Chibi-Robo! Zip Lash

 3DS
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 40 out of 50
  3. Negative: 5 out of 50
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  1. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Nov 17, 2015
    80
    If you are looking for a quality 2D adventure, and enjoy being a completionist, Chibi-Robo! Zip Lash should be on your radar. Chibi whips it, and he whips it good!
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 8, 2015
    80
    It’s got some frustrating moments (stage select, vehicles) but the highs outweigh the lows, and I like the Amiibo functionality.
  3. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    75
    Zip Lash is a polished game but not as inspired and surprising as New Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong Country or Yoshi’s Woolly World. [13/2015, p.74]
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  5. ZTGD
    Nov 10, 2015
    75
    It has issues, but ones that I can easily overlook, not just to throw caution to the wind but because it just didn’t affect my overall thoughts and feelings while playing the game.
  6. COGconnected
    Oct 13, 2015
    75
    With everything taken into account, Chibi-Robo! Zip Lash is a well-put together title. The pros outweigh the cons by leagues and it has fun packed into all the right places.
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  1. The A.V. Club
    Dec 8, 2015
    Zip Lash is not a bad game but perhaps just an underdeveloped one.

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#41 Best 3DS Game of 2015
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User Score
5.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 132 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 132
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 132
  3. Negative: 56 out of 132
  1. HaremJesus
    Nov 29, 2015
    4
    Chibi-robo is one of those characters where he appears in several different games, and in every one, the game mechanics are changed. ThisChibi-robo is one of those characters where he appears in several different games, and in every one, the game mechanics are changed. This incarnation of the metallic, tiny robo is very underwhelming to say the least. The original gamecube title had a really interesting mood, the characters were so strange and fascinating as well as absolutely hilarious at times. Unfortunately, none of that is in this game. It works fine as a platformer. It's just very boring and repetitive. The levels lack variety and the catchy music from prior titles. Oh well, lets wait another 4 years for Chibi Robo: Sewer Adventures along with Federation Force...… Full Review »
  2. VideoGameLover
    Oct 11, 2015
    9
    Really stunned at some of the reviews for this game. It's a different type of platformer. It's more about challenge and discovery. Looking forReally stunned at some of the reviews for this game. It's a different type of platformer. It's more about challenge and discovery. Looking for everything is great fun. The game is polished, entertaining, the Amiibo is a must, wonderful. I have put in well over 20 hours of play to beat the base game, much more if you 100%, which is fun to do.

    The gameplay has a nice build to it, with new items slowly being rolled out to you. Love how new ideas and elements present to you.

    My feeling is the destiny wheel turned off many critics. Which is silly as, it's not horrible, not great, but in the end, does nothing to impede the game. So easy to land on the number you need.

    Also, Chibi-Robo has always been polarizing. Critics want basic, paint by numbers. Not into edgy, different.

    Also, do NOT get the complaints on the vehicle levels. The cart, balloon, etc are all fun. Once you understand the controls, it makes great sense. Are they challenging? Sure. That's what I want in a game, a challenge. Not paint by number hand holding.

    The costume element of this game is great. In where you find codes within the game then share these codes with others on Miiverse, gamefaqs, etc. And, the 100%ing of this game is something I am truly going to shoot for. It's very addictive and fun. Getting all the costumes is something I feel will be quite rewarding to do.

    This is a game that is TRULY about exploration first, then platforming. And, the exploration is challenging and clever at times. If you are the nook and cranny sort of exploration person, who loves to find everything and smiles when discovering new items, this game is so much for you.

    The presentation is fantastic. Great menu, great Chibi Universe, many configurations of things to do, and, the Amiibo is greatly used in this. Heck, even other "non" Chibi Amiibo are well used in this!

    The sound effects are strong, the music light and catchy. Nothing special but serviceable enough to where you smile.

    If you love the Chibi-Robo Universe, and are looking for something different in game-play, get this now. Honestly, very surprised at some of the low scores on this game. They are not deserved and no doubt, if you try to collect everything, you will get at least 40 hours out of this wonderful, fun, inspiring, colorful game.

    9/10    … Full Review »
  3. NinFever
    Jul 15, 2020
    0
    There's too many copies of Ziplash in my toilet pipes

    Please buy Gex instead
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