Video Game Review Round-Up
The reviews of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition are in, and the opinions are varied across the board. Let’s take a look at what some of the top gaming publications had to say about Nintendo’s latest release.
God is a Geek – 9/10
God is a Geek gave Nintendo World Championships a glowing 9/10 rating, hailing it as “one of the best multiplayer party games to be released this year.” The reviewer expressed how the game evoked a sense of excitement and nostalgia, making it a pure and simple win.
Polygon
Polygon did not provide a formal review score but had positive feedback for the game. They highlighted the unique challenges that allow players to experience classic titles from a fresh perspective.
Game Informer – 7.75/10
Game Informer awarded Nintendo World Championships a 7.75/10 rating, commending its nostalgic elements despite encountering some frustrating aspects along the way.
GAMINGbible – 7/10
GAMINGbible also gave the game a 7/10 score, describing it as neat but niche. The reviewer compared playing the game to stepping into an arcade with a unique and engaging experience.
Destructoid – 6.5/10
Destructoid provided a slightly lower score of 6.5/10, suggesting that Nintendo World Championships might be better suited as an additional mode in an NES Remix compilation. The focus on speedrunning gameplay was noted as a key aspect of the experience.
VGC – 3/5
VGC gave Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition a 3/5 rating, praising its local multiplayer capabilities but expressing disappointment in the lack of online features. The game was deemed enjoyable with friends but lacked sufficient online content.
TechRadar Gaming – 2/5
TechRadar Gaming issued a 2/5 review for Nintendo World Championships, citing a lack of variety and frequently “disappointing” challenges. The reviewer found the game to be fragmented and tedious, offering limited entertainment value beyond a few initial hours of gameplay.
So, will you be picking up Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition this week? Let us know in the comments.