Friday The 13th: The Game - Ultimate Slasher Switch Edition

 Switch
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
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  1. GameSpace
    Aug 27, 2019
    72
    Simply put this is a valuable collector's item not just for horror fans but for anyone fond of the '80s to share with future generations for years to come or just to fire up whenever you need to visit that hockey mask-wearing terror.
  2. Video Chums
    Aug 19, 2019
    71
    If you're looking for an enjoyable online multiplayer game for Switch then you could do a lot worse than Friday the 13th: The Game Ultimate Slasher Edition. As long as you don't take the over-the-top violence too seriously, it can be a very fun game.
  3. Screen Rant
    Aug 15, 2019
    70
    This is a feature-packed multiplayer survival horror game, but it’s also an unmistakably downgraded experience when comparing it other consoles.
  5. CGMagazine
    Aug 14, 2019
    70
    What Friday the 13th: The Game on Switch lacks in graphical fidelity, it makes up for in consistent fun.
  6. Vandal
    Aug 7, 2019
    70
    Friday the 13th nails the feeling of the franchise it is based on. It’s obviously meant to be played online, with intense matches and a survival horror touch.
  7. Cultured Vultures
    Aug 6, 2019
    70
    When it works, Friday the 13th is a truly exciting bout of cat-and-mouse gameplay that offers plenty of thrills and tense moments, but technical issues, clunkiness and a laborious levelling grind can add up to frustration.
  8. Gamers' Temple
    Sep 17, 2019
    65
    If the super long title doesn't stress it enough, Friday the 13th: The Game Ultimate Slasher Edition is the definitive version of the game.
  9. God is a Geek
    Aug 23, 2019
    60
    If you’ve already got it on other platforms, I wouldn’t recommend trying it on the Switch.
  10. Metro GameCentral
    Aug 12, 2019
    60
    The original version had the potential to be a classic multiplayer horror game, but this updated edition still feels as hokey and unrefined as the movies it’s based on.
  11. Multiplayer.it
    Aug 6, 2019
    55
    Friday the 13th: The Game is a low quality game that arrives on Switch with all its contents.
  12. The Digital Fix
    Aug 6, 2019
    50
    Friday the 13th The Game makes an attempt at a killing but merely manages to fall on its own machete due to its clunky controls and limited gameplay options.
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  1. TheSixthAxis
    Aug 7, 2019
    While stunted, there’s still plenty to hack and slash your way through, Friday the 13th proving to be one of the most unique multiplayer experiences available on any platform.

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#27 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 42
  3. Negative: 9 out of 42
  1. Amelin37
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    Nintento version is so so good, i want content this game!!! i love gun media
  2. Cryptic1
    Aug 17, 2019
    3
    I don't generally bother with reviews but thought it was necessary to warn switch owners about this game . I'm also not sure if this onlyI don't generally bother with reviews but thought it was necessary to warn switch owners about this game . I'm also not sure if this only applies to European servers or whether others are having the same problems. So firstly , When you can get a game to play from start to finish ( Not very often at all ) its enjoyable to play, Yes the graphics wont win any awards and its a little clunky but it has a great tense atmosphere and feels pretty good if you get the parts and escape by car or boat . There is a fair amount of grinding which isn't so bad if you like that kind of thing . Along with a decent selection of maps atmospheric music etc means it has the potential to be really enjoyable . The bad and its really bad , Upwards of 5 - 10 mins mins to find / enter a match (This isnt because of a lack of people trying to play ) , constant disconnects when playing ( all your xp lost ) and glitches in game . I have in a 24 hours period with hours of trying to join games successfully finished around 20 games . This is the first game i where i have contacted nintendo for a refund as i'm not willing to risk £35.99 on a game that may work one day . pretty disgusting to release a game in this condition. Before anyone considers it may be my connection every other game i play on switch or PC is fine . The score of 3 would be 7 or 8 if the game wasn't broken.… Full Review »
  3. Tthekraut
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    I've played this game for awhile on PS4 and liked it enough to pick up on Switch. If you're a horror movie fan you'll really like this game.I've played this game for awhile on PS4 and liked it enough to pick up on Switch. If you're a horror movie fan you'll really like this game.

    This game is a lot of fun whatever system you're on. Yes it does have glitches and the learning curve learning curve can be tough in the beginning but after an hour or two you'll get the hang of it.

    It doesn't take long to find a game on Switch and I almost always get a lobby in less than 2 mins. Overall you'll have a lot of fun even with the glitches and some toxic members in the community. It's kinda fun to kill toxic councilor players when they're toxic

    Overall I'd but it again at $40.

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