The Swapper

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
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  1. Slant Magazine
    Aug 3, 2014
    70
    Where a tough puzzle in Portal often has a climax that's as exhilarating as the best amusement park ride, a tough challenge here often leaves one gripped by a feeling of exhaustion, with very little catharsis for the mental effort.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Jul 30, 2014
    70
    The Swapper couples complex narrative and mind-bending puzzles nicely. It's a short ride, but the core concept wields enough for on-the-fence gamers to consider a purchase.
  3. GameCritics
    Aug 22, 2014
    65
    I support sci-fi that does more than ask people to shoot aliens with futuristic guns, but there's just not enough coherence in The Swapper to put up with the split between the intriguing premise and the contrivances that surround it.
  5. DarkZero
    May 8, 2015
    50
    Despite being impressed by its visuals and attention to detail, I hadn’t first realized how short and lacking in substance it was, and I always begrudge video games like that being released in the first place.

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#25 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#73 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#93 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 224 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 149 out of 224
  2. Mixed: 57 out of 224
  3. Negative: 18 out of 224
  1. BaronMonaco
    May 5, 2015
    7
    I played this game thanks to the PS+ subscription but I'll review it like if i bought it as is no longer available for free.
    A good puzzle    I played this game thanks to the PS+ subscription but I'll review it like if i bought it as is no longer available for free.
    A good puzzle game, with a nice atmosphere but a story too basic. The puzzles are well thought to take advantage of the "swapper" this tool that allows you to create clone and transfer your spirit/soul (choose the name you prefer) into one or other.
    The length and graphics are usual for this kind of indie games.
    I would advice this game only to puzzle games lovers, for the rest of the gamers, maybe wait for a good discount, as there is not much more in The Swapper than any other common puzzle game.    … Full Review »
  2. Storm1672
    Aug 26, 2014
    7
    The Swapper is a very interesting title as an indie game generally, while it has one of the smartest concepts in the puzzle platformer genre.The Swapper is a very interesting title as an indie game generally, while it has one of the smartest concepts in the puzzle platformer genre. Its length and the lack of more than one gameplay ideas has left us wanting more, as they do not justify the title's price. On the other hand it's got excellent atmosphere, one of the best concepts about clones/soul and is so consistent throughout all of its aspects that makes the better AAA games.

    If you like this genre, definetely check it out, as it will control your self-centric behaviour about satisfaction through solving puzzles in the best possible way with both making you feel clever and honest.    … Full Review »
  3. flax0174
    Aug 14, 2014
    9
    The swapper is a traditional side scrolling sci-fi puzzler, the graphics are not mind blowing, but there not meant to be, but they are trulyThe swapper is a traditional side scrolling sci-fi puzzler, the graphics are not mind blowing, but there not meant to be, but they are truly artistic and unique. You control a device called "the swapper" which produces copies of yourself in which you use to help solve puzzles and other tasks. the amount of mystery surrounding this game is overwhelming, the atmosphere is so compelling too. Truly unique game, loving it.… Full Review »
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