Everhood

 Switch
Metascore
81

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. Eurogamer Italy
    Mar 15, 2021
    70
    Everhood is a fun rhythm game with a mystic and eerie story, full of esoteric and cosmic vibes. It is the anti-Undertale, in term of narrative choices, but Foreign Gnomes cannot escape Toby Fox’s shadow.
  2. Gamer Escape
    Mar 12, 2021
    70
    Everhood is nothing if not memorable. There’s flaws here and there, but they pale in comparison to the fun and unique time I had. It’s not a very long game, taking around six hours or so for the true ending, but there’s plenty of different choices to make and self-imposed challenges to try.
  3. COGconnected
    Mar 5, 2021
    70
    Everhood is an enchanting rhythm-based adventure that falls short of greatness due to a few technical issues. Its combat system is an absolute joy and the music is brilliant, however, frame-rate drops and lengthy load times hinder what could have been a great experience.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Mar 5, 2021
    70
    Everhood could have been more but, in the end, cannot fully deliver the experience it has suggested in the beginning.
  6. Destructoid
    Mar 4, 2021
    70
    I enjoyed playing Everhood and the music was extremely enjoyable, but before we could apply for the marriage certificate, I realized how loudly it breathes when it sleeps and now I just want to suffocate it. I’m still giving it a recommendation, because not everyone is going to share my grievances with the narrative and the technical issues can be ironed out. There’s some definite high points here, but I don’t think it’s going to achieve immortality.

Awards & Rankings

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#51 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#67 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 5 out of 29
  1. Ukokira
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Got it in an impulse purchase and I just straight up couldn’t put the game down.
  2. JayWal
    Mar 21, 2021
    9
    Everhood has all the elements of being considered one of the Indie RPG greats. An engaging cast of characters, an amazing soundtrack, andEverhood has all the elements of being considered one of the Indie RPG greats. An engaging cast of characters, an amazing soundtrack, and gameplay mechanics I hadn’t seen before which made the game feel fresh and fun to play. Some of the online videos/trailers for the game can look a bit daunting but there are multiple difficulty levels if you’re not as on beat with rhythm/dodging type games. I wouldn’t say I’m particularly gifted with those kind of games however I did mange to complete the game on the recommended Hard difficulty, which I felt have the right balance between it feeling rewarding but challenging. You can change the difficulty at any point also.

    I wish there had been some better cohesion with the story telling. Everything made sense in the end (kind of) but the beginning felt a little hap hazard and unless I missed a few cutscenes/character dialogue there are parts of the story I still don’t quite get but it’s enjoyable none the less. I do agree with some review comments that the load times can seem a little too long in places also.

    Other than that I thought this was a fantastic game, if you’re looking for an RPG with a fun, unique, interesting and challenging gameplay then give this a try!    … Full Review »
  3. avictorao
    Mar 18, 2021
    9
    Weird, whimsical, funny... This game is certainly one of a kind. The gameplay is entertaining, the music is superb and dialogue is worth yourWeird, whimsical, funny... This game is certainly one of a kind. The gameplay is entertaining, the music is superb and dialogue is worth your time.
    Give this one a chance, you won't regret it.    … Full Review »
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