Haiku, the Robot

Critic reviews

• Nintendo World Report

  Jordan Rudek · Sep 09, 2022

  7.0

  The openness of Haiku is both its strength and its weakness, and some who get drawn in by its Metroidvania trappings and retro look will be let down by the lack of direction provided. Those who don't mind experimenting and backtracking will find a more satisfying experience, but about halfway through I felt like I had already had my fill. Aesthetically, the clean presentation is an asset, but the soundtrack lacks punch and variety. Ultimately, even though Haiku, The Robot does play well, it can be tedious more often than it is compelling.

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• Finger Guns

  Joshua Thompson · Aug 25, 2023

  8.0

  Haiku, the Robot is an exceptional debut and a wonderful Metroidvania. The content updates and overall gameplay improvements over time have only bolstered the game’s overall package, making it the best time to play. General combat isn’t compelling and the introspective story can get lost, but the exploration and accessibility make the game special.

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• Switch Player

  Ash Mercia · Oct 06, 2022

  9.0

  All in all, Haiku, the Robot is a truly delightful experience that doesn’t come around that often. The Metroidvania formula is utilised in the best possible way.

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• Switchaboo

  Steve Whiting · Oct 06, 2022

  8.0

  Haiku himself is small, but Haiku, the Robot as a game really punches above its weight. OK, it doesn’t look particularly high-def or glamorous, but it plays as any good Metroidvania should.

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