Skies of Fury DX

 Switch
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

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  1. 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 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.
  2. 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 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.Very 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.    … Expand
  3. Switchindiefix
    Oct 11, 2018
    5
    If you're looking for a fun and visually appealing flight/dogfight simulator to play on your Switch, then I think you would like Skies of Fury DX. The time I spent with the game before the fifth chapter was a lot of fun. It has a cool RPG mechanic that makes you feel like you’re progressing through the game. Moreover, though they were delivered in a weird free loot box way, some of theIf you're looking for a fun and visually appealing flight/dogfight simulator to play on your Switch, then I think you would like Skies of Fury DX. The time I spent with the game before the fifth chapter was a lot of fun. It has a cool RPG mechanic that makes you feel like you’re progressing through the game. Moreover, though they were delivered in a weird free loot box way, some of the skins of the planes look awesome! Bare in mind though, that the mission in the game become repetitive fast and flat out frustrating towards the end. If I was to buy the game, I would wait for a sale.… Expand
  4. PeregrineOmega
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    Another surprising mobile port to the Switch. A fun little bi-plane shooter that runs great and feels at home on a console.
  5. DominikFFM
    Apr 17, 2018
    8
    Cool game for a fair price. I missed something like Ace Combat for the Switch and this quenched my thirst for now. The graphics are a nice, the control tight and the gameplay is fun. The could be more variety in mission design though - there are 3 different types of mission which repeat all the time. But still I always come back for 3 or 4 mission. At the moment there is no better flyingCool game for a fair price. I missed something like Ace Combat for the Switch and this quenched my thirst for now. The graphics are a nice, the control tight and the gameplay is fun. The could be more variety in mission design though - there are 3 different types of mission which repeat all the time. But still I always come back for 3 or 4 mission. At the moment there is no better flying game on switch so I can only recommend this little indie gem.… Expand
  6. SenDji
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    Got this game because of reviews and glad to say they weren't wrong - Skies of Fury is a gem! Looks great, sounds great, and controls great. The only thing not so great about it is questionable replayability - I am not sure how long the campaigns are going to keep my attention. However, I've got a chance to try out 4 player local multiplayer over the weekend and I think it might be myGot this game because of reviews and glad to say they weren't wrong - Skies of Fury is a gem! Looks great, sounds great, and controls great. The only thing not so great about it is questionable replayability - I am not sure how long the campaigns are going to keep my attention. However, I've got a chance to try out 4 player local multiplayer over the weekend and I think it might be my favourite part of the game! The atmosphere actually reminded me a bit of the golden days of N64 and playing Goldeneye for hours on the couch... Probably best spent CAD$25 in the eShop so far!… Expand
  7. Zenek73
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Very good game! 100x more better than smartphone version! I've bought Sky Rogue too and... Skies of Fury is done much better. OK - maybe I'm not a fan indie games, I know graphics is not all but this game looks very good, I've spend several hours with this cool game. Very good thing - HD Rumble in action!
  8. 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. The game does get a bit repetitive and the ever dreaded escort missions appear quite often.

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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. 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.
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  2. Worth Playing
    Jun 21, 2018
    80
    Skies of Fury DX is a very simple but very enjoyable arcade shooter. The campaign is long, but the missions are short enough that they can be enjoyed in bursts, while the progression system gives you enough reason to keep coming back. Controls and presentation are good, and despite the issues in some areas, the core is enough to provide an overall fun experience. Skies of Fury DX is a pleasant surprise that's well worth checking out.
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  3. FNintendo
    May 31, 2018
    80
    Featuring a stunning visual environment, a long lifespan that will keep players coming back to it, accurate and fine tuned controls and a very well designed multiplayer mode, not to mention a wide amount of unlockable content, it's safe to say that Skies of Fury DX is a choice that will make many players happy.
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