Freedom Planet

 Switch
User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 3 out of 31

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  1. PissedOffWookie
    Jan 12, 2020
    4
    This game is deceptively bad. I keep going back wanting to like it, but the thing that it does differently from Sonic are partially what ruins it. Not being able to just jump on enemies but instead having to attack them with a move is anti-speed, whilst the stage design is built around going fast. The level design overall is not that good either. Nor does the game keep adding fun mechanicsThis game is deceptively bad. I keep going back wanting to like it, but the thing that it does differently from Sonic are partially what ruins it. Not being able to just jump on enemies but instead having to attack them with a move is anti-speed, whilst the stage design is built around going fast. The level design overall is not that good either. Nor does the game keep adding fun mechanics to the stages like Sonic. The cutscenes just drag on forever and can't keep my attention. Just stick with Sonic Mania, skip this.… Expand

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#67 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#53 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Nintendojo
    Mar 7, 2019
    83
    This Switch version of Freedom Planet doesn’t do much to differentiate itself from what came before on Wii U, but then, it doesn’t have to. Many players didn’t get the chance to try this game out the first time around, so I encourage them now to give Freedom Planet a look. It’s a heartfelt love letter to the platformers of old, marrying some of the best bits of Sonic with so many other notable series. Freedom Planet is full of retro charm but isn’t held back by it, instead pushing forward with new ideas to stand on its own two legs. The eShop is full of winning software, but don’t let this one slip by under your nose!
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  2. Worth Playing
    Dec 12, 2018
    80
    Four years after its initial Steam release, Freedom Planet still stands as a good modern interpretation of the classic platforming formula. The multiple characters play differently enough that it's worthwhile to replay the game to see the different pathways and use different strategies to beat bosses. The two main modes do a good job of pleasing players who value narrative and those who prefer action, and the nice presentation solidifies Freedom Planet as a good choice for platforming fans.
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  3. GameGrin
    Sep 27, 2018
    90
    This is clearly a game that takes its inspiration seriously, and is a lovingly-crafted tribute to a genre of games that a lot of people, are really fond of. No new additions compared to previous releases, but if you haven’t already played this then don’t hesitate to pick it up on the eStore.
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