The Swapper

 Xbox One
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic 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. 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.
  5. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Aug 17, 2015
    90
    One of the best indie titles since Limbo. [Sept 2015, p.98]
  6. 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.
  7. 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.

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 52 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 52
  3. Negative: 8 out of 52
  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...… Full Review »
  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.… Full Review »
  3. 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.… Full Review »
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