Bit.Trip Fate

 Wii
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Jan 13, 2011
    79
    It's not a bad game by any means. Fans of the series will still enjoy it but don't expect the same insane difficulty that makes the other games so engrossing.
  2. Gamer Limit
    Jan 13, 2011
    80
    Bit.Trip FATE is another great entry into Gaijin Games' stellar Wii-Ware series only held back by an unbalanced difficulty level.
  3. Vandal
    Jan 3, 2011
    90
    They have done it again. Bit.Trip Fate is a completely new twist in the series, a fifth entry which shows freshness and almost no links with previous games.
  5. Games Master UK
    Dec 29, 2010
    73
    A gentler game. [Jan 2011, p.92]
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  6. Multiplayer.it
    Dec 28, 2010
    78
    It's amazing how a simple, new idea is capable to reverse a solid and structured type of gameplay, but Gaijin is skilled in this process. Although not as balanced and enjoyable as "Runner", Bit.Trip Fate is a compelling audio-visual experience in perfect Gaijin-style.
  7. Nintendo Gamer
    Dec 23, 2010
    60
    Not the best Bit.Trip we've played but a worthy - and different - addition to the series. [Issue#56, p.75]
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  8. Eurogamer
    Dec 22, 2010
    60
    One day, Gaijin Games might make it possible for mortals to play its games, but until then Fate is one you're probably best off spectating rather than getting smashed up by.
  9. GameZone
    Dec 22, 2010
    70
    FATE is a wonderful example of game mechanics, visuals, and level design orchestrated into a cohesive experience. Regrettably, that experience is also very short and anticlimactic. BIT.TRIP FATE isn't my favorite entry in the series, but it is an incredibly unique shooter that is enjoyable while it lasts.
  10. Joystiq
    Dec 22, 2010
    80
    The music in Fate is dark, ominous, and really cool.
  11. Metro GameCentral
    Dec 22, 2010
    70
    WiiWare's most consistent series of downloads returns with a unique take on the 2D shooter and the most literal on-the-rails action ever.
  12. NintendoWorldReport
    Dec 22, 2010
    70
    Bit.Trip Fate is, sadly, one of the weakest entries in the Bit.Trip series.
  13. The A.V. Club
    Dec 22, 2010
    91
    Fate is much more frantic than its modest graphics might suggest.
  14. Cheat Code Central
    Oct 27, 2010
    86
    Fate is another solid entry in the series just watch out for those insane boss battles.
  15. Nintendo Life
    Oct 25, 2010
    90
    There's absolutely no denying that BIT.TRIP FATE is a radical departure from the platforming romp of the previous release, BIT.TRIP RUNNER, but gamers who put in the time to come to grips with the slightly more in-depth controls will likely find it every bit as engaging.

Awards & Rankings

42
#42 Best Wii Game of 2010
75
#75 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2010

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. BlogDog123
    May 25, 2011
    9
    This game is a game I couldn't stop playing. I was drawn in by retro-style visuals, brilliant soundtrack, and great challenges. And the wayThis game is a game I couldn't stop playing. I was drawn in by retro-style visuals, brilliant soundtrack, and great challenges. And the way the announcer roars what level of shooting you're at? Brilliant!… Full Review »
  2. fjo3
    Mar 8, 2011
    9
    If you like "on-rails" shooters, this is a great game. If you hate this genre of games, you will hate this game, and stop reading this reviewIf you like "on-rails" shooters, this is a great game. If you hate this genre of games, you will hate this game, and stop reading this review now. Overall this is my 2nd favorite Bit.Trip game, and is a ton of fun. It is definitely a difficult game, but I keep coming back for more because of the addicting simplicity of it, combined with the brilliant soundtrack.

    This is honestly the most casual of the Bit.Trip games. You can just take it easy and blast everything out of existence without much trouble on the first several levels, though boss fights are challenging (enough). The powerups are excellent, and I feel like this is the most rewarding of all the Bit.Trip games when it comes to replay value. Unless you dislike challenging games, I strongly recommend this one    … Full Review »
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