Narita Boy

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. IGN
    Mar 29, 2021
    60
    Narita Boy's extraordinary style and presentation is let down by hollow exploration and one-note combat.

Awards & Rankings

31
#31 Best PS4 Game of 2021
37
#37 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2021

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User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 38 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 38
  3. Negative: 11 out of 38
  1. Loonlamb007
    Apr 1, 2021
    1
    GAME BREAKING BUG: I really wish I could say this Game is outstanding. To be fair, at the beginning I really thought it would be what I wasGAME BREAKING BUG: I really wish I could say this Game is outstanding. To be fair, at the beginning I really thought it would be what I was waiting for. Its a really nice Hommage to the 80s... At least for what I have Seen But after 2 hours of Gameplay I got stuck in the Hall of Memorys... No Chance to escape ... Had a couple of Blue Screens too. Only Option: Start over again not knowing what will be the next gambreaker...so sad!!! Thats it for me... Not worth my time!!
    UPDATE: The programmers are about to Patch the Bug. So wait definately till the patch is out.    … Full Review »
  2. Dr_Sedo
    Apr 1, 2021
    9
    This game is si ply astonishing. A simple concept developed by a debuting studio. It seems to follow the steps of games like Blasphemous orThis game is si ply astonishing. A simple concept developed by a debuting studio. It seems to follow the steps of games like Blasphemous or Hollow Knight, and it works. This story is written in a way I did not expect, full of intriguing commentary and thought provoking Lore. Its biggest suprise for me was the flow the retro-funk OST had, full of twists and turns that a Sci-fi work needs to captivate the player. This game is simple in essence, but its visual and gameplay execution is near to flawless. I look forward to experiencing it's post v1.01 features as there asre some little tweaks that would make this a very well rounded game. I give this a 9/10 for its incredible aesthetic, it's amazing music, it's very fun and varied bossfights and a surprisingly well rounded execution for a Kickstarter Debut game. An instant classic for me!… Full Review »
  3. SebboBastian
    Mar 18, 2023
    5
    Cocky glowing retro vibe. Colors, movement and neon. Yes the style, the puls is super rad but I just dont find the core gameplay and storyCocky glowing retro vibe. Colors, movement and neon. Yes the style, the puls is super rad but I just dont find the core gameplay and story interesting, level design is also very messy. I just lost interest to even care quite early. To bad, had follow the production for a while but it didnt tickle my interest in the end.… Full Review »
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