We at NerdLeaks are tracking a fresh rumour that a new Crash Bandicoot game is allegedly in development, per reporting by Insider Gaming. The claim comes via a well-known leaker on X (formerly Twitter) and arrives as fans continue to ask when Crash will return to single-player form. Take this with a pinch of salt — but if true, it would mark another step for the franchise after its most recent entries.
What Was Reported
Insider Gaming reports that a user on X named noarmsandnolegs posted a message indicating “a new Crash Bandicoot game is scheduled too, but will not be unveiled for the moment. Patience, Wumpa lovers!” The post was shared publicly on X and was called out by Insider Gaming as the latest rumour pointing to a new entry in the franchise.
The piece from Insider Gaming also reminds readers that the most recent mainline entry was Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time and that the latest franchise release overall was the multiplayer spinoff Crash Team Rumble. Additionally, Insider Gaming notes that Activision has filed a new trademark tied specifically to motion pictures and television programs, and that an animated Crash Bandicoot series by Netflix and WildBrain Studios is reportedly quietly in the works.
The Source & Credibility
The rumour rests primarily on the claims of noarmsandnolegs, a leaker who, per Insider Gaming, previously shared details about an upcoming Spyro game before that title was officially announced. That past accuracy is cited by Insider Gaming as context for why the leaker’s Crash-related post merits attention.
We should be cautious: Insider Gaming explicitly tells readers to take the information with a grain of salt. The leaker’s post itself states the new game is “scheduled” but “will not be unveiled for the moment,” which suggests the timing of any announcement—if one exists—remains uncertain. In short, the tip is notable given the leaker’s track record, but it is still an unconfirmed claim rather than firm news.
What It Could Mean
If the claim is accurate, it would indicate that the Crash Bandicoot franchise has more projects in active planning than the community currently knows about. The combination of an alleged game in development, a trademark filing by Activision regarding motion pictures and television, and a reportedly in-development animated series involving Netflix and WildBrain Studios could, if all pieces are real, suggest broader franchise activity across multiple media.
That said, the leaker’s line that the game “will not be unveiled for the moment” implies any reveal could be some time away or deliberately delayed. We cannot confirm who is developing the rumoured game, what platforms it might target, or what form the project will take. Those specifics were not part of the claim highlighted by Insider Gaming.
Why This Matters
Players have been waiting for quite a bit of time for another mainline Crash Bandicoot adventure, per Insider Gaming, and the franchise’s recent releases include both Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time as the last mainline title and Crash Team Rumble as the latest entry overall. If the new-game claim proves true, it would be a significant development for fans eager to see where the series goes next.
For now, the situation remains speculative. We’re treating the claim with cautious interest: the leaker in question has a noted history with another franchise, which makes the post worth watching, but the claim itself is unconfirmed. We’ll be monitoring for any official word or additional corroboration, and we’ll update readers if further evidence emerges.
What do you think? If a new Crash Bandicoot is really “scheduled,” per the leaker quoted by Insider Gaming, are you excited or sceptical? Leave your thoughts below — and keep an eye on NerdLeaks for updates if and when this rumour evolves.
