Minecraft

 Switch
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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
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  1. App Trigger
    May 14, 2017
    70
    Minecraft Switch Edition is a strange animal, largely focused around a competent, if simplistic survival game and supplemented with worldbuilding that you can share with maybe one friend who also owns this edition of the game. Stripped of the game’s best aspects and with a limited amount of skin packs, much of Minecraft’s appeal is lost. Split-screen co-op and portability options do what they can to entice an audience, and may attract some eager to expand their Nintendo Switch library.

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25
#25 Best Switch Game of 2018
17
#17 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
11
#11 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 401 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 277 out of 401
  2. Mixed: 52 out of 401
  3. Negative: 72 out of 401
  1. OnionKnight
    May 12, 2017
    9
    Minecraft on Switch displays a great balance between functionality and portability. It's more powerful (map is much larger) than on otherMinecraft on Switch displays a great balance between functionality and portability. It's more powerful (map is much larger) than on other portable devices such as iPad, PSV while it's portable and you can play it anywhere you want compared to the powerful consoles such as PC, Xbox and PS4. So people please stop whining about how this version is no better than the console version. Can you even play a solid (not the trimmed down version on iOS or PSV) Minecraft on subway with Xbox or PS4?
    In general, this Switch version makes me want to play Minecraft much often than before and I think it's a a great for Nintendo Switch. The only cons for now is its relatively high price compared to other platforms (though it included some nice DLC texture packs and Mario mode).    … Full Review »
  2. woshafer3
    May 12, 2017
    8
    What appears to be missed by some people is how the Switch changes the experience of playing Minecraft. Yes, if you only play games tetheredWhat appears to be missed by some people is how the Switch changes the experience of playing Minecraft. Yes, if you only play games tethered to a TV or a monitor then you should buy (or already have) Minecraft on a console or PC. I also hear people say that they can buy the mobile version... multi-touch is utter crap when it comes to 3D games! The switch version isn't for everyone, but if you've never played, play on the go often, or actually want to play with GOOD controls. You may want to pick it up.… Full Review »
  3. darclide
    May 27, 2017
    10
    A great port, I really enjoy having Minecraft on the go.
    It's a bit of a shame that Nintendo does not officially offer Trophys /    A great port, I really enjoy having Minecraft on the go.
    It's a bit of a shame that Nintendo does not officially offer Trophys / Achievements, but the game solves it well.

    Technically all is fine. World size is more than enough for exploring, the limited drawing distance for mobile is acceptable, as the game runs smoothly with 60 frames per second all the time.

    Local multiplayer is a great addition, but of course that only makes sense on a TV, the Switch display is a bit small for it.

    If you don't have Minecraft yet or want a version for on the go: do grab it, it's a great port and deserves love.    … Full Review »
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