New Super Lucky's Tale

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 122 Ratings

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  1. Tiamat_Swec
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Summary: one of the nicest surprises of the year Playful Studios has really succeeded with a fantastic concept. Platform action game at its best. Highly recommended for families with children. If you like Super Mario Odyssey or Splatoon 2, you will love this game! The whole gaming experience is magical. You don't want it to end and the only big minus is that the game is too short and a bitSummary: one of the nicest surprises of the year Playful Studios has really succeeded with a fantastic concept. Platform action game at its best. Highly recommended for families with children. If you like Super Mario Odyssey or Splatoon 2, you will love this game! The whole gaming experience is magical. You don't want it to end and the only big minus is that the game is too short and a bit easy. The fact that the camera controlling is not always following proper and that the loading times can be long is a minor minus.… Expand
  2. EpicGamer1999
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    This game really surprised me. It pulls influence from many different classic platformers, as some stages resemble Mario 64 while others the Donkey Kong Country games, with some more modern styled "runner" stages thrown in, so it feels like a love letter to the entire genre. The level design is competent throughout. Nearly every stage is enjoyable, there is little filler in the game exceptThis game really surprised me. It pulls influence from many different classic platformers, as some stages resemble Mario 64 while others the Donkey Kong Country games, with some more modern styled "runner" stages thrown in, so it feels like a love letter to the entire genre. The level design is competent throughout. Nearly every stage is enjoyable, there is little filler in the game except for those numerous puzzle rooms in the hub worlds, those are an absolute pain to go through and very repetitive. The puzzle rooms detract from what would otherwise be my favorite "Indie" (even though it's not really) 3D plaftormer, I like it better than A Hat in Time as it's more focused on platforming and less filler.… Expand
  3. Grovy_Sparky
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    In a Videogame Generation (PC, Wii U, PS4, Xbox ONE, P4 Pro, XBO X and Switch) where the most of developers wants to make Full Realistic 60 Frames full HD Open-Wide Worlds, or in the worst of cases put Female Fanservice and/or Lolis (a Hat in Time), Just one videogame wants to do exactly the opposite...

    New Super Lucky's Tale is a Videogame about a child who jumping and smiling saves    In a Videogame Generation (PC, Wii U, PS4, Xbox ONE, P4 Pro, XBO X and Switch) where the most of developers wants to make Full Realistic 60 Frames full HD Open-Wide Worlds, or in the worst of cases put Female Fanservice and/or Lolis (a Hat in Time), Just one videogame wants to do exactly the opposite...

    New Super Lucky's Tale is a Videogame about a child who jumping and smiling saves many worlds and became a Guardian, just like His Sister, this game can be the easiest game of the generation (i don't know), but in the simply and easy stuff, it manages to be Funny and do something, than is like forgotten on this generation... to play... and smile...

    The game itself is like a Poetry Letter to the all late 90's Platformers, i personally feel the game like to play Spyro 2 back in 1998, But also reminds for me other beautiful platformers like Pac-Man World, Croc (1 & 2) and the list can be extended and extended...

    When i said than i feel like Spyro 2, is because the game feels like this game for me; let me explain: each level starts with a story and a problem, doesn't matter if the problem is simple or not, is a problem, and you as Lucky, Bringing charm and happiness, go through the level, and solve the problem in order to leave it, but, you can do many other things than rewards you while are solving the problem, and this was something than in late 90's very few games can do, specially spyro (1 & 2), You arrives to a level, the level have a bit story about a problem, you go through the level collecting stuff and making extra challenges (if you want) and solve the problem... After you solve certain ammount of problems and clearing levels, Your Magical Book, who feels so much like Spyro 2's Guidebook, it enables the BOSS Door...

    It maybe is the first time on these generation, than a Videogame than is not a Remake, make me happy and i can feel that, and even Mario Odyssey with that Sandbox twist can't do, and i'm not comparing annyone, i'm just saying than even mario changes his entire 3D games for a Sandbox... and maybe was fun for the most, but is not always the better way

    Back to the Game, New Super Lucky's Tale, is a poetry letter to all those amazing late 90's platforming videogames, and all that the game do, do pretty well.

    This version of the game has lot of improvements compared to the original Xbox One Version, like the free camera and new colorful textures... in adittion gets the 2 DLC on the base game and... this is not something big, but it really appreciate than has everything at start (the both DLC unlocks by passing the story)

    Maybe the game was made it for children because the colorful world and charming characters, but it was really designed for everyone, for everyone who wants awoken his/hers inner child once again...

    Simplist controls who made you mastered throught the game
    Amazing Levels based on specific themes (Farms, Valleys, the amazing 80's, etc...)
    Really Charming characters who can connected with You, From Lucky itself to the Kittens, Worms, even the Golems are so cute and charming
    An Easy Game with a really good difficulty curve, Literally the post-story world is very hard, very hard compared to the game itself...

    I just finish the game (i need to do a simply little thing, but the game is 120% completed for me), and... is the first time on that videogame generation, than a Videogame Who is not a 90's Remake, can make me so... so happy...

    i really Appreciate what Playful studios made creating Lucky, and i'm really hope than his Adventures could continue in the Future... Because i feel on Lucky So Much Potential for that...

    Thank You Playful Studios... Thank you... Lucky Swiftail...    … Expand
  4. sarahpod
    Nov 21, 2019
    7
    New Super Lucky's tale has very cute characters, nice gameplay and levels, but it is WAY too easy. After completing about half of the game it just lost its appeal because it was so easy. I understand this game is marketed towards younger kids, but I really wish I could change the difficulty to better suite older more experienced players. All in all, for the price, it is definitelyNew Super Lucky's tale has very cute characters, nice gameplay and levels, but it is WAY too easy. After completing about half of the game it just lost its appeal because it was so easy. I understand this game is marketed towards younger kids, but I really wish I could change the difficulty to better suite older more experienced players. All in all, for the price, it is definitely solid, but probably worth it to find it on sale if you are older.… Expand
  5. greninjaX
    Jan 4, 2020
    9
    the world needs more 3D platformers. if you got a switch and you like the genre, buy this
  6. iMustang
    Mar 3, 2020
    9
    New Super Lucky's Tale is a beautiful success story. After what started as a mediocre VR game, the developers tried making a traditional platformer for Xbox, and the reception was very lukewarm to put it nicely. But did they stop there? No way, they completely overhauled the game once more to make it a master platformer on the Switch. Remade levels, new backgrounds, extra lore, andNew Super Lucky's Tale is a beautiful success story. After what started as a mediocre VR game, the developers tried making a traditional platformer for Xbox, and the reception was very lukewarm to put it nicely. But did they stop there? No way, they completely overhauled the game once more to make it a master platformer on the Switch. Remade levels, new backgrounds, extra lore, and everything else they did clearly showed the love they had for their character and their desire to make the game of their dreams. And the result is a JOY! Super Mario meets Spyro the Dragon in this charming adventure of a fox going on a quest fighting silly cat villains, saving yeti monks, and giving you colorful worlds to collect and explore. While this game isn't very long and only occasionally challenging, it's packed with a lot of joy and really calls back to the platformers of old. I hope this is only the beginning of Lucky's adventures, as he could easily join the ranks of Spyro and Crash if they keep up this momentum.… Expand
  7. B7san
    Nov 30, 2019
    9
    Just finished the game and loved every second of it. Awesome 3d and 2d platformer game. Loved the post end game content!
  8. A_coat
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    This game is so fun! I don't have an xbox and had never heard of the original game, but after seeing some positive reviews from a couple switch youtubers that I follow, I downloaded and played the free demo from the nintendo e-shop and then immediately purchased the game when the demo was over with. I'm not even a big 3-D platformer type of gamer but man this game is fun and it's greatThis game is so fun! I don't have an xbox and had never heard of the original game, but after seeing some positive reviews from a couple switch youtubers that I follow, I downloaded and played the free demo from the nintendo e-shop and then immediately purchased the game when the demo was over with. I'm not even a big 3-D platformer type of gamer but man this game is fun and it's great to see a cute, cheerful, tongue-in-cheek game in my library. It has a ton of replayability and I honestly can't put it down. From what I understand, it's very much its own game in terms of improvements and new features & less of a port of the xbox game. It looks absolutely gorgeous and has so much personality. Welcome to the Switch, Lucky, I hope we see some more of ya.… Expand
  9. Nintendo_Hero
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    This game is a charming, beautiful, super fun 3d platformer and I am enjoying every second of it. Easily one of my favorite switch games.
  10. usERnAms
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is for me new Tails Adventure! This game is rlly good. If i say is rlly good, its rlly good.… Expand
  11. Starfree
    Dec 20, 2019
    3
    I loved this game for the first 3 hours I played. The characters are charming, the worlds are beautiful, but then it came time I wanted to play a different game for a little bit. I didn’t see a way to save so I assumed it autosaved, it being a game that’s over 6 hours to play I thought it was a safe assumption. But no when I loaded the game back up I was back at world one with just theI loved this game for the first 3 hours I played. The characters are charming, the worlds are beautiful, but then it came time I wanted to play a different game for a little bit. I didn’t see a way to save so I assumed it autosaved, it being a game that’s over 6 hours to play I thought it was a safe assumption. But no when I loaded the game back up I was back at world one with just the clovers I got form beating the tutorial. I didn’t know if this was a glitch or I just closed the game at a game time so I replayed the game and even got the second to last world. Then I spent a bit trying to make sure it would save. I exited though the main menu option and loaded it up again and all seemed well. Then I closed the software to open another game. When I went back to finish the game I was back at the beginning again!!!! I can beat the game in one sitting but at this point, I don’t want too!!!! The last 2 worlds aren’t worth going though the majority of the game for a 3rd time. I wanted to complete this game, but what’s the point if all my data will just be deleted again? It really ruined the game for me.… Expand
  12. Thantris
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    Este juego es extraordinario, hermoso y adictivo a partes iguales, si tuviera la palabra Mario en el título sería considerado una obra maestra por la prensa, de verdad muy muy recomendable!
  13. ptrk83
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    This game reminds me of a time when I would go to Blockbuster Video randomly on a Friday after school to rent a game. I would find a game I haven’t heard of before and play it good or bad. When it was good, man was it good. Finding a hidden gem like New Super Lucky’s Tale made my winter. Very simple gameplay with a perfect balance of challenge/satisfaction/time investment. BeautifulThis game reminds me of a time when I would go to Blockbuster Video randomly on a Friday after school to rent a game. I would find a game I haven’t heard of before and play it good or bad. When it was good, man was it good. Finding a hidden gem like New Super Lucky’s Tale made my winter. Very simple gameplay with a perfect balance of challenge/satisfaction/time investment. Beautiful design. I felt like a kid again playing it on a Friday night after work and I will easily recommend this game to anyone a fan of 3D/2D platform adventures.… Expand
  14. Gustavo_tavares
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    O jogo é divertido tanto na versão de Switch como na versão original de Xbox One, não trás muita dificuldade absurda o level designer e excelente e as boss fight também. Pra min Super Lucky's Tale é nota 10
  15. LatsaSpege
    Aug 3, 2020
    7
    This game is fine, but in the 2D sections your forced to use the thumbstick, which sucks for 2d platformers.
  16. NintendoCuber
    Jan 22, 2021
    8
    This game is definitely a step up from its original release back in 2017. Not only has the gameplay improved, but the graphics, story, and presentation has also improved. The only negative I have to say about this game is that the game is pretty short. It took around 3 hours to beat the main game and an additional hour to 100% complete it. I'm just hoping that a sequel comes out pretty soon.
  17. alivemau5
    Mar 27, 2021
    7
    Solid platformer if you're itching for that scratch, but it isn't one that anyone will be able to look fondly back in the future.
  18. Ted_Tris
    Apr 29, 2021
    10
    This game is very cute.
    Very good animations, graphics, and cute characters.
    Beautyfull colors.
    Nice music with catchy melodies, and sounds.
    No gameplay bugs, no gfx glitches.
    But perfect game.
    Con:
    However, there is no cloud backup.
    Why?
  19. tripleK
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What's this? A platformer game that's actually enjoyable instead of being cathered exclusively to masochists and speedrunners? Heresy!… Expand
  20. Vidikron
    Feb 22, 2021
    8
    I tried this game in Game Pass and wasn’t sure what to expect. Mostly I was intending to try out the new FPS boost mode on the Series X, but the game hooked me. It’s classic 3D platformer in the same vein as games like Banjo Kazooie. The game is divided into 6 worlds with different themes and within each world there are individual levels and puzzles. The platforming levels are a niceI tried this game in Game Pass and wasn’t sure what to expect. Mostly I was intending to try out the new FPS boost mode on the Series X, but the game hooked me. It’s classic 3D platformer in the same vein as games like Banjo Kazooie. The game is divided into 6 worlds with different themes and within each world there are individual levels and puzzles. The platforming levels are a nice mix of open 3D levels, 2D sides scrolling levels, and a few auto running levels.

    I enjoyed most of what the game had to offer. I’d say most of the game is on the easy side, but there were a few challenging spots and fights. Overall I’d recommend the game to anyone that enjoys 3D platformers and will play a sequel if one is released.    … Expand
  21. mabster
    Jun 24, 2023
    8
    This is an enjoyable simple 3D platformer with a move-set that doesn't change over the course of the game. In particular you have a "dig" mechanic where you travel quickly through dirt patches, avoiding damage from enemies above the ground. This mechanic is very well utilised during the game, with sections where you can only use this mechanic or puzzles utilising the mechanic. It's aThis is an enjoyable simple 3D platformer with a move-set that doesn't change over the course of the game. In particular you have a "dig" mechanic where you travel quickly through dirt patches, avoiding damage from enemies above the ground. This mechanic is very well utilised during the game, with sections where you can only use this mechanic or puzzles utilising the mechanic. It's a simple hark back to when 3D platformers were simple yet fun.

    The game is very polished and has a wide variety of level play styles, with runner sections, 2D platforming sections, puzzles and rolling ball levels as well. The puzzles are a bit filler and I had got pretty tired of them by the time i finished the last one. Each world ends with a boss battle -- my favorite was Lady Meowmalade.

    Once you have finished the main boss there are further challenges available, including more difficult variants of previous bosses, and I found these pretty tough. The rolling ball levels here were really superb.

    As usual with Switch games, the game doesn't implement achievements/trophies on Switch even though they are available on other platforms, which means the Switch is missing content.

    The framerate was quite consistent during gameplay, but did occasionally dip in some of the later difficult levels. The physics becomes less stable at low framerates making these levels a bit more challenging.

    It took me just over a couple of days to complete. Overall I quite enjoyed playing it.    … Expand
  22. Patias
    Jan 27, 2020
    10
    Incredible new franchise. Every in this game is sweet and funny. A classic 3D platfform, with excellent gameplay.

    Congratulation for this game, Playful!
  23. PeachBomber
    Jul 12, 2021
    10
    A fun loving game that has a nice story, responsive controls and a funny goofy cast of characters you can even unlock new gear for Lucky!
  24. Cedoch
    Jan 13, 2021
    10
    Excellent jeu de plateforme ! Ça vaut bien certains Mario ! Il est mignon et compliqué à la fois.
  25. lordjabajaba
    Aug 24, 2020
    8
    This is a really charming platformer with a surprising amount of polish. The art style is wonderful, and the animations and controls work together perfectly to create a fun movement system. The only thing it lacks is challenge, which is intentional I believe.
  26. Oldskoolberk
    Feb 23, 2020
    9
    This game is a throwback to the games of Crash Bandicoot, Spyro, Banjo, and even with Super Mario. It is a great blend. The plot, graphics, and controls are excellent for the Switch which makes the game very enjoyable.

    My lone gripes are it is pretty easy and the story is very short. Hopefully if they do a sequel they expand on more stages and levels.
  27. Harryd43
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    howy Loves this game, Lucky is his favourite character ever more than all of dragon ball. He says the game is bright and fun and helps with his anger.
  28. fanmadeendings
    Aug 6, 2023
    8
    An adorable little platformer that I can't bring myself to say anything negative about. What is there wont blow your mind, but it's still pure video game goodness.
  29. lione81
    Apr 22, 2020
    7
    Dificultad muy descompensada. El
    Juego es un paseo hasta que llegas al jefe final y el último mundo. Yo perdí más de 20 vidas entre estos dos últimos niveles.
  30. HeviKabisa
    Apr 27, 2020
    9
    Short, but wholesome and fun experience. You can really feel the love this game was made with. The character controls are fluid and precise, which is really important for a platformet game. Level design is great, as it makes you want to explore and look behind every corner. Each level is connected to a hub, called world. You will travel through multiple worlds, each having uniqueShort, but wholesome and fun experience. You can really feel the love this game was made with. The character controls are fluid and precise, which is really important for a platformet game. Level design is great, as it makes you want to explore and look behind every corner. Each level is connected to a hub, called world. You will travel through multiple worlds, each having unique environment with rich and vibrant colors, looking on par even with Mario Odyssey.

    The game varies its gameplay through different level types and mini-challenges. One time you will play 3D platformer level, another time it's a 2D one. Next level is a sidescroller, after that comes labyrinth. It really keeps the game from getting stale.

    On the other hand, mini-challenges that each world presents you with are fun the first time you play through them, maybe even second one, but soon you will find out they don't really change that much, each of them being variation of previous one with little to no innovation. And you need to complete them all to 100% the game, making it just feel like a chore, especially when you have to go into loading screen to do them, as the loadings are unfortunately rather long. It's a pitty as some of these challenges provide, shockingly, challenge and could be really great if not for the repetitivness. Especially so when you get to the last series of mini-challenges the game provides, unexpectedly showing whole new type that introduces you to smaller and enviromentally bland, but ultimately harder and faster paced levels. If this type of challenge was installed through the whole game, I wouldn't mind.

    Speaking of challenge, the game is rather easy, only with couple of exceptions. It's not necessary a bad thing, depending on what you are looking for.

    I didn't encounter any major bugs or hiccups. Framerate was stable most of the time, having noticeable drops during some occasions, but it didn't really ruin my experience or anything.

    When I was thinking about score, I would really love to give it 10 out of 10, but I just can't. Main issue being the repetitive challenges. They luckily don't take much of your time, but the devs showed they can make them more fun and varied.

    Final score: 9/10    … Expand
  31. Simplified
    May 11, 2020
    7
    I was surprised that I didn't like this game as much as I had expected. The concept is great and it is a solid platforming title for the switch. However, its brief campaign and excruciatingly difficult boss detract from the experience. As a heads up, it appears this game is aimed at really young children. This title should not be confused for something like Ratchet and Clank or even MarioI was surprised that I didn't like this game as much as I had expected. The concept is great and it is a solid platforming title for the switch. However, its brief campaign and excruciatingly difficult boss detract from the experience. As a heads up, it appears this game is aimed at really young children. This title should not be confused for something like Ratchet and Clank or even Mario like I had suspected.… Expand
  32. CTAN
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Bought this to my 5 years old kid, she loves it!! The graphic is good, music is soothing, the only shortcoming is loading might be slightly long.
  33. mtkf
    Oct 20, 2021
    8
    One of the best platformers on switch, much more polished then a game like Hat in time. Overall fun game for those who like banjo, conker and mario.
  34. iosonalex
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    I LOVE THIS FANTASTIC GAME, LOVE LUCKY !!! PC/XBOX: It is gorgeous, much better than the old version; best gameplay, best difficulty, best graphics !!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!! A +++++ I'm hoping for a sequel, maybe even a Christmas-themed version! Finally a breath of fresh air beyond the usual and repetitive Super Mario.
  35. B4H4G0
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    This game is a charming, gorgeous, and overall fun platformer with a surprising amount of variety. It is both relaxing and engaging to play. A feat which very few games are able to achieve.

    I am not in the camp of those who complain about this game's difficulty level as I don't mind having a few games in my catalogue which are light-hearted and don't demand too much from me. New    This game is a charming, gorgeous, and overall fun platformer with a surprising amount of variety. It is both relaxing and engaging to play. A feat which very few games are able to achieve.

    I am not in the camp of those who complain about this game's difficulty level as I don't mind having a few games in my catalogue which are light-hearted and don't demand too much from me.

    New Super Lucky's Tale is seamless fit for the Nintendo Switch. My only complaint would be if Playful Studios never makes a sequel...    … Expand
  36. grimreapersims
    Oct 29, 2021
    8
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  37. total_weirdo
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    Fantastic platformer for all ages! This games was a surprise hit for me as this games standard is right up there with Nintendo AAA games. Great level design, wonderful sound track, varied levels, lovely graphics and a great in-game camera. If have to be negative about this game is maybe it will be too easy for some people but is that really a bad thing?
  38. Joaozin098
    May 15, 2022
    8
    Muito bom a história a jogabilidade só peca que tem alguns bugs mas é completamente jogavel
  39. Morados9
    Jan 3, 2023
    8
    Justo el juego de plataformas que necesitaba. A veces necesito color y diversión.
  40. waywardlaser
    Jun 28, 2022
    7
    A very solid platformer that I had a lot of fun working my way through. It's incredibly easy but sometimes it's nice to kick back and turn my brain off once in a while. It's a great introduction to the genre for kids, no doubt. Much like Spyro it's very satisfying to run through a level and collect all there is to collect in one go. But with that in mind, Lucky's Tale doesn't offer much inA very solid platformer that I had a lot of fun working my way through. It's incredibly easy but sometimes it's nice to kick back and turn my brain off once in a while. It's a great introduction to the genre for kids, no doubt. Much like Spyro it's very satisfying to run through a level and collect all there is to collect in one go. But with that in mind, Lucky's Tale doesn't offer much in terms of its own identity; really it feels like an amalgamation of all the platformers I grew up playing. There's a little of everything here: Mario, Banjo-Kazooie, Donkey Kong, Crash, and the aforementioned Spyro. Lucky wears its inspirations on its sleeve, almost to a fault. It's not very original, but it's still a good time.… Expand
  41. Okayyes
    Jul 12, 2022
    7
    It's an enjoyable game but it's kinda short and some of the levels are irritating. But I had a lot of fun with it, good time waster
  42. Tinalyn
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Great game. He is so cute! I've never been good at platformers so it's just right for me.

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Gaming Age
    Jul 1, 2020
    100
    Obviously, New Super Lucky’s Tale isn’t about to displace Mario when it comes to being the best 3D platformer the Switch has to offer — but with no word of exaggeration, I wouldn’t put this one too far behind it, either.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 30, 2020
    90
    The Switch has ended up with what could easily be called the definitive version of this super tale. [Issue #44 – January/February 2020, p. 66]
  3. Worth Playing
    Mar 19, 2020
    80
    New Super Lucky's Tale is a charming and well done platformer. The number of moves you have may seem limited, since you learn nothing else in your journey, but the game does a good job of making sure you use all of the moves all of the time. The colorful look is aided by the general charm of the characters to create an experience where you're constantly grinning. It may be easy for genre veterans, and the load times can be annoying, but the short runtime ensures that the game doesn't overstay its welcome.
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