play Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, Modern Mode and Retro Mode. Toys For Bob has kept the original platform recipe while adding a bunch of new features to spice it up. After the success of the Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy, it only solidified that another Crash game had to be on its way. One of the most well-known marsupials, Crash Bandicoot, returns with his typical witty humour.