Boomerang X

 Switch
User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11

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  1. nusco
    Mar 25, 2022
    5
    A first-person action game based on an original movement scheme: your weapon doubles as a teleporting device. That dynamic allows you to stay in the air indefinitely, and to move at blazing speed around a series of fighting arenas.

    CONS: A ONE-TRICK PONY: The whole game is all about the movement idea. While that idea is good, it's not always great: movement often feels a bit random,    A first-person action game based on an original movement scheme: your weapon doubles as a teleporting device. That dynamic allows you to stay in the air indefinitely, and to move at blazing speed around a series of fighting arenas.

    CONS:

    A ONE-TRICK PONY: The whole game is all about the movement idea. While that idea is good, it's not always great: movement often feels a bit random, because your boomerang is too fast for precise control.

    SOME STAGES JUST AREN'T FUN: The last few fights draw out for a long time. The game only saves after you've finished a fight–so those long stretches of fighting result in annoying artificial difficulty.

    BAD SUPPORT: I could barely play the game because of a very frustrating bug in the gyro controls. The problem has since been fixed, but it took months for the team to address it. I tried to give this game a fair rating, but the truth is that those technical problems destroyed the fun for me.

    PROS:

    MOSTLY FUN: At its best, Boomerang X is a fun game. Zipping around the arena without ever touching the ground is nice for a while, even if I personally didn't find that mechanic as compelling as other reviewers.

    UNIQUE STYLE: Boomerang X is a short, stylish game. Its graphics might not be for everyone, but they're instantly recognizable. If you're into short and unique indies, this one might be right up your alley.

    GREAT FINAL BOSS: After the infuriating level that precedes it, the final boss rekindled my faith in the game. It's not drawn out, and it makes great use of the best aspects of Boomerang X, while doing away with the boring protracted fights.    … Expand
  2. Elite_Institute
    Mar 5, 2022
    7
    "Overall, Boomerang X didn’t quite impress me as much as I had hoped it would going in, but there’s still a fun time to be had. Considering this is one of Devolver’s more expensive titles on the console, there’s surprisingly little content on offer here if you don’t fancy replaying it, but the developers should still be applauded for the unique gameplay mechanics, gorgeous visuals, and"Overall, Boomerang X didn’t quite impress me as much as I had hoped it would going in, but there’s still a fun time to be had. Considering this is one of Devolver’s more expensive titles on the console, there’s surprisingly little content on offer here if you don’t fancy replaying it, but the developers should still be applauded for the unique gameplay mechanics, gorgeous visuals, and manic soundtrack. If the game still seems appealing to you, I’d recommend holding out for the inevitable sale before taking the plunge."

    https://theeliteinstitute.net/2021/07/10/boomerang-x/    … Expand

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#65 Best Switch Game of 2021

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 7, 2021
    80
    I recommend Boomerang X, but with one last caveat – consider its PC version before taking the plunge on Switch. I did well with this edition, but I think mouse-and-keyboard controls might have made me like it even more. [Issue #54 – September 2021, p. 29]
  2. IGN Japan
    Aug 30, 2021
    90
    Boomerang X is a diamond of a 3D action game. While it might not offer beautiful cutscenes or clever dialogue, the action itself constantly manages to amaze. The stellar boomerang mechanics are in perfect harmony with the super fast action. For fans of the genre, Boomerang X is an absolute joy from start to finish.
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  3. Universo Nintendo
    Aug 9, 2021
    70
    Boomerang X is challenging and has a great combat system. Despite being quite abstract about the story, the desire is to play for several hours on end. Fly and play against your enemies in this amazing game.
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