One Strike

 Switch
Metascore
61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. Nintendo Life
    Jun 15, 2018
    80
    One Strike is a truly unique, 'pure' video game. For the asking price, you get a rather fresh take on the one-on-one fighting genre and it can quickly become your go-to game when you are in need of a break between other more complex games or just need a quick burst of intensive reflex exercise. Find a group of like-minded players to play it with you and it becomes your current best, most efficient option to ruin friendships on the Switch (at least until Super Mario Party is released). Grab it without fear and then... either strike or die. There are literally no other options.
  2. GamingTrend
    Jun 8, 2018
    75
    One Strike lets you take control of six different warriors as you fight to determine who is the deadliest. The simplistic yet tense gameplay will keep you on your toes. The small roster and limited variety to the modes are fun in bursts, but not for extended periods of time. That being said, One Strike is a fun fighter to pick up and play at a low cost.
  3. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Jul 10, 2018
    70
    Overall, regardless of a missed block or two and too many similar modes, One Strike is a fun game to play if you have friends over and want to split the Joy Cons, or even if you have five to ten minutes to spare by yourself.
  5. FNintendo
    Sep 16, 2018
    50
    This is a simple effort that is very easy to get into and to adopt. Unfortunately it's also too simple for its own good, with a visual environment that does not look better than many of the games it's based on and a lack of balance between characters that does not motivate the players to explore their features.
  6. Digitally Downloaded
    Jul 19, 2018
    50
    One Strike is mildly fun, but woefully ill equipped to provide any long term value.
  7. Switch Player
    Jul 12, 2018
    40
    One Strike will make a good addition to any gathering of friends but don't expect much life from it as a solo experience.

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 46
  3. Negative: 8 out of 46
  1. FredSchwen
    Jul 11, 2018
    9
    I Really love this game! It's a simple classic arcade fighting game That you can play with your friends. it's a fight of skill and reflex. YouI Really love this game! It's a simple classic arcade fighting game That you can play with your friends. it's a fight of skill and reflex. You can choose between 8 fighter each with different kind of skill. I recommend for everyone who love arcade fighting game and the price is very low for the fun you'll have… Full Review »
  2. KhanPodo
    Jun 17, 2018
    9
    At first, this game seems incredibly simple and uninspired, with very limited move set and only six fighters. With your only options beingAt first, this game seems incredibly simple and uninspired, with very limited move set and only six fighters. With your only options being move, dash, attack, and block, you might be tempted to give up on this game after only a few minutes. Don't. Each of the game's fighters has hidden nuances to be discovered and mastered, making for some extremely fun, quick, and intense one-on-one duels with friends and family. If you have someone to play with, whose friendship you're willing to lose, this game is a steal.… Full Review »
  3. Luchacho
    Sep 4, 2021
    7
    I personally love games that have simple mechanics but are hard to master, and this game features that, and more Extras. The differentI personally love games that have simple mechanics but are hard to master, and this game features that, and more Extras. The different gamemodes are super fun, and the variety of characters ist just right for my taste, except for one, and that is Hangaku. She is incredibly overpowered, because every other character has one ability he exceeds in, but lacks in another department. But Hangaku has the highest range of all fighters, while having little to no downsides, making her incredibly powerful, even as a easy difficulty bot. If this would get patched/balanced, this game would be in my favourites of all time.… Full Review »
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