FNintendo's Scores

  • Games
For 1,304 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 30% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 62% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 10.5 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 64
Highest review score: 100 Bayonetta 2
Lowest review score: 10 Chimpuzzle Pro
Score distribution:
1304 game reviews
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Okami HD brings back a classic from the previous decade on a remastered version that fits perfectly with the Nintendo Switch. Thanks to its absolutely marvelous visuals, gameplay mechanics and gaming environment, Okami HD is without a doubt something that most Switch players will enjoy and which could have gone even further if its mechanics were used to the full of their potential and the minigames were more enjoyable.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The End is Nigh is an extremely difficult but well-designed challenge, one which will be sought after by those who enjoy games where the challenge level doesn't stop rising and where level design is refined. While the ending of each chapter may be less climatic than thought, The End is Nigh is a piece of gaming that is worthy of every attention.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Joggernauts is an extremely challenging and at the same time, accessible work which will prove to be immediately absorbing for any players - with emphasis on the plural - who grab a Joy-Con and jump into it. Recommended to all who are looking for a fun effort with a different but nevertheless welcoming gameplay.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mechstermination Force is a fun and demanding game based entirely on boss rushes that will provide a series of tough and enjoyable moments to any players who are looking for a difficult but rewarding experience and to all those who are motivated to pursue a good challenge.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Timespinner is a Metroidvania-style game that displays some obvious 16-bit inspirations along with a marvelous visual environment. Fans of the style will be delighted and while it is not the most content-packed or longest game ever made, Timespinner knows when to draw the line and offers a good amount of exploration that doesn't force itself for too long, the result is an interesting game that is more than worthy of attention.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Splatoon 2 takes what made the original such a remarkable game and improves it in nearly every way: the campaign mode is better, so is the audiovisual environment, the gameplay does not lose a single trace of appeal and the local multiplayer works wonders. While the online multiplayer experience could be better and the campaign's ending feels a bit disappointing, Splatoon 2 has earned its place in Nintendo's refreshing series.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Velocity 2X brings a very high-paced shooter with platforming elements to the Nintendo Switch and one which manages to both welcome new players and put up a significant challenge to veteran players. Thanks to its fun gameplay mechanics, non-linear levels in the most advanced stages of the game and overall variety of the game experience, Velocity 2X is another welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Starlink: Battle for Atlas is an ambitious action and exploration game for the Nintendo Switch that brings with it an array of toys which will be required to fully unlock every element in the game. Featuring a great degree of customisation, lengthy exploration and even the presence of Nintendo’s own Fox McCloud, its visual environment feels like a bit of a let down and the overall cost to obtain everything will be higher than for other games but this is certainly an interesting and worthy adventure to engage with.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight Showdown builds on the legacy of the series and even adds to it a story/campaign mode, something worthy of praise. Anyone looking for intense, fun hours with friends has something here that will please everyone, thanks to the use of its different gameplay mechanics and game rules.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Original in its mechanics and fostering creative solutions when it comes to puzzle solving, Waking Violet also features an original visual artwork and design. A game that puzzle fans are certain to enjoy, Waking Violet is a very welcome addition to the ever growing Nintendo Switch library.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Telling Lies is not like most other games and while many could have easily ruled out games that make use of Full Motion Video, this work does a remarkable job at it. Thanks to its plot, a great actors' performance and good implementation of a touch-screen control system, Telling Lies will reward those players who will invest the necessary time and concentration to follow the game's plot.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Project Zero: Maiden of Black Water is a beautifully-crafted horror game that makes use of a perfect formula of fear and stress to immerse the player into its atmosphere. One of the best horror games in recent times and a compulsory element in the collection of anyone willing to be plunged into a world of fear where they have nothing to rely on other than their wits and a camera.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Child of Light is nothing short of a delight of appealing mechanics and marvelous artistic component, set to enchant those looking for a charming RPG. Its storylines could use some additional development, as well as more tasks outside the plot’s line, but this remains a solid choice.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation, the final chapter in Fire Emblem's new trilogy closes the history of this new opus and provides a very sharp gameplay with a marvelous visual environment. Players who are looking forward to a rich and well-crafted plot, though, might find themselves disappointed, as Revelation rather stands out in the gameplay front and its new scenarios end up falling behind expectations.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    La-Mulana 2 is a sequel that improves on the legacy of its predecessor in nearly every single way and which brings an overall improved Metroidvania experience to the Nintendo Switch. Its difficulty level may get frustrating sometimes but dedicated players will be duly rewarded by the effort they put into it, and with its charming 16-bit era visual world, wonderful soundtrack and entertaining plot and dialogues, La-Mulana 2 will certainly appeal to most players out there.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The World Ends With You makes its premier on a home console and this Nintendo Switch version is certainly filled with elements that should attract any player's attention, from its dynamic combat system to its art style and fluid gameplay...as long as it's played on the Switch as a handheld, since the use of the conventional control system brings some interactivity problems and turns a fluid gameplay into something more clunky than it is acceptable. Regardless of that, this version of The World Ends With You is without doubt a very welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bringing LEGO City Underground to the Nintendo Switch four years after the game's original release is not without its risks but the result is overwhelmingly positive. This is a game that carries out a smooth transition to its new format and which keeps a very fun campaign and featuring content that will keep the players entertained for a long time.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty is a competent port of a fun, creative and original game which despite its almost 20 years of age, still holds on today. There are occasional bugs which should be corrected but the experience is overall marvelous and a very good example of how to blend a 2D platformer with puzzle-solving challenges.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game remains addictive, especially in its cartography system, and its contents will keep the most demanding players entertained for nearly 50 hours. While its plot and characters end up falling for the usual JRPG clichés and the restaurant management system is hardly the most exciting feature, this remains a fine game whose shortcomings are minimized by its all its redeeming qualities.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Thanks to its sense of humour, character creation tool and multiplayer mode, this easily becomes one of the best indie games available on the Nintendo Switch and something that can provide many hours of fun to one, and especially two players.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    LEGO DC Super-Villains brings the Lego series back to a Nintendo console and it goes without saying that this is a very welcome return. Thanks to a fun and comical plot, a high number of characters to choose from and major technical progress, LEGO DC Super-Villains keeps the overall quality of the Lego series while adding to it some much needed updating and renovation.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Embers of Mirrim is a surprising platformer in the Switch catalog that proposes to the players a very own atmosphere and a wide variety of ideas in the gameplay mechanics. While there are some frustrating elements in the mix, the overall experience is very rewarding and Embers of Mirrim is without any doubt a recommended game for any fan of platform games with a strong puzzle component.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    ICEY successfully joins 2D platforms, RPG elements and some amazing combat moments. Thanks to its humour-filled narration and to a fluid an intense combat system and marvelous visual environment, Icey manages to stand out in a very good way within the Nintendo Switch catalogue. While its lifespan could certainly be longer, the game's humorous interactions help offsetting this flaw.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Disgaea 4 Complete+ picks up the fourth chapter of the Disgaea series and treats it to additional content across every level. If the plot is not the finest ever written, that matters less when looking at the immense amount of content and possibilities of growth that come with this version. Thanks to a ludicrous amount of things to do, Disgaea 4 Complete+ is a marvelous option for fans of the series and for those who enjoy a good tactical RPG.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle brings seven historic Capcom beat 'em up games to the Nintendo Switch in a collection that acts as a retrospect of the genre. The games are accurately portrayed and feature an enjoyable cooperative multiplayer but the online component displays some problems and the game feels limited in its audio and visual options. Nevertheless, this is an impressive collection of beat 'em up classics, both for fans and new players.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Legend of Dark Witch is a fun and very challenging shooting game which picks up a healthy amount of ideas from classic titles. Despite occasional camera flaws and a somewhat repetitive level design, this is an experience that is set to appeal to a crowd which takes great pleasure in shooting down enemies.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This game features a wide amount of content and a very challenging gameplay which is certain to keep players busy for some time. However, it's very difficult to understand why this game is exclusively released on the eShop of the New 3DS, as its visual environment does not seem to justify this decision.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Warlock's Tower may look simple but beneath this exterior lies a very challenging puzzle game that although not the most original, has a very well thought main mechanic and features a quality level design and a very well implemented difficulty level that fits perfectly with the player's advance in the game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Northgard on the Nintendo Switch may be an indie game but that doesn't mean it's not an ambitious work. On the contrary, this immense real-time strategy game offers an almost endless value with its colossal exploration and empire-building mechanics and with an exquisite presentation and a perfectly crafted handheld experience, Northgard is essential for everyone who likes a good, enveloping RTS and anyone beyond that circle as well.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's difficult for a port to reach the level of the original, more so when the original is for a more advanced system, but Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World does just that. Even if it doesn't introduce groundbreaking elements compared to the original game behind it, this platforming gem does everything we can expect and more thanks to its marvelous graphics, challenging nature and lifespan.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is a surprising and unlikely game - or perhaps surprisingly unlikely, as it offers fun and engaging combats, a good variety of characters and abilities to choose from and a series of mechanics that will make many players interested in a tactical turn-based RPG crossover featuring Mario and the Raving Rabbids. Upon realizing all this, the most pressing question would be: why hasn't anybody thought of this before?
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Thanks to a mystery-laden plot that drip-feeds the main elements to the player on a pace that's just enough to keep the senses sharp, World End Syndrome's high quality writing and beautiful visual environment only help making this a recommended experience to everyone who likes a good mystery.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Alien on the Run may resemble a typical low-budget production to be released on a digital format but the simple package in which it comes does a great job at disguising what lies beneath: a very addictive game that features a stunning visual presentation and remarkable level design.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pawarumi joins the ranks of 2D shoot'em ups on the Nintendo Switch and brings a 'rock, paper, scissors' system to its gameplay mechanics, a laudable feature which makes the game involving and gives it a tough, demanding difficulty level (sometimes too high, it should be said). Pawarumi is full of personality and any fans of 2D shooters will feel more than satisfied with this new effort on the Nintendo Switch.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pokkén Tournament DX builds on the original game and improves it in a way that is not revolutionary but gives enough reasons to feature on a good Nintendo Switch collection. Thanks to its simple combat system, an improved visual performance and online multiplayer, Pokkén Tournament DX is the ultimate form of this fighting game that throws Pokémon against each other.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Old Man's Journey is an interesting work with a captivating plot and a magnificent visual component that will immerse its players in a unique experience. Its lifespan may feel too short but the quality of the game's design and the challenges presented will be more than welcome by the players and make Old Man's Journey a game that has gained its place in the growing catalog of the Nintendo Switch.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fight'N Rage has a name that suggests an old school beat'em-up and that's exactly what it is, a tribute to some of the classic names of this dimension of gaming that was so popular in decades past. But that's not the only thing that Fight'N Rage gets right - its gameplay mechanics amount of content, different endings and top notch audiovisual environment all contribute to make this one classic-style beat'em-up that is worthy to enter the Nintendo Switch of any fan of the style.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    As far as puzzle games on the Nintendo Switch go, Deru: The Art of Cooperation is without a doubt among the most original and enjoyable. With its minimalist atmosphere, innovative puzzle design and cooperation system that makes its two-player component a star, this is the kind of game that is certain to become an instant hit with puzzle games fans.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Fall Part 2: Unbound brings back the point and click genre to a game with a captivating plot that features characters with distinct personalities and a series of puzzles that will make players wonder how they could not solve them before. While the control system could use some improvements, Unbound is an overall involving experience that will strike a chord with many players out there.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Atelier Meruru DX is the third installment of the Atelier series and can very well be considered the best of the trilogy thanks to the game's greater emphasis on the alchemy aspect of gameplay and the rich variety of characters, which help its plot become the most enjoyable of the three games.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    KORG DSN-12 goes one step beyond its predecessor and takes synthesizing for the 3DS into a more advanced line. The result is a more complex effort, less accessible for newcomers to the genre, but very rewarding for those willing to invest some time and energy into this next generation of music software for Nintendo's handheld.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Donkey Kong Adventure is a very welcome expansion to the Mario + Rabbids universe and even if it is not the most ambitious expansion of all time, what it adds to the main game in terms of three marvelous characters and the variety of enemies and goals that come along with them is more than enough to make any fans of the original game fully satisfied with this additional element.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem: Three Houses arrived on the Nintendo Switch with the mission to become the ultimate experience of that name and while it may not outshine all its predecessors in every single aspect, Three Houses boasts the best world, plot and gameplay of the entire series. If some of its moments may seem too repetitive, the game's marvelous writing and plot development will help consolidate this as an indispensable game for any Fire Emblem fan or for any tactical RPGs fan, for that matter.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Throughout the game's puzzles, the player is free to take an individual approach which helps Uurnog stand out in its mechanics. A game that makes it impossible to have the same experience twice and which allows for a multitude of solutions to each challenge, this is indeed a title to be handled by anyone who enjoys a creative approach and out of the box thinking.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rhythm Paradise Megamix is the ultimate version of Rhythm Paradise, boasting a great lifespan and a very varied content which will keep the players involved for long, fun, challenging hours. Its added story mode is not necessary and can make the experience longer but the main core of the game makes it the top title in the series.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Futuridium EP Deluxe is a fun, slick and addictive score-attack shooter that shows excellent production values and is simple enough to get the players' attention immediately. While the difficulty curve can get too steep by the end of the game and sometimes, the depth perception would need slight adjustments, this is a game that is recommended to all those who enjoy fast-paced, fun experiences and who derive a huge sense of satisfaction from improving their high scores.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Featuring original and well designed puzzles, a good soundtrack and intuitive controls when played on handheld move, The Room is perfectly at home in Nintendo's system and it could be even better if it was more appealing to return to on a long term basis and if its price was a bit friendlier.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Spirit Hunter: NG seems like a perfect match for the Nintendo Switch. Whether played on a large screen or as a handheld game, it's successful in transmitting an ambiance of horror that will keep the players on their toes, aided by the game's plot and audiovisual environment which together build a world filled with restlessness and fear.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An outstanding experience that will throw the player into Arkham's sombre environments. This game is able to turn nearly everyone into a Batman follower, whether they're ready or not. An essential title which perfectly ties exquisite story-telling with near-perfect gameplay mechanics.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pinball FX3 brings to the Nintendo Switch a wealth of tables based on many different and very known licenses from the worlds of gaming and film. Thanks to the option for a vertical view, the game allows the player to have a full vision of the table and the game offers enough fun for many, many hours of play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The way its gameplay and its challenges are designed, Snipperclips turns out to be less than thrilling when played by just one player and under-performing and somewhat chaotic when played by thee or four players. Through cutting, moving and rotating shapes, Snipperclips forms one of the most original two-player experiences on the Nintendo Switch so far.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Replay: VHS is not Dead is a challenging and enormously intricate puzzle platformer on a retro style that will surely find its audience among the Wii U players. With a difficulty level that rises without mercy and very entangling mechanics that force the players to pay close attention to the details of each movement, this experience could only benefit more from a local multiplayer mode.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 Plus is essentially an expanded version of its predecessor and one which does a very competent job at bringing the Pac-Man experience back, with all its frantically addictive gameplay that made the very first game an immortal classic, now with a cooperative multiplayer experience. While some more additions would be appreciated, this edition is certainly very welcome to the Nintendo Switch catalog, where it will find its place among the fans.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lumo is a fitting tribute to isometric platform games which honours its retrogaming references with a progressive and well adjusted difficulty curve, as well as plenty of references to classic titles of years gone by. While the fixed camera may cause some issues in specific moments, the overall experience is nothing short of pleasant and enjoyable, whether on short or long gaming sessions.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While the game's plot is mostly unnecessary and there could be a wider variety of enemies, the top notch production values and the game's overall fluidity are enough to seduce anyone who enjoys action gaming.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Stories is not a groundbreaking game but the good news is that it's a very competent RPG with an immense amount of content to explore, a stunning visual presentation and a fun and challenging combat system. The main elements of the Monster Hunter saga have been perfectly adapted to this spin off title and any fan of the genre will no doubt feel right at home with this production.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    When everyone thought the formulas behind Breakout and Arkanoid were exhausted, along comes Siesta Fiesta to show that it’s still possible to depart from a very simple and known basis and produce a fresh, lasting and competent experience.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Moonlighter is quite an original action game with roguelike elements and a management component which is surprisingly appealing to a wider segment of players than first thought. It also features a very swanky animation, plenty of visual details, a healthy lifespan and has the added advantage of being possible to play anywhere and anytime, which only makes this an even more attractive release.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This fighting game bears all the markings of a high quality effort, including a wide cast of characters, a marvelous combo system and an exquisite audiovisual environment. While the game's plot and the way it is presented are nothing to write home about and it can get frustrating at times, this is a fantastic addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue when it comes to competitive fighting games.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Once again, the Donkey Kong Country series returns to the spotlight. Tropical Freeze is a worthy successor and Retro Studios has done a fine work in bringing the series to Nintendo's current generation. Loading times and underwater controls could be improved, though, as they're standing in the way of an excellent platforming experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Easily one of the most unusual games in the Nintendo Switch catalogue, Observer will treat the players to a frightening, absorbing experience, thanks to its captivating plot, its cyberpunk art style and outright scary moments.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yoshi’s New Island tries to replicate the first chapter as often as possible but its lack of new elements and an ever-present feeling of repetitiveness keep the 3DS title from reaching the same heights as its SNES forefather. But make no mistake about it, this is a fine piece of gaming, bursting with colour and spoiling the players with a magnificent visual design and an overall satisfying gameplay.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Thanks to its immense customization options and enormous amount of content, which will keep players entertained for a long time, this is a game that honours the Dragon Ball series and which can get even more interesting when played on its local multiplayer mode.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Shantae series reinvents itself and in Half-Genie Hero we find a healthy renovation that took a risk and it paid off, as this game brings very welcomed variety and a new visual and animation style. Half-Genie Hero will fit very well both with Shantae followers and with those who appreciate a good platforming experience, complete with backtracking elements.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Valiant Hearts: The Great War is not just a point and click adventure with some puzzles in the middle, it's a game that captures World War I in a strong, unforgettable way and which displays it through a marvelous visual outlook that will involve the player from the beginning to the end. The puzzles could certainly be more challenging but Valiant Hearts focuses on the experience and livelihood and this is something the game undoubtedly excels at.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Raiden V: Director's Cut is an expanded version of the fifth chapter of one of the most famous classic shoot'em-up series. It certainly does a good job at defending its heritage, with its frantic and fast-paced action and co-op options which give a major contribution to make this one of the best shoot'em-ups to be made available in the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mutant Mudds Super Challenge is pretty much what its name suggests - a more challenging take on the game Mutant Mudds. It may not introduce new concepts or new mechanics or even a new environment but it offers a significant challenge based on the original game and in the end, when the result is this much fun and addictive, it can be forgiven for not breaking any new grounds.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bayonetta is back for another re-release of the original game but this gem hasn't lost any shine, as its gameplay remains impeccable and the Nintendo Switch treatment gives this version the added advantage of handheld gameplay and an improved performance. While the game would certainly benefit from some additional content, the experience is still as exquisite as ever.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Puzzle Quest: The Legend Returns may not be the most conventional RPG ever made and its obvious elements drawn from simpler, more direct experiences may raise eyebrows among more veteran players but there's a lot to enjoy here, mainly when it comes to its addictive, fast-paced gameplay, soundtrack and wealth of over two hundred missions in a surprising pack that will appeal to a wider audience than RPG fans.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy lands on the Nintendo Switch with a compilation of the first three games of the Crash Bandicoot series and what a welcome addition it is to the console's catalogue. Thanks to its charms, to its immense content and to a reworked visual outlook, this trilogy will provide many hours of fun for those feeling nostalgic for these games and to those curious to discover them.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Etrian Odyssey Untold is a successful and well-executed remake which does a superb job at introducing the series to newcomers, as well as to rekindling the interest of its veterans. The game's enormous lifespan, its wide variety of locations and magnificent remastered soundtrack more than make for a rather simple narrative.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lord of Magna: Maiden Heaven is one delightful gem of the 3DS eShop catalog. Even if it might take a while to settle in and its amounts of text may be a bit too much for some players, it rewards everyone with an enveloping plot and very well implemented character developments.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    FreezeMe doesn't hide its references to the great platforming classics of before, blending them with a contemporary game that involves a lot of pigs and freezing enemies through a camera. While its camera angles and jump mechanics need improvement, this is a delightful platformer that will appeal to both the players familiar with the classics and those who are giving their first steps in this style.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Three excellent games with a fantastic plot, embroiling difficulty and humour-filled moments in a one-game package make this a fundamental title in the handheld’s catalogue.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pocket Card Jockey may have a strange concept but the way it's implemented is certain to leave players holding to their 3DS for a very long time. Its originality, comical plot and artwork will capture the players' attention and its structure will make it seem like a perfect game for short sessions, which will eventually grow into very long sessions as the player goes back and forth between horse racing and Solitary games, with the development of the horse's characteristics in between.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Drawing inspiration from series such as Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing, Rune Factory 4 may not stand out for its plot but its gameplay mechanics are more than rewarding. The long lasting contents and different options are set to keep the players closely connected with the game for a long time and even though the initial phase may drag itself for too long, what follows is a plentiful and involving JPRG.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Streets of Rogue is a fun and action packed game that gives the player a major amount of freedom to choose the style of play, an absurdly high amount of playable characters and some guaranteed multiplayer fun. If roguelike fans will definitely enjoy this work, there is no reason why anyone else who likes action experiences that don't take long to carry out should pass on this opportunity.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The free-for-all fighting festival makes its entry in the 3DS with an excellent technical performance, a memorable soundtrack and a significant lifespan, all of which contribute to make this a very solid bet for Nintendo's portable machine.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bringing Out Run to the 3DS under the name of 3D Out Run is an excellent way to get this Sega classic back into the stream. Keeping the same spirit as the 1980s racing hit, 3D Out Run is a perfect conversion to the handheld format and all that made the original game a cult classic is on its place.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Grim Fandango Remastered delivers exactly what it promises: a remaster of the noir comedy classic, with all the elements that made it an iconic name in the gaming world. Featuring improvements that bring the game closer to the current generation while keeping its overall structure exactly where it has always been, Grim Fandango Remastered is a very good option for newcomers and veterans, even if the former may find some of the puzzles unclear at first.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fantasy Life is a colossal adventure game with RPG elements and which offers an almost endless amount of content for the player to get lost with. Packing nearly 100 hours of gameplay with all the extras and side quests, Fantasy Life could use a faster pace for its main story mode and some flaws on the multiplayer mode could use an additional touch, but any fan of adventure games and who appreciates a touch of RPG will be more than happy with this piece.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Extreme Exorcism is a delightfully fun and charmingly chaotic experience which renovates itself with each round of play. Boosted by a visual and sound environment that fit its concept perfectly, it would gain even more if only it featured an online component.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While not all dimensions of the two series could be fully preserved and some of the characters miss out compared with the original games, Persona Q is highly recommended for fans of both, not leaving out new players who will feel more enticed to explore them.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This remake of Link's Awakening is by most ways the ultimate version of the Zelda classic. With additional content, a much-improved item assignment system and consequent gameplay improvements, a new difficulty level and a marvelous visual style, the new Link's Awakening is a joy to play and the experience would be even better if the new Chamber Dungeon component offered more options.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Any doubts that could still be lingering about Nintendo's first production for the mobile segment have been dissipated: Super Mario Run is a marvelous 2D platformer which Nintendo adapted to the guise of an endless runner, in order to make it more playable in a mobile device. Its beautiful graphics, overall fluidity and loyalty to the Mario universe make this one memorable 2D platformer that no fan should go without, provided they can always be connected to the internet when playing, that is.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Animal Crossing's in-game social component seems to be growing at a never-ending rate. Happy Home Designer keeps treading that path and its main activities focus on one of the players' favourite aspects of the series, home decoration. With an enormous wealth of resources and its simple, intuitive controls, this is a perfect introduction to the series and a potential major influence to its next chapter.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 Road to Boruto may be landing a few years late on the Nintendo Switch but this fourth chapter in this particular Naruto series of games has plenty to go for. With a fluid, intense combat, an impressive array of characters and an art style that is faithful to that found in the animation series, this is a game that is at the same time considerate of newcomers and which will make veterans and fans feel right at home.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This crossover between Professor Layton and Phoenix Wright brings the best of two worlds into one game. With its very well thought and executed concept, Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright is set to charm fans of both series alike. It does miss out, though, on the quantity and quality of the puzzles offered, as well as on the lacklustre outcome of its plot, perhaps a casualty of such an ambitious crossover.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Teslagrad is one of the most original and welcome titles to enter the Wii U's catalog. An awe-inspiring game with a plot that is certain to grab the players' attention due to its throwback storytelling techniques and its clear inspiration in the Metroidvania style will not disappoint those eager for a fresh and original title on Nintendo's system.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dead Cells is one of the most interesting indie games ever made. Even though some of its roguelike elements may not have worked out for the best, this is a well executed game with one of the most fun combat systems of the year, thanks to its involving gameplay cycle and to a very fun and fluid combat system.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Skyrim on the Nintendo Switch brings everything that made this such a grandiose game and adds the additional portable quality of Nintendo's system as well as some new elements to the game's plot. Thanks to its immense content and open world, it's possible to spend over one hundred hours exploring Skyrim's incredibly vast lands and while the game starts displaying its age, this is without any doubt a highly recommended title for adventurers and those wishing to explore a massive fantasy world.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle is what happens when one of the world's most iconic horror movie series is given a hilarious gaming treatment. A game that's full of comedic moments which will get the players to grow fond of it immediately, this is a surprising work to be found in the Nintendo Switch eShop and which should be quickly claimed by players and fans of the series alike.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Exploring Hoenn and making use of the new features is a delight, even if the similarities to the previous chapter may leave some players slightly disappointed. A worthy heir of the Pokémon name which will keep the fans busy for many hours to come.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Freedom Planet brings back the spirit of 16-bit era platformers and similarities with Sonic the Hedgehog jump out immediately, as much as its own merits - Freedom Planet is no copy and it can stand on its own after all, thanks to its immense content, marvelous presentation and a familiar but nevertheless fun gameplay.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Its gameplay is marvelously addictive and it follows a well constructed plot that will keep players holding on to it for dozens of hours on end. A very recommended proposal for fans of the series and for newcomers who feel curious about it.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Exploring Hoenn and making use of the new features is a delight, even if the similarities to the previous chapter may leave some players slightly disappointed. A worthy heir of the Pokémon name which will keep the fans busy for many hours to come.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Thimbleweed Park brings back the point and click genre for a fun and well developed effort full of good sense of humour and interesting puzzles to solve. While it feels like it would be a big improvement if it could be played in a way more akin to the games it's paying tribute to, Thimbleweed Park will leave no one disappointed.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This War of Mine puts the player at the centre of an absorbing war environment and uses its original gameplay mechanics to present a series of intense challenges that will make anyone who picks it up embed themselves with the game up to a surprising level. While there are technical issues that should be corrected, This War of Mine comes out mostly unscathed in its role as a story of war and survival.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Torna is a marvelous expansion of the no less amazing Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Adding to what the original game already does good, Torna manages to improve the combat system and acts as a very good buildup on the original game's plot. This is an especially recommended additional experience to those who enjoyed Xenoblade Chronicles 2, as it is designed to be especially appealing to fans of the original game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    South Park: The Fractured But Whole brings an amazingly accurate representation of the South Park universe to the Nintendo Switch with all the gems that the series is known for. The gameplay is that of a tactical RPG with countless character customization options and which will keep players entertained for a long time - thanks to the loading times, one can almost say the game's lifespan is extended.

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