Terraria

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 80
  3. Negative: 9 out of 80

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  1. Pepsi700
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    It's an absolute blast to play, and I've enjoyed every minute of it! Probably one of my favorite platforms the game is on. This is also probably one of the most stable and least buggy versions of Terraria I've ever played on, so that in itself is a huge plus. Well done to Pipeworks!
  2. radioactivethor
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    Truly an amazing port. Being able to play Terraria on the Switch is a wonderful experience, and I'm glad Pipeworks made the decision to work on it. This is everything Terraria is packed into a handheld gaming system to provide a smooth, uninterrupted experience. Bravo!
  3. Lloydle
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    Such a creative and terrific game. This is no '2D Minecraft', this is a masterpiece that is an extraordinary game. Highly suggest you play it.
  4. sadnoah
    Jul 2, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, even after you finish there is so much content. it's such a good game and its re-playable value is 10/10
  5. Hiphipgamer215
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    Greatest game ever made, it's so addictive time will fly by so fast when you play this game it's crazy. I got this free on ps4 with ps plus, but still paid the $30 dollars for the switch port. It's worth more than some Triple A games.
  6. MGTSLT
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    Best Terraria port ever. Playing with 8 friends is a blast. The sandbox gameplay is such a treat and well worth the cost. Especially when compared to other games on the Switch, Terraria's value can't be beat. The more time you put into the game the more rewarding it gets. 10/10
  7. InstaFiz
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    One of the awesome things about Terraria is the sheer amount of content. Back in 2011, this game used to have 3 bosses. Now there’s 15, as well as thousands of items. There’s so much to do, with something for everyone. You like combat? Plenty of bosses to fight. You like building? Lots of blocks to work with. You like recreational activities? Well guess what, this game is gonna get golfOne of the awesome things about Terraria is the sheer amount of content. Back in 2011, this game used to have 3 bosses. Now there’s 15, as well as thousands of items. There’s so much to do, with something for everyone. You like combat? Plenty of bosses to fight. You like building? Lots of blocks to work with. You like recreational activities? Well guess what, this game is gonna get golf soon! Truly the only limit is your imagination. When you get stuck, the Wiki is always there to help you, as well as the very nice community. 8 years of constant updates have helped shape this game into the gem it is today, thanks to the awesome people at Re-Logic.… Expand
  8. Dander
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    For anyone who actually plays Terraria, you will find it to be one of the greatest games of all time. This game has so much to offer and is worth even $100. The Switch version is excellent. Even with the occasional minor issue, anyone who gives this game less than a 9 didn’t put enough time into the game. There is so much pleasure packed into this game. Don’t hate, gives these guys theFor anyone who actually plays Terraria, you will find it to be one of the greatest games of all time. This game has so much to offer and is worth even $100. The Switch version is excellent. Even with the occasional minor issue, anyone who gives this game less than a 9 didn’t put enough time into the game. There is so much pleasure packed into this game. Don’t hate, gives these guys the brilliant marks they deserve. We need more games like this.… Expand
  9. stowaway8888
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Terraria is a game that I sorta grew up with - and it's a fun experience. While a bit hard to get used to, especially if you've played something like Minecraft, once you do, you won't wanna stop. The crafting system has plenty of variety in order to build weapons, tools, furniture, etc. You could build your dream castle, or a nice little cottage - the possibilities are endless. The NPCsTerraria is a game that I sorta grew up with - and it's a fun experience. While a bit hard to get used to, especially if you've played something like Minecraft, once you do, you won't wanna stop. The crafting system has plenty of variety in order to build weapons, tools, furniture, etc. You could build your dream castle, or a nice little cottage - the possibilities are endless. The NPCs are also a fun system to interact with, each having their own quirks and traits that can help you on your quest. The crowning feature are the bosses, each providing a unique challenge to them and having their own unique charm. You won't feel that you're fighting the same thing over and over again. The only complaint I have is the endgame - I wish there was more. The final boss is great and the endgame armors are amazing, but there's not much to do with said armors and weapons you'll grind materials for. But other than that, this has been a great experience.… Expand
  10. JR476
    Dec 15, 2019
    9
    It’s strange this doesn’t make game of the decade lists... It has so much content that has been flawlessly executed and the way it transforms you as a gamer into a master is incredible.
  11. BrassCrustacean
    Jun 29, 2019
    3
    The game takes a long time to load, and freezes for a while whenever it autosaves. I was okay with that until I made it to hard mode, and realized that some of the crafting recipes don't work. I know this is a common glitch in the other console ports, but in those ports there are ways around it. I didn't mind paying full price for this game, but I was kinda expecting it to at leastThe game takes a long time to load, and freezes for a while whenever it autosaves. I was okay with that until I made it to hard mode, and realized that some of the crafting recipes don't work. I know this is a common glitch in the other console ports, but in those ports there are ways around it. I didn't mind paying full price for this game, but I was kinda expecting it to at least function properly for that price.… Expand
  12. Tonni
    Jun 27, 2019
    0
    Al crear el mundo va bien pero luegoa al entrar por segunda vez se congela al iniciarlo y no se puede jugar.
  13. Hydrey
    Dec 16, 2020
    0
    A great game with many possibilities. About 20 bosses and a world with underground and sky islands await you. I've already beaten the first boss and am really looking forward to the rest.
  14. Nintendist
    Jun 29, 2022
    0
    this game has a complete frustrating easy-going gameplay. why i feel so frustrating playing these
  15. vrhanley
    May 13, 2020
    10
    The full game on handheld? Love this game on any platform but now on the go? Awesome!
  16. Honest-Review
    May 10, 2023
    10
    I tried playing this game for years. The graphics sucked. The controls irritated me and i just considered it a low budget Minecraft.

    I was very very wrong. The game is stunning once you sink your teeth into it. So much to see and do. So much fun to be had. I am 41 and this was the closet i have felt to child wonder since i was a kid. The controls arnt too bad at all once you get use    I tried playing this game for years. The graphics sucked. The controls irritated me and i just considered it a low budget Minecraft.

    I was very very wrong. The game is stunning once you sink your teeth into it. So much to see and do. So much fun to be had. I am 41 and this was the closet i have felt to child wonder since i was a kid.

    The controls arnt too bad at all once you get use to them. An amazing game. Anyone who says otherwise did not have the patience to get to know this masterpiece.    … Expand
  17. Joes
    Jun 27, 2019
    10
    Excelente juego grandes mecánicas, jefes impresionantes y horas de diversión por delante
    100% recomendado
  18. Vanilladoll
    Jul 21, 2019
    9
    It’s probably not necessary to present Terraria at this point, which is one of the deepest, most satisfying and fun games I’ve played. Not to mention the immense replayability. Now on Switch, you get everything that PC players have got over 8 years of regular updates, for a game so rich in content that you’ll probably still discover things after many months of gameplay. As for theIt’s probably not necessary to present Terraria at this point, which is one of the deepest, most satisfying and fun games I’ve played. Not to mention the immense replayability. Now on Switch, you get everything that PC players have got over 8 years of regular updates, for a game so rich in content that you’ll probably still discover things after many months of gameplay. As for the technical aspect of the port, I am relieved to say that it’s near flawless. Yes the loading times are a bit long at game start, but still not as much as Graveyard Keeoer for instance. And past that it’s a completely seamless experience. The game runs at a steady 60 FPS and the Switch port brings a few truly unique features that make it my favorite version to play. First of all obviously you can play on the go, and also still enjoy the comfort of a big screen at home, but also the developers make great use of the touch screen, You can do everything with the the controller alone, but touch screen makes the experience much smoother. I particularly love the ability to zoom in an out in the world with the pinch.
    I’m conscious that Terraria is on the expensive end of the scale for an indie game, but considering the years of gameplay it offers and the sheer quality of the port, it’s still a bargain, and will probably keep you busy well after you’ve seen everything there has to see from 60$ “AAA” games...
    As is in the old saying, If there’s a game you want to bring on a deserted island, it’s Terraria.    … Expand
  19. JabbaReviews
    Aug 15, 2019
    10
    Terraria on Nintendo Switch, the very world is at your fingertips as you fight for survival, fortune, and glory. Delve deep into cavernous expanses, seek out ever-greater foes to test your mettle in combat, or construct your own city – In the World of Terraria, the choice is yours! Blending elements of classic action games with the freedom of sandbox-style creativity, Terraria is a uniqueTerraria on Nintendo Switch, the very world is at your fingertips as you fight for survival, fortune, and glory. Delve deep into cavernous expanses, seek out ever-greater foes to test your mettle in combat, or construct your own city – In the World of Terraria, the choice is yours! Blending elements of classic action games with the freedom of sandbox-style creativity, Terraria is a unique gaming experience where both the journey and the destination are as unique as the players themselves!

    The first thing I noticed was that I missed the keyboard and mouse. This may be due to me being a big Terraria fan on the PC. This is a game that works better in handheld mode, as the touchscreen has been utilized perfectly.

    Though the touchscreen may not be as useful for more precise building and mining. When using fingers, a magnifying glass will appear to help be more precise. I found I ended up switching between touch and joycons. But the gameplay and core game mechanics are the same, and its still a lot of fun.

    Overall the gameplay is still the same as on other console versions. You can move around and mine. The story and feel of the game are all still there. The added benefit of the touchscreen makes it a lot easier to play then on PS4 or XBOX.

    Currently, Terraria only supports multiplayer through Nintendo online, and not local split-screen. Though we have been promised this is on the horizon. The version released on the Switch is the 1.3.0.7 version, which is behind the console version of 1.3.1. Both are far behind the PC version of 1.4.

    This is a fantastic time waster game. With side-scrolling, touchscreen, building and digging, all in all, a fun game to play. Finally check out our other gaming reviews.    … Expand
  20. RealGamerX4
    Aug 26, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok, lets start:
    - minuses
    1. Its not full 1.3 that in PC or will be ported to Mobile, there is no Tavern Keeper and its own merchandise (you get what im talking about), no gem locks or trick chest;
    2. The initial management settings is not normal, for example the "Jump" function is binded to "ZL", its not comfortable;
    3. While Autosaving the game could freeze or FPS could sags;
    4. No Russian Language;
    5. When you make 2 or more worlds with Crimson and Corruption, while making another world, you couldn't choose between them, and even you make a small world, it will take a long time to create.
    + Pluses
    1. There's a tutorial;
    2. You could bind buttons on any function you want;
    3. The soundtrack mixed from mobile/other consoles editions with PC;
    4. The developers tried to unlock the full potential of Nintendo Switch, such as using touch screen in many different situations;
    5. Switching between the 2 types of scopes: build type and fight type, as i called it could help you;
    6. There's added a difficulty to characters and added a Expert mode.
    And in conclusion we have not so bad port from PC to hybrid console.    … Expand
  21. maruchan
    Oct 29, 2019
    9
    El juego en general es un muy buen juego por la gran cantidad de contenido de este, al principio del juego y en la mitad puede ser algo lento, pero en tema de jefes, musica y objetos equipables el juego es muy entretenido y te puedes hechar una gran cantidad de horas en el.
  22. Swarley74
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    J'y joue sur PC depuis le tout début, j'ai terminé le jeu 8 fois et j'ai voulu tenter l'exp sur switch.
    Le jeu est le même, sans la coop et sans la souris ( qui est vraiment importante pour jouer )
    Mais bordel .. Terraria sur console portable !!!!!
  23. xEnderB0Yx
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Terraria ist immernoch ein Klassiker auf der Switch und wir vorallem wird es auch mit Updates versorgt. Ob im Single- oder Multiplayer das Spiel läuft butterweich und ist ein MUST HAVE für 2D Spiele! Die Bosse Super, doch im Expert mode verdammt schwer. Einfach nur Atemberaubend!
  24. Gamertag77
    May 16, 2020
    10
    The best sandbox un the history, verte recomiendes in a nintendo switch guys
  25. Beto1960
    May 16, 2020
    10
    Un gran juego llega a switch con muchos materiales, armas, cosas que hacer y sobretodo espectaculares jefes
  26. Huhrun
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    terraria are one of my favorite games it has a lot of content, there are mechanisms, a lot of bosses from difficult to easy, the complexity of the game through the passage with the addition of new mobs true, the last update was less large-scale than I expected, but it's not terrible, although it was added a good NPC mechanics and pylons.
  27. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    6
    I gave this a shot back when people wouldn't stop talking about it, and I thought it was just okay.

    That opinion hasn't changed.
  28. Sabito7966
    Feb 17, 2022
    9
    Very impressed.

    Since the studio who handle the port changed the game got even better. Performance is amazing, didn't notice any fps drop, ever. Control are a bit hard to get used to but they aren't bad and the customization for those was pushed very far. The Switch version is pretty amazing and Terraria aged very well. My only complaint is that the Switch version update is a bit behind    Very impressed.

    Since the studio who handle the port changed the game got even better. Performance is amazing, didn't notice any fps drop, ever.

    Control are a bit hard to get used to but they aren't bad and the customization for those was pushed very far. The Switch version is pretty amazing and Terraria aged very well. My only complaint is that the Switch version update is a bit behind PC and that we don't have to wait too long to match the PC version. I definitely recommend this game.    … Expand
  29. Lil_noggin
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    Great! Open world game to me! It's like Minecraft but it has a lot more content and bosses and I like how the progress of battle gets harder as you play and it's really cool how there is multiple difficulties for your character and your world and they have special world seeds but it's also really hard especially for new people

Awards & Rankings

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#49 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#57 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
85
#85 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. LevelUp
    Oct 3, 2019
    85
    Collect, build, fight and customize your world in Terraria. There are dozens of items, materials, weapons and armors you can craft, as well as dangerous foes you will have to defeat if you want to get the best loot. Go solo or join your friends online and create the world you’ve always wanted to live in.
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  2. NintendoWorldReport
    Aug 12, 2019
    80
    I believe 505 Games did an excellent job porting Terraria to the Switch and made the most of the buttons, triggers, and joysticks at their disposal. but after so many hours of playing with mouse and keyboard, it is hard to adjust. Though, being able to play Terraria from the comfort of my bed may be worth the effort.
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  3. Pure Nintendo
    Aug 6, 2019
    70
    That Terraria continues to receive ports to new systems is a testament to the game’s playability. It continues to attract new fans while prompting long-time players to double- and even triple-dip. I don’t think you need the Switch version if you’re already set up on your other gaming system(s) of preference (especially at the current price). If the Switch is your only option, however, it’s good enough for us to offer a recommendation. Let’s just hope the developers manage to dig up and build couch co-op before night falls again.
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