Part Time UFO

 Switch
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Feb 17, 2021
    71
    The variety of maps, tasks and challenges is one of the strong suits of Part Time UFO. Even though the gameplay mechanics are pretty simple, clever puzzle design keeps the player entertained for many hours. [Issue#251, p.71]
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  2. Cubed3
    May 17, 2021
    70
    No pun intended, but Part Time UFO is the very definition of a pick-up-and-play effort. You know… pick up… with a claw… Ahem! Anyway, it's rewarding for short bursts and designed very well for this kind of play, with a level of polish not found in some other 'short burst' titles. It also saves some of its best surprises for the endgame.
  3. DarkStation
    Nov 13, 2020
    70
    Although I enjoyed my time with Part Time UFO, the later levels crossed the line from challenging to frustrating due to the physics and time limit in the game. It’s best enjoyed in short bursts of gameplay to minimize the frustration. That being said, if you like previous HAL games and physics-based puzzle games, I think you'll enjoy Part Time UFO. It's well-made and entertaining, just ultimately not my cup of tea.
  5. Nintenderos
    Nov 8, 2020
    70
    Part Time UFO is a direct and very fun game. It offers simple and great mechanics for both veteran and casual players. Thanks to its great audiovisual personality and especially its physics, you will fall in love with its 30 missions.
  6. Shacknews
    Nov 2, 2020
    70
    I had a good time with Part Time UFO for what it was: a quick puzzle game and a good way to kill a few minutes. It's not going to monopolize anybody's time, but the game is competently put together, has a fun premise, and fits great on the Switch. There aren't a lot of failings here outside of the difficulty spike and its simplistic visuals that make it feel closer to a 3DS game. It's just good, clean fun.
  7. Attack of the Fanboy
    Nov 1, 2020
    70
    For those expecting a Kirby-like platformer experience due to the game being from HAL Laboratory, you will likely be disappointed. Instead, Part Time UFO feels more like a series of wacky extended WarioWare type levels that will keep you addicted as you strive to earn every medal in the game.
  8. Video Chums
    Oct 30, 2020
    70
    Part Time UFO is the best game I've ever played where you control an alien ship while completing mundane tasks. Okay, that didn't sound like a glowing endorsement but it is a cool little game and it's even more fun when you play it with a chum.

Awards & Rankings

94
#94 Best Switch Game of 2020

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 3 out of 18
  1. Onioncreature
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    Part Time UFO on Switch is legitimately one of my favorite games to come out this year. The main adventure itself remains excellent, whilePart Time UFO on Switch is legitimately one of my favorite games to come out this year. The main adventure itself remains excellent, while the new additions and modes augment the experience and increase the content substantially. Because of these new elements, adding $4 to the price tag of the game seems entirely justified to me. I highly recommend trying out Part Time UFO if you haven’t already, it’s relatively inexpensive and well worth the investment. I hope to see HAL continue to produce more small projects akin to this one, they’re clearly quite talented at crafting gameplay experiences for this scale.… Full Review »
  2. BennettVA
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    A fun unique game from the makers of kirby. When I purchased this game I didn't know it first came out on mobile, but the controls translatedA fun unique game from the makers of kirby. When I purchased this game I didn't know it first came out on mobile, but the controls translated well to switch. The gameplay may be repetitive for some, although the game is short enough that I didn't feel that way. I recommend anyone into physics based puzzle games to pick up this game.… Full Review »
  3. TheLinkgirl
    Nov 20, 2022
    8
    I love crane games. Part time UFO is basically a crane game with puzzles. It's got lots of charm. Therefore I love this game.
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