- Publisher: Nintendo
- Release Date: May 21, 2026
- Summary: Join Yoshi on a new adventure as you discover a world full of unusual creatures when Yoshi and the Mysterious Book launches on Nintendo Switch 2 next spring.
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- Developer: Nintendo, Good-Feel
- Genre(s): Action, Platformer, 2D
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 95 out of 117
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Mixed: 22 out of 117
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Negative: 0 out of 117
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May 20, 2026You just know that Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is speeding face-first into a relatively muted response from critics and consumers alike. They will appreciate the art style and energy, but we don’t really have a framework in gaming to properly celebrate the kind of experience that the game is. Less challenging than Mario, less expansive than Donkey Kong, and less intricate than a Hollow Knight, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is best thought of as a toybox, filled with playthings for the imagination and rewarding if you approach it that way, rather than as a traditional “game.” I personally think it’s utterly wonderful, but then I spend my entire life chasing creative whimsy.
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May 19, 2026Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a fantastic cozy platformer. Finding new discoveries never gets old. I was worried the pace might be too tame for my liking, but this simply wasn't the case. I kept wanting to play and discover more, even after putting in 7 hours into the title. Later chapters were very rewarding, and there are enough challenging moments to keep it from feeling boring. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is the perfect addition to the Switch 2 library for gamers wanting something fresh and unique.
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May 26, 2026Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming and rewarding experience that features truly interesting ideas. It invites us to discover an endless array of mechanics hidden within each creature in the book and the synergy between them. Sure, it is not a challenging game like we are used to, but it makes up for it with a display of creativity rarely seen in recent times.
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May 19, 2026Ultimately, there’s a lot to offer from Yoshi and the Mysterious Book if you’re down for some relaxed mucking around in fun mini zones that have all the hallmarks of a classic Yoshi and Mario adventure – with plenty of end game content after you complete the story to give you a reason to dive back into Mr E’s pages and torment some daft creatures in the name of science and discovery.
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May 20, 2026Each discovery can lead to new avenues of exploration on these living pages and even more discoveries. As players progress, more chapters of the book will unlock and expand research opportunities. From woodland areas and windy mountaintops, to sunny seasides and bug-infested jungles, each one is packed with unique habitats for the subjects of Yoshi’s studies.
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May 26, 2026Yoshi and the Mysterious Book carries Nintendo’s philosophy into the Switch 2 era: games should be simple, approachable, and enjoyable for everyone. Free from the stress of game overs, it draws players in with intuitive controls and countless playful interactions that capture the pure joy of gaming.
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May 26, 2026Yoshi and the Mysterious Book continues the tradition of cute platformers that Nintendo's iconic green dinosaur has made his calling card. Unfortunately, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is less a platformer and more a bloated, drawn-out homework assignment. The critters are cute, and Yoshi is as adorable as ever, but there's almost nothing to do and too much of it at once. It's easily one of 2026's most disappointing games.