Top Scores from Review Outlets
Australian outlet Vooks gave Emio – The Smiling Man a perfect score of 5/5, with the reviewer describing it as “one of the best games I’ve ever played.”
Digitally Downloaded also had high praise for Emio, rating it 4.5/5. The review highlighted the captivating writing but pointed out the trial-and-error aspect of the mystery as a slight downside.
God is a Geek awarded Emio an 8.5/10, emphasizing the clever storytelling that kept the reviewer engaged throughout the game.
Siliconera commended the darker tone of the game compared to other Nintendo titles, although they did mention the uneven pacing of the mystery.
Game Reactor EU appreciated the significance of Emio – The Smiling Man while acknowledging that the mechanics felt dated despite being a modern title.
Eurogamer’s review gave the game a 3/5 rating, pointing out the gameplay and dialogue-heavy nature as areas that detracted from the overall experience.
Final Thoughts
Despite mixed reviews, Emio – The Smiling Man shines in its storytelling and is a must-play for fans of excellent writing and mysteries. The game currently holds a Metacritic score of 78, outperforming other titles in the series.
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