Mutant Mudds Collection

 Switch
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Nintendojo
    Jan 17, 2018
    91
    If you’ve been looking to get into Mutant Mudds or have been simply wanting a new retro platformer on Switch, there are few better options than Mutant Mudds Collection. With two already spectacular titles in Mutant Mudds Deluxe and Mutant Mudds Super Challenge, fans will spend hours plugging away at their immense (and rewarding) challenge. Throw in the solid Mudd Blocks, which is an out of the blue and pleasant surprise (and arguably better than 3DS puzzler Bomb Monkey), and not only is Collection a satisfying time to be had, it’s also a great value, to boot. Switch’s library is stuffed with great games, but don’t let this one pass you by. It’s easily up there with some of the best software on the system.
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2018
    90
    Two incredibly satisfying tests of gaming prowess with a quaint oddity on the side – what's not to love? [Issue #32 – March/April 2018, p. 18]
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  3. Nintendo Life
    Dec 11, 2017
    90
    Mutant Mudds Collection gives Nintendo Switch owners the chance to own two fantastic platforming games in one handy, portable package, as well as a nice extra in the new puzzle game, Mudd Blocks. The difficulty of these games may well put a reasonable amount of players off - Mutant Mudds Super Challenge in particular is one nasty fiend – but the overall quality of the two original titles places this collection amongst the best within its genre that the eShop can offer. If you love platformers, and you don’t mind a hefty challenge, do yourself a favour and buy this game.
  5. The Sydney Morning Herald
    Jan 10, 2018
    85
    Comprising the most complete version of the original retro minimalist masterpiece Mudds, its tough but fair sequel and the unremarkable but fun multiplayer puzzle game Mudd Blocks, Collection is an excellent value and a welcome return for the series to where it all started: a Nintendo handheld.
  6. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Dec 14, 2017
    85
    Overall, Mutant Mudds Collection is well worth its budget price tag. It is a killer title to have if you’re a retro-fan like myself, but it’s also worth the buy for its array of gameplay options. The collection as a whole was obviously given care, and the fact is made obvious by its sleek presentation. Its visuals are incredibly gorgeous, the unique chiptune sounds will have you jamming in no time, and the gameplay is perfect – Mutant Mudds Collection is a stand-out title on the Nintendo Switch eShop.
  7. NintendoWorldReport
    Dec 13, 2017
    85
    Mutant Mudds has seen ports to just about every console under the sun (with good reason), so I figured it’d only be a matter of time before it graced the Nintendo Switch. What I didn’t expect was to get Mutant Mudds, Mutant Mudds Super Challenge, and Mudd Blocks all in one convenient package. With the great gameplay of three games present and brand new leaderboards for each game, this is the ultimately collection for anyone interested in the Mudds franchise. The lack of stereoscopic 3D is the only blemish, but hardly enough to diminish an otherwise fantastic offering.
  8. Nintenderos
    Feb 5, 2018
    80
    The level design is smart, making Max's jetpack skill fun. Furthermore, the superimposed layers manage to impress and offer the player something surprising.
  9. Switch Player
    Feb 1, 2018
    80
    It’s a quality collection of games which combines fun and frustration in equal measure. The addition of Mudd Blocks is very welcome though not essential. If you love a good platform game, then this is a no-brainer and I can’t recommend it enough. If you are not so keen, this may be a little more frustrating than you’d like.
  10. Cubed3
    Jan 2, 2018
    80
    The coming together of two fantastic platform adventures, and a decent enough puzzle entry, means that Mutant Mudds Collection is well worth checking out for those that are up for a very strict challenge. It has some drawbacks in terms of how smooth the lead character jumps, but the majority of the game is so well constructed that those loving retro style outings will quickly become accustomed to the games' approach and quickly fall for its classic charm.
  11. Pocket Gamer UK
    Dec 15, 2017
    80
    A tough, generously proportioned retro 2D platformer package - with a decent match-three puzzler thrown in as a bonus.

Awards & Rankings

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#15 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#92 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 36
  3. Negative: 1 out of 36
  1. mabster
    Jun 25, 2023
    8
    Mutant Mudds is a tough retro style platformer where the main gimmick is that the character can jump to several "plains", one very close toMutant Mudds is a tough retro style platformer where the main gimmick is that the character can jump to several "plains", one very close to the screen and each other being progressively further away. It's controls are also slightly unusual in that the "double jump" is a hover. The collection is made up of a deluxe version of the original game (Mutant Mudds Deluxe), a more challenging set of levels (Mutant Mudds Super Challenge) and a puzzle game (Mudd Blocks).

    I 100% completed both of the platform games and booted Mudd Blocks to see, but it's not my kind of thing.

    Mutant Mudds Deluxe is really good. It's made up of bite size levels and the difficulty ramps up as you go. There are also two "hidden" tougher levels within each level as well as a haunted version of each level (also more difficult as you can't shoot enemies). I really like when developers do things like the haunted levels because you get a lot of mileage for a smaller number of levels

    The Mutant Mudds super challenge is still good, but not as good as the original. The levels are more expansive and a lot tougher. There isn't a ghost level set like the original. Instead, some of the levels are ghost levels. This took me ages to complete compared to the original. But the levels feel a bit unfairly tough, especially with the enemies that drop bombs. There are some sections where these bomb enemies are hard to predict when they're above you, so it takes many attempts to just muddle through.

    As usual, the Switch is missing content compared to other platforms: the achievements / trophies.

    Overall this is a good package.    … Full Review »
  2. jens76
    Feb 21, 2023
    7
    3DS, Nintendo verfolgt seine Beute, angenommen, jeder besteht nur aus Wasser und Luft, bleibt nicht mehr viel übrig, lasst die alte Schule hochleben.
  3. drlowdon
    Aug 8, 2022
    5
    A collection of three games, two platformers and a ‘Columns’ style puzzle game.

    The two platformers aim and succeed at recapturing the old    A collection of three games, two platformers and a ‘Columns’ style puzzle game.

    The two platformers aim and succeed at recapturing the old school style seen in the early 90’s, but aren’t actually very much fun and the puzzler is decent but there are plenty of better examples available.    … Full Review »
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