The Swapper

 Xbox One
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92

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews What's this?

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 52 Ratings

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  • Summary: The Swapper features a unique art style that uses real-world clay-models and found objects to create an explorable space station realised in unique detail; gameplay sees players swap between different bodies to achieve otherwise impossible tasks. The game has won awards from IndieCade,The Swapper features a unique art style that uses real-world clay-models and found objects to create an explorable space station realised in unique detail; gameplay sees players swap between different bodies to achieve otherwise impossible tasks. The game has won awards from IndieCade, Develop and Freeplay, and been a finalist in many more.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Pure Xbox
    May 28, 2015
    100
    Few games fully realize their potential. Thankfully The Swapper is able to execute all of its ideas. The challenging and thought-provoking puzzles are only outdone by the rich narrative which will stay in your mind well after the credits roll. The Swapper is a masterpiece that needs to be experienced.
  2. MondoXbox
    Jun 2, 2015
    92
    A stunning puzzle-platform adventure, which couples great mechanics and smart puzzles to a very intriguing and adult story. Definitely one of the best indie (and maybe overall too) games on Xbox One so far.
  3. XGN
    Jul 8, 2015
    90
    The Swapper is definitely one of the best puzzle games you can get on Xbox One. The puzzles are challenging, the space station looks amazing and it never gets boring.
  4. DarkStation
    Aug 6, 2015
    90
    Initially, The Swapper only managed to gain my curiosity, but as I progressed further through the game, I began to realize I was playing something special.
  5. Level7.nu
    Aug 26, 2015
    90
    The Swapper is an unique experience. The mindswapping puzzles are challenging, but never to an impossible extent. While rather short, the minimalistic story telling and overall mood of the game will make you return for more.
  6. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Aug 17, 2015
    90
    One of the best indie titles since Limbo. [Sept 2015, p.98]

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  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. socerbal94
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    Beautiful graphics and score. Gameplay is amazing. Puzzles are simple.... once you have figured them out. Great sci fi storyline.Beautiful graphics and score. Gameplay is amazing. Puzzles are simple.... once you have figured them out. Great sci fi storyline. Girlfriend friendly...… Expand
  2. SileSixEcho
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    Who gives this amazing game such low scores? It's obviously not a 92er but still it deserves much better than a low 6 user score. GreatWho gives this amazing game such low scores? It's obviously not a 92er but still it deserves much better than a low 6 user score. Great atmosphere, intelligent puzzeling and good presentation. I guess this is just too much to handle for trigger-happy xboners.… Expand
  4. xdlonix13x
    Sep 20, 2015
    8
    Initially I was a bit skeptical of this game and really had no idea what to expect. One of the best compliments that I can give to it is thatInitially I was a bit skeptical of this game and really had no idea what to expect. One of the best compliments that I can give to it is that it is not easily defined. If you are looking for a game that is outside the box and that is going to make you have to think about what you are doing while tossing in some puzzling mind games instead of sitting on the couch aiming down the sights of guns for hours on end, then this is for you. Don't misunderstand me....I enjoy FPS's as much as the next person...however, this game is in a completely different realm. A score of 92 it is not. Worth the price of admission it very much is.… Expand
  5. siphus007
    May 30, 2018
    8
    Well made puzzle game with an intriguing philosophical touch. I don't play many puzzle games, but if I do, a memorable story is a huge plus.Well made puzzle game with an intriguing philosophical touch. I don't play many puzzle games, but if I do, a memorable story is a huge plus. The Swapper thankfully spends some quality time developing a narrative, slowly and methodically exploring some interesting concepts behind the scenes. But really, the puzzles and gameplay is the most memorable. Filled with puzzles that challenge you and occasionally stump you for a short while, they give lots of satisfaction and diversity and are well worth the 6 hour playthrough. The ambient music, voice acting, and atmosphere are very technically sound. The ending is a bit anticlimactic, which keeps this from soaring to a 9, but I definitely do suggest it for puzzle and philosophy fans.… Expand
  6. Broyax
    Sep 15, 2017
    1
    Il est frais mon petit indé, il est frais ! il est en 2D, c'est normal, c'est un inD ! Mais on ne va pas faire la fine bouche, enfin pas trop,Il est frais mon petit indé, il est frais ! il est en 2D, c'est normal, c'est un inD ! Mais on ne va pas faire la fine bouche, enfin pas trop, on a vu bien pire dans le sous-genre des indés à la petite semaine et puis t'as vu, c'est fluide en 1080pet.

    Et la musique est jolie dans son genre ambient mais finit malgré tout par filer la migraine. Le "gameplay" est responsable également puisque sponsorisé par Aspro et Doliprane : en effet, l'approche casse-tête casse-burnes dont la configuration vous fait errer dans un labyrinthe de psychopathe avec les contraintes à lumière bleue ou rouge qui t'empêchent de cloner tranquillement.

    Ces cloneries deviennent rapidement enquiquinantes pour ne pas dire plus, le principe moisi se noie dans son caractère répétitif et son "histoire" (?) ou plutôt son enrobage assez pathétique. Le développeur porte en tout cas bien son nom, prémonitoire sans doute (facepalm... lol) et on ne peut que les encourager à aller se faire encloner ailleurs.    … Expand