Xeodrifter

 Switch
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Feb 20, 2018
    85
    It plays great, it’s hard to beat but addicting. There’s enough content to enjoy looking for, and I honestly think that it’s a well-designed game for what it is. It’s small, and uses a lot of the same enemies, but that’s a huge nitpick on what I think is a great game. It reminded me of why certain enemies are designed the way they are, like how Super Mario Bros. certain enemies act against Mario’s primary form of mobility, jumping, by also jumping. Xeodrifter adopts this mentality, by putting upgrades in places that have challenges preceding them, and with enemies that are supposed to get in the way of how the space explorer plays. I recommend it if this sounds like an experience you’d like to try.
  2. Nintendojo
    Mar 23, 2018
    75
    Xeodrifter certainly won’t be for everyone. The title harkens back to the days of 8-Bit gaming in not only its graphics, but also its approach to difficulty. The challenge is certainly steep, but the accompanying sense of accomplishment should please many old school purists.
  3. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Feb 23, 2018
    75
    Overall, Xeodrifter is a blast. It’s a simple game that is held up by its unique upgrades, great music, and brilliantly crafted exploration-based gameplay. If you’ve got an extra $10 lying around, I highly recommend Atooi’s latest Switch release.

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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 26
  3. Negative: 7 out of 26
  1. AllySky
    Jan 14, 2019
    0
    Floaty controls, slow bullets and no sense of direction makes for a bad game. I got this game for two bucks and I still feel ripped off. YouFloaty controls, slow bullets and no sense of direction makes for a bad game. I got this game for two bucks and I still feel ripped off. You want a good Metroid clone, pick up Axiom Verge instead.… Full Review »
  2. Corificness
    Apr 28, 2019
    2
    This game was terrible. They start you off with 4 worlds to choose from but only one way you can really go since the other levels need aThis game was terrible. They start you off with 4 worlds to choose from but only one way you can really go since the other levels need a certain item/ability to continue through. Unfortunately, this level puts you against an overly difficult boss right off the bat. So hard, that you often wonder if you are on the wrong planet. After finally beating that boss, you get thrown in to even more crazy hard areas. Not only was it unforgiving with difficulty, but the lack of any real direction given made the game just not fun. Given the poor graphics, I can't recommend this metroidvania style game. You're much better off with Hollow Knight or Chasm if you're trying to scratch that itch.… Full Review »
  3. chosen0ne
    Sep 22, 2021
    7
    It's a simple and cute metroidvania. I enjoyed it. Fun if you want a simple go at a popular genre. It's great to get on sale.
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