Genesis Noir

 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. Guardian
    Apr 3, 2021
    100
    The game sizzles with invention, and its hyperactive flits from the cosmic to the prosaic combine to produce an astonishing, memorable and novel piece of work. The game’s ambitions lie not in producing a pixel-perfect representation of the world, but in something deeper and truer.
  2. Vooks
    Apr 16, 2021
    90
    Genesis Noir may only be a few hours, but I'm still thinking about it days later. The stylish line art and jazz-filled soundtrack help make this cosmic tale stand out even more. While Genesis Noir might not be quite a game or point and click adventure, it is an interactive art piece that's not only enjoyable but also educational. I look forward to seeing what else Feral Cat Den has in store; meanwhile, don't sleep on Genesis Noir.
  3. Digital Chumps
    Mar 30, 2021
    90
    Genesis Noir is genre fiction that slow burns from a hard-boiled detective mystery to a cosmic exploration of potential and possibility. It showcases a form of storytelling exclusive to an interactive medium, not only immersing the player in rhapsodic visual landscapes, but expecting them to find tactile interpretations from its collection of curiosities. Genesis Noir doesn’t position chaos as a subject for control, only an objective to be experienced and appreciated.
  5. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Apr 6, 2021
    75
    Genesis Noir is a brilliant story of love, loss, and cosmic forces that provides an amazing experience despite its flaws and performance issues on Switch.
  6. Cultured Vultures
    Apr 1, 2021
    75
    Genesis Noir shines with impeccable visual and musical style that its mechanics and narrative can’t quite match, but don’t ruin either.

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#63 Best Switch Game of 2021

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User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. Porterhawk
    Feb 8, 2022
    5
    It's an interesting concept, but not worth it for the awful controls. I'm glad I bought this on sale because otherwise I'd be so annoyed atIt's an interesting concept, but not worth it for the awful controls. I'm glad I bought this on sale because otherwise I'd be so annoyed at not finishing it. There's other beautiful games out there that have managed to be aesthetically pleasing and are enjoyable to okay.… Full Review »
  2. Kwar
    Apr 3, 2021
    9
    I love this game. I consider this to be high art. The visuals and the sound combined together presented a very unique experience. SomethingI love this game. I consider this to be high art. The visuals and the sound combined together presented a very unique experience. Something I've never experienced before. Especially loved one of the puzzles where you're manipulating waves. I would give it a 10 except there was one part where I couldn't manipulate one of the puzzles and this was a bug issue. Had to restart a chapter a few times in order to complete it. But overall this is so fantastic. And it really is pushing me to want to learn more in the area of Science and physics/astronomy (no spoilers). Bravo!… Full Review »
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