Kid Icarus: Uprising

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  1. StellarScythe
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Lovely game with a beautiful artstyle, compelling characters, and hilarious writing. It was a thrill ride from start to finish.
  2. interprete
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    good game. I liked it. very fun. would play again. recomend anyone playing it.
  3. SagiR1
    Jan 24, 2021
    10
    Very bizarre experience from our lord and savior Masahiro Sakurai.

    Gameplay: It might sound rough and hard but it is very daring for 3DS games. It is certainly rough at first, but when you get the hang of it, it is the best gameplay available on the 3DS. You can select difficulty to fit your match. Many customization weapons/ skills and play styles. The possibility is endless. There    Very bizarre experience from our lord and savior Masahiro Sakurai.

    Gameplay: It might sound rough and hard but it is very daring for 3DS games. It is certainly rough at first, but when you get the hang of it, it is the best gameplay available on the 3DS. You can select difficulty to fit your match. Many customization weapons/ skills and play styles. The possibility is endless. There will be point in game that you felt like how is this possible on 3DS? It is too good to be true.

    Story: Humorous and amazing. Every character and story are quite good and memorable. Making goddess into anime character is one of the best thing ever. It is very fun story and dialogue along the way. It might be rough to catch up as you have to separate the eye and ear when fighting monster and listening to talking at the same time. But story is very great which make the game not too tense. Many twist and turn. Pit, Palutena, Viridi, Dark Pit and more have their own character which are just so shining.

    Overall: This is a must play game on 3DS. It is not a game, it is an experience. The quality is AAA and so perfect in every way possible    … Expand
  4. SirXyonder777
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    A must play for the 3DS. With so many levels, funny voice acting, and amazingly unique bosses, this game is amazing, and will keep anyone entertained for hours. But be warned, the camera controls could cause some problems without the circle pad pro.
  5. TSNintendogamer
    May 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like pretty much everything about the game except the controls. In my eyes the game should've been on the wii instead due to the controls. It can feel alittle uncomfortable but everything else about the game is great. I love the story to the game. It's really funny and it happens during the levels too which is a big plus. Hades is a great villain too who appears 2/3 through the game. The combat is way better than the NES and gameboy titles. It's funny how they bring references from the older game too. Lastly the game looks beautiful for a 3ds game but would've looked even better on wii.… Expand
  6. Jerem8
    Apr 11, 2023
    10
    Most underrated game of the 3DS, the gameplay is great, the online mode is wonderful. A beautiful journey with Pit and Palutena's guard !
  7. LinkMI
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    Such a fun game and the online mode is incredible, it's truly the best 3ds game, I highly recommend it to anyone who owns a 3ds
  8. Kiss-Shot
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Este puede ser el mejor juego de 3Ds una historia impresionante, un sistema de combate espectacular para ser un juego de 3Ds y de 2012, muchisimas armas y habilidades con jugabilidades unicas.
    Los dioses y la historia son tremendos he incluso tiene muchisima online.
    Los niveles canvian dependiendo de la dificultad pero estan todos pensados para que no se pasen y puedas recoger los    Este puede ser el mejor juego de 3Ds una historia impresionante, un sistema de combate espectacular para ser un juego de 3Ds y de 2012, muchisimas armas y habilidades con jugabilidades unicas.
    Los dioses y la historia son tremendos he incluso tiene muchisima online.
    Los niveles canvian dependiendo de la dificultad pero estan todos pensados para que no se pasen y puedas recoger los collecionables (muy pocos y sirven para crear mas armas) y que los niveles no te abrumen escepto en dicifultad 9.0.

    Con todo esto dicho el mejor juego de 3DS.    … Expand
  9. Jorad
    Mar 23, 2012
    9
    Amazing game. Even after just a few hours in I can safely say that this is the most ambitious and best 3DS game to date and easily better than Super Mario 3D Land. Visually, it looks stunning and makes excellent use of the 3D effect. I would say Mario 3D Land looks slightly better overall, but Uprising just feels so much more vast and impressive even in the on rails air sections.Amazing game. Even after just a few hours in I can safely say that this is the most ambitious and best 3DS game to date and easily better than Super Mario 3D Land. Visually, it looks stunning and makes excellent use of the 3D effect. I would say Mario 3D Land looks slightly better overall, but Uprising just feels so much more vast and impressive even in the on rails air sections. Speaking of the air sections are a blast to play. Think something along the lines of Sin and Punishment 2 for the Wii, but offer a greater choice of weaponry and as a result give a slightly more varied experience. The controls for these sections are pretty fluid and it feels really fast paced and action packed. The other main gameplay style of the game are the ground sections. These offer full control over Pit as you defeat Medusa's troops to progress forward. These sections are varied with different kinds of cool and unconventional platforming elements are seldom feel stale. The only criticism is with how these control. Not the responsiveness of it since everything feels tight and responsive but more how cramped it can feel. However, one can quickly adjust and as a result properly enjoy all the amazing things Kid Icarus has to offer in terms of gameplay and content. In typical Sakurai fashion, this game has loads of content. More so than any game on the 3DS so far and it makes Mario 3D Land looks absolutely minuscule by comparison. Various multiplayer modes, weapon collection and customisation, numerous difficulty settings. This game has so much to offer. All this coupled with pleasant and light-hearted story, amazing soundtrack, great level of overall challenge and accessibility and excellent presentation, Kid Icarus Uprising is easily the best game on the 3DS.… Expand
  10. Litaker61
    Feb 20, 2013
    9
    I really enjoyed this game however I had one issue... I'm left handed and found the game completely unplayable without the circle pad. However once I used the circle pad I have to say that this is one of the deepest, most re-playable games made for the 3DS. Graphics are stunning if a little overbearing at times. The length of the game surprised me, 25 chapters in total but not once did II really enjoyed this game however I had one issue... I'm left handed and found the game completely unplayable without the circle pad. However once I used the circle pad I have to say that this is one of the deepest, most re-playable games made for the 3DS. Graphics are stunning if a little overbearing at times. The length of the game surprised me, 25 chapters in total but not once did I find myself bored. The storyline is well written as are the characters with very cheesy dialogue. Gameplay is great especially the flying segments but I do agree that the on foot segments could be improved, that does not take away from the fact this is one of the longest console worthy handheld games ever. All in all a great game and definitely recommended as I don't think there will be another game with Pit for a long time unfortunately.… Expand
  11. Nosidda89
    Mar 25, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus Uprising is the 3DS's flagship game of 2012, and it's a great one. This game is very fun, packed full of amazing content, and is addicting to the point where you'll keep coming back for more. This game was developed by Nintendo's very own Project Sora, the team responsible for the fantastic Super Smash Bros. series, and although this may not be the best game they've made, it'sKid Icarus Uprising is the 3DS's flagship game of 2012, and it's a great one. This game is very fun, packed full of amazing content, and is addicting to the point where you'll keep coming back for more. This game was developed by Nintendo's very own Project Sora, the team responsible for the fantastic Super Smash Bros. series, and although this may not be the best game they've made, it's still one that deserves plenty of attention. It's a great example of what the 3DS is capable of, and will likely serve as a template for 3DS games to come. Basically, Uprising is a shooter that has two play modes. Single player campaign, and of course, multiplayer. In the campaign, you play as the angelic Pit, who fights the forces of the underworld for the goddess of light, Palutena. Each level begins with a flying sequence, and later goes into a land battle. Flying sequences play very similarly to StarFox. Pit flies on rails, controlled by Palutena, and you're job is to fly Pit around the screen while shooting underworld forces that attack you, while Palutena guides you towards your objective. It's addicting, and the opening flying sequences alone can keep you playing for hours, but there's also the land sequence, which you'll be spending most of your play time doing. Land battles aren't as fun as the flying sequences, and suffer from the games awkward controls (we'll get to that in a minute). Still, the land sequences are fun, and can prove to be really challenging and intense. Basically, land battles are sequences of getting from point A to point B while destroying any enemies that are thrown at you along the way as well as collecting treasure that can be used later, until finally you reach the boss at the end. Defeat the boss, and you'll beat the level, and earn rewards. Weapons, powers, hearts, and even achievements. Hearts, however, are very important, as you need them to buy new gear, fuse gems that you get from StreetPass tags, as well as bet on each level you play. The difficulty of the level you play determines how many hearts you'll earn in your fight. The harder the difficulty, the more hearts you'll earn, and vice-versa. But if you die, you lose the hearts you bet, and difficulty will automatically go down as your penalty, so be careful how much you bet. Betting can be bad for you after all. Once you've started earning weapons, however, you can begin fusing them to create better gear. This game is literally packed full of a ton of content, meaning there are more than a fair amount of weapons to choose from. From claws, to bows, to blade, to staves, to many others. You'll have plenty a variety to choose from once you progress, so get ready to experiment from up to 100 different weapons. Then there's multiplayer, where you can play either Light vs Dark (Team Deathmatch) 3 vs 3, or Free for All. You can play online, or locally, and any gear you obtain in the single player campaign can be used online. And of course, you can invite your online friends to play with you. Each team has a health bar, and when you die, the health bar decreases. The first team to lose all their health is the loser. Eventually, though, once the teams health bar reaches a certain point, the last player to die will become that teams Pit, or Dark Pit if you're on the Dark Team. That player then becomes the last resort, and if he dies, the team loses. So once the opposing Pit appears, the goal is to defeat him. However, the person who becomes Pit or Dark Pit gets enhanced abilities and health, so don't think you can kill him as easily as the others. The game is fantastic, and of course 3D looks great. Dialog in the campaign is corky and entertaining, and will give you a few laughs. There's just one problem with this game that prevents it from being a 10, and I'm sure people already know where this is going. I'm talking, of course, about the controls. Uprising is controlled by moving Pit around with the circle pad, while aiming with the stylus-touchscreen combo, and shooting/melee with the L button. And believe me, this takes getting used to. I'm actually pretty shocked that Sora didn't include a dual analog option with the Circle Pad Pro, but I think they were trying to go with the more accurate route of stylus since this alternative really is much more accurate for a shooter this intense. Still, It would've been nice to have the option for players who aren't as daring. But the good news is, though the controls sound awkward, it really doesn't take long to get used to. And once you've figured out the controls, you'll have a blast with this game. But if you're stil grieving for dual analog, then get yourself a thumb stylus, or a DS Wrist Strap. That'll solve your problem. But overall, Uprising is a fantastic 3D shooter adventure that's well worth the money. Kid Icarus Uprising gets a 9/10 from me. :)… Expand
  12. Gamevine
    Apr 2, 2012
    9
    This has the best multilayer i have ever experienced on a handheld system. The solo campaign is great too. Also, I did not find the controls as frustrating or hard to master as some reviewers did.
  13. Praefectia
    Apr 18, 2012
    9
    Controls are awkward, and can actually hurt after playing for a bit. I have small hands so I can't imagine what it's like for people with average/big hands.

    Other than that this game is absolutely stellar. The game is basically made for a portable with short levels, so you can always just play 1-2 levels at a time to avoid hand cramping. Not ideal, but I believe the game is worth it.    Controls are awkward, and can actually hurt after playing for a bit. I have small hands so I can't imagine what it's like for people with average/big hands.

    Other than that this game is absolutely stellar. The game is basically made for a portable with short levels, so you can always just play 1-2 levels at a time to avoid hand cramping. Not ideal, but I believe the game is worth it.

    I'd have given it a 10 if it wasn't such a pain(literally) to play.    … Expand
  14. Ironmonger
    Apr 6, 2012
    9
    I like this game a lot. The air battles are a lot of fun, and making them a maximum of five minutes long lets you get to ground battles sooner. The ground battlles, which I expected to be complicated and difficult to grasp, were actually easy and fluid. Over all, I love this game! I only have 2 reasons for giving this game a 9 rather than a 10. First, the weapons, despite their uniqueness,I like this game a lot. The air battles are a lot of fun, and making them a maximum of five minutes long lets you get to ground battles sooner. The ground battlles, which I expected to be complicated and difficult to grasp, were actually easy and fluid. Over all, I love this game! I only have 2 reasons for giving this game a 9 rather than a 10. First, the weapons, despite their uniqueness, are hard to differ. There are only two ways to find out how they are different from one another (within the same catagory): obtain its idol and use it. Long story short, the games needs an "info" button when selecting it. Second, when you play "light vs. dark" in together mode, if you become the angel, the game gives you a random weapon. Despite those two minor flaws, I loved the game!… Expand
  15. Insigma
    Mar 31, 2012
    9
    I don't understand all these issues with the control scheme. People have just never used the stylus like that before because everyone is so used to the typical two joystick configuration. Typical Westerners complaining about something that requires effort to get used to... If you wanna play the game, you're gonna have to learn how to make the controls work. Afterward, the game plays fine.I don't understand all these issues with the control scheme. People have just never used the stylus like that before because everyone is so used to the typical two joystick configuration. Typical Westerners complaining about something that requires effort to get used to... If you wanna play the game, you're gonna have to learn how to make the controls work. Afterward, the game plays fine. The only thing that really bugged me in the game was the occasional cheesy dialogue: "G-FORCE IN MY FAAAAaAAaAaAaaAAAAaAaAAaAAAAAAaaaAAAAACE!!!!!!!!!" and the fact that there was too much dialogue. Otherwise, everything about this game is beautiful. The music (OMG the music), the 3D (Which makes me play better for some reason), etc etc.… Expand
  16. Chancedeath
    Mar 25, 2012
    9
    I have one main thing to say...THIS GAME IS FUN! It is a rail shooter like the Sin and Punishment games (which are awesome btw). The controls are initialy wierd, but now they are fine to me. The PvP/Online play were great also. I ran into no lag, felt balenced, and challenging.

    I would highly recommend this game.
  17. hagelt18
    Apr 6, 2012
    9
    I finally finished the game and I have to say my final verdict is that this is the best 3DS game to date. I'll start with controls since that's what most people complained about. The truth is that the controls are not bad at all, they are just different than any game that's out there right now and it takes time to get used to. Once you overcome the challenge of the learning curve, youI finally finished the game and I have to say my final verdict is that this is the best 3DS game to date. I'll start with controls since that's what most people complained about. The truth is that the controls are not bad at all, they are just different than any game that's out there right now and it takes time to get used to. Once you overcome the challenge of the learning curve, you will find that you can control pit perfectly fine. The hand cramp issue exists with any fast paced stylus controlled game, you just have to learn to play in smaller 1-2 hour spurts. The music is some of the best I've ever heard in a game in a long time. The story is fun, well paced, dynamic, and carefully integrated into the game so that it doesn't feel like story and play time are completely separated. There are a lot of fun, memorable characters that were introduced. The game's weapon fusing, buying, selling, testing, and even gem swapping add a nice touch to the games complexity. The weapons are all very different and can have different stats depending on what you fuse. There are a TON of unlockables, secrets, and extra challenges that wait for those looking for a game to last them a while. The story mode should take you about 12-15 hours, but you still have a lot to do once you beat it. You can play against others online or locally any time, you can go back to levels and play on higher difficulties to get even better weapons or get higher scores. You can go through the achievement treasure hunts to unlock even more stuff. The artwork and visuals looked very high quality and the design was very unique. The 3D effects in the game do actually work very well, I found my self turning it on and off depending on the intensity of the game.

    All in all, this is game was very refreshing and very satisfying. It is great for both novice and veteran gamers alike. If you are looking to break away from the repetitive game designs that plague the industry today, then I strongly recommend this title.    … Expand
  18. Gotti23
    Aug 15, 2012
    9
    First of all Pit is Back after 20 plus years of goin M.I.A and this game is amazing. The only problem that I got with it is the controls but People!!! U GOT OPTIONAL CONTROLS SO U DON'T HAVE TO USE THE STYLUS!!! The story mode is fun but I like the multiplayer mode the best!!! This game has tons of replay value and I play this game hours at a time. I like the power UPS u can get and alsoFirst of all Pit is Back after 20 plus years of goin M.I.A and this game is amazing. The only problem that I got with it is the controls but People!!! U GOT OPTIONAL CONTROLS SO U DON'T HAVE TO USE THE STYLUS!!! The story mode is fun but I like the multiplayer mode the best!!! This game has tons of replay value and I play this game hours at a time. I like the power UPS u can get and also fusing the weapons too. The graphics on this game are amazing and not ps2 like some Sony fan boys like to this diss on here!!! Gameplay is very good and if anybody has a 3ds then this game is a must have!!!… Expand
  19. dingdong
    Feb 16, 2015
    9
    What a wonderful surprise this game was. I guess the "hardest" part would be the controls, but honestly, I got used to them fairly quick. I have large hands and it wasn't a problem on my 3DS XL. Oh, and I should mention I'm left-handed, too. Really, I was able to get used to it really fast...

    But the game itself is awesome. Beautiful visuals. A TON of customization and re-playability.    What a wonderful surprise this game was. I guess the "hardest" part would be the controls, but honestly, I got used to them fairly quick. I have large hands and it wasn't a problem on my 3DS XL. Oh, and I should mention I'm left-handed, too. Really, I was able to get used to it really fast...

    But the game itself is awesome. Beautiful visuals. A TON of customization and re-playability. Solid online play. Hell, even the quirky voice acting is top notch. At first I thought it would get annoying, but its deprecating nature and tendency to break the fourth wall actually make for a very charming and dare I say sometimes hilarious experience.

    Kid Icarus is one of those games that is simply satisfying to play, while staying challenging the whole time. This is one of the best games in my 3DS collection. Highly highly recommended!    … Expand
  20. Redz0ne
    Mar 23, 2012
    9
    This game shows exceptional polish in a lot of spaces but the controls may be on the frustrating side for gamers that aren't used to this sort of configuration. With that said, the stand that comes packaged with it helps a great deal. Music is phenomenal in that it is high quality, emotive and sets a good tone. the story itself i can't claim to know all of it as i have only played throughThis game shows exceptional polish in a lot of spaces but the controls may be on the frustrating side for gamers that aren't used to this sort of configuration. With that said, the stand that comes packaged with it helps a great deal. Music is phenomenal in that it is high quality, emotive and sets a good tone. the story itself i can't claim to know all of it as i have only played through about 4 missions so far... and from what i can tell it seems as if they're trying to lay the groundwork for an experience that seems like it's poised to go deeper. It had an enormous amount of hype leading up to release so naturally there is a sort of "high" for a lot of users (and i can't claim to be immune either) but from what i can tell, it's a solid game with a lot of extras as well as the difficulty scale which can be adjusted to suit your gaming experience. do you want to be challenged and have a brutally tough gaming experience? you can have that. do you want to coast through the game, you can have that as well.

    all in all, it's a solid 9. it gets points taken from the controls (which will feel clunky to people new to this sort of configuration until they learn to adapt to it) but otherwise a solid title that feels poised to re-launch the KI franchise with a good success.    … Expand
  21. Stoops
    Mar 23, 2012
    9
    I'm giving this a 9. If you're looking for a deep and engaging experience, this isn't for you, but the game is a fun and exciting experience with a beautiful soundtrack, beautiful scenery, and a very detailed and in-depth weapons system. There are other mini-games and accomplishments to be achieved which will keep you playing the game long after you've finished the story. A well developedI'm giving this a 9. If you're looking for a deep and engaging experience, this isn't for you, but the game is a fun and exciting experience with a beautiful soundtrack, beautiful scenery, and a very detailed and in-depth weapons system. There are other mini-games and accomplishments to be achieved which will keep you playing the game long after you've finished the story. A well developed multiplayer system will also hold anyone who buys this game. As many have written, the only real flaw in this game are its controls, however the issues have been exaggerated and are easily remedied by holding the stylus with your pinky finger behind the right trigger for support. Land battle is a bit iffy at first, but a good way in they'll be easy and intuitive once you've got the hang of them. It took me about 3 or 4 chapters through, which is a small fraction of the game. If you're looking for an awesome buy for 3DS, check this game out.… Expand
  22. Kermie
    Apr 6, 2012
    9
    9.25

    I really became fed up with Kid Icarus: Uprising when it was delayed multiple times. I had no hope, and thought that the game would end up just crashing and burning. This game does a complete opposite of just that; Kid Icarus is, by far, the best 3DS game to date. It is filled with content and has high replay value. It's gameplay is wicked fast paced and something new; just what    9.25

    I really became fed up with Kid Icarus: Uprising when it was delayed multiple times. I had no hope, and thought that the game would end up just crashing and burning. This game does a complete opposite of just that; Kid Icarus is, by far, the best 3DS game to date. It is filled with content and has high replay value. It's gameplay is wicked fast paced and something new; just what the 3DS desperately needs. The musical score is absolutely wonderful, and the voice overs (which are mostly constant) feature some surprisingly incredible talent and excellent writing. The 3D is the most stereoscopic out of any other 3DS games, and the 3D truly accentuates the epic scope of the game. The only negative point I have is the controls. No that they hurt, but that they are so cramped and useless, mainly the dodge feature. On the ground, you can quick dodge attacks to earn a fast power attack and get more points to boost your score, but sometimes the action is too chaotic for its own good and the doge feature ends up being completely useless. Also, the fact that (unless you use the stand) the controls will start to cramp up your hand quite a bit and ghosting 3D will plague your experience. Other than those minor gripes, Kid Icarus is the very first game that justifies why I bought a 3DS more than a year ago. Not to mention, I've never charged my 3DS this much before. Overflowing with epicness, playfulness and originality, Kid Icarus: Uprising is a winner in every single way.    … Expand
  23. Zilcell
    May 26, 2012
    9
    My second 3DS game that I have gotten, Kid Icarus: Uprising, turns out to be a decent action game. I have waited to play it and the gameplay is impressive. The 3D effect is used well, but not as good as it was in Super Mario 3D Land. The graphics are good, but they could have been a little bit better. The story isn't top notch, but it has its moments. One of the best additions is theMy second 3DS game that I have gotten, Kid Icarus: Uprising, turns out to be a decent action game. I have waited to play it and the gameplay is impressive. The 3D effect is used well, but not as good as it was in Super Mario 3D Land. The graphics are good, but they could have been a little bit better. The story isn't top notch, but it has its moments. One of the best additions is the online. It allows for addicting and more competitive gameplay that simply can't be missed. Overall, this is a great title to own on 3DS.… Expand
  24. Rarewarefan64
    May 3, 2012
    9
    Short and sweet, this is a great game with small hindrances. The flying and multiplayer sections are all fun and exciting yet the ground sections are not so great. The controls for the ground sections are just odd and the stand that comes only helps out a little bit. Also, the dialogue is some of the most hilarious dialogue next to Portal 2. The graphics are fantastic and the replayShort and sweet, this is a great game with small hindrances. The flying and multiplayer sections are all fun and exciting yet the ground sections are not so great. The controls for the ground sections are just odd and the stand that comes only helps out a little bit. Also, the dialogue is some of the most hilarious dialogue next to Portal 2. The graphics are fantastic and the replay value is crazy. Overall, one of those games that any 3DS owner should get!… Expand
  25. dharma
    Mar 24, 2012
    9
    After a year, we're waiting for a 'truly' original game for the 3DS. Sure, you have Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7, but they were based on old IPs. Kid Icarus Uprising is based on Nintendo's old game that many did not play in its day, a cult hit that was 20 years old. The end result is a game that is impressive technically, with slightly 'annoying' controls that cramp yourAfter a year, we're waiting for a 'truly' original game for the 3DS. Sure, you have Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7, but they were based on old IPs. Kid Icarus Uprising is based on Nintendo's old game that many did not play in its day, a cult hit that was 20 years old. The end result is a game that is impressive technically, with slightly 'annoying' controls that cramp your hands. (If Nintendo invested on the CIrcle Pad Pro, they could have given players an option to use it for aiming) Alas, despite that, the game has an incredible amount of content and has generally great game play reminiscent of Sin and Punishment series. It's the first truly original great game for the 3DS beside RE Revelations.… Expand
  26. Kanazawa
    Sep 29, 2012
    9
    If I could write this review just for the music, I would. The music in this game is incredible. I have not heard such beauty in video game music in years! I still listen to all 4 cds everywhere I go. Now for the game itself, it's also really well done. The controls were really difficult to get used to, but when I did, I loved them. The story is magnificent and the dialogue is lightheartedIf I could write this review just for the music, I would. The music in this game is incredible. I have not heard such beauty in video game music in years! I still listen to all 4 cds everywhere I go. Now for the game itself, it's also really well done. The controls were really difficult to get used to, but when I did, I loved them. The story is magnificent and the dialogue is lighthearted and cheesy. The voice acting for the most part is very solid, with a few slip ups from Palutena. The graphics were shockingly beautiful at times. A solid game with very good replay value. Music 15/10, Story 10/10, Gameplay 8/10, Dialogue 9/10, Graphics 9/10, Controls 8/10, Replay Value 10/10. Total 9/10… Expand
  27. piford
    Mar 24, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing, not perfect, but amazing none the less. The game has different levels and each level has 2 sections, one flying rail shooter, and one on ground third person shooter. The game has tons of weapons to collect for people who likes those kinds of things, or you can combine and sell your weapons to get better ones for people who just want to be stronger. There is an onlineThis game is amazing, not perfect, but amazing none the less. The game has different levels and each level has 2 sections, one flying rail shooter, and one on ground third person shooter. The game has tons of weapons to collect for people who likes those kinds of things, or you can combine and sell your weapons to get better ones for people who just want to be stronger. There is an online mode so this game has a strong lasting appeal. The online is only on ground section, no flying. There are two different modes to suit your liking. Now that i just sampled at all the amazing things about this game, i want to share my ONE complaint. The controls. For the flying sections, the controls work just fine. But when you land is where te problem begins. The game doesn't support the circle pad pro for dual analog stick playing (only lefty mode). So you aim and move the camera with the touch screen, along with selecting power ups. So This game is amazing, and the pros out-weight the cons on a huge scale. With beautiful graphics and sounds, amazing single and multi-player mode, and tons of achievement and weapons to earn and unlock, this game should definitely be considered for a purchase for your 3DS collection.… Expand
  28. Inuyazeiah
    Mar 26, 2012
    9
    Love the constant control complaints. The controls are what people say, they in a way do mess up with the game, but it is also an amazing game if you can find an alternative. The people who continue to criticize this game for the controls dont attempt other methods that will make this game more comfortable, they just try it the old fashion way and then give up. What I did when playing thisLove the constant control complaints. The controls are what people say, they in a way do mess up with the game, but it is also an amazing game if you can find an alternative. The people who continue to criticize this game for the controls dont attempt other methods that will make this game more comfortable, they just try it the old fashion way and then give up. What I did when playing this game was wrap my right hands pinky on the back of the 3DS, since we wont use the buttons that much, place the finger next to the pinky there curled up, and use the remaining fingers for the stylus. This for me feels comfortable and I get to enjoy the game it is meant to be enjoyed. Also, to move left and right, all you have to do is move the circle pad and slide the stylus to the direction where you want to move and then move the stylus away from the screen. If you keep it touching the screen, you wont move where you want to move. This game is amazing, if you give up on the controls, well, you're missing out on a great game. Amazing level design, amazing music, many great unlockables, etc., Only reason I gave it a 9 is because of the annoying chit chat between Pit and the goddess.… Expand
  29. GreenCupcake
    Mar 26, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus is a surpising game for Nintendo. This game is a very accurate representation of what the NES game would be in a 3D enviorment. It' very different from the NES game, but feels similar. All that expostion a side, this game is great. I'm not sure why everyone is hating this game. First thing on everyone's agenda is the controls. I'm here to tell you they are just not that bad.Kid Icarus is a surpising game for Nintendo. This game is a very accurate representation of what the NES game would be in a 3D enviorment. It' very different from the NES game, but feels similar. All that expostion a side, this game is great. I'm not sure why everyone is hating this game. First thing on everyone's agenda is the controls. I'm here to tell you they are just not that bad. They work really well with the fast-paced action, having everything respond very well. But, are they comfortable? My answer is yes. They're not the best control scheme ever made but they don't really hurt your hands. Next item of business, the dialog. This is not a problem. It's not hard to play the game while listening to some of there corny quips, and sometimes they're actually pretty amusing. The story mode is incredible. Let me explain, the story isn't great. What would you expect from a Nintendo action game? But the chapters are incredibly satisfying. They have the story involved in a way where it's fun to know what's going on and it makes the game play make sense, but the upside to all of that is the re-playability. In the end, the story doesn't make sense and isn't involved, but in makes the chapters perfect to play over and over and over. I think playing through the story mode again is fun because I like the style of air, land, boss, but for those who don't want to do that, there's more incentive. The fiends cauldron allows you to play through the same level on higher difficulties. You have to pay the cauldron, but in return you get a harder, more satisfying experience that allows for collecting more money and to collect more powerful weapons. Another great part of the game is the multiplayer. This might be the biggest reason to come back to the game after you've beaten it. It allows you to play with your friends who have the game, or play online. There's two ways to play. First, Light VS. Dark. This splits up in two teams of three. Each team has one big health bar. Whenever someone on your team dies, a certain amount is taken from your team's health bar. When the health bar drains, the last one to die on that team becomes the angel of that team. The team health bar is replaced by the angel's health bar, and when the angel gets hurt, it slowly lowers until the match is over. Free for all, the other mode, is obvouis. It's the same thing without teams or angels. Your on your own. When you compete in multiplayer, you can earn weapons and powers. Some are mystery bonus' awarded to an outstanding player, others you get just because you played. There's also a acheviment's board. It's like Sony's trophy system but exclusive for this game. There are 360 in all. Whenever you commplete one, a puzzle piece is add to the puzzle board, as you call it. It's like the street pass puzzles except you have to earn them. This gives a little bit of incentive to play more and more. The graphics and sound are absloutley stunning. And it uses street pass and spot pass to trade weapons. With that, there are still idol's to collect AR cards to mess with, colleccting all of the weapons, fusing weapons, tossing eggs and more. This game is jam packed with content, and jam packed with fun. This is a surprising game from Nintendo, but a great surprise. 9.5 Stunning… Expand
  30. ShaTaRaMaxima
    Mar 23, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus : Uprising is many things. But it's not perfect
    Although the most fun experience of gaming on the 3DS Kid Icarus : Uprising only has small downsides.
    The controls although great can get annoying sometimes. But this annoyance rarely happens for me so its cool. The gameplay is great and the game is chock full of content. You'll never get bored! I got my copy early , Yesterday    Kid Icarus : Uprising is many things. But it's not perfect
    Although the most fun experience of gaming on the 3DS Kid Icarus : Uprising only has small downsides.
    The controls although great can get annoying sometimes. But this annoyance rarely happens for me so its cool.

    The gameplay is great and the game is chock full of content. You'll never get bored!
    I got my copy early , Yesterday morning and im having a lot of fun.
    The Multiplayer is crazy addictive although there can be the usual spammers that are annoying just like every multiplayer But other than that Kid Icarus : Uprising is the penultimate Third-Person shooter for the 3DS.
    It is a MUST own for its
    + Fun Gameplay
    + Great Story
    + Addictive Multiplayer
    + Loads of content!
    + So many different kinds of weapons to use    … Expand
  31. priemo
    Mar 23, 2012
    9
    The gameplay is great, it holds challenge for those wanted more. Tons of contents to explore and to uncover, the story is good and lighthearted. Maps are gorgeous and so are the graphics. The controls needs sometime to get used to, but I liked how they're utilizing touch in this game. I've missed these kinds of games that are simple yet offers challenge with multiplayer options that areThe gameplay is great, it holds challenge for those wanted more. Tons of contents to explore and to uncover, the story is good and lighthearted. Maps are gorgeous and so are the graphics. The controls needs sometime to get used to, but I liked how they're utilizing touch in this game. I've missed these kinds of games that are simple yet offers challenge with multiplayer options that are intense and smooth.… Expand
  32. jval88
    Mar 24, 2012
    9
    This review is going to be as succinct and to the point as possible. This game is basically a better version of starfox in the air, and on the ground it is kind of like an action RPG with only one button for attacking that is used for mashing. The change from level to level is in the variety of enemies you fight, and there is quite a multitude of them. The controls take some gettingThis review is going to be as succinct and to the point as possible. This game is basically a better version of starfox in the air, and on the ground it is kind of like an action RPG with only one button for attacking that is used for mashing. The change from level to level is in the variety of enemies you fight, and there is quite a multitude of them. The controls take some getting used to, but the gameplay is fun and addictive.… Expand
  33. Brandonk917
    Mar 24, 2012
    9
    There is plenty do do in the all new adventure starring Pit. The adventure takes you at least a good 10 to 15 hours to complete with plenty of incentives to come back. There is a feature called an intensity setting which changes the difficulty of the level. You can acquire better items with the intensity higher up but you have to bet your hearts, which is currency. This made me want toThere is plenty do do in the all new adventure starring Pit. The adventure takes you at least a good 10 to 15 hours to complete with plenty of incentives to come back. There is a feature called an intensity setting which changes the difficulty of the level. You can acquire better items with the intensity higher up but you have to bet your hearts, which is currency. This made me want to revisit levels since playing on higher difficulty levels can offer you better weapons. Weapons are a great feature with endless options to choose from. You can acquire weapons on the solo campaign, multiplayer, and by fusing two different weapons together. The multiplayer options include a free for all and a light vs dark. Free for all is obvious but light vs dark is a little more complex. In light vs dark, there are two teams of three on each team. When a team member dies, a team health bar falls down. The developers created a great balance with this feature. The better a weapon is the more health on the team health bar falls. This creates a great balance. This game has plenty to do and is definitely another home run for Masahiro Sakurai.… Expand
  34. KoolC
    Mar 25, 2012
    9
    Hello to all! This is my 1st review. I wanted to wait until I finished this game before posting my review, but I thought I'll comment on what I've completed and learned so far, then I'll try to comment again once I've completed the game. First, I have to correct something that Gameplayer03 said (no disrespect intended). Gameplayer03 said that you can only play this game in 3rd person.Hello to all! This is my 1st review. I wanted to wait until I finished this game before posting my review, but I thought I'll comment on what I've completed and learned so far, then I'll try to comment again once I've completed the game. First, I have to correct something that Gameplayer03 said (no disrespect intended). Gameplayer03 said that you can only play this game in 3rd person. This isn't true. I found out by accident that you can play it in 1st person too. All you have to do is press up on the D-pad. This will allow you to switch to 1st person. Press again, and you're back in 3rd person mode. Secondly, I will agree that the controls can be very ackward at 1st. However, just like Dalck said, if you put in an hour or two, the controls become easier. Now that doesn't mean that Nintendo shouldn't have allowed usage of the 3ds circle pad pro. Aside from resident evil revelations, I thought that I would get to use the second circle pad, but unfornately, no. The only reasons I can think of why Nintendo didn't include this option, was due to the game being so far along in development, that if they went back and added, it would have delayed the release for quite a while, or, they would've had to cut some stuff to make it work. Whatever the case may be, I hope that at E3, one of these gaming journalist ask why it wasn't included. Anyways, I'm on chapter 11 now. I probably could've beaten the game already, or close to beating it, but I've been having so much fun with the betting system. For example, I've replayed a few chapters 4 or 5 times in the hopes of obtaining better weapons. Also, I love the fusing system. I just tried the multiplayer last night. I did the team battles. So far, it's cool. What I really love about it, is that whatever weapons and powers you win, you can use in the single player mode too. Now, about the story. So far, so good. Especially chapter 9. I will admit at times, that the constant chatter can be a little distracting, but only a little. All in all, from what I've played thus far, I'm loving this game. Will your hand be a little sore after playing this game? Yes! Will you find the stand helpful? I didn't. It kinda got in my way. Will there be times you curse the controls? Yes! But, those times have been far and few (so far). Truthful, once I completed whatever task I was having difficulty with, I forgot about the controls. So, I hope what I've said helps. If you haven't, I would recommend picking this game up. In my opinion (so far), I would give this a 9. Would love to give it a 10, but I'm taking off a point for the controls. Also, don't know how metacritic tallies their score, but they have Gameshark review listed as 42%. They gave the game a C-. Don't know about you, but I've never known a C- to equal 42%. In fact, a C letter grade is in the 70 percentile. Just saying. Before I forget, best buy has this game on sell for $29.99 (03/25-03/31). If you haven't picked it up yet, go get it. C-ya!… Expand
  35. Jacksonbauer
    Mar 26, 2012
    9
    This game has some of the finest gameplay out there. Well constructed, decently sized story with loads of content and challenges, and awkward controls that you quickly get used to; not to mention the multiplayer, which in itself feels like it should be its own game because of how purely fun and fast paced matches can be. Overall this game is a must buy for any 3DS owner, and if there wasThis game has some of the finest gameplay out there. Well constructed, decently sized story with loads of content and challenges, and awkward controls that you quickly get used to; not to mention the multiplayer, which in itself feels like it should be its own game because of how purely fun and fast paced matches can be. Overall this game is a must buy for any 3DS owner, and if there was a 9.5 button i would rate it that, but it doesn't deserve a ten because I'm still deciding whether it's worth the 10 or not. I'll update it as soon as my verdict arrives. BTW, I have about 12 hours in the game so far and I'm completely glued.… Expand
  36. Teru_XD
    Aug 27, 2012
    9
    Controls are a bit uncomfortable at first, but your hand will eventually get used to it. Other than that, the game is perfect. The music, the graphics, everything. Just be patient with the controls and you will be rewarded by the game. Please note that this is coming from someone who is left-handed and has never even laid hands on a Circle Pad Pro.
  37. DoungnutGamer
    Mar 28, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is quite simply amazing. The story is crafted perfectly, with amazing presentation and graphics throughout, the dialogue is whitty but at times gets annoying, however it gives the game a unique charm. The game also has a multiplayer mode which whilst fun, isnt amazing and shouldnt be your main reason for buying the game instead its just part of ALOT of amazingKid Icarus: Uprising is quite simply amazing. The story is crafted perfectly, with amazing presentation and graphics throughout, the dialogue is whitty but at times gets annoying, however it gives the game a unique charm. The game also has a multiplayer mode which whilst fun, isnt amazing and shouldnt be your main reason for buying the game instead its just part of ALOT of amazing content. Which brings us to bad bit, the controls, the controls are irritating and will take a long time to get used to, but the game comes bundled with a little stand which slightly helps the problem.… Expand
  38. bobbyriddle
    Apr 10, 2012
    9
    First off I do not believe in giving games 10's or this game would get one. This game is a prime example of Nintendo going outside of their normal comfort zone to give us something truly different, and people just want to complain about the controls. Admittedly the controls do take some getting used to, but if you practice they will sink in. After they do sink in you will realize thatFirst off I do not believe in giving games 10's or this game would get one. This game is a prime example of Nintendo going outside of their normal comfort zone to give us something truly different, and people just want to complain about the controls. Admittedly the controls do take some getting used to, but if you practice they will sink in. After they do sink in you will realize that Nintendo has given us one of the most original third person shooters of all time. You will also realize that, with the chaotic nature of this game, it could not have been done properly with dual analog sticks unless it was toned down considerably.
    As a number of people have said above the time that you can sink into this game unlocking new content and fusing new weapons is pretty much unprecedented for a handheld game. If you have a 3DS and do not pick this up for $30 at Best Buy then shame on you.
    The game has a 25 mission single player campaign that will keep you busy for ages. Add the fact that the hearts that you collect may be used to bet to make the game more or less difficult, and you have a game with tons of replay value. As much as I love the single player I am only on stage 9 right now because the multiplayer is so addictive. It has a 3 on 3 mode and a free for all mode top chose from, and I really like the fact that you cab substitute bots if you want the practice. I have no idea why the big series' are eliminating deathmatch modes with bots.
    Excellent gameplay....check. Terrific story and hilarious voice acting.....check. More unlockables then you can shake a stick at......check. Lengthy story mode and super addictive multiplayer......check. For my money this game is the best 3DS game hands down.    … Expand
  39. edwardC
    Apr 23, 2012
    9
    Nothing new to add here from the other comments. Great gameplay, variety of weapons and powers make the game fun to explore. LOVE THE DIALOGUE, and multiplayer is very fun. Graphics are good, soundtrack is amazing....
    really, i dont know why people complain so much about the controls :, you could all change it to suit you and a 3ds stand should have been included with the game purchase.    Nothing new to add here from the other comments. Great gameplay, variety of weapons and powers make the game fun to explore. LOVE THE DIALOGUE, and multiplayer is very fun. Graphics are good, soundtrack is amazing....
    really, i dont know why people complain so much about the controls :, you could all change it to suit you and a 3ds stand should have been included with the game purchase.
    worth the 40$!!    … Expand
  40. pc999
    May 11, 2012
    9
    This is a very good game, one that is strange in the beginning but memorable latter.

    First the controls are new and, at the beginning, strange and even hard, but once used it provids a unique gameplay form that is very cool to play with and that everyone should try. It does make it a very fast action game, deep in its gameplay that should entertain even a old quake 3 gamer. Kid    This is a very good game, one that is strange in the beginning but memorable latter.

    First the controls are new and, at the beginning, strange and even hard, but once used it provids a unique gameplay form that is very cool to play with and that everyone should try. It does make it a very fast action game, deep in its gameplay that should entertain even a old quake 3 gamer.

    Kid Icarus:Uprising also present us a great story made of many characters and very good dialog lines, side by side with the gameplay, without distracting from it, keeping us entertained, with a complex but not overwhelming narration and context to the game..

    On par with the story is the amount of content, dozens of levels and enemies, with as many weapons and lots of extras, with some very small RPG elements with the fusion of weapons.

    THIS IS WHAT EVERY GAME SHOULD AIM FOR, innovation, good gameplay, lots and lots of good content and a good story, all of it made with mastery.    … Expand
  41. DarkRecon
    May 23, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus Uprising is another great game in the Nintendo Franchise. The story is entertaining and like TVtropes says, it's "better than it sounds". The dozens of weapons in the game allow for many different playstyles, and that's without modifiers that give more power, cause status affects or increase health and defense. The voice acting is great and the witty banter between characters isKid Icarus Uprising is another great game in the Nintendo Franchise. The story is entertaining and like TVtropes says, it's "better than it sounds". The dozens of weapons in the game allow for many different playstyles, and that's without modifiers that give more power, cause status affects or increase health and defense. The voice acting is great and the witty banter between characters is some of the BEST Nintendo has done, on par with the Mario RPGs, which are known for the hilarious dialogue. The online mode is smooth and very often lag-free, though many online players have weapons that can destroy you in seconds. Gameplay wise, I have little problem with the controls for both parts of the game and wonder why many people have a problem with it. Overall, I think Kid Icarus: Uprising is a great reboot of the franchise which was seriously needed, and was executed brilliantly. Congrats Nintendo on another stellar game.… Expand
  42. dskupa
    Jun 5, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus is an awesome game with a surprising amount of content. The game's controls could be seen as the only real downfall, however, after about 20 minutes the controls feel much more natural. The online play is also surprisingly great for a portable game. Total playtime: About 30 hours.
  43. SonicMarioLink
    Aug 3, 2012
    9
    I haven't played the two other Kid Icarus in the series and wasn't sure what to expect. I wasn't sure about buying this game as I read it was a hard and challenging game. However I was pleasantly surprised when I found out you could change the difficulty depending on your skill. I haven't played it that much as I only got it today but I loved it. The gameplay seems good so far. The cutI haven't played the two other Kid Icarus in the series and wasn't sure what to expect. I wasn't sure about buying this game as I read it was a hard and challenging game. However I was pleasantly surprised when I found out you could change the difficulty depending on your skill. I haven't played it that much as I only got it today but I loved it. The gameplay seems good so far. The cut scenes are very good as well! The only bad thing I have noticed about this game so far is that the camera controlls are annoying. You have to flick the touch screen left or right depending on which way you want. I was disappointed to find ou my Circle Pad Pro didn't control the camera. This game is compatible with the Circle Pad Pro but is only useful for left-handed people.
    Overall, this is a good game for all abilities of gamers because of the difficulty control. The only thing that lets it down is the poor camera control. Definitely give it a go, it will be worth it!    … Expand
  44. NIntendoFan94
    Aug 10, 2012
    9
    My review for Kid Icarus uprising, the gameplay looked great but still. The graphics looked awesome! The story is so freaking funny. Multiplayer seems fun but i enjoyed it. I love the game A Must buy
  45. usernam3
    Aug 13, 2012
    9
    Fun game. Also I love that you can make the difficulty before each lvl anything from 0.0-9.0. The control scheme is annoying, but it's also cool.

    There are a lot of different weapons you can get in this game.

    The onlines modes are very fun (in my opinion).

    Get this game.
  46. Morpha
    Dec 24, 2012
    9
    Ive now played the game for many hours, at first I found the game very uncomfortable. The controls when on land are not as good as they could be, but after 20 hours you barely notice that anymore. Its a matter of getting used to them.

    Sakurai wanted to set kid icarus apart from other Nintendo Franchise by giving it a very corny sense of humor, rather than a serious tone like Zelda    Ive now played the game for many hours, at first I found the game very uncomfortable. The controls when on land are not as good as they could be, but after 20 hours you barely notice that anymore. Its a matter of getting used to them.

    Sakurai wanted to set kid icarus apart from other Nintendo Franchise by giving it a very corny sense of humor, rather than a serious tone like Zelda Twilight Princess. The jokes are well done having been translated/written by a former Nintendo of America employee who now works for IGN.com

    This game has so much to do in it. It takes well over 100hours to 100% complete this game, like Smash Bro's it has many unlockables to keep you interested and playing. The gameplay is deeper than it first seems keeps the 25 levels fresh as you will be replaying them a lot.    … Expand
  47. Doctor-J
    Nov 9, 2012
    9
    Awesome graphics, 3D and gameplay. Yes, it'll take some time before you can handle the stylus with expertise, but it's a new way of controlling games, and it works very well, you just have to try to learn how to do it, and not just complain and give up as a grumpy old man.
  48. Markshark
    Dec 18, 2012
    9
    Uprising is my favorite 3DS game. Graphics are not console-level but they are above average for the 3DS- at least with 3D off. I found the 3D effect to be atrocious- if I turned it on, even briefly at a low level, the screen got all blurry and my eyes hurt for a good 5 seconds after turning the 3D off. Granted, I am not the biggest fan of 3D but I have enjoyed it in games like Super MarioUprising is my favorite 3DS game. Graphics are not console-level but they are above average for the 3DS- at least with 3D off. I found the 3D effect to be atrocious- if I turned it on, even briefly at a low level, the screen got all blurry and my eyes hurt for a good 5 seconds after turning the 3D off. Granted, I am not the biggest fan of 3D but I have enjoyed it in games like Super Mario 3D Land and OoT3D. Fortunately, game looks good without 3D. The story was amusing and didn't take itself seriously for the most part(there were some serious moments later in the game). The whole game was filled with unique characters and funny dialogue which made it a joy to play. Controls for ground segments were clunky and circle pad pro support allowing for the second circle pad to be used to aim would have helped a lot. However, I got used to the controls after the first few chapters and they were actually perfectly adequate after those first chapters. Gameplay is good. The game is quite difficult if you put it anywhere near 9.0 by betting hearts with the innovative difficulty system in which you bet hearts(currency) to increase difficulty and earn more hearts and better loot in the chapter, while losing many of these hearts if you die. This system is unique and is a great touch. Between multiplayer, replayable chapters, streetpass, collectible idols bought using play coins, weapon crafting, and an achievement system, Uprising is a polished title with a lot of replayability. Bad 3D and the difficult-to-learn controls keep Uprising from getting a perfect score, but it is a generally fantastic game.… Expand
  49. MJBB
    Nov 17, 2012
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising gives Nintendo a fresh entry of gameplay ! Playing and enjoying it while sometimes it is still hard to control Pit. In the online mode only hc kid icarus can withstand the really harshly controls !
  50. NocheShade
    Feb 9, 2013
    9
    A fairly different game.The combat works well though and I enjoy both the land and air sections.The weapon system is incredibly good and the effort from Nintendo to make this work has been good.(I've been to two Kid Icarus events) Easily the best 3DS game of 2012.
  51. Chammy
    Feb 6, 2013
    9
    This game is awesome. The dialogues are such fun and everything is an explosion of action, motion and vivacity. The air battle are my faves, because I love to shoot enemies while watching the environment beneath me, and it's also easier to dodge attacks. There is plenty of weapons and the challenges are many. The controls are different from every other game and at first they could be aThis game is awesome. The dialogues are such fun and everything is an explosion of action, motion and vivacity. The air battle are my faves, because I love to shoot enemies while watching the environment beneath me, and it's also easier to dodge attacks. There is plenty of weapons and the challenges are many. The controls are different from every other game and at first they could be a little frustrating, but when you'll get used to them, you'll go just fine.… Expand
  52. GoombaJMR
    Jul 4, 2015
    9
    One of the best action games on the 3DS. While the controls can be iffy without taking the time to get used to them, it isn't really a negative with this game. The air mode is wonderful, and the land mode is also pretty good. The variety of locations and missions + the large range of selectable difficulty levels allows both casuals and elites to have fun in this game without losingOne of the best action games on the 3DS. While the controls can be iffy without taking the time to get used to them, it isn't really a negative with this game. The air mode is wonderful, and the land mode is also pretty good. The variety of locations and missions + the large range of selectable difficulty levels allows both casuals and elites to have fun in this game without losing anything. The great trophy system (makes me spend my play coins for a good reason), cool achievements (more than one pic!) and solid online and LAN multiplayer makes this game have really high replay value. While the story clocks in at around 10-15 hours, there's so much other stuff to do afterwards that ugh... just wonderful. I highly recommend getting this game somehow.

    Gameplay: 9.5/10
    Story: 8.5/10
    Music: 9/10
    Presentation: 9/10
    Length: 8.5/10
    Overall: 9/10    … Expand
  53. Ragnabolt
    Apr 10, 2013
    9
    not for people who cant handle stylus controls

    this game has a very good story, Great multi--player (when there's no afk problem) and wonderful game feel, i play lots of games that use Stylus controls, if you hate on stylus games then your not going to enjoy this game, the stylus controls are Very accurate, you are able to configure the controls however you like on the options and    not for people who cant handle stylus controls

    this game has a very good story, Great multi--player (when there's no afk problem) and wonderful game feel,

    i play lots of games that use Stylus controls, if you hate on stylus games then your not going to enjoy this game, the stylus controls are Very accurate, you are able to configure the controls however you like on the options and the sensitivity of the touch screen, the game plays like challenging a fast paced 3rd person shooter    … Expand
  54. JJfromTexas
    Jul 17, 2014
    9
    I REALLY want to give this a 10, but the controls are pretty bad; my hands and wrists get very sore during every play session. Once you get past that, it is a FANTASTIC game.
  55. JenJen387
    Jun 13, 2013
    9
    I think this is a great game! The visuals are excellent, the story contains a decent amount of chapters, the characters are well rounded, and this game has good humor. It's very fun. Like most games, playing in 3D gives me and perhaps other players as well, headaches.. Despite that, the weapon system is very detailed and in-depth. Adapting to the controls can be difficult but you canI think this is a great game! The visuals are excellent, the story contains a decent amount of chapters, the characters are well rounded, and this game has good humor. It's very fun. Like most games, playing in 3D gives me and perhaps other players as well, headaches.. Despite that, the weapon system is very detailed and in-depth. Adapting to the controls can be difficult but you can adjust them in the settings. There is a lot of action which can be conveniently adjusted by choosing difficulty before playing each chapter. It's a great way to open the game up to beginners and newbies. Once you finish the story, there's not much of a point to replay it unless you want to improve for multiplayer, which I think is more of a weapon fest.. The music compliments the events just fine, though it could be better. Regardless, I totally recommend this to all gamers out there, whether you have a 3DS or not.… Expand
  56. SonicmanMW3
    Jul 25, 2013
    9
    Kid icarus: Uprising is one of the best games on the Nintendo 3DS so far. The story is amazing fill with humor and laughs. The gameplay is fun and easy to use. The boss fights are challenging and hard to defeat. The graphes looks amazing and the voice is spot on. The only thing I hate about it is that mutilplayer is fun, but there no reason to go back for it. If our a Nintendo fan youKid icarus: Uprising is one of the best games on the Nintendo 3DS so far. The story is amazing fill with humor and laughs. The gameplay is fun and easy to use. The boss fights are challenging and hard to defeat. The graphes looks amazing and the voice is spot on. The only thing I hate about it is that mutilplayer is fun, but there no reason to go back for it. If our a Nintendo fan you should at it to our collection.… Expand
  57. PringleDringus
    Dec 8, 2013
    9
    While the controls do take a little getting used to, they work great. The story and dialogue are also well written (for the most part) and the gameplay is fun the whole way through. The multiplayer is also surprisingly good, and the game's replay value is top-notch with the huge multitude of unlockables and weapons, although I wish single-player was a bit longer. Definitely worth buying ifWhile the controls do take a little getting used to, they work great. The story and dialogue are also well written (for the most part) and the gameplay is fun the whole way through. The multiplayer is also surprisingly good, and the game's replay value is top-notch with the huge multitude of unlockables and weapons, although I wish single-player was a bit longer. Definitely worth buying if you're willing get used to the controls.… Expand
  58. tismeah7
    Oct 2, 2013
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is easily one of the best Nintendo 3DS games in the library of great games. The first game in the series in about 20 years, Uprising starts about 25 years after the event of the original NES title. Medusa has been revived and Pit, with help from Palutena, goddess of light, must save the world. Dialogue is very witty and hilarious at times. Characters are well thoughtKid Icarus: Uprising is easily one of the best Nintendo 3DS games in the library of great games. The first game in the series in about 20 years, Uprising starts about 25 years after the event of the original NES title. Medusa has been revived and Pit, with help from Palutena, goddess of light, must save the world. Dialogue is very witty and hilarious at times. Characters are well thought out, and the voice actors do well to bring them to life. Pit can use a multitude of weapons, all with both ranged and melee combat, some less than others. For example, a staff has very good ranged attacks with terrible melee, and clubs are the polar opposite. These weapons can be kept, made into hearts(currency), or fused together to make new weapons. All weapons also have different attributes, both positive and negative. Controls have been said to be clunky or uncomfortable. Once played enough to get used to, these will be the only controls that feel right. Environments are are very pretty and push the 3DS to its limits, especially in the air sections, which play like an on-rails shooter. Ground battles are what people tend to have issues with. All in all, Kid Icarus:Uprising is a fantastic game, and a must have for 3DS owners.… Expand
  59. Samechie
    Nov 18, 2013
    9
    My "Kid Icarus: Uprising" 3DS review:

    Basic Overview of the Game: Kid Icarus: Uprising is an action adventure shoot 'em up game for the 3DS. Released March 23, 2012, it is the third installment in the Kid Icarus series. The last two being "Kid Icarus" released on the NES in 1987, and "Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters" released for the Game Boy in November of 1991. Uprising is broken    My "Kid Icarus: Uprising" 3DS review:

    Basic Overview of the Game:
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is an action adventure shoot 'em up game for the 3DS. Released March 23, 2012, it is the third installment in the Kid Icarus series. The last two being "Kid Icarus" released on the NES in 1987, and "Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters" released for the Game Boy in November of 1991. Uprising is broken down into sections for each stage consisting of; an On Rails Shooter section in the air, followed by a Free Movement Shooter section on land, and finished with a boss battle. There are 10+ stages, each being longer than the last. Difficulty/Difficulty progression is handled differently in Uprising. Before entering each stage (Note: Each stage can be revisited as many times as you like), the player has the ability to "bet" their Hearts (Currency) for the ability to earn more rewards in the stage. Betting more Hearts makes the stage more difficult by way of more advanced enemy AI and artificially through Pit (The main protagonist) taking more damage form enemy monsters and bosses. This however allows the player to find better loot, and more Hearts throughout the stage.
    The weapon and upgrade system is progressed through weapon drops in stages from treasure chests. The higher the difficulty you play on, the better the weapons you will find. The player also has the ability to fuse weapons together to make new ones, buy weapons with Hearts, get them from Gems via Streetpass, or as a random drop after online/local multiplayer matches. There are 9 unique types of weapons to unlock, each with their own play style. These weapons can be fused, sold for Hearts, or turned into Gems to be given to someone through Streetpass.
    Also at your command are abilities. These abilities are found in chests just like weapons, and they each do different things. You have a limited number of uses for each ability per stage, but you replenish those upon completion or exiting the stage. These abilities can range from Healing yourself to firing a laser (My personal favorite (Laser OP)).
    Streetpass functionality is simple and sweet. Players can turn some of their unwanted weapons into Gems which are then swapped with other players' Gems whom you pass who also have their Streetpass on and a game save file on the system. These Gems can be fused together to create new and/or better Gems, or can be turned into the weapon that the Gem contains for use in your game.
    Online play consists of two modes: "Light vs. Dark" and "Free For All." "Light vs. Dark" is a team based deathmatch with a twist. There are three players to a team, each wielding weapons from their own games. Killing an enemy player results in the opposing team's Life Meter going down (The Life Meter goes down more the better that player's equipment is). Once either team's Life Meter is completely drained, the player who lost the last of the Life Meter is turned into either Pit or Dark Pit (respective to their side). The angel has more health, but the weapon used is seemingly random (Although I'm not sure). Once the Angel is killed, the killers' team wins. Free For All is as you would expect. 6 players duke it out in an arena, trying to kill and not be killed. The person with the highest score, wins.
    Lastly there is the extras. An achievement board of 120 different objective is yours to complete (Think SSBB or Kirby's Air Ride), and there are 403 different Idols to collect (Think Trophies in the Super Smash Bros. games). Lastly there is a Music Gallery and a useless Heart Offering that brings a 3D model of Lady Palutena closer to the screen.

    Review:
    Kid Icarus is very visually stunning, and the audio is crisp, clean, and a pleasure to listen to. The voice acting is really well done, and the animation is very smooth. The game is fair, and lets the player move at their own pace. However, it is not without it's faults. Gameplay mechanics work great in theory, but the limitations of the 3DS make it a pain (both metaphorically and physically) to play for any extended length of time. This was actually a huge problem beings that I wanted to keep playing, but the awkward controls crippled my chance of fully enjoying the experience. The left hand is placed with the index finger over the left trigger, and the thumb on the circle pad (which is your run of the mill contolling position for the 3DS). However, the right hand is used for aiming with the stylus, resulting in a one handed, off balance, unpleasurable gameplay experience. That said, it is tolerable for shorter sessions of play, and it's even worth the uncomfort for marathon style play.
    Something I haven't touched on are the story and characters. The story is shallow, yet still very charming. And the characters are very lovable and I found myself liking every character I came across. The writing is amazing, and I found myself actually laughing at some of the dialogue. Each character has their own distinct personality and they all feel very real. So real in fact that even when they do "break the fourth wall" so to speak, it seemed natural and flowed nicely.
    Online functionality is quite fun, and I enjoyed it. It definitely is nothing to write home about though. It is what it is. There was certainly things they could have done to push the multiplayer above and beyond what it is now. But then again, what it is now isn't bad. If you like the gameplay enough, the multiplayer is just that.
    Just as it was in Kirby's Air Ride, the achievement board is compelling to fill out, and adds a lot of replay-ability to the game. No objectives are unfair or too obscure, and it balances really well. Rewards for completing them are just that, rewarding.
    The musical score is also superb. Different tracks for each stage, each setting the mood very well and adding to the game feel. This along with the awesome voice acting makes for an incredible audio experience to go with the amazing visuals.

    To Sum Up:
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is a good game. The audio is good, the visuals are good, the characters are nice and charming, and the gameplay is nice and rewarding. The only turn off is the down right poor controls. They are inexcusably uncomfortable, and actually made my hands hurt after awhile. That being said, I personally don't care. The rest of the game is good enough to cover that up. Kid Icarus: Uprising has made my top five 3DS games, and I highly recommend it to anyone who owns a 3DS.

    Kid Icarus: Uprising gets an 88 out of 100.    … Expand
  60. TrevThe22nd
    May 3, 2014
    9
    Kid Icarus Uprising is a wonderfully created 3rd person shooter AND on rails shooter. The game constantly keeps you on your toes, and you will enjoy every second. The game features the ability to craft your own weapons with special attributes, it's a wonderful touch but after two years I haven't been able to get every weapon in the game. The game WILL ruin the experience for big handed andKid Icarus Uprising is a wonderfully created 3rd person shooter AND on rails shooter. The game constantly keeps you on your toes, and you will enjoy every second. The game features the ability to craft your own weapons with special attributes, it's a wonderful touch but after two years I haven't been able to get every weapon in the game. The game WILL ruin the experience for big handed and left handed gamers, but if you're a right handed and small handed person, I highly recommend this game.… Expand
  61. FrankWartan
    May 7, 2014
    9
    This was a triumph
    I'm making a note here
    Buy this game It's hard to overstate my satisfaction Now seriously, with the platform, which is included, the controls are perfectly good and stable, the weapons are creative, the story is amazing, the graphics look awesome, I dare to say this is one of the best looking games for the 3DS. If you are a big fan of classic Kid Icarus, you're    This was a triumph
    I'm making a note here
    Buy this game
    It's hard to overstate my satisfaction
    Now seriously, with the platform, which is included, the controls are perfectly good and stable, the weapons are creative, the story is amazing, the graphics look awesome, I dare to say this is one of the best looking games for the 3DS. If you are a big fan of classic Kid Icarus, you're going to get an epic surprise when you play this, it's really good and funny how most of the characters act exactly as you would expect them to do, and jokes, references and comedy in this game are gold. Buy it. NOW.    … Expand
  62. cliffdsixx
    Mar 27, 2016
    9
    The controls are the only thing that makes this game less than a 10. Amazing multiplayer minus typical Nintendo lag, great story, hilarious characters, diverse weapons, the list goes on. Difficulty scaling is very good, 2.0 is just right for more casuals while 9.0 is hellish enough to keep hardcore guys happy. The monotony of the level structure (almost being a perfect copy/paste of airThe controls are the only thing that makes this game less than a 10. Amazing multiplayer minus typical Nintendo lag, great story, hilarious characters, diverse weapons, the list goes on. Difficulty scaling is very good, 2.0 is just right for more casuals while 9.0 is hellish enough to keep hardcore guys happy. The monotony of the level structure (almost being a perfect copy/paste of air battle then land battle) was drowned out by a Legend of Zelda-level soundtrack and Palutena's witty dialogue. In some games, out-of-time-period references like this cast makes would feel weird, but they keep it lighthearted and humorous enough to pull it off. It also has a ton of glorious one-liners, such as "Big monsters kill Pit grr!" and "When freaky aliens give you lemons, make freaky alien lemonade." Incredible plot twists. Well designed side-characters. And as much heat as the control scheme gets, its both adjustable and surprisingly natural once you put a little time into it. Overall, this is an utterly fantastic piece and I can't what *$%(#*, %^)*$&(#! and %^**)) have up their sleave for the sequel. (The number of characters are right, see if you can guess who I mean ;P no spoilers here!)… Expand
  63. kooltrex
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    FANTASTIC! Kid Icarus makes a return after decades and it shows nintendo owns many great ips they havent been using. I highly recommend this game to all 3ds owners who like greek mythology or just want an AWESOME GAME!
  64. DBPirate1129
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    I wasn't really expecting much going into Kid Icarus: Uprising but boy, was I blown out of the water! I was really impressed by the game's quality!

    The story is very engaging and it's possibly one of the best parts of the game alongside the clever, witty, and at times downright hilarious dialogue. The characters and their personalities are the main reasons for the dialogue being so    I wasn't really expecting much going into Kid Icarus: Uprising but boy, was I blown out of the water! I was really impressed by the game's quality!

    The story is very engaging and it's possibly one of the best parts of the game alongside the clever, witty, and at times downright hilarious dialogue. The characters and their personalities are the main reasons for the dialogue being so funny as you can find ways to actually sympathize with the characters and be both scared and sad for them.

    The gameplay itself is great. All of the levels (with the exception of one or two) are split into air and land battles. Air battles are better in my opinion as land battles can sometimes have a weird camera view. That's not to say the land battles are bad, I just think the air battles with their fast action and amazing visuals are a bit better.

    The Fiend's Cauldron is the difficulty setting-like thing in the game. The more hearts you place into the cauldron, the higher the difficulty. The thing is, if you die on the difficulty once, the level goes down and you lose most of the hearts you bet. I wish the difficulty would just stay on the one I set it at instead of going down. Some of the challenges in the game (similar to the Super Smash Bros. Brawl's challenge board) require you to play on certain levels and you can't do this if you keep dying.

    Many people complain about the controls but I personally have had no problem with them. They are very simple to use and it actually makes you feel more immersed in the experience than if you were just wildly pressing buttons. There's also online multiplayer in the game but I only tried it a few times. I found it to be quite confusing and a bit too crazy for my tastes.

    Overall, Kid Icarus: Uprising is another stellar 3DS game and another great game created by Masahiro Sakurai! The story, dialogue, and gameplay are amazing even if the difficulty setup and online features are lacking.    … Expand
  65. sonicgum15
    Mar 18, 2017
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is a very engaging and fun game that while definitely not perfect, it's flaws can easily be forgiven for all the things it gets right, and trust me, there's a lot that it gets right. First off, the gameplay. As awkward as the control scheme may be throughout the game, you do get accustomed to it while you're playing, and the amount of variety in weapon types andKid Icarus: Uprising is a very engaging and fun game that while definitely not perfect, it's flaws can easily be forgiven for all the things it gets right, and trust me, there's a lot that it gets right. First off, the gameplay. As awkward as the control scheme may be throughout the game, you do get accustomed to it while you're playing, and the amount of variety in weapon types and attacks help keep the game engaging and fresh whenever you play. Then, there's the presentation. The presentation of this game is done extremely well here, from the graphics, to the music, to the voice acting, etc. The graphics of this game look incredible, especially for a 3DS game, along with how many large environments they were able to fit into one small game card. Second is the music. The music keeps the levels interesting and engaging throughout the duration of the game, and some of it I even go back to listening to because of how great it is to listen on its own, especially Dark Pit's theme, the overall theme of the game, the music that plays whenever you're preparing for another chapter, along with a number of other tracks. There are secrets that you can discover throughout the game that whenever you find them, are really cool and satisfying to find, and it also makes for good replay value to find whatever you can. But what makes the replay value great, is the adjustable difficulty setting for each chapter, with a risk-vs-reward style system that allures you into playing the game multiple times over. What also makes the gameplay interesting, is how many different abilities and items you can equip on Pit, whether its for health, or mobility, or so on. There are multiple sets and pieces, which allows for experimentation, and lets you have the chance to use whichever you find handy to your situation. The gameplay options are quite open in this game, and controlling Pit, whether its in the land or sky, is always fun and interesting no matter what, due to the mechanics, enemy design, weapon types and attacks, as well as the game's rapid and fast-paced nature. The game also features multiplayer, that, while fun, is really not much more than a way to maybe pass the time.

    But to me, what really makes this game special, is not merely in it's gameplay variety, or it's nooks and crannies you can find and collect in levels, or it's outstanding presentation, but really in it's story, or, more specifically, it's characters. I always really enjoy and appreciate games that I find lets characters shine and are compelling and likeable in their own right, and Kid Icarus: Uprising is definitely right up there for me. The characters in the game have a lot of quirky, fun, and witty dialogue amongst one another, and for me, this is a major reason as to why I kinda love this game. The dialogue in the game is just so infectiously enjoyable and fun to listen to, mainly due to how well done the voice acting is, as well as the character's differing personalities and how they generally don't take things too seriously, though only when they need to. The characters in the game are just so likeable and well-defined, and they keep the story interesting and light-hearted throughout your adventure. Another big reason for this is the really well-done, expressive, and charming character portraits that appear on the bottom of the screen that show what the characters are thinking and feeling. They get fleshed out as the story progresses, and their interactions with each other will always have you smiling with glee and amusement. Also, did I mention how funny this game is? However, there is a (minor) downside to this. As enjoyable, fun, and well-written the dialogue and characters are, they also talk practically non-stop, so as a result, the almost constant amount of talking in this game can make somewhat harder to focus on the action of whats going on during the game and make the overall experience a bit too overwhelming. But you roll with it, and you may really enjoy it regardless, so don't let that detract from your overall enjoyment of the game. The story itself goes by at a rapid pace and doesn't really stop for a breather apart from when you're at the preparation menu where nothing happens story-wise. Because of this, it may be hard to care about certain elements that happen during, or are just simply not being given much attention. But it does keep you on your toes on what to expect during gameplay, so paying attention is definitely worth it, especially because of how fun and likeable the characters are, where even the smaller ones can shine. and leave an impression. Overall, the story is really enjoyable because of it's characters, voice acting and dialogue, rampant pace and over-the-top events that perpetuate the game throughout.

    Kid Icarus: Uprising is a game with a ton of character, charm, and content to invest in throughout the game. It keeps you on your toes, and offers lots of variety in terms of raw gameplay, as well as fun side-options.    … Expand
  66. EdwardG
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Kid Icarus Uprising is a hell of a lot of fun. The whole game is a thrill ride full of engaging gameplay, accompanied by witty dialogue and banter between a cast of loveable, larger than life characters. Air and land battles feel distinct and are kept fresh by constantly introducing new enemies as well as new backdrops for the action. The story, although not particularly deep, takes someKid Icarus Uprising is a hell of a lot of fun. The whole game is a thrill ride full of engaging gameplay, accompanied by witty dialogue and banter between a cast of loveable, larger than life characters. Air and land battles feel distinct and are kept fresh by constantly introducing new enemies as well as new backdrops for the action. The story, although not particularly deep, takes some surprising turns and it allows the characters to shine. Every chapter is a blast, and the last one is an especially memorable spectacle, providing a satisfying ending. A scalable difficulty emphasises risk and reward, allowing you to find what works best for you. The multiplayer is fun, and even if you can't find a full lobby anymore, bots fill any free spaces. Plus, to top it all off, the game has some of the best graphics on the system and a nice soundtrack too.

    Although I have a couple of little nitpicks, I really love Kid Icarus Uprising, and it's easy to recommend it to all 3ds owners.    … Expand
  67. Sebascr12
    May 15, 2018
    9
    Good game desing, soundtrack is beautiful and the final boss are god.
    The only problem is the controls but work fine.
  68. DaGallade09
    Jun 25, 2018
    9
    The game is soo good because the character, the settings and every thing is great
  69. greninjaX
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    kid icarus uprising is a fantastic game, but I hurt my arm while playing it.
  70. Drink_Waater
    May 27, 2019
    9
    After being shrouded in darkness for over 20 years, Nintendo brought back Pit to the 3DS in a game that's almost perfect. The characters, music, presentation is all fantastic, but the game play is extremely mediocre. A lot of people had trouble adjusting to the stylus controls that are required to beat the game, and one of those people is me. But everything else about the game is absoluteAfter being shrouded in darkness for over 20 years, Nintendo brought back Pit to the 3DS in a game that's almost perfect. The characters, music, presentation is all fantastic, but the game play is extremely mediocre. A lot of people had trouble adjusting to the stylus controls that are required to beat the game, and one of those people is me. But everything else about the game is absolute perfection… Expand
  71. n_switch
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is one of the most attractive, exhilarating, entertaining and outrageously fun titles so far on 3DS. While Mario has recently brought his style of gaming bliss to the handheld, Uprising provides a substantial amount of content, its own brand of adrenaline pumping set pieces and wonderful humour. It sweeps you along at breakneck speed, and is a must-have title for thatKid Icarus: Uprising is one of the most attractive, exhilarating, entertaining and outrageously fun titles so far on 3DS. While Mario has recently brought his style of gaming bliss to the handheld, Uprising provides a substantial amount of content, its own brand of adrenaline pumping set pieces and wonderful humour. It sweeps you along at breakneck speed, and is a must-have title for that very reason.… Expand
  72. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is one of the most attractive, exhilarating, entertaining and outrageously fun titles so far on 3DS. While Mario has recently brought his style of gaming bliss to the handheld, Uprising provides a substantial amount of content, its own brand of adrenaline pumping set pieces and wonderful humour. It sweeps you along at breakneck speed, and is a must-have title for thatKid Icarus: Uprising is one of the most attractive, exhilarating, entertaining and outrageously fun titles so far on 3DS. While Mario has recently brought his style of gaming bliss to the handheld, Uprising provides a substantial amount of content, its own brand of adrenaline pumping set pieces and wonderful humour. It sweeps you along at breakneck speed, and is a must-have title for that very reason.… Expand
  73. Nohri
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    This is an amazing game that I would struggle to recommend to anyone. The controls are the most infamous and controversial element of this game and for good reason. While I never had any major issues for them outside of my left hand feeling tired from holding a 3ds xl for several hours straight with no support from my right hand like with most games to ease strain, I found aiming andThis is an amazing game that I would struggle to recommend to anyone. The controls are the most infamous and controversial element of this game and for good reason. While I never had any major issues for them outside of my left hand feeling tired from holding a 3ds xl for several hours straight with no support from my right hand like with most games to ease strain, I found aiming and movement to be not too difficult to get used to, however the same won't be for everyone, they will require some getting used to and you may never be able to feel truly comfortable and are at most tolerable. Only if you are willing to get past this first hurdle can you consider playing this. If so, great! You're in for a wild ride full of flying sections full of rollercoaster set pieces and witty dialogue that holds up well today with only a few jokes feeling dated to when it released back in 2012 and ground sections that feel more tense and claustrophobic in between larger fights that are a blast to play through, but rarely meets the heights (pun intended) of the flying sections. Its unlikely you'd be playing this game without knowing the twist, but if you don't know it, then you're in for an amazing surprise, and regardless, a great time.… Expand
  74. carhigh
    Sep 30, 2022
    9
    hands down the best game on the 3DS, the controls work really well on the New 3DS albeit take a couple chapters to get used to. The graphics are some of the best on the system and the art design is some of my favorite in gaming. definetly check it out
  75. LinkHb03
    Sep 11, 2022
    9
    Este juego tiene alguno de los personajes maravillosos y elaborados de toda la historia de Nintendo, tienen un gameplay que para la consola es una forma muy ingeniosa de sobrepasar las limitaciones de la consola.

    Como clásico juego de Sakurai, tiene una gran cantidad de coleccionables que satisfaceran a cualquier fan del colleccionismo en videojuegos. La unica gran falla de este juego es    Este juego tiene alguno de los personajes maravillosos y elaborados de toda la historia de Nintendo, tienen un gameplay que para la consola es una forma muy ingeniosa de sobrepasar las limitaciones de la consola.

    Como clásico juego de Sakurai, tiene una gran cantidad de coleccionables que satisfaceran a cualquier fan del colleccionismo en videojuegos.

    La unica gran falla de este juego es la dificultad inicial de adaptarse a los controles que al principio entumiran tus manos y las dejaran bastante cansadas, pero despues de un par de horas tus manos se acostumbran y la experiencia se vuelve casi perfecta. Espero con ansias un remake para la Nintendo Switch    … Expand
  76. BGRadio
    May 1, 2012
    8
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is packed nearly to the brim with carrots to chase, ranging from a multitude of achievements to unlock, hearts to amass, weapons to hoard, secondary powers to equip and an ingenious gambling mechanic to attempt tackling higher difficulty levels. It's crazy to imagine such a tall order of entertainment is available on a handheld. As much as I enjoy Uprising, it's hardKid Icarus: Uprising is packed nearly to the brim with carrots to chase, ranging from a multitude of achievements to unlock, hearts to amass, weapons to hoard, secondary powers to equip and an ingenious gambling mechanic to attempt tackling higher difficulty levels. It's crazy to imagine such a tall order of entertainment is available on a handheld. As much as I enjoy Uprising, it's hard not to question the control scheme and be let down that my enjoyment had to be constantly interrupted by breaks to recuperate. With frequent reminders to rest, it would have been nice if there were mini-games available that didn't rely on the stylus controls. As is, I cannot recommend this game enough to 3DS owners looking to get a lot out of the portable and to those on the fence about the 3DS altogether. I might not have thought to spend a lot of time with the Kid Icarus series before, but now I can only hope the goddesses keep Pit around for good.… Expand
  77. Metakev
    Jun 20, 2012
    8
    It's fun, fast paced and very charming. Though it has such a VERY cheesy sense of humor it's still enjoyable even if in some occasions you feel embarrassed by what the character say in one of their nineteen billion lines of dialogue. but leaving that aside let's talk about the controls. yes they get uncomfortable but they only annoy you for the first minutes unless if you're some kind ofIt's fun, fast paced and very charming. Though it has such a VERY cheesy sense of humor it's still enjoyable even if in some occasions you feel embarrassed by what the character say in one of their nineteen billion lines of dialogue. but leaving that aside let's talk about the controls. yes they get uncomfortable but they only annoy you for the first minutes unless if you're some kind of spoiled **** who thinks everything must be made at their liking and cannot adapt to anything more complex that yelling and strangers in XBLA. the controls are easy to understand and you don't need that stupid stand that bundles with the game and if you're incapable of holding a light device with only your left hand then I highly suggest you to switch hands for your fun times!… Expand
  78. YipManSays
    Mar 26, 2012
    8
    Good fun! The control scheme does sort of hurt your hand using both the thumb stick and stylus. But the game is a lot of fun and has some awesome shooting action action and combat! The 3D is also rather impressive and the graphics themselves without the 3D are nice too. The banter between Pit and the other characters is pretty funny and repeatedly breaks the 3rd wall. Over all it's goodGood fun! The control scheme does sort of hurt your hand using both the thumb stick and stylus. But the game is a lot of fun and has some awesome shooting action action and combat! The 3D is also rather impressive and the graphics themselves without the 3D are nice too. The banter between Pit and the other characters is pretty funny and repeatedly breaks the 3rd wall. Over all it's good old Nintendo fun!… Expand
  79. Rxbadass25
    Apr 1, 2012
    8
    25 years... 25 years since Pit originally debuted on the NES. Why such a long wait? Dunno. Don't care. The new installment from Nintendo is a very impressive one! The presentation, dialogue/banter between characters, and music are all phenomenal. I'll admit it: I'm a sucker for games with a magnificent soundtrack, and man, let me tell you, this one delivers. Believe that. The 3D is best25 years... 25 years since Pit originally debuted on the NES. Why such a long wait? Dunno. Don't care. The new installment from Nintendo is a very impressive one! The presentation, dialogue/banter between characters, and music are all phenomenal. I'll admit it: I'm a sucker for games with a magnificent soundtrack, and man, let me tell you, this one delivers. Believe that. The 3D is best utilized during the flight portions of each level (after that, it just kind of gets in the way of having to use the clunky ground-controls). The graphics are just outstanding. But this game isn't all good news (and I'm sure you know exactly what I'm going to talk about before you finish reading this sentence): the controls are just... just... I don't know how to explain it. If you use that dorky little stand that's packaged with the game, it isn't TOO bad... but if you want to play this game ANYWHERE else, your hand is going to hurt. You probably aren't even going to be able to play the game except for short bursts due to the carpel-tunnel-inducing control scheme. Additional problem: if you're left-handed, configuring the controls to accommodate the lefties is rather lacking; I know that you can use the "ABXY" pad and R-trigger (or if you bought the franken-stick, you can use that, but I don't see the point in buying it just yet), but this is just a hassle and doesn't feel as fluid as using the joystick.

    Overall, this game is breath of fresh air in a world that seems to be okay with rehashing stale ideas (Nintendo is particularly bad about this; Super Mario Tennis Golf Galaxyland 32 coming soon!). This is one of the first (of hopefully many) 3DS titles you should buy when you get the system! Eeeeeasily.    … Expand
  80. SacreDionysuS
    Mar 26, 2012
    8
    I give the game an 8 solely because of the controls drops it a couple points. This game is absolutely amazing. The story reminds me of the old Kid Icarus and the banter between Pit and Petaluna is hilarious and a perfect touch when in battle. The number of different weapons add a great amount of love from me to this game and the fact that you can fuse weapons together adds more fun to it.I give the game an 8 solely because of the controls drops it a couple points. This game is absolutely amazing. The story reminds me of the old Kid Icarus and the banter between Pit and Petaluna is hilarious and a perfect touch when in battle. The number of different weapons add a great amount of love from me to this game and the fact that you can fuse weapons together adds more fun to it. But the controls is what begins to frustrate me. I do like that a stand was thrown in with the game free of charge but it still doesn't add to the fact that my fingers cramp up while playing. I find myself playing on a lower difficulty just because I can't dash when I need to. But even with the cripple of the controls, Kid Icarus: Uprising is still a great game. Definitely replayable.

    +Millions of Weapons
    +Great Story and Gameplay
    +AR Card support
    -Faulty and Uncomfortable Controls    … Expand
  81. MENGKESHI
    Jun 28, 2012
    8
    In many ways, this probably one of the best handheld-exclusive games I've ever played. The controls seemed weird to me when I started playing it, but luckily are easily customisable. I quickly changed to the "left-handed" system although I am right handed (you get analog control over the aiming reticle and Pit's movements using the buttons are as precise as they need to be) and all wasIn many ways, this probably one of the best handheld-exclusive games I've ever played. The controls seemed weird to me when I started playing it, but luckily are easily customisable. I quickly changed to the "left-handed" system although I am right handed (you get analog control over the aiming reticle and Pit's movements using the buttons are as precise as they need to be) and all was good - I recommend trying this if you are having problems with the other systems!! Positive highlight for me is the hearts system - it makes the game extremely replayable and worth mastering to get the better weapons. The main negative for me is variable quality in the level design. Sometimes it is great, but sometimes levels seem completely pointless and feel like they have just been thrown in there to make the game longer. Three of the main examples are two levels in which you are basically replaying parts of the game you have already completed and one in which you are just killing wave upon wave of monsters. Was this really necessary? It makes the overall impression of the game feel a bit grindy which was a shame because actually some of the level design was brilliant. However, despite this gripe, playing through this game was a lot of fun and I'm already having a lot of fun replaying some of my favourite levels. With this and Gravity Rush, it's great to see handheld getting some much deserved TLC! Recommended!… Expand
  82. pixleking
    Sep 23, 2012
    8
    Oh the fun I had with this!A very notable game in the 3DS' library.Kid Icarus Uprising was a long time coming,to say the least.The story is complex but understandable and strewn together well.The gameplay is a nice reboot from the 8-bit classic.The sound is fantastic.Wonderful music and hilarious dialogue between characters.I love it.The level design is creative but at times feelsOh the fun I had with this!A very notable game in the 3DS' library.Kid Icarus Uprising was a long time coming,to say the least.The story is complex but understandable and strewn together well.The gameplay is a nice reboot from the 8-bit classic.The sound is fantastic.Wonderful music and hilarious dialogue between characters.I love it.The level design is creative but at times feels unnecessary,as the game kind of plays itself sometimes.Visuals are very good.Beautiful areas with tons of atmosphere.The controls weren't too great.The on-foot sections we awkward.It sometimes made an extraordinarily exciting game feel boring sometimes.Despite that,Kid Icarus is awesome!An 8/10 a great satisfying experience.… Expand
  83. TheGalaxiaMaste
    Jan 5, 2013
    8
    The controls might be annoying at times, the level design isn't that special but this game is beautiful, charming and hilarious. The best 3DS game, and it comes with a ton of modes too!
  84. Krillest
    Feb 19, 2013
    8
    Despite all negative reviews for this game, about it being corny, with not-so-good graphics, the controls being too difficult, its all a matter of preferences. For one, the dialog seems corny because Pit is an ANGEL for a LIGHT GODDESS. Of course he's going to act like one of the most arrogant super heroes out there! And the graphics, I completely disagree with you. For one, this is one ofDespite all negative reviews for this game, about it being corny, with not-so-good graphics, the controls being too difficult, its all a matter of preferences. For one, the dialog seems corny because Pit is an ANGEL for a LIGHT GODDESS. Of course he's going to act like one of the most arrogant super heroes out there! And the graphics, I completely disagree with you. For one, this is one of the first 3D games to have been made on the 3DS, which is a hand held game device in the first place. Of course the graphics will never be as good as the XBOX or Play Station- its a NINTENDO game! For kids and silly childish young adults this game is cute and fun to play when you literally have nothing better to do, and only play Nintendo games, it is still a one-up (pun) from Super Mario.… Expand
  85. Legend2099
    Aug 21, 2013
    8
    Nintendo chose the perfect franchise to utilize the arcade shooter touch-screen gameplay of Uprising. It is a fairly original experience with loads of amount of content and unlockables. The ranging difficulty levels and online modes will also get you to come back for more.

    There is a large learning curve to the control scheme, but once you get past that, Kid Icarus Uprising has a lot of    Nintendo chose the perfect franchise to utilize the arcade shooter touch-screen gameplay of Uprising. It is a fairly original experience with loads of amount of content and unlockables. The ranging difficulty levels and online modes will also get you to come back for more.

    There is a large learning curve to the control scheme, but once you get past that, Kid Icarus Uprising has a lot of entertainment to offer.    … Expand
  86. Aquaris475
    Jul 5, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't think I've ever been more anticipated for a game. I really looked forward to the release of Kid Icarus: Uprising, as I couldn't wait to try out a series that I hadn't played yet by Nintendo (As the original Kid Icarus games came out before I was born in '99) and well, it was pretty awesome. The plot of the game is ok at best. everything is great up until chapter 9. then, it feels like the plot is just throwing in anything it can. it makes no sense to have all these plot elements suddenly pop up after chapter 9. yeah, the plot twist with Hades being the actual villain was pretty cool, but that's about it. there are also many points where something goes nowhere, like Medusa getting killed by Hades. it feels underdeveloped. the gameplay is pretty good. the switching between on-rails shooting and third-person shooting was pretty clever, and it does the gameplay very well. the only problem is the controls, the game's worst aspect. the controls feel mixed and confusing, and it's hard to figure out a proper control set-up. maybe it's better with circle pad pro, but since I don't own that, i'm left with regular controls. though, if you get used to a control scheme, it isn't as bad, and starts to feel natural. The music is very well done in the game. each track is pretty catchy, with the exception of a few forgettable ones. some other things I really liked about the game were weapons and multiplayer. There are tons of weapons to collect in the game, each with randomized stats, and it always makes me want to get more weapons and combine them to get more weapons with different stats. Multiplayer is really fun. there may be only 2 modes, but the maps and system of getting new items for winning will always bring you back. Overall, Kid Icarus: Uprising is a pretty good 3DS title that you should get. the plot may be underdeveloped, and the controls are hard to get used to, but the gameplay, weapon system, and multiplayer will keep you occupied.… Expand
  87. Falcus
    Nov 28, 2013
    8
    Okay. Kid Icarus was such a forgotten franchise that this seems almost like a new series. And the rebirth of the franchise was definitely quite impressive.

    The graphics look great, especially in 3D. The game's story, despite its overly winding path, is entertaining. And the cast of characters is very well done. And I must testify that the soundtrack is one of the best I've ever heard in    Okay. Kid Icarus was such a forgotten franchise that this seems almost like a new series. And the rebirth of the franchise was definitely quite impressive.

    The graphics look great, especially in 3D. The game's story, despite its overly winding path, is entertaining. And the cast of characters is very well done. And I must testify that the soundtrack is one of the best I've ever heard in a game. Voice acting is also great, though the lines get a little too cheesy sometimes.

    The controls are the most common complaint, and while I'll admit they're not completely secure, they are tolerable, at least to me. Growing accustomed to them isn't all that hard, and the game is so enjoyable that I've overlooked the control scheme.

    Online play is absolutely incredible in this game, despite the framerate problems and occasional D/C. And the weapons fusion system is clever and addicting.

    Typically I'm not a fan of action games all that much, but I definitely made an exception for this one. A must-own for 3DS gamers.

    + Incredible soundtrack
    + Very nice reinvention of the Kid Icarus universe
    + Online play is extremely addictive
    + Weapon fusion is an amazing feature

    - Controls aren't the greatest
    - Repetitive level design
    - Story attempts too many twists and the dialogue is very cheesy

    PRESENTATION: 8.5/10
    CORE GAME: 7.5/10
    VISUALS: 8.5/10
    AUDIO: 9.5/10
    GAMEPLAY: 8/10
    LASTING APPEAL: 10/10

    Overall Score: 8/10    … Expand
  88. kdkade
    Oct 14, 2014
    8
    Great game, packed with content and all... But I just cannot forgive it how tiring it is to play, how chaotic the multiplayer is and how the humor here and there feels a little forced. Still, this is just 2 points down, because the graphics, depth and weapon system are spotless. You should at least check out this game.
  89. EpicLadySponge
    Feb 21, 2016
    8
    Whatever's popping out of my mind right now when reviewing this game, I call it the best return for a Nintendo franchise ever since leaving it in the dust.
  90. Sressiv
    Mar 5, 2018
    8
    This has to be my favourite game of 2012. The single player is a blast, and so is the online multiplayer. Amazing graphics especially for the Nintendo 3DS, cool weapons, and just amazing gameplay. The weapon system is also very deep and there are loads of customization options. People complain about the controls but I don't have any problems with it, when I play with the cradle. The musicThis has to be my favourite game of 2012. The single player is a blast, and so is the online multiplayer. Amazing graphics especially for the Nintendo 3DS, cool weapons, and just amazing gameplay. The weapon system is also very deep and there are loads of customization options. People complain about the controls but I don't have any problems with it, when I play with the cradle. The music and the graphics were also outstanding. Lots of fun references, too. This game really is great.… Expand
  91. Bunnyhoppy
    Jan 11, 2018
    8
    This game is really incredible, even six years later. Only problems are when the characters talk during points where you have to fight (so you can't quite focus on the story) and that I get bored occasionally and don't come back to the game for aaageeeeeees. But still, I love it.
  92. MasterKnightDH
    Feb 18, 2019
    8
    While the power creep is an absolute pain, the Power System is at least VERY innovative.
  93. ThePSButton
    Sep 28, 2020
    8
    Una vez que te acostumbras a los controles, te quedas con un videojuego precioso lleno de contenido y muchísima diversión. Necesitamos más juegos de Sakurai fuera de Smash Bros.
  94. lesiuML
    Mar 20, 2022
    8
    Very awesome game! One of the best action game released on 3ds. Controls are clever and seriously very intuitive... I've played on new 3ds XL and despite large size of the device, controls was really pleasant for me. Finally some game from Nintendo that actually have a full voice acting and it's really good one! Maybe the story is little bit odd but at the other hand verity of levels areVery awesome game! One of the best action game released on 3ds. Controls are clever and seriously very intuitive... I've played on new 3ds XL and despite large size of the device, controls was really pleasant for me. Finally some game from Nintendo that actually have a full voice acting and it's really good one! Maybe the story is little bit odd but at the other hand verity of levels are extremely nice. This title is a definition of fun and without any doubts must play for any 3ds owner!… Expand
  95. GalaxyGlyder
    Oct 4, 2021
    8
    I loved this game. The characters are funny and memorable. The world is fun to learn about and personally I enjoy mythology. I enjoyed the controls but they were a barrier to many. Overall I think this is one of the defining 3ds titles that cemented my love for the system.
  96. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
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  97. Jaidenbrkl1
    Jul 15, 2023
    8
    Despite the atrocity of the controls, the game looks BEAUTIFUL on the handheld that it is on.
  98. rubin
    Apr 12, 2013
    7
    Interesting, but has some glaring flaws. To start off, this game's production value was huge and it shows. The graphics, the voice acting and the music are as close to perfect as it gets. Multiplayer is amazingly fun and easily the best thing about this game, even if it's a little tough to get into (the players are very skilled). Cannot say the same about single, unfortunately. The stages,Interesting, but has some glaring flaws. To start off, this game's production value was huge and it shows. The graphics, the voice acting and the music are as close to perfect as it gets. Multiplayer is amazingly fun and easily the best thing about this game, even if it's a little tough to get into (the players are very skilled). Cannot say the same about single, unfortunately. The stages, while beautiful, are way too short, simple and linear. Boss battles are piss easy on anything but highest difficulty settings. I know the same could be said about many games these days, but KI:U really takes it to another level it literally takes between 30-40 seconds to fall a single Boss, which I find to be pretty lame. Get it if you're looking for a fun multiplayer experience, but if you're more of a singles person it is probably better to try something else.… Expand
  99. skippedgamer
    Mar 21, 2013
    7
    This game is an all out mixed bag. First off, the game play is fun, and feels like a good 3rd person shooter. The story is interesting, yet a good 80% of the dialogue is cringe worthy "humor." The controls are bad for newcomers, yet once you master them, they are ok. The level design and musical cues are epic. If you want a game that fun in short burst, a good holdover game to playThis game is an all out mixed bag. First off, the game play is fun, and feels like a good 3rd person shooter. The story is interesting, yet a good 80% of the dialogue is cringe worthy "humor." The controls are bad for newcomers, yet once you master them, they are ok. The level design and musical cues are epic. If you want a game that fun in short burst, a good holdover game to play when you feel like you had too much fun with the other games. If you want, one of the best game ever, I reccamend staying away from the game. I say, try the game, than decide for your self, because some people will love it, and some will hate it. I say get it once the price is at $20 or less… Expand
  100. ShadowR
    Jun 10, 2015
    7
    Kid Icarus: Uprising does have a few flaws that stop it from being the best 3DS game. For one, the default controls DO take a bit of time to get used to, but I hear you an change them. Also, (and this is more major), the gameplay just feels overly simple. It's just not interesting enough (this especially shows during the Sky Battles) to be the highlight of the game (which is too bad,Kid Icarus: Uprising does have a few flaws that stop it from being the best 3DS game. For one, the default controls DO take a bit of time to get used to, but I hear you an change them. Also, (and this is more major), the gameplay just feels overly simple. It's just not interesting enough (this especially shows during the Sky Battles) to be the highlight of the game (which is too bad, because gameplay is VERY, VERY IMPORTANT IN A GAME). With that being said, I still enjoy the game and would recommend it to fans. The graphics are gorgeous (possibly the best on the 3DS) and it subconsciously makes me like the game better. The story is generic and unoriginal in the first act, but gets more interesting afterwards (no spoilers). But let's be honest, the main reason this game is such a cult classic is the characters. Where do I start? Well, first, even the minor characters have lots of personality, and the characters that are major also have personality, but are also more well-developed. The characters' charm makes the game very funny at times. All in all, I'd suggest you should play it (although the price should definitely be dropped).… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best 3DS Game of 2012
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#3 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2012
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#4 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2012

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 75 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 75
  3. Negative: 1 out of 75
  1. Armchair Empire
    Jun 27, 2012
    90
    No doubt in my mind, 3DS owners should have Kid Icarus: Uprising in their library of games, especially if action games are a favorite.
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  2. Hyper Magazine
    May 14, 2012
    90
    Nintendo magic strikes again, if you can adapt to the controls. [June 2012, p.68]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2012
    83
    Kid Icarus: Uprising is an underdog tale: how an action game can be thoroughly enjoyable even when it suffers from some severe control problems. [May 2012]
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