The Banner Saga 1

 Switch
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Cubed3
    Jul 16, 2018
    70
    Yes, combat wise, The Banner Saga does nothing new, but it does the basics very well, and the difficulty is well-judged for the most part. Clunky and poorly-explained HUD aside, this is a worthy addition to most Switch libraries, and fans don't have long to wait until The Banner Saga 3 is also released.
  2. FNintendo
    Jun 16, 2018
    70
    The Banner Saga is short but that does not stand on its way from being a fine tactical game with a very challenging combat system and plot options which can lead to some very surprising outcomes. Its marvelous visual environment helps it stand out and the characters will prove quite challenging to manage, even if the narrative could be presented in a more interesting way.
  3. Metro GameCentral
    May 22, 2018
    70
    Some of the most difficult decision-making in gaming, both tactically and morally, but occasional rough edges betray the game’s small budget and short development time.

Awards & Rankings

86
#86 Best Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 65 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 65
  3. Negative: 7 out of 65
  1. HarrySatschel
    Nov 1, 2018
    10
    I absolutely love this game. It is a fantastic turn based tactical strategy game with a fantastic story. It is relatively short for my likelyI absolutely love this game. It is a fantastic turn based tactical strategy game with a fantastic story. It is relatively short for my likely when taken on its own. However, when played as a part of the trilogy, the entire experience has plenty to offer… Full Review »
  2. weasleye
    May 21, 2018
    8
    This is the most accessible version of this game. I have been having a blast revisiting the series via switch on my commute into work and onThis is the most accessible version of this game. I have been having a blast revisiting the series via switch on my commute into work and on the go. no lag, good quality of life features for switch, my favorite being the ability to zoom in and out to enjoy the artwork while in game.… Full Review »
  3. DinboNomad2z2
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    This game absolutely blows it out of the park with their story telling and old disney style art direction. I would have given this game 10/10This game absolutely blows it out of the park with their story telling and old disney style art direction. I would have given this game 10/10 if Banner Saga 3 was actually playable. Banner Saga 3 being literally abandoned(Game crash, save lost, bugged UI for the entierely of it's release still as I'm writing this) makes the repeatability of this game 0 as I can no longer play through the series using 1 save.… Full Review »
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