Card Shark

 Switch
User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11

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  1. Ewas228
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    Card Shark it's one of the best games in 2022, beautiful art style, orchestral soundtrack, interesting plot and unusual gameplay as for me.
    Nerial and Devolver Digital thank you for best game in 2022.
    9/10
  2. gamingprincess
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    Card Shark is an innovative card game with a twist. The storytelling is beautiful and exciting. You don't really understand how the gambling fits into the story until you're about halfway in, so give it some time. I promise it will pay off! I am a musicologist, and I love how this game creates the atmosphere of 18th century France through engagement with historical figures, music, and art.Card Shark is an innovative card game with a twist. The storytelling is beautiful and exciting. You don't really understand how the gambling fits into the story until you're about halfway in, so give it some time. I promise it will pay off! I am a musicologist, and I love how this game creates the atmosphere of 18th century France through engagement with historical figures, music, and art. The gameplay on switch can be a bit clunky at times, but the overall concept is super fun and makes sense after grinding it out a bit.… Expand
  3. Mangough
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    Card Shark is a fantastic game with a beautiful artstyle, great gameplay and an interesting story.

    I think the most disappointing thing about this is the dialogue as all of the dialogue options make no impact on the story. It's not a big deal but I thought it'd be worth a mention.

    Even if you don't like card games, you should definitely give this great indie game a shot!

Awards & Rankings

64
#64 Best Switch Game of 2022
83
#83 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 33
  3. Negative: 1 out of 33
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Nov 9, 2022
    75
    Card Shark is an interesting concept with an imaginative story, great visuals and great music, but it was a little on the short side, and the cons with a lot of moving parts got repetitive. If Aviary Attorney whetted your appetite for games set in historic France, follow it up with this one! [Issue #62 – November/December 2022, p. 26]
  2. PC Games
    Jul 23, 2022
    70
    Card Shark feels fascinating and fresh, the story is solid and learning the tricks is fun—but there are some annoying issues with freezes and crashes.
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  3. Pure Nintendo
    Jul 14, 2022
    85
    Overall, Card Shark is a unique title with an interesting animation style and equally interesting cheating concept; all set far from today’s modern world. These elements combine to create a fun and engaging game that will leave a lasting impression.
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