Snake Pass

IGN

Jose Otero·Apr 5, 2017

Critic72/100

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This tough physics-based platformer has an intuitive control scheme, but its camera and checkpoints aren't good.

GameSpot

Oscar Dayus·Mar 31, 2017

Critic70/100

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Snake Pass is a unique and beautiful platformer, but one that is marred by a steep difficulty curve.

Nintendo Life

Mitch Vogel·Mar 31, 2017

Critic80/100

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Snake Pass is a real gem in the early Switch library, and is certainly worth a look for anyone looking for that post-Zelda palette cleanser. This writer's never played a game like this before — which certainly can be a double-edged sword — but it's a fresh experience that will keep you engaged until the very end. Solid visuals, unconventional gameplay, a memorable soundtrack and a decent amount of replay value make this well worth your time, and we absolutely give it a recommendation. If you're looking to take a chance and play something unique, then Snake Pass is well worth a look.

Rock Paper Shotgun

Alec Meer·Mar 31, 2017

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This could, as I say, have been all comic pratfalls and Goat Simulator destruction, but instead it's an extremely careful study in how snakes navigate their bizarre bodies around, then transplanted into broadly well-done puzzle-places. I feel in awe of how well-realised this is, almost more than I actually enjoy it. I really do enjoy it though, so much so that I ended up picking it up for my Switch too (making it only the second game I own for Nintendo's latest toy).

Eurogamer

Martin Robinson·Mar 30, 2017

Critic75/100

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Here's an adage as dog-eared and cheerily British as its subject; you wait ages for a classic platformer in the style o…

Push Square

Sam Brooke·Mar 30, 2017

Critic70/100

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For all of its flaws, Snake Pass represents an admirable attempt at blending the past and the present. Its anthropomorphic characters, jubilant worlds, and atmospheric soundtrack all scream of eras past, yet its movement system and excellent controls are things of the future. Those willing to slither past the checkpoint and camera issues will find an enjoyable and heartwarming nostalgic adventure. Snake Pass shall pass.