Skies of Fury DX

 Switch
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. COGconnected
    May 10, 2018
    69
    Skies of Fury DX is a really solid aerial combat game. The games story mode is extremely lengthy, but unfortunately, it’s artificially filled with the same missions over and over. There’s no distinct difference between German and British campaigns, yet you’re forced to play through both to progress.
  2. Cubed3
    Apr 13, 2020
    70
    Simple, yet satisfying. Skies of Fury DX is a mobile title that belongs on the Nintendo Switch. A quick pick-up-and-play experience that has appealing audio-visuals, can be enjoyed in short bursts, and has flexible multiplayer options. The only downside is the lack of variety in the types of stages and missions that are on offer, particularly for the current, £14.59 price tag.
  3. DarkStation
    May 11, 2018
    60
    The gameplay loop is kind of awful but piloting an airplane and shooting others out of the sky is really satisfying, especially as they fall to the earth trailing black smoke before they explode into dozen pieces. What Skies of Fury DX lacks in stuff to do, it almost makes up for it in playability.
  5. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Apr 25, 2018
    70
    Skies of Fury DX will surprise a lot of players, given a seemingly paradoxical situation where the game is simultaneously a mobile port and a polished, satisfying experience. Still, if repetition is an issue for you, then Skies of Fury is one of the worst games your money can buy. The amazing gameplay is the key here: if you enjoy that, and do not mind playing a handful of very similar missions over and over, then Skies of Fury DX will treat you well.
  6. Video Chums
    Apr 30, 2018
    72
    I enjoyed my time with Skies of Fury DX and will pick it up whenever I'm in the mood for some arcade-style dogfight action. In the end, I'm looking forward to seeing what the developers come up with next.

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 26
  3. Negative: 5 out of 26
  1. pixelmoses
    Apr 21, 2018
    9
    Very nice addition to the Switch as the platform was lacking sim/action type shooters. The game has a really attractive cel-shaded type artVery nice addition to the Switch as the platform was lacking sim/action type shooters. The game has a really attractive cel-shaded type art style. Game has different mission types including regular dogfighting, escort missions and obstacle course missions. Combat mechanics are well done, the clouds as a feature for hiding/chasing adds variety and a lot of depth to the combat experience. Nice bonus that loot boxes are not micro-transactions and feature various skins and upgrades. I love the formation flying, very cool feature.

    No online, but features a local multiplayer of up to 4 players in a pvp or co-op mode. A lot of fun and adds some needed dimension to the game experience. Hopefully online is something to be added in the future, as this game is primed for online play.

    Skill tree allows you to upgrade your pilot and take those upgrades with you as you progress through the aircraft. Would have loved to see boss type levels or some takeoff/landing challenges but overall, delivers on the dog-fighting experience very nicely.

    Overall, a solid win for the Switch and at $20, good value for the price of admission.    … Full Review »
  2. Mullerj7
    Apr 15, 2018
    9
    Great game that reminds me of the red baron game from the atari lynx. Graphics are the hand drawn type and are gorgeous. Only thing missingGreat game that reminds me of the red baron game from the atari lynx. Graphics are the hand drawn type and are gorgeous. Only thing missing would be online play if nintendo ever figures that out. A couple things developer should add/ change: please give me a cockpit view! Also the way you have to go back and individually open the free loot boxes is lame.… Full Review »
  3. smith7ba
    Dec 11, 2020
    7
    Arcade style WW1 biplane shooter. Plenty of add ons and skin mods from XP points and loot boxes. Great way to kill hours without noticing. TheArcade style WW1 biplane shooter. Plenty of add ons and skin mods from XP points and loot boxes. Great way to kill hours without noticing. The game does get a bit repetitive and the ever dreaded escort missions appear quite often.… Full Review »
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