Fans of Ratchet & Clank who still can’t get enough of their favorite duo after Rift Apart can now enjoy a fascinating rediscovery from the series’ past. YouTuber The Golden Bolt has uncovered and preserved Ratchet & Clank: Clone Home, a cancelled 2006 mobile sequel to Going Mobile, which was developed for Java-based phones but never officially released.
In his latest video, The Golden Bolt explains how the search for this long-lost title began years ago, after reports surfaced of a working copy on an old Sony Ericsson W880i phone. Clone Home was planned as a direct continuation of Going Mobile, featuring the same 2D platforming style and humor that defined the early games.
Through careful preservation work, The Golden Bolt was able to recover and showcase the game in a playable format for historical and educational purposes. The discovery sheds light on a forgotten chapter of the Ratchet & Clank franchise, giving fans a rare look at a piece of gaming history that was nearly lost forever.
While the rights remain with Sony Interactive Entertainment, the recovery of Clone Home highlights the importance of game preservation and the dedication of fans who strive to keep the past alive.