is an action role-playing

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developed by

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and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for the

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. It was among the first video games published by Sony Computer Entertainment. A sequel, ''Crime Crackers 2'', was released in 1997.

Gameplay

''Crime Crackers'' is a

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with role-playing elements.

Development and release

The game was developed by Media.Vision, with development support from

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, and was published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The music was composed by

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, who would gain notoriety through his work on the '' Rurouni Kenshin'' anime adaptation and the ''

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'' series. It was re-released on

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on October 24, 2007.

Reception

''Crime Crackers'' garnered mixed response from critics since its release, most of which reviewed it as an import title. ''

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'' wrote that "''Crime Crackers'' may, in the future, find an audience with younger gamers who're looking for their first taste of role-playing adventure, but the game is unlikely to make a significant mark elsewhere."

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References

External links

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