Dr. Neo Cortex is a fictional character and the primary antagonist in the Crash Bandicoot video game series. He is a brilliant but evil scientist known for his attempts to conquer the world and defeat Crash Bandicoot, the series' hero. Cortex is characterized by his large head, small body, and distinctive green lab coat. Cortex often employs various inventions and minions, including N. Gin and Dingodile, to carry out his plans. His ultimate goal is to create an army of genetically modified animals and rule over the world. Despite his intelligence, his schemes frequently fail due to the interference of Crash and his friends.