Panzer Paladin

 Switch
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
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  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Sep 13, 2020
    70
    Seeing the same level pattern repeat from start to finish of the title quickly makes the gaming experience monotonous and loses much of its flavor.
  2. DarkStation
    Sep 8, 2020
    70
    At its best, Panzer Paladin leans into its great core platforming to offer genre comfort food. Its movement tools feel rewarding, with twitchy controls and a fun variety of traversal options. The game's aesthetic is similarly successful, capturing the buoyant energy of 80s mecha anime with period-appropriate character designs and vivid coloring. But unfortunately, the game’s level design isn't always as compelling. Only the boss encounters and the final few levels fully take advantage of the tight controls, resulting in stretches that fall flat. Panzer Paladin may not eclipse its influences, but it is still a very competent retro throwback.
  3. Easy Allies
    Aug 2, 2020
    70
    Even with a few frustrating aspects, Panzer Paladin is still a solid choice. Going through each of its stages and ripping enemies apart is a good time overall. The additional modes add some nice longevity, and its anime-inspired presentation is wonderful. It's time to suit up and save the world.

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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. SnipeMD
    Jul 22, 2020
    8
    For those individuals looking for the next indie darling masterpiece like Shovel Knight or Undertale, you may come out of Panzer Paladin a bitFor those individuals looking for the next indie darling masterpiece like Shovel Knight or Undertale, you may come out of Panzer Paladin a bit disappointed. For those who instead temper their judgement and see the game for what it is, Panzer Paladin is a very solid, extremely well-made love letter to the tough-as-nails 8-bit platformers of yesteryear.

    Boasting incredible pixel-art and anime inspired visuals, a novel and engaging combat system and a bevy of weapons and techniques to experiment with and master, Panzer Paladin doesn't do much to reinvent the wheel, but it's hard to deny that the game leaves it's mark as a stand-out indie classic that in most cases stands head-and-shoulders above it's contemporaries.    … Full Review »
  2. Nikopro245
    Jan 2, 2022
    8
    Some of the ratings here are a little harsh for a game that doesn’t really do much wrong and is still fun to play. Just because a game doesn’tSome of the ratings here are a little harsh for a game that doesn’t really do much wrong and is still fun to play. Just because a game doesn’t offer “anything different” doesn’t mean you won’t enjoy it or it isn’t worth playing especially if you are into retro games. Pros
    + cool 8-but retro graphics
    + great soundtrack
    + nice variety of levels and longevity of gameplay + original weapons system mechanics
    + good $$ value + nice presentation and cutscenes

    Cons
    + Simplistic gameplay
    + fairly bland story
    + not a lot of replay value    … Full Review »
  3. Online_NPC
    Oct 19, 2021
    7
    Panzer Paladin is a tribute (pun intended) to 8-bit games like Castlevania, Blaster-Master, and Mega-Man. The graphics are an 8-bit pixel-artPanzer Paladin is a tribute (pun intended) to 8-bit games like Castlevania, Blaster-Master, and Mega-Man. The graphics are an 8-bit pixel-art with high framerate and complex button layouts for modern controllers. The soundtrack is full of wonderful rock-themes with an 8-bit mode where the nostalgia factor gets turned up to 11. Gameplay can get repetitive at times, but the areas are diverse with unique enemies and amazing boss designs. it's most fun to play in small bursts.

    Graphics: 8.5
    Gameplay: 8
    Audio: 9
    Story: 5    … Full Review »
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