SNK 40th Anniversary Collection

 Switch
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
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  1. Destructoid
    Nov 5, 2018
    SNK 40th Anniversary Collection is a fine collective of games that helped define several genres, even if they weren't nearly as popular as their successors.

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#17 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 6 out of 24
  1. JJTX
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    The high score I give SNK 40th Anniversary Collection is carried entirely by the fantastic presentation and the inclusion of one, essentialThe high score I give SNK 40th Anniversary Collection is carried entirely by the fantastic presentation and the inclusion of one, essential title: Crystalis. This marks the first time since 1990 the NES classic action-RPG has been officially re-released on any platform. (I don't count the mediocre 2000 Game Boy Color port, as that was sort of a remake and has quite a few changes.) Most of the other games are forgettable, but all are absolutely worth playing, as they will broaden your exposure to a period in arcades that has largely been forgotten. Combine the number of games total with the excellent historical images and other archival material, and you have a superb collection and a tremendous value. Recommended to all Nintendo Switch owners.… Full Review »
  2. abrus
    Nov 6, 2022
    7
    This package is just OK. Some of the games are entertaining for a playthrough, and the rewind feature is very much appreciated. TheThis package is just OK. Some of the games are entertaining for a playthrough, and the rewind feature is very much appreciated. The presentation is excellent, and I like the way they have implemented the aiming (with the right thumb stick) in all the twin stick shooting games. It is really disappointing that there are no Samurai Shodown games and no Metal Slug games in this package. It is also very disappointing that Beast Busters is basically unplayable because the aiming target is ridiculously sensitive and there is no option to change this. I bought this on sale for half price ($30AUD) and feel a some buyer regret. I think the Capcom Arcade Stadiums are much better value because many more of those games are still worth playing today. As a big fan of retro games, I do feel an opportunity was missed with this release.… Full Review »
  3. trigunner1041
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Amazing collection of some of gaming's earliest gems!
    The museum mode is INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    ATHENA IS STILL THE    Amazing collection of some of gaming's earliest gems!
    The museum mode is INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    ATHENA IS STILL THE BEST WAIFU OUT THERE    … Full Review »
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