ABZU

 Switch
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 71 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 71
  3. Negative: 7 out of 71

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  1. abrus
    Jan 3, 2022
    6
    It is really hard to rate this game objectively. It is very pleasant visually and the music is very well matched to each level. It is sort of interesting trying to work out the story, but I've played this through twice now and I'm still not really sure what is going on! Unfortunately, there are 2 very serious problems here. Firstly, there is very little to 'do' in this game - it is VERYIt is really hard to rate this game objectively. It is very pleasant visually and the music is very well matched to each level. It is sort of interesting trying to work out the story, but I've played this through twice now and I'm still not really sure what is going on! Unfortunately, there are 2 very serious problems here. Firstly, there is very little to 'do' in this game - it is VERY linear in it's design and each objective is incredibly simple and requires no thought. Secondly, you will finish this game in just under 2 hours! There are chapter 'checkpoints', so you don't have to do it all in one go, but 2 hours is an incredibly short playthrough for a game with pretty limited replay value. I only paid $3 for this, and I did thoroughly enjoy my 2 runs, but just beware of points 1 and 2 before you purchase this game.… Expand
  2. Fusy
    Mar 12, 2021
    5
    It's a game where you hold R2 to move forward. You can boost and you do occasionally need to interact with objects, but for the most part looking at the screen is optional. I didn't find it worth while.
  3. opnyx
    Jan 16, 2021
    7
    The game is very beautiful and the music is enchanting. It's very impressive to see all the fishes swimming around you.
    But the game is very short (one hour), and quite laggy (on Switch) sometimes. The gameplay is very simple and the story is not very exiting. It felt more like a visual experience than an actual game.
  4. BColeridge
    Jan 4, 2021
    6
    Regular juego, es bastante relajante y bonito, pero no es el más divertido de todos. Sentí que tenía que terminarlo para que no me duela haberlo pagado y no porque quisiera hacerlo.
  5. adpaskhughes
    Aug 25, 2023
    6
    Abzu is tough to review, because it's definitely the kind of "game" which you either love or find boring. It's a walking (well, swimming) simulator with a nice soundtrack and nice visuals. But not stunning visuals; something like this would make a better VR experience. I also found the controls a bit unresponsive and dizzying, especially controlling the camera.

Awards & Rankings

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#83 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#77 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
70
#70 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Worth Playing
    May 29, 2019
    88
    When considering the sum of its parts, Abzu is a masterfully crafted experience from start to finish. It's a beautiful re-creation of the underwater ecosystem, from big predators to schools of colorful fish. Add to that the mystery of exploring an unknown civilization and a musical score that is beyond captivating, and you are in for a treat for all of your senses. It's not for everyone, but if you let it, Abzu may captivate you.
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  2. FNintendo
    Jan 17, 2019
    50
    ABZÛ is not proposing to be an action packed experience and there's nothing wrong with that, the problem is ABZÛ delivers very little in terms of gameplay experience, no matter what angle is used to look at it. Beyond its marvelous looking environment and absolutely mindblowing soundtrack, ABZÛ leaves all its promises unfulfilled, aggravated by the fact that it becomes obvious this game could have delivered so much more.
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  3. Nintendo Insider
    Dec 27, 2018
    90
    It’s one of the most captivating and moving experiences one can have with a video game.
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