Wandersong

 Switch
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Gameblog.fr
    Nov 2, 2018
    70
    Wandersong is a colorful musical platformer which does not bet everything on its technical element, but delivers a cheerful fable along its ten hour run. However, its non-existent challenge will reserve it to short sessions only. But thanks to its cheerful cast of well-written characters, Wandersong let the player enjoy nothing but good feelings, thanks to the ever so-satisfying power of music.
  2. Game Informer
    Oct 23, 2018
    70
    Ridiculous gags involving our well-meaning hero experiencing caffeine for the first time or arguing with a bitter old granny to get her to teach him a song put a smile on my face. However, the gameplay distracts from these whimsical delights instead of complementing them. I walked away from my time with Wandersong having enjoyed the story beats and being charmed by both the world and its characters, but I wish I had more fun actually playing it.
  3. Gaming Age
    Oct 9, 2018
    67
    If there’s one thing that could have taken this from alright to great, the game could have treated its mechanic as an actual puzzle instead of a gimmick. More Zelda-style instrument playing than Moonwalker-inspired song and dance.
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  1. The Jimquisition
    Sep 28, 2018
    Wandersong is a lovely little game about singing and saving the world. Bright, colorful, and utterly cute, I’m personally enjoying the heck out of it.

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#72 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#92 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 49
  3. Negative: 6 out of 49
  1. Droozlex
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Do you like
    -Undertale?
    -The Vanishing of Ethan Carter? -What Remains of Edith Finch? Then you will LOVE Wandersong! To begin, this    Do you like
    -Undertale?
    -The Vanishing of Ethan Carter?
    -What Remains of Edith Finch?
    Then you will LOVE Wandersong!

    To begin, this game is a instant masterpiece, it grabs you in straight away with it's charm! And it never hits a low note: "no pun intended". The art is simple, the music is relaxing, and the characters are wonderful, there is a side character for everyone to LOVE!    … Full Review »
  2. KOROEGG
    Nov 8, 2020
    10
    This, this game, is my favorite switch game of all time. I love this games writing, humor, art style, soundtrack, everything. This game is oneThis, this game, is my favorite switch game of all time. I love this games writing, humor, art style, soundtrack, everything. This game is one of the most, if not, the most charming game I've ever played and I'm glad that it was my 99th game on my video game shelf.… Full Review »
  3. Landenwin
    Apr 25, 2020
    10
    I think this game is incredible. The dialogue is funny and well written. The characters are unique and interesting, and the story is veryI think this game is incredible. The dialogue is funny and well written. The characters are unique and interesting, and the story is very cool, with many twists as you go along. The gameplay is really fun and had me engaged the entire time. The puzzles are all very fun to go through and solve. I think this game is definitely a must-play.… Full Review »
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