1-2-Switch

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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 473 Ratings

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  1. metanoia29
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    I am very tempted to give this game a 10 to counter all of the negative reviews from people who haven't even touched the game, but I know that a truthful review is worth more to the community.

    This game is not a masterpiece, it is not a must-have, and it is not a revolutionary piece of software. However, it is an extremely fun game that is worth the purchase price to me. I have    I am very tempted to give this game a 10 to counter all of the negative reviews from people who haven't even touched the game, but I know that a truthful review is worth more to the community.

    This game is not a masterpiece, it is not a must-have, and it is not a revolutionary piece of software. However, it is an extremely fun game that is worth the purchase price to me. I have several young children at home, and they enjoy softer Nintendo games like Mario Kart and Mario World; playing Fast RMX on the Switch is a bit beyond their play-level and even Snipperclips is a bit cumbersome for them at times. Enter 1-2 Switch: the movements and interaction have been perfect for them! They are easily able to comprehend and play almost all the games without help, and they're actually having fun together! Every time we break the game out, it's a blast and we can spend hours getting lost in these bite-sized games.

    On the pro side of things, the game is very polished. There are clear tutorials for each game and the environments/actors do a great job portraying what needs to be done while keeping things light. The Joy Con responsiveness is incredible, quickly eclipsing what the Wiimote was ever capable of. You can feel the marbles move around, you can feel the safe pins click, you can feel the milk draining from each pull, etc. The focus on looking away from the screen is also another high point of the game, in which Nintendo forces us to look back at the roots of local co-op from ages past instead of just staring at the screen together.

    On the con side, the price is of course a bit steep for what's essentially a tech demo. I wouldn't say that it should have been a pack-in like many others have, because that would have driven up the cost of the console for a game that so many are adamant about not playing, but something in the $30-40 range would have made more sense.

    I'm honestly trying to come up with other cons, but I can't think of any; the game delivers on what it promises. Many negative reviews say that the game is mediocre, but then don't point out what makes it that way. The mini-games are quick and easy to get into, as well as get out of and into the next one quickly.

    All in all, the game promotes good, goofy fun together. Of course, this game is not for everyone - it takes a certain comfort level to milk an invisible cow or create your own dance moves - but don't let the negative reviews deter you if you think that you would have fun playing this with friends, family, coworkers, etc. Some people just can't seem to understand that maybe this game isn't for them and that their preconceived notions aren't indicative of the actual game as a whole.    … Expand
  2. Lepoy59
    Mar 8, 2017
    1
    Nintendo continues its bad choices, targeting rich people and putting the poor side by the side with outdated equipment of ten years, Nintendo is in family but the fragility of the console can not be put in the hands of children
  3. SeepMan
    Mar 7, 2017
    6
    This game is a lot of fun with family and friends. Out of the 28 games, you're sure to find a few you'll enjoy. This game is perfect to bring to a party. The problem with this game is the price. It isn't really worth $50. If it was $20 or less, I would recommend it. Wait for either a price drop or for used copies to show up.
  4. Mariatrespatas
    Mar 7, 2017
    0
    mediocre start to the Nintendo Switch library would not be something I would recommend. However, it may have lacked in many aspects but Nintedo was still able to keep the idea of interaction and fun in mind when developing the game. Unlike past launch games (
  5. scart35
    Mar 7, 2017
    6
    Mediocre set of 28 mini-games that are more glorious technical demos than real games.
    They will definitely get your party started but for premium price (50€/$) it isn't enough.
    Out of 28 mini-games maybe 6 have some re-playability and others are there just to show you what are joycon(s) capable of. 1-2-Switch bears great resemblance to Wii Sports - game that was bundled with Nintendo Wii    Mediocre set of 28 mini-games that are more glorious technical demos than real games.
    They will definitely get your party started but for premium price (50€/$) it isn't enough.
    Out of 28 mini-games maybe 6 have some re-playability and others are there just to show you what are joycon(s) capable of. 1-2-Switch bears great resemblance to Wii Sports - game that was bundled with Nintendo Wii console 2 generations ago. Wii sports was a great way to show off Wii's motion controls and it's re-playability was incomparable with 1-2-Switch. It was something new,fresh and it could be played by everyone capable of holding wii remote. Sadly that can't be told about 1-2-Switch.

    1-2-Switch is good addition to Switch's line-up and it will keep you or your family/kids occupied for a while but after that it will only gather the dust. At half of it's current price it would be no-brainer but at 50$ it's no buy in my book.    … Expand
  6. absolutegamer
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    I think this game is strongly underrated. I have never seen people laugh out loud this much playing a video game. There are some odd ball mini-games in there but that adds to the debate. The price has also gone down significantly after release, so it may be a good time to buy.
  7. mynameisjonas
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of a game.

    Ignore prompts for adequate space and putting on the wrist-strap and enjoy drunk carnage with friends.

    Thank you Nintendo.
  8. Sap-ete-10
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    The best reason to consider picking up Nintendo's new console. Yes, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild may go down as the finest game Nintendo's yet made. But you can play Zelda on Wii U. 1-2-Switch only works on the Switch. It is an absolute blast, a party game nonpareil, but also a showcase for the sort of "next-gen local play" possibilities the Switch may turn out to be persuasiveThe best reason to consider picking up Nintendo's new console. Yes, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild may go down as the finest game Nintendo's yet made. But you can play Zelda on Wii U. 1-2-Switch only works on the Switch. It is an absolute blast, a party game nonpareil, but also a showcase for the sort of "next-gen local play" possibilities the Switch may turn out to be persuasive enough to give literal legs to.… Expand
  9. Ranzak88
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Muy recomendable para jugar con tu pareja o algún colega, solo he probado jugando 2, pero el juego es genial, muy divertido, gracioso, se crean piques sanos y te lo pasas genial jugando con alguien.
    Para jugar solo mas bien no.
  10. vahn
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    50 bucks for a bunch of **** minigames that will most likely last a few minutes, be played once and has barely anything else going? Yeah, no: this game should've been included with the console but as the greedy Nintendo as always they wanted to cash in on the piss poor launch of the console. Even the Wii had better games at launch and they had wii sports included that was much more fun to50 bucks for a bunch of **** minigames that will most likely last a few minutes, be played once and has barely anything else going? Yeah, no: this game should've been included with the console but as the greedy Nintendo as always they wanted to cash in on the piss poor launch of the console. Even the Wii had better games at launch and they had wii sports included that was much more fun to play (and FREE!).

    Suffice to say don't get it: Even Bomberman has better value for a launch game.    … Expand
  11. DeathStarU
    Mar 5, 2017
    7
    1-2 Switch is an overall good minigame collection that unfortunately takes a few wrong steps.

    This is an amazing experience to trully see what the Joycon are all about and a great way to spend time at a small party with your friends. The Board Game for two teams is in my opinion a great mode to enjoy with a big group. Shuffle allows you to get a random game while playing and then there    1-2 Switch is an overall good minigame collection that unfortunately takes a few wrong steps.

    This is an amazing experience to trully see what the Joycon are all about and a great way to spend time at a small party with your friends.
    The Board Game for two teams is in my opinion a great mode to enjoy with a big group. Shuffle allows you to get a random game while playing and then there are 28 minigames at your disposal
    In my opinion there are 5 awesome ones, 3 good ones, 10 forgettable ones and 10 more that are completely just stupid.
    The best of the bunch is Fake Draw and the worst is by far Baby that one is just creepy and weird.

    I would give a 6.5/10 to 1-2 Switch but I'll leave a 7/10 on the review    … Expand
  12. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 4, 2017
    5
    I personally thought when it was announced 1-2 switch I thought it was going to be something like console demo such as was the wii and u wii games like Wii Sports and Nintendo Land, if not a bad product but Not good, the game is clearly unfinished with very few minigames, some very boring and can only be played with friends, this game is practically a kind of beta.

    1-2 Switch can give    I personally thought when it was announced 1-2 switch I thought it was going to be something like console demo such as was the wii and u wii games like Wii Sports and Nintendo Land, if not a bad product but Not good, the game is clearly unfinished with very few minigames, some very boring and can only be played with friends, this game is practically a kind of beta.

    1-2 Switch can give you a good experience depending on how you take my note is a 5/10    … Expand
  13. Fezkopf
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    Actually, for the price of 30 Euro I am having a lot of fun with this. The mini games are stupid as hell but still I had a lot of time laughing since the last hours playing this game. So absolutely worth the money. :-)
  14. Rebelarch
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    This game is pure joy and fully accessible to people with disabilities.

    It's silly that a clearly multiplayer game is being reviewed for it's lack of single player experiences.

    It's simple. If you have friends and family this game is essential. If you're a loner you might want to make a friend to enjoy all this fun!
  15. UncreativeR
    Mar 4, 2017
    6
    This mediocre start to the Nintendo Switch library would not be something I would recommend. However, it may have lacked in many aspects but Nintendo was still able to keep the idea of interaction and fun in mind when developing the game. Unlike past launch games (Nintendo Land and Wii sports), this game was not successful in showing off any kind of graphical capability at all, orThis mediocre start to the Nintendo Switch library would not be something I would recommend. However, it may have lacked in many aspects but Nintendo was still able to keep the idea of interaction and fun in mind when developing the game. Unlike past launch games (Nintendo Land and Wii sports), this game was not successful in showing off any kind of graphical capability at all, or consistency in game quality. Most games felt like they were pushed for the release of the console and sacrificing quality, or some games were splatter paint as they seemed to get odd, which may be the point; but it was either not working well or not fun. In spite of this the Switch gave lemons, and the game made lemonade, they were able to produce (most) games with an original idea, whether it would be motion controls, using the sensor or the HD Rumble they could produce it. But if the idea of this game was to introduce the consumers to the abilities of the Switch, they did not provide. Overall the game was mediocre, if the launch date was pushed back or even included some other methods of play (that worked) would make this game so much better.… Expand
  16. HorizonZeroDown
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This is, without any doubt, the best game for the switch, and probably the best game of this generation.
    This is better than Breath Of The Wild or Mario Odissey.

    Advanced beautiful crafted Graphics
    Good gameplay experience
    Deep and brained stoytelling
    Good COOP mechanics.

    The Legend Of Zelda is overrated, this is the future right now
  17. green098
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The mini games are actually enjoyable, and is a surprisingly fun party game. I'd definitely recommend it even if it is only when you can find it for a lower price.
  18. shoeletariat
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    What seems simple on the outside turns out to be an intriguing renovation of the 'party game' formula, and arguably worth the $40 if you have like-minded friends. Using real actors and video tutorials, and reminding you to face each other and not the TV, has the unique effect of bringing the game out of the television and into the living room. This sets it apart from nearly every partyWhat seems simple on the outside turns out to be an intriguing renovation of the 'party game' formula, and arguably worth the $40 if you have like-minded friends. Using real actors and video tutorials, and reminding you to face each other and not the TV, has the unique effect of bringing the game out of the television and into the living room. This sets it apart from nearly every party game out there: it really isn't a video game at all. It's a game that you play with the switch. Albeit, party games are always a very subjective experience and your mileage might vary; but I felt compelled to speak up and provide a different take in light of these pessimistic negative reviews.… Expand
  19. atomicblue
    Mar 3, 2017
    7
    I can see how the enjoyment of 1-2-Switch would depend largely on the kind of people you're friends with (and also on whether you have many friends, I guess); it's well-suited to people who don't take themselves too seriously. For our little group of eight testing it out on launch night, though, it happily kept us busy for a couple of hours. Some mini-games were definitely biggerI can see how the enjoyment of 1-2-Switch would depend largely on the kind of people you're friends with (and also on whether you have many friends, I guess); it's well-suited to people who don't take themselves too seriously. For our little group of eight testing it out on launch night, though, it happily kept us busy for a couple of hours. Some mini-games were definitely bigger favourites than others, but to my surprise there wasn't really any one in there that seemed like a dud.

    Stand-outs that I remember from our test run of the game:

    Copy Dance - perfect if you're happy to make an idiot of yourself by striking poses. We were.
    Runway - see above, but you also get to channel your inner Naomi Campbell. Or, if you've got less co-ordination, your inner wind-up tin soldier.
    Milk - It's weird. We played it a lot.
    Safe Crack, Ball Counting, Joy-con Rotation - All three of these were great at showcasing how far motion controls and rumble have come in ten years, they felt surprisingly precise and subtle. Joy-con Rotation had the interesting twist of having players take turns to lift and rotate their Joy-con as far as possible without wobbling it; taking turns meant you could see how well the other player did as you were accumulating scores (from each degree you turned, with three attempts each), and seeing the other player's score was psyching some of us out. Speaking of psych-outs...
    Samurai Training - The eye contact in this one gets kind of intense. It really is one where you've got to watch the other player, because you're paying attention to their movements and trying to catch their sword swings without falling for fake-outs.
    Sneaky Dice - Another good one for psyching each other out, where you know how much the other player has rolled on two dice (via rumble) but not how much you've rolled. One of my friends had a lot of fun messing with people by telling the complete truth with that hint of an inflection that made it seem like he was lying.
    Quick Draw, Telephone - Two enjoyable reflex-based games.
    Table Tennis - I haven't seen this one mentioned a lot, but I loved it. The ball is invisible, so it's almost like you're playing "sound tennis" instead, listening to the ball sounds to determine how quickly the ball is approaching you.

    More than most games, its enjoyment really hinges on what you're like as a person and how you socialise. If you don't really like party games or you don't like to be silly in front of others, deduct four points from my score. If you do like these things, it's not the greatest party title ever but it's light-hearted, silly fun and it could make a good games-night staple for you.

    Oh, and it's very camp. So it helps if you appreciate camp.    … Expand
  20. mdk87
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    It is a lot of fun. But not a masterpiece as a game. To show what the joycons can do, it is absolutely perfect (and that is actually a lot of cool stuff!).
  21. bekacabj
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    The game is the best .
    The game is very fun
    The game is very very fun with friends
    The game is cool
    Multiplayer Game Of The Year!
    many games
    Various games
  22. Oasppp
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    An absolute masterpiece! This is the must have game for the Switch. Get your alcohol, get your friends or waifus, enjoy!

    If you like eating fake sandwiches, you'll love this game.
  23. DaveAus
    Mar 3, 2017
    1
    Unfortunatly this is a very poor party game from Nintendo. It's no where near the quality we got we Wii Party all those years ago now. 1-2-Switch is very poor in terms of gameplay and offers little. The game selection is boring and you'll never want to play it more then once.
  24. SmartAlec512
    Mar 3, 2017
    6
    The game isn't bad. The mini games are repetitive and the lack of 1 player or online is annoying but it makes up for it being a party game. I still enjoyed it.
  25. JTJSGamer
    Mar 3, 2017
    5
    I never expected this game to be great, but i did expect it to be decent, but instead the game is really mediocre. Bland mini-games, lack of single player, and dull gameplay, are the reasons why this game is not worth 50$. Also it's a disappointing launch title in one of Nintendo's most anticipated consoles.
  26. EpicLadySponge
    Mar 3, 2017
    6
    Don't expect much for a party game. Despite what 1-2-Switch might look like in the outside, the inside, however, will fill the boredom for those that prefer to play single-player. Like literally, you need to invite friends to play this party game for the true definition of fun. Otherwise, if you play games alone, there's much better games waiting for you out there.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 63
  3. Negative: 11 out of 63
  1. Wired UK
    Aug 30, 2017
    60
    For all Nintendo’s protestations, 1-2-Switch absolutely should have been bundled with the Nintendo Switch. It's an excellent demonstration of the hardware and the sort of game that could be chucked on when you’ve got friends over and want to show them what the console is all about. Instead, you’ll have to fork out £35 for a limited, albeit fun, tech demo.
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  2. Games Master UK
    May 19, 2017
    54
    Appealing presentation masks a litany of awkward microgames you'll never play again. [Apr 2017, p.64]
  3. CD-Action
    Apr 26, 2017
    70
    A compilation of really simple minigames (28 in total) that quickly get boring due to lack of depth. [05/2017, p.67]
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