Foregone

 Switch
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Universo Nintendo
    Dec 19, 2020
    70
    Foregone is a good Metroidvania that gets inspiration from several different sources. While that's good, its lack of innovation makes it a game full of promises that aren't really fulfilled. It's a good game that is always on the verge of being great but never really achieving it. It's worth the play though, for those who like the genre and like hard spikes of difficulty.
  2. GamingTrend
    Nov 6, 2020
    70
    Foregone is a graphically gorgeous, if not derivative, romp that struggles to create many memorable moments or differentiate itself from contemporary action-platformers.
  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Oct 15, 2020
    70
    If you're a fan of challenging games like Dead Cells, this definitely worth your attention despite some minor flaws and a general lack of depth.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 13, 2020
    70
    Foregone is a good game from start to finish. The combat provides an exciting challenge, the art style is on point, and there are just enough mechanics mixed in from various genres to keep things interesting throughout. However, following the source material of the inspirations a little too closely means Foregone can feel like a lot of good ideas that don’t come together in a fully-thought-out package.
  6. KeenGamer
    Nov 3, 2020
    65
    Forgone is definitely a good game, with every inch of the combat feeling just as good as it looks. I just feel like this game could have done a lot more with what it had. There is a tight, Souls-like loop, great locomotion, and satisfying combat. But the forgettable narrative and somewhat generic aesthetic made me not too interested in what was going on outside of the core gameplay loop. That's definitely okay, but stops this game from being much more than a competent Souls-like experience.
  7. Screen Rant
    Oct 20, 2020
    50
    What’s left is a game that works so well on paper - boasting great graphics, plentiful gear, and yes, even gunchuks - that’s fundamentally monotonous in practice. It’s certainly not a disaster, but for the premium cost of $30 on the Nintendo eShop, gamers deserve better.
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    Oct 13, 2020
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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. saxo27
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    Another game where I felt I was playing a different game than the reviewers.

    The game is a ton of fun and high quality. It is fast(upgradeing    Another game where I felt I was playing a different game than the reviewers.

    The game is a ton of fun and high quality. It is fast(upgradeing your character can make combat faster), colorful, has great animations, you find different skills as you explore, and is just slick and fun. The loot is ok. I don't care for that, but you can upgrade them to be stronger. All in all a fun fun surprise. Took a risk, bought it on sale and I am having a very good time. Don't trust reviewers or youtubers who show the first 20 mins of a game (which is pretty much a majority of them).

    Performance is good. Had one crash but it never happened again.

    Also, it is not a rougelike game. It is a 2D action game with handcrafted levels.    … Full Review »
  2. Oddlennon
    Sep 29, 2022
    7
    Fun plat-former. The controls were sleek and comfortable. The variety of weapons and perks was good.
    My only issue is that occasionally if you    Fun plat-former. The controls were sleek and comfortable. The variety of weapons and perks was good.
    My only issue is that occasionally if you got caught fighting a lot of enemies at once, then it would freeze a little bit.
    Other than that. Would definitely recommend.    … Full Review »
  3. dexterisdex
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    This is my first ever review/rating game. I felt like I have to! I tried the demo first.. I paid 5.99$ for it.. its the best 5.99$ purchase IThis is my first ever review/rating game. I felt like I have to! I tried the demo first.. I paid 5.99$ for it.. its the best 5.99$ purchase I have ever done.. i played dead cells, And other games in the genre but this, I think is better. When I was reading in info in eshop, i saw the word “Loot” and thats what made me try the demo, and boy, theres lots of good loot! I’m currently building crit build. Theres quests(loot drops in the process) theres the main campaign, good auto saves, and skill tree that can be reset for a price. I recommend this game.. i got 5 hours in right after i purchased it. Hopefully theres dlc in the future.… Full Review »
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