Horace

 Switch
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Nov 28, 2020
    70
    For a first game developed by only 2 people, Horace is nothing short of surprising. The story is successful, moving despite great lengths at the beginning, and the gameplay, although suffering from some problems, remains pleasant throughout. But by wanting to put too much on the table, Paul Helman and Sean Scaplehorn ended up losing us in this endless tide of tributes of all kinds, sometimes unconvincing when they take the form of game mechanics. The concept is very interesting, but the result is hardly satisfy at times.
  2. App Trigger
    Oct 22, 2020
    65
    Horace is an enjoyable game filled with interesting platforming mechanics. Unfortunately, its fun platforming and brilliant pixel art are buried beneath a pile of constant pop culture references, an obsessive need for close-ups and a plethora of free domain music.
  3. Cubed3
    Apr 19, 2021
    50
    Maybe it's the throwback design influences that are slightly too far outside of this reviewer's reach to appreciate and retro fans that remember playing the ZX spectrum will find a lot more to get out in this title. The desire is strong to get on with Horace, it really is, and he might even make you laugh at times, but just like the guy wearing socks and sandals, there are too many things holding it back.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Oct 20, 2020
    An inventive platformer with an unforgettable sense of style and wit. [Eurogamer Recommended]

Awards & Rankings

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#36 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#75 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 41
  3. Negative: 3 out of 41
  1. Sabrewulf1
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    I'm nearly 50..gaming all my life, all the way from the beginning, where this games inspiration comes from with many many zx spectrum, c64I'm nearly 50..gaming all my life, all the way from the beginning, where this games inspiration comes from with many many zx spectrum, c64 Easter eggs, winks and nods too. If your an old boy (or girl) like myself, you are going to be absolutely blown away by this absolute masterpiece. Yes the story premise is utterly lifted from bicentennial man, but the likes of Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams would be proud of this game as there is enough spin on the story to make the game its own entity. The music, the gameplay mechanics, the smoothness of the game running on switch, the level design, the genius humour and the delivery from the voice acting.. its pure and utter genius. It made me actually laugh out loud at the writrin and tear in my eye for the human moments. If your an old school gamer this is a masterpiece, for all other gamers, it's still a great game but you might not get all the references.

    Total bargain even at the full price.    … Full Review »
  2. Tspeed
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Solid platforming. Wasn’t sure from the trailer if it was gonna feel a bit slow compared to the masocore games I’ve been playing lately, butSolid platforming. Wasn’t sure from the trailer if it was gonna feel a bit slow compared to the masocore games I’ve been playing lately, but it was imaginative, fun and a decent challenge. The cut scenes were funny too.… Full Review »
  3. Snowstreams
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    A great game with a lovely story. The 8bit graphics put me off at first but now I've realised they add to the game. Its one of the betterA great game with a lovely story. The 8bit graphics put me off at first but now I've realised they add to the game. Its one of the better indie games I've played.… Full Review »
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