Kamiko

 Switch
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. Cubed3
    May 3, 2017
    40
    Kamiko costs about $4.99 and can be beaten in under an hour. Visually, it is nothing impressive or interesting... There are far better looking pixel art games out there on the Switch, such as Blaster Master Zero. The core mechanics aren't broken or anything, it is completely serviceable, but it just lacks anything of interest to make Kamiko worth any time at all.

Awards & Rankings

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#91 Best Switch Game of 2017
41
#41 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
35
#35 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 108 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 108
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 108
  3. Negative: 9 out of 108
  1. Fostero1993
    Apr 27, 2017
    9
    Nice game, but very short. Like this reviews... To end Kamiko you need an 1-2 hours of play.
    I hope this game will be extended in the future.    Nice game, but very short. Like this reviews... To end Kamiko you need an 1-2 hours of play.
    I hope this game will be extended in the future. One of the best indie game i ever played    … Full Review »
  2. Driogon
    May 10, 2017
    9
    Kamiko is a true hidden gem on the Nintendo Switch. With an eye-catching art style and superb soundtrack, it was instant purchase. TheKamiko is a true hidden gem on the Nintendo Switch. With an eye-catching art style and superb soundtrack, it was instant purchase. The gameplay consists of defeating enemies in each level so generate enough SP to successfully light up all Torii Gates. This is not a simple as it seems because there are many puzzles you must solve before getting access to your goal. The combat system is simple but serviceable, with hack and slash mechanics that give a sense of kinetic energy seen in few games. There are 3 different characters to choose from, each with different combat styles. This gives some extra value to the short run time on this game (a few hours) and even includes a speed run timer to add even greater replayability. This short session, speed running approach fits right at home on the Switch as it is a great system daily commuters. The price is only $4.99 in the US, so this eShop exclusive is worth checking out.… Full Review »
  3. mrswitch2687
    Apr 30, 2017
    5
    This game is not bad. The puzzles are nice and is a throwback to old fashioned Zelda-style game-play. There are three characters withThis game is not bad. The puzzles are nice and is a throwback to old fashioned Zelda-style game-play. There are three characters with different play-styles but with only four levels- I found the enjoyment running out quickly. I completed it with the sword girl and only tried out the other two characters. I will go back and finish it with those two one day but it is just not my cup of tea.

    That being said, I would recommend you buy it if you enjoy this style of game ( it looks excellent by the way) as there is plenty potential for speed-running and plenty of fun to be had for a very low price.    … Full Review »
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