Freedom Planet

 Wii U
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Nov 17, 2015
    90
    Freedom Planet may have started out as an attempt to recreate Sonic, but it stands on its own as a great platformer.
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 4, 2015
    90
    When it all boils down, Freedom Planet is the best Sonic the Hedgehog game I’ve played in years.
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Nov 30, 2015
    85
    If Sega isn't going to deliver the classic Sonic follow-up that old-school fans have been clamoring for, then at least Galaxy Trail is ready to step in. [Issue #18 – November/December 2015, p.19]
    All this publication's reviews
  5. FNintendo
    Nov 19, 2015
    80
    One might feel tempted to mistake Freedom Planet for a copy of Sonic The Hedgehog but that would be tremendously unfair for this work from GalaxyTrail. Its fun and precise gameplay mechanics, along with a wide amount of content and very original levels will bring hours of 2D fun which will resonate particularly well with 16-bit platforming enthusiasts. Were the mixture between action and platforming be more balanced and the boss fights less burdensome on the player and this would become an instant landmark of indie games.
  6. Brash Games
    Nov 8, 2015
    80
    It’s a tremendous amount of fun and a very rare example of a Sonic style game that actually works.
  7. Nintendo Life
    Oct 4, 2015
    80
    If you enjoy platformers but never got into Sonic games, give this one a shot – you might find yourself pleasantly surprised.
  8. We Got This Covered
    Oct 1, 2015
    80
    Freedom Planet provides a great mix of nostalgic aesthetics and fine-tuned platforming gameplay, resulting in a memorable indie title that should not be passed up.

Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best Wii U Game of 2015
15
#15 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2015
22
#22 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2015

User Reviews

All reviews »
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 72 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 72
  3. Negative: 7 out of 72
  1. Frontrider
    Oct 13, 2015
    9
    If you're looking for something like a sonic game, than you'll get it for your money. Its the real essence of those games.
    If you played    If you're looking for something like a sonic game, than you'll get it for your money. Its the real essence of those games.
    If you played sonic in the past, but haven't played any for a long time, but you want to pick it up again, than its the perfect game for you.

    I'll give -1 for one reason:
    The team decided to go full text on the narrative, even tough its clear that they are capable of more.    … Full Review »
  2. NascarNerdAC
    Oct 11, 2015
    10
    Mmmmmm I smell another Wii U hidden gem. The game was already fantastic on PC, but topped with fantastic controls on Wii U and Wii UMmmmmm I smell another Wii U hidden gem. The game was already fantastic on PC, but topped with fantastic controls on Wii U and Wii U exclusive free DLC coming (in the form of an entirely new playable character), this is by far the best version of the game to buy. If you loved the classic Sonic games, then I have good news for you: this game is basically a classic sonic game but much much better. It's the true Sonic 4, but on steroids. If you own a Wii U, then this game is a must-have, and is absolutely worth the $15 and then some!

    PROS:
    +Fantastic level design
    +Stellar (and hella catchy) music
    +Fun gameplay this is different for each character
    +Never gets repetitive
    +Beautiful and detailed graphics design

    CONS:
    +VERY difficult boss fights

    OVERALL: 10/10. Despite the difficult boss fights, the game is unbelievably fun. The attention to detail that was put into this game truly has paid off big time.    … Full Review »
  3. unclomz
    Oct 4, 2015
    10
    Hnads down the best 2d platformer I have played this year.
    I mean that entertainment wise.
    I love a platformer that allows you to explore or    Hnads down the best 2d platformer I have played this year.
    I mean that entertainment wise.
    I love a platformer that allows you to explore or go at sonic yes i said sonic speed.
    Decent graphics very entertaining boss fights.
    I need to shut up but if you like 2d platformers ou will like this game end of.    … Full Review »
See all user reviews »