Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Nov 28, 2018
    90
    Windjammers is something I never thought I wanted until I played it. Having spent a decent amount of time on it across PS4 and Vita, I’m glad to have yet another indie I played often available on the Switch through such a great port.
  2. Nov 21, 2018
    75
    It plays wonderfully, is immensely fun, and is stuffed with ’90s arcade fun. There are even a couple of extra minigames to fool around with, too, when not engaging in local or online multiplayer. The single-player mode might be a bit weak, but that should in no way deter anyone from buying Windjammers. It’s yet another excellent addition to the Switch library!
  3. Nov 12, 2018
    90
    Windjammers was a lot of fun on Neo Geo and it’s still fun now on the Nintendo Switch. While I had some minor problems at first using the Joy-cons to make precise curve shots, it’s not to hard to adapt and soon you’ll be throwing the disc every which way on demand. Once you’ve mastered the controls and have gone through Arcade Mode over and over again, grab some friends and have them join in on the fun.
  4. Nov 3, 2018
    75
    Simple, direct, addictive, but above all fun are just some of the adjectives that come to mind when I think of Windjammers. A title that retains its freshness despite having been launched more than two decades ago. Although it does not innovate, this is a game that is suitable for all types of players.
  5. Nov 3, 2018
    80
    Windjammers is a fun and fantastic multiplayer arcade game and the Nintendo Switch version takes advantage of that strength.
  6. Oct 29, 2018
    90
    Windjammers is one of the finest co-op games in any genre, and it remains as essential now as it was back in 1994.
  7. 85
    At its core, Windjammers is an addictive, colorful, and vibrant experience that is worth investing time and effort in. The online could be better, but this is a great, faithful port of the 1994 original updated to today’s standards. It’s definitely worth a look for both local multiplayer and retro enthusiasts alike.
  8. Oct 25, 2018
    90
    It’s great to see more gamers have the chance to try out the once forgotten arcade gem Windjammers for themselves. The game strikes that perfect balance of simplicity and depth featuring action so fast-paced and on the edge of your seat, you’ll have a tough time putting the controller down. Best of all though, it manages to make playing with a Frisbee look cool, and any game that can accomplish that is okay in my book.
  9. Oct 24, 2018
    90
    Windjammers serves as a reminder you don’t have to make games with super flashy graphics or complex gameplay in order to stand out and be fun. At its core, Windjammers is a very basic game, but that’s likely part of why it has captured a cult following over the past 20 years. Now it finds a home on the Nintendo Switch, and I couldn’t think of a better place for it. Time to dust off those discs and prepare for glory.
  10. 80
    As one of the better head-to-head titles on Switch, it is perfect for some quick rounds when you and a friend have a few minutes to spare. It’s also deep enough for longer, more intense sessions. Windjammers is a surprisingly simple yet deliciously fun game, and if it’s multiplayer you’re looking for, this title belongs in your collection.
  11. Oct 23, 2018
    80
    Despite the passing of the decades the core gameplay still manages to entertain, and the 2D visuals have likewise stood the test of time rather well. The bone of contention remains the single-player side of things; if you're playing alone, you'll get bored relatively quickly. However, with online play and easy-to-configure local multiplayer, there's plenty of scope to embrace the game's true USP: two-player action.
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Dec 30, 2020
    8
    I'm not docking points for anything, it just isn't a 10 game but it is a great fun 2 player. As much fun as Mario Tennis Aces but lessI'm not docking points for anything, it just isn't a 10 game but it is a great fun 2 player. As much fun as Mario Tennis Aces but less polished and more user friendly. It's a great 2p gane and well worth £13. It hits £6 in the sale and totally worth that price.

    Imagine Pong reimagined and mixed with a bit of frisbee and tennis and you're pretty close.
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  2. Apr 7, 2020
    8
    Es un juego muy entretenido que jugaba de pequeño, esta conversión a switch es muy buena. Lo recomiendo
  3. Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Excellent game!
    Well worth playing and highly addictive. Great on switch. Can’t wait for the sequel.