Cytus Alpha

 Switch
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. TheSixthAxis
    Jul 19, 2019
    70
    The simple gameplay and visual design, extensive song variety, and immense challenge should satisfy the needs of anyone wanting some musical tapping on Switch. It’s really only let down by shockingly inconsistent difficulty, empty player base, and an immensely baffling tutorial system. This all being said, if you aren’t into the genre, it’s really hard to recommend Cytus α as it doesn’t hold anything outside that framework.
  2. Universo Nintendo
    May 24, 2019
    70
    Cytus α is the definitive version of a great rhythm game; however, its gameplay lacks the precision of other Rayark games. This title is recommended for those that already player Rayark’s other titles and want even more content from them.

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#55 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#98 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. busternuck
    May 14, 2019
    9
    My ultimate rhythm games were Osu! Tatakae! Oendan!, Moero Nekettsu and the english spin off Elite Beat Agents. Cytus Alpha doesn't have theMy ultimate rhythm games were Osu! Tatakae! Oendan!, Moero Nekettsu and the english spin off Elite Beat Agents. Cytus Alpha doesn't have the humorous cartoony scenes of those titles (or like how you can unlock costumes!) but it is darn near close to bringing the same joys of a thrilling and challenging rhythm game.

    If you can stomach insanely catchy J-Pop, EDM and J-Rock : look no further. To me the music catalog of 200 songs are just unbelievably good that in just a short while you will lose track of the good songs you want to go back to because the list just keeps growing.    … Full Review »
  2. Dandichu
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. A lot of people don't realize that in addition to the story logs, there is a full beautifully implemented story and 20+ hidden songs with cutscenes implemented, but hidden by clicking special places on the game menus/song art!
    I strongly encourage people to check the wiki and experience all of the hidden gems the developers of the original mobile port left in.    … Full Review »
  3. Shimmeywill
    Mar 9, 2020
    8
    My first timeplaying Cytus. The gameplay is outstanding and the visual presentation is strong. However, there is a shocking lack of house,My first timeplaying Cytus. The gameplay is outstanding and the visual presentation is strong. However, there is a shocking lack of house, dubstep and techno music which seems the most fitting for the gameplay style. A little dissapointing.… Full Review »
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