Spinch

 Switch
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
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  1. mcmiles123
    Sep 15, 2020
    8
    Spinch is a hypnotically psychedelic platformer that, while not without it's issue, is incredible value for money and a visual experience that felt truly fresh. The movement takes some getting used to as it doesn't feel like the Spinch has very much weight, but after I got the hang of it, landing perfect dashes at speed feels really sick.

    The only minor gripe I have with Spinch is a    Spinch is a hypnotically psychedelic platformer that, while not without it's issue, is incredible value for money and a visual experience that felt truly fresh. The movement takes some getting used to as it doesn't feel like the Spinch has very much weight, but after I got the hang of it, landing perfect dashes at speed feels really sick.

    The only minor gripe I have with Spinch is a minor infrequent visual stutter i found on my switch, it was not enough to ever really get in the way, but in a game focused solely on movement and hypnotic animation it does feel like a shame.

    I got this game on sale on the estore for under £10, which honestly feels like a steal, highly recommend.    … Expand
  2. charlesolivierw
    Feb 19, 2021
    9
    Spinch is a fantastic game. It's so beautiful, psychedelic and detailed, it feels like every screenshot of the game could be displayed on a wall since it's so good-looking. The soundtrack is really great too and fits the visuals perfectly. I have found myself smiling many times while playing this game, which is not something that happens normally when I play a game.

    The game has a great    Spinch is a fantastic game. It's so beautiful, psychedelic and detailed, it feels like every screenshot of the game could be displayed on a wall since it's so good-looking. The soundtrack is really great too and fits the visuals perfectly. I have found myself smiling many times while playing this game, which is not something that happens normally when I play a game.

    The game has a great learning curve, the first worlds are easier and it gets harder later in the game (and it can get really hard at times but it is a nice challenge). Some people disliked the water levels, but I think they were the most fun!

    Yes, on the Switch, there is some visual stutter at the beginning of the levels and in the fifth world there are one or two levels where the FPS drop a little bit during the level. I think it's worth mentioning it since some people are more sensitive to that. I am not, but I hope there is going to be a patch that will fix this a little bit. But overall, this game is brilliant and it deserves a lot more love and attention.    … Expand

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Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. GameCritics
    Oct 20, 2020
    50
    It has great art direction, well-crafted early stages, and exciting boss battles. Sadly, all of this great work is upended by the introduction of these terrible water levels, and their inclusion makes Spinch just another retro platformer that misses the mark.
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  2. TheSixthAxis
    Oct 20, 2020
    70
    Spinch is a quirky and vibrant 2D platformer that will delight and infuriate in equal measure. The soundtrack is invigorating and the gameplay demands a lot of the player with its punishing difficulty. The upside to this is that, finishing each level with your three babies comes with a sense of accomplishment that can’t be denied. If you’re a fan of this kind of game, Spinch is definitely one to consider.
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  3. Video Chums
    Sep 21, 2020
    80
    If you're looking to test your 2D gaming skills and love quirky indies then Spinch will make a fantastic addition to your game library.
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