Binaries

 Switch
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. Switch Player
    Oct 12, 2017
    72
    Binaries offers a different take on the platform genre. By putting the player in control of two characters at the same time, it offers a mix of platform and puzzle that will be as challenging as the most hardcore games. Having its focus on gameplay and time attack, it’ll please those interested in arcade-like experiences.
  2. Nintendo Life
    Oct 2, 2017
    70
    Binaries is a decent puzzler that is definitely worth the time of players who can’t resist having a ‘100%’ icon plastered over their save file and enjoy speed-running through dangerous levels. It doesn’t tend to innovate past its main theme, though – instead relying on more obstacles, spikes and guns to make things trickier. If you’re desperate for a puzzle game that will have you trying to complete levels over and over again (before feeling a huge amount of satisfaction when you finally complete one you’ve been stuck on), then this may well be for you.
  3. FNintendo
    Dec 28, 2017
    60
    Binaries brings forth a good concept and ideas in a package that features a good and effective presentation. It doesn't quite fulfill its potential, though, as it relies too much on its difficulty level and ends up not providing sense of satisfaction to the player, which can make its experience somewhat frustrating.
  5. Video Chums
    Oct 17, 2017
    60
    Binaries is certainly a unique and challenging platformer that often feels like a puzzle game. However, its fun factor almost entirely relies on your willingness to persevere through seemingly impossible situations solo within a singular campaign mode.
  6. Vooks
    Oct 6, 2017
    40
    Binaries tries to be two things, and misses the mark on both. As a puzzle game, it lacks any actual puzzle solving. As a platformer, it fails in its horribly floaty and imprecise controls, while asking for pixel perfect precision in two vastly different scenarios. In a binary world of 0’s and 1’s, good or bad, Binaries breaks its own boundaries by being incredibly middle of the road.
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  1. Tired Old Hack
    Oct 2, 2017
    Binaries won’t be to everyone’s taste, but those who take a masochistic delight in games that are painfully difficult to beat but hugely rewarding to overcome will have plenty to enjoy here.

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  1. jeffbizloc
    Feb 5, 2019
    6
    Binaries is a skillful platformer that felt like the video game version of those toys where you roll a small silver ball through a maze.Binaries is a skillful platformer that felt like the video game version of those toys where you roll a small silver ball through a maze.

    Pros:
    - Solid presentation, the game looks good
    - Overall I enjoyed the challenge

    Cons:
    - Definitely frustrating and didn't feel precise throughout
    - I wouldn't call this a fun game at all    … Full Review »
  2. xxAcesHighxx
    Oct 14, 2017
    7
    I’ve really enjoyed my time with Binaries, but then again, I’m a long-time fan of masochistically difficult platformers that take tons andI’ve really enjoyed my time with Binaries, but then again, I’m a long-time fan of masochistically difficult platformers that take tons and tons of practice and dedication to master. If that sounds something like you, or perhaps you enjoy endlessly attempting to shave milliseconds off your best course times, then you’re sure to get mileage out of Binaries. Just be sure to go in with your eyes wide open.… Full Review »
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