FOX n FORESTS

Critic reviews

• GGameSpew

  Richard Seagrave · Jun 07, 2018

  8.0

  Its story is passable, and you won’t ever really care about its characters, but its gameplay hits all the right notes to conjure up nostalgia while also feeling modern and fresh. Whether you’re young or old, Fox n Forests is a platform game to sit down with and simply enjoy for the sake of playing.

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• ZZTGD

  Drew Leachman · Jun 07, 2018

  8.0

  Fox N Forests is a pretty decent game. The only real downside is the pacing and having to do the same levels over again just to collect seeds to continue the game. The game plays great, looks just how I wanted it to, and has that style that really gives off the nostalgic feel. People looking to scratch that 16-bit platformer itch will have a good time with it, and people looking to find nice 16-bit recreation will get something well done here.

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• PNPure Nintendo

  Joe Burcin · Jun 06, 2018

  8.0

  Fox n Forests delivers on all angles for anyone who’s been in love with the new renaissance of retro platforming games. The beautiful artwork, exploration, and combat makes this a game that Nintendo Switch owners should welcome with open arms.

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• NINintendo Insider

  Darren Palma · Jun 02, 2018

  6.0

  All in all, Fox n Forests is a competent platformer that holds plenty of potential. Unfortunately, the game’s over-reliance on the season gimmick and heavy influence from the past makes it fall short of being anything more than average. It does control well enough and there’s plenty of charm to be found here – it’s just a shame that the game relies too much on backtracking to compensate for the lack of new levels and ideas. If you’re a true platform nerd who likes collecting things, then Fox n Forests may be worth looking into.

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• XTXbox Tavern

  Jamie Collyer · May 31, 2018

  7.7

  While my rose tinted nostalgia glasses may be firmly pressed against my nose, FOX n FORESTS is a wonderfully accurate reminder of the good and bad times of the 16-bit era. Younger players may balk at its simplicity given that things certainly have come a long way since, but the game pulls off its aim so well that it’s hard not to be impressed. If anything, FOX n FORESTS showcases that, thankfully, they do make ‘em just like they used to.

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• CCOGconnected

  James Paley · May 27, 2018

  7.5

  Slightly janky controls, proper pixel graphics, chunky sound and sprawling levels all have to feel just right in order to really nail that retro essence. Fox N Forests, for better or for worse, succeeds in capturing that retro gaming essence. Slavish adherents to modern sensibilities may wish to look elsewhere. However, if you’re looking for a blend of fast-paced fun and familiar flaws, you can’t go wrong with this game.

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