Crackdown 3 – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Crackdown 3 Box Art
Publisher
Microsoft
Developer
Sumo Digital
Platforms
Xbox One, PC
Release Date
February 15, 2019
Genre
Action-Adventure

Game Overview:

Crackdown 3 is an open world action adventure title developed by Sumo Digital and published by Microsoft.

In addition to a single player campaign, the game also introduces a new, separate competitive multiplayer component, which features destructible environments powered by Cloud technology.

Latest Updates For Crackdown 3

Crackdown 3 Update Adds Wingsuits, Air Strikes, Elemental Weapons

Crackdown 3 Update Adds Wingsuits, Air Strikes, Elemental Weapons

Cluster Duck grenades also available for exploding areas with rubber duckies.

Crackdown 3 Gets Major Free Update With “Extra Edition”

Crackdown 3 Gets Major Free Update With “Extra Edition”

The game can be even more of a playground now.

Crackdown 3: Wrecking Zone Receives Squad Support, Previous Games’ DLC Now Free

Crackdown 3: Wrecking Zone Receives Squad Support, Previous Games’ DLC Now Free

The open world title will finally let you play with friends in Wrecking Zone.

Crackdown 3’s First Update Lands, Improves Performance During Co-Op

Crackdown 3’s First Update Lands, Improves Performance During Co-Op

Xbox Parties are currently slated to release in two to three weeks.

Crackdown 3 Guide – Where To Find Agent DNA Orbs, Prisoner Hardpoints And How To Level Up Abilities

Crackdown 3 Guide – Where To Find Agent DNA Orbs, Prisoner Hardpoints And How To Level Up Abilities

Get ready to crack down your enemies in Crackdown 3 using our guide!

Crackdown 3 Was the Most Played Paid Xbox One Title Last Week

Crackdown 3 Was the Most Played Paid Xbox One Title Last Week

Microsoft's open world title is reaping the benefits of being on Game Pass.

Far Cry New Dawn and Metro Exodus Debut on Top of Latest UK Charts

Far Cry New Dawn and Metro Exodus Debut on Top of Latest UK Charts

Crackdown 3, meanwhile, has failed to make it into the top 10.

Crackdown 3 Tech Analysis – Does The Cloud-Based Destruction Live Up To Its Original Vision?

Crackdown 3 Tech Analysis – Does The Cloud-Based Destruction Live Up To Its Original Vision?

We also compare the Xbox One X, Xbox One and PC versions of Crackdown 3 against each other.

Crackdown 3 Review – Layeth the Cracketh Down

Crackdown 3 Review – Layeth the Cracketh Down

Skills for kills, Agents.

Crackdown 3 Developers Respond To Concerns About Missing Friends Invite Functionality In Wrecking Zone Mode At Launch

Crackdown 3 Developers Respond To Concerns About Missing Friends Invite Functionality In Wrecking Zone Mode At Launch

The feature has officially been confirmed as part of the game’s post launch roadmap.

Crackdown 3 Won’t Let You Play Wrecking Zone With Friends At Launch

Crackdown 3 Won’t Let You Play Wrecking Zone With Friends At Launch

It could be a part of the game’s post launch support, however.

Crackdown 3 – 15 Things You Need To Know Before You Buy It

Crackdown 3 – 15 Things You Need To Know Before You Buy It

The long awaited and often delayed Crackdown 3 is almost here- here's what you need to know about it.

Crackdown 3 Campaign Will Last For More Than 15 Hours, Says Dev

Crackdown 3 Campaign Will Last For More Than 15 Hours, Says Dev

For an open world game, that seems a little bit short.

Crackdown 3 Review Embargo Reportedly Lifts On February 11

Crackdown 3 Review Embargo Reportedly Lifts On February 11

Reviews for the open world title will supposedly start coming in four days before launch.

Crackdown 3’s 5v5 Player Count for Wrecking Mode Was A Design Decision

Crackdown 3’s 5v5 Player Count for Wrecking Mode Was A Design Decision

As opposed to being limited by technical constraints, as was initially suggested.

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Large Scale Battle Royale, Developer Says

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Large Scale Battle Royale, Developer Says

"There’s so much stuff that you need to keep in memory, due to the destruction, that there are limits," says Jorg Neumann.

Crackdown 3’s Cloud Tech Affected Release Schedule, Led to “More Polished Experience” – Microsoft

Crackdown 3’s Cloud Tech Affected Release Schedule, Led to “More Polished Experience” – Microsoft

Though the Azure-based destruction took a "lot of investment", the additional time helped the campaign side as well, as per Joseph Staten.

Crackdown Could Become a Microsoft Mainstay Franchise, Says Microsoft Executive

Crackdown Could Become a Microsoft Mainstay Franchise, Says Microsoft Executive

“We think Crackdown has a lot of potential, it's a really fun game, we hope people love it.”

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Any Microtransactions or Loot Boxes, Developers Say

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Any Microtransactions or Loot Boxes, Developers Say

That’s a refreshing change of pace, and coming from Microsoft no less.

Xbox Game Pass Gets Pre-Loading, Starting With Crackdown 3

Xbox Game Pass Gets Pre-Loading, Starting With Crackdown 3

You can, in fact, pre-load Crackdown 3 via Game Pass right now.

Crackdown 3’s Multiplayer Component Wrecking Zone Arrives on February 15th 2019

Crackdown 3’s Multiplayer Component Wrecking Zone Arrives on February 15th 2019

Two maps and two gameplay modes showcased during Microsoft's X018 event.

Crackdown 3’s PC Requirements Revealed

Crackdown 3’s PC Requirements Revealed

More and more we are getting proof that, yes, the game is actually about to come out for real this time.

Crackdown 3 Could Have A New Title, According to Xbox Store Listing

Crackdown 3 Could Have A New Title, According to Xbox Store Listing

It’s not the catchiest name, but I think it will do.

Crackdown 3 Rating Emerges on Australian Ratings Board

Crackdown 3 Rating Emerges on Australian Ratings Board

It looks like we are finally near the light at the end of the tunnel...

Crackdown 3 Will Still Have Cloud Powered Destruction – Report

Crackdown 3 Will Still Have Cloud Powered Destruction – Report

It looks like the final game will deliver on one of its initial promises.

Crackdown 3 Can Be Played at X018’s Xbox FanFest

Crackdown 3 Can Be Played at X018’s Xbox FanFest

Microsoft's upcoming exclusive will be playable for the first time since 2017.

Crackdown 3 Has Made Progress, But There’s Still More Work To Do – Phil Spencer

Crackdown 3 Has Made Progress, But There’s Still More Work To Do – Phil Spencer

Microsoft boss says the open world title's development is progressing nicely.

Crackdown 3 Developer Acquires TheChineseRoom

Crackdown 3 Developer Acquires TheChineseRoom

Everybody's Gone to the Rapture developer outlines future game plans, along with teasing "something bigger".

Crackdown 3 Developers Are Working To Make Sure Not To Repeat Crackdown 2’s Mistakes

Crackdown 3 Developers Are Working To Make Sure Not To Repeat Crackdown 2’s Mistakes

The developers are certain that Crackdown 3 will be a very different game from its predecessor.

Crackdown 3’s Most Recent Delay Is The “Final Time Microsoft Is Willing To Delay It”- Report

Crackdown 3’s Most Recent Delay Is The “Final Time Microsoft Is Willing To Delay It”- Report

The game better be in a shippable state by this February, apparently.

Crackdown Creator Says His Departure From Crackdown 3 Was “The Right Thing to Do at the Right Time”

Crackdown Creator Says His Departure From Crackdown 3 Was “The Right Thing to Do at the Right Time”

Crackdown creator is not too bitter at not being involved with the game's development anymore.

Crackdown 3: Sumo Digital is Microsoft’s “Main Partner” in Development

Crackdown 3: Sumo Digital is Microsoft’s “Main Partner” in Development

Reagent Games and Cloudgine seemingly no longer involved.

“We Want Crackown to Sit Next to Halo, Gears”, Says Microsoft About Crackdown Delay

“We Want Crackown to Sit Next to Halo, Gears”, Says Microsoft About Crackdown Delay

I guess delays to ensure game quality are fine...

Crackdown 3- Microsoft Showcases New Trailer, Confirms February 2019 Release Date

Crackdown 3- Microsoft Showcases New Trailer, Confirms February 2019 Release Date

Microsoft showed off a brand new trailer for Crackdown 3 at their E3 press event.

Crackdown 3 Now Launching in February 2019

Crackdown 3 Now Launching in February 2019

I'm out of things to say at this point.

Crackdown 3 Release Further Delayed to 2019 – Report

Crackdown 3 Release Further Delayed to 2019 – Report

This makes Xbox's line-up of games for the year quite disappointing.

Crackdown 3 Still in Development, Cancelled Pre-Orders Were “Technical Issue”

Crackdown 3 Still in Development, Cancelled Pre-Orders Were “Technical Issue”

Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg says dev "continues to work hard on the game for our fans".

Crackdown 3 Could Drive Xbox One Sales, According to Michael Pachter

Crackdown 3 Could Drive Xbox One Sales, According to Michael Pachter

"I'd much rather play Crackdown 3 than Halo 6 or Gears 5."

Crackdown 3 Gets Rated By Brazilian Board Suggesting That Its Release Is Near

Crackdown 3 Gets Rated By Brazilian Board Suggesting That Its Release Is Near

Usually when a game is rated, it suggests that its release will soon follow.

With God of War’s Critical Success The Onus Is On Microsoft To Deliver With Crackdown 3

With God of War’s Critical Success The Onus Is On Microsoft To Deliver With Crackdown 3

Crackdown 3 will be the next test.

Xbox Boss Defends Against Sea of Thieves’ Criticism, Shares Update On Crackdown 3
Xbox Exec Aaron Greenberg: Nothing To Worry About Crackdown 3, Talks About Game Pass Discounts

Xbox Exec Aaron Greenberg: Nothing To Worry About Crackdown 3, Talks About Game Pass Discounts

Plus, a very brief update on Crackdown 3.

Crackdown 3 And State of Decay 2’s Release Dates Leaked By Amazon – Rumor

Crackdown 3 And State of Decay 2’s Release Dates Leaked By Amazon – Rumor

The games are set to release between May and June according to this information.

Crackdown 3, Forza Horizon Dev Acquires CCP Games Newcastle Studio

Crackdown 3, Forza Horizon Dev Acquires CCP Games Newcastle Studio

Sumo Digital feels this to be a "great opportunity" for bringing in an experienced team.

Crackdown 3’s Early Announcement Was A Mistake, Says Xbox Head of First Party

Crackdown 3’s Early Announcement Was A Mistake, Says Xbox Head of First Party

"We’re trying to learn from that mistake and do better."

Microsoft Gamescom 2017 Preview: Xbox One X, Crackdown 3, Original Xbox Backwards Compatability And More

Microsoft Gamescom 2017 Preview: Xbox One X, Crackdown 3, Original Xbox Backwards Compatability And More

Microsoft should have some interesting announcements but will it be enough to ride out the lackluster Fall/Winter lineup?

Crackdown 3’s Delay Is Yet More Evidence Of The Systemic Problem Microsoft Is Facing

Crackdown 3’s Delay Is Yet More Evidence Of The Systemic Problem Microsoft Is Facing

The Xbox's state of exclusives and first party games is alarming.

Crackdown 3 Delay Disappointing, Says Xbox Boss Phil Spencer

Crackdown 3 Delay Disappointing, Says Xbox Boss Phil Spencer

"We are very committed to shipping Crackdown 3 to the level of quality the fans deserve."

Crackdown 3 Delay Won’t Impact Xbox One X Launch Sales, Doesn’t Make Any Material Difference, Says Pachter

Crackdown 3 Delay Won’t Impact Xbox One X Launch Sales, Doesn’t Make Any Material Difference, Says Pachter

Those buying an Xbox One X for Crackdown 3 will do it later rather than sooner as per Pachter.

Crackdown 3 Delayed to Spring 2018

Crackdown 3 Delayed to Spring 2018

Originally scheduled to launch in November with Xbox One X, Crackdown 3 will now arrive next year.

Crackdown 3 Voice Actor Silences Hater On Twitter

Crackdown 3 Voice Actor Silences Hater On Twitter

Time to start caring.

Phil Spencer: Xbox One X Bundles With 4K HDR TV Most Likely Coming, Talks About Crackdown 3

Phil Spencer: Xbox One X Bundles With 4K HDR TV Most Likely Coming, Talks About Crackdown 3

Also believes Super Lucky's Tale will surprise a lot of people.

Crackdown 3 On Xbox One X: Commander Jaxon Looks Breathtakingly Real In This Video

Crackdown 3 On Xbox One X: Commander Jaxon Looks Breathtakingly Real In This Video

Take a look at highly anticipated game in action.

Crackdown 3 New Screenshot Shows Off Terry Crews

Crackdown 3 New Screenshot Shows Off Terry Crews

'Say what one more time, I dare you.'

Crackdown 3 Xbox One X Footage Walks Us Through Some New Abilities

Crackdown 3 Xbox One X Footage Walks Us Through Some New Abilities

Including the Black Hole Gun!

Crackdown 3’s Ambition Is Why Its Development Took So Long, Says Director

Crackdown 3’s Ambition Is Why Its Development Took So Long, Says Director

"This is a franchise that deserved to come back, and we wanted to do it right."

Crackdown 3 Receiving “Exciting News” At San Diego Comic-Con

Crackdown 3 Receiving “Exciting News” At San Diego Comic-Con

Special guest to attend panel on July 22nd.

Xbox One X Is Going To Be ‘Badass’ Once Games Are Optimized For It, Says Crackdown 3 Developer

Xbox One X Is Going To Be ‘Badass’ Once Games Are Optimized For It, Says Crackdown 3 Developer

"The difference between Xbox One X and PS4 Pro is night and day."

I Played Crackdown 3, It’s Fun But I Am A Bit Skeptical of It

I Played Crackdown 3, It’s Fun But I Am A Bit Skeptical of It

Welcome to the city jungle.

Crackdown 3 Developer Says Xbox One X Is Far More Powerful Than PS4 Pro, But Is Unsure If Third Parties Will Make Full Use Of That Power
Crackdown 3 Can Be Finished in 2.5 Hours, Story Averages 12 to 16 Hours

Crackdown 3 Can Be Finished in 2.5 Hours, Story Averages 12 to 16 Hours

It's possible to challenge the final boss right away.

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Zombies

Crackdown 3 Will Not Have Zombies

It may get glide suits some time after launch, however.

Crackdown 3 Will Support Dolby Atmos On Xbox One X, Graphic Novel Style Looks Great In 4K
Crackdown 3: Destruction “Still Part of Multiplayer”, Carjacking Confirmed

Crackdown 3: Destruction “Still Part of Multiplayer”, Carjacking Confirmed

Cloud-powered destruction is still present. Also, transforming cars.

Crackdown 3 Launches November 7 This Year

Crackdown 3 Launches November 7 This Year

Microsoft shows off the long awaited game extensively in new footage.

Crackdown 3 Will Support Xbox Play Anywhere, Slated For 2017 Release

Crackdown 3 Will Support Xbox Play Anywhere, Slated For 2017 Release

Release is "on track" for this year.

Crackdown 3 Info is “On The Horizon”

Crackdown 3 Info is “On The Horizon”

News will roll out "BIG TIME" in coming months.

Crackdown 3 Is ‘All About The Boom’, Says Microsoft

Crackdown 3 Is ‘All About The Boom’, Says Microsoft

BOOM goes the dynamite.

Microsoft Xbox Boss – Cloud Tech Is Working Great, Crackdown 3 World Feels Alive
Crackdown 3 Development Has “Been Rough” But “Coming Along Fine” – Insider

Crackdown 3 Development Has “Been Rough” But “Coming Along Fine” – Insider

Shinobi602 clarifies earlier comments about Crackdown 3.

Crackdown 3 Development “Not Going Too Hot Either” – Insider

Crackdown 3 Development “Not Going Too Hot Either” – Insider

Shinobi602 notes it's not as bad as Scalebound's situation.

Crackdown 3 Releasing in Holiday 2017 “Or Earlier”

Crackdown 3 Releasing in Holiday 2017 “Or Earlier”

4K support on Project Scorpio confirmed.

Crackdown 3 Still in Development, Latest Build “Looked Good” – Phil Spencer

Crackdown 3 Still in Development, Latest Build “Looked Good” – Phil Spencer

Crackdown 3 is apparently has an "iconic" look.

Crackdown 3, Scalebound, Halo Wars 2 Delays Explained by Microsoft

Crackdown 3, Scalebound, Halo Wars 2 Delays Explained by Microsoft

Sometimes things just take longer than initially expected.

Crackdown 3 Delay: “It’s The Campaign We Are Doubling Down On Now”

Crackdown 3 Delay: “It’s The Campaign We Are Doubling Down On Now”

"It is the most fully featured campaign we have ever done"

Microsoft Doesn’t “Need” Crackdown 3 in 2016 – Greenberg

Microsoft Doesn’t “Need” Crackdown 3 in 2016 – Greenberg

More thought being put into "spreading out our titles over the next year".

Crackdown 3 Delayed to 2017, Confirmed for Windows 10

Crackdown 3 Delayed to 2017, Confirmed for Windows 10

Will support Xbox Play Anywhere initiative.

Crackdown 3 Teaser Site Appears

Crackdown 3 Teaser Site Appears

Is a beta incoming?

Crackdown 3 Dev Blog Teases Explosive Developments

Crackdown 3 Dev Blog Teases Explosive Developments

"We can't wait to see how you blow-up our world."

Crackdown 3 New Information Coming Soon

Crackdown 3 New Information Coming Soon

What will this information be?

Xbox One’s Special Edition Crackdown 3 Controller Won’t Be Sold in Stores
Cloudgine Interview: Crackdown 3 and Clouds of Destruction

Cloudgine Interview: Crackdown 3 and Clouds of Destruction

What is Cloudgine and what do they have to do with Crackdown 3? Find out here.

Crackdown 3’s Cloud Based Destruction Enhancement Detailed, Was Extremely Challenging To Achieve

Crackdown 3’s Cloud Based Destruction Enhancement Detailed, Was Extremely Challenging To Achieve

No prizes for guessing: It was damn hard to achieve cloud assisted destruction in Crackdown 3.

Crackdown 3 Cloud Tech Could Come To Non-Microsoft Platforms, Tech Allows “Ground Breaking Experiences”

Crackdown 3 Cloud Tech Could Come To Non-Microsoft Platforms, Tech Allows “Ground Breaking Experiences”

CEO Maurizio Sciglio also talks about the differences between PS Now and Cloudgine.

Crackdown 3 Limited Edition Xbox One Controller Teased

Crackdown 3 Limited Edition Xbox One Controller Teased

It's a tantalizing tease.

Crackdown 3 Wiki – Everything you need to know about the game

Crackdown 3 Wiki – Everything you need to know about the game

Everything you need to know about Crackdown 3.

Are Scalebound, Quantum Break And Crackdown 3 Setting New Graphical Benchmarks For The Xbox One?

Are Scalebound, Quantum Break And Crackdown 3 Setting New Graphical Benchmarks For The Xbox One?

Microsoft's upcoming portfolio of games represents a look at the future of gaming on the console.

15 Reasons Why Crackdown 3 Is Going To Be A Game Changer For Xbox One

15 Reasons Why Crackdown 3 Is Going To Be A Game Changer For Xbox One

What does Microsoft's Cloud on Xbox One hold for future gaming?

Crackdown 3 Developer: Technically, There Is No Limit For Server-Based Multiplayer

Crackdown 3 Developer: Technically, There Is No Limit For Server-Based Multiplayer

'It's fully dynamic, there is no limit.'

Phil Spencer Discusses Why Scalebound, Quantum Break, and Crackdown 3 Won’t Launch on PC

Phil Spencer Discusses Why Scalebound, Quantum Break, and Crackdown 3 Won’t Launch on PC

'It was too late in their development cycle.'

Crackdown 3 Multiplayer Still Dependent on Your Internet Connection

Crackdown 3 Multiplayer Still Dependent on Your Internet Connection

Microsoft will work to ensure all instances stay synced and everything runs smoothly for multiplayer though.

Crackdown 3 Dev Explains Why Cloud Based Destruction Won’t Be Present In Single Player

Crackdown 3 Dev Explains Why Cloud Based Destruction Won’t Be Present In Single Player

Not everyone is "always online" and heroes are not meant to destroy cities.

Crackdown 3: Purposeful Destruction and Multiplayer Concerns

Crackdown 3: Purposeful Destruction and Multiplayer Concerns

Is there more to Crackdown 3's multiplayer than meets the eye? And will it be enough?

Naughty Dog & Bioware Devs React to Crackdown 3, Destruction Outpaces What Giant Dev PCs Can Compute

Naughty Dog & Bioware Devs React to Crackdown 3, Destruction Outpaces What Giant Dev PCs Can Compute

Senior producer John Noonan also says specifics for modes and player counts are yet to be revealed.

Crackdown 3: You Can Actually Flatten Out The Entire City, Use Rocks And Debris To Take Down Enemies
Crackdown 3: New Video Details The Power of Cloud, Gameplay And Destruction

Crackdown 3: New Video Details The Power of Cloud, Gameplay And Destruction

Dave Jones from Reagent Games details some of the game's features.

Crackdown 3 Multiplayer Available in Summer 2016, More Info on Full Release “Soon”

Crackdown 3 Multiplayer Available in Summer 2016, More Info on Full Release “Soon”

The release of the open world action title is a little more complicated than we first thought.

Crackdown 3 Destructibility Higher in Multiplayer Than Campaign Mode

Crackdown 3 Destructibility Higher in Multiplayer Than Campaign Mode

Internet connectivity and differing approaches to design are the reasoning.

Crackdown 3 Devs Confirm Cloud Makes Xbox One More Powerful

Crackdown 3 Devs Confirm Cloud Makes Xbox One More Powerful

The infinite power of the cloud, this time for real.

Crackdown 3 To Have Improved Multiplayer, 100% Destruction Thanks To The Cloud

Crackdown 3 To Have Improved Multiplayer, 100% Destruction Thanks To The Cloud

Just how the multiplayer will be "revolutionary" wasn't revealed.

Crackdown 3 Gameplay Debuts at Gamescom

Crackdown 3 Gameplay Debuts at Gamescom

The promise of the cloud?

Scalebound, Crackdown Skipping E3 2015

Scalebound, Crackdown Skipping E3 2015

Both games will be at Gamescom 2015 instead.

Microsoft: Don’t Call Crackdown On Xbox One, Crackdown 3

Microsoft: Don’t Call Crackdown On Xbox One, Crackdown 3

Okay, I'll stop now, I promise.

Phil Spencer Talks About Crackdown 3’s Cloud Destruction Demo

Phil Spencer Talks About Crackdown 3’s Cloud Destruction Demo

Powered by the cloud.

Crackdown 3 Revealed at E3: The Agency Likes Dominos

Crackdown 3 Revealed at E3: The Agency Likes Dominos

And no, we don't mean the pizza.

Crackdown 3 to be Revealed at Microsoft E3 Briefing – Rumour

Crackdown 3 to be Revealed at Microsoft E3 Briefing – Rumour

Super-powered open world adventure returns?

Ruffian Games Is Hiring For Next Gen Development, Is Crackdown 3 Incoming?

Ruffian Games Is Hiring For Next Gen Development, Is Crackdown 3 Incoming?

All signs indicate a grand reveal next year.

Crackdown 3 Accidently Revealed for Xbox One?

Crackdown 3 Accidently Revealed for Xbox One?

New Crackdown in the works?

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