Planet Alpha

 Switch
User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 24
  3. Negative: 4 out of 24

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  1. jikflet
    Jan 4, 2020
    6
    Good game for people who like platformers / adventure / puzzle games like INSIDE, Little Nightmares and Black the fall, but not as good as the ones mentioned before. I like the science fiction theme, the visuals are good and the planet itself looks very interesting and colorful, specially at night where everything has a neon light glow. kinda like Avatar. gameplay is ok. not theGood game for people who like platformers / adventure / puzzle games like INSIDE, Little Nightmares and Black the fall, but not as good as the ones mentioned before. I like the science fiction theme, the visuals are good and the planet itself looks very interesting and colorful, specially at night where everything has a neon light glow. kinda like Avatar. gameplay is ok. not the best of the genere, not the worst. I would recommend it on sale if you enjoy this kind of games.… Expand
  2. Gontrand00
    Dec 7, 2020
    5
    I bought it for 2$ on ehsop because it was on sale, I knew it wasn't a great game but I'm a fan of platform games.

    I didn't finish it because there are some points in the game where you just don't know what to do for several reasons : -Gameplay is clunky, unprecise and somewhat random (which is unacceptable for a platform game) -They favored a ''immersive'' world, putting stuff on    I bought it for 2$ on ehsop because it was on sale, I knew it wasn't a great game but I'm a fan of platform games.

    I didn't finish it because there are some points in the game where you just don't know what to do for several reasons :

    -Gameplay is clunky, unprecise and somewhat random (which is unacceptable for a platform game)
    -They favored a ''immersive'' world, putting stuff on different plans on the screen (first front, and background), but the first front keeps getting in your way and interfere with what you are seeing on screen, and it sometimes happen during crucial moments.
    -The story is blend, they honestly could have hire a writer to just put a small synopsis in the game so it would feel less like another walking simulator.

    Yes, the graphics and universe is astounding. But I am PLAYING (lol) a videogame, not a movie. It would be cool that people that make game (even if I know it is a lot of work and extremely hard) would prioritize more the ''gaming'' aspect than the video one.

    Because what's the point of playing a beautiful game if the story is blend, the gameplay clunky and the challenge somewhat unfair/unfun (because of the bad controls) ? With better choices, this game could have been great and it's always sad to see a game being wasted potential, since you put so much effort, time and money into it. :)    … Expand
  3. Ritooon
    Nov 23, 2020
    6
    C'est plutôt "joli" (Pour une version switch), en revanche, c'est assez plat et redondant.
    Le jeu a une durée de vie d'environ 2~3 heures. J'avais hâte de le terminer.

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Nintendojo
    Oct 25, 2018
    83
    Planet Alpha is a truly special title. It’s gorgeous to look at, the puzzles are clever, and the challenges will give gamers a strong sense of reward. While the lack of direction and visibility difficulties will grate on the nerves of some gamers, it’s a truly an impressive experience on Switch. Many developers try to replicate the old school charm of titles like Metroid, but few manage to capture that charm while also making something that feels unique. Planet Alpha is very much an experience all its own, and gamers would be hard pressed to find a more unique and vibrant platformer on eShop.
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  2. XGN
    Oct 1, 2018
    80
    Planet Alpha reminds us of Limbo and Inside. The gameplay is similar if you think how these games use platform elements and puzzles to drop you in a world without giving you any context. Still it’s a great game with lots of details and a great atmosphere.
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  3. Switch Player
    Sep 23, 2018
    70
    Beautiful, serene, and joyous, Planet Alpha is a 2D puzzle-platformer that's optimistic outlook on space travel won't fail to keep pushing you forward.
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