Best Split-Screen Games on Switch

The top 58 split-screen games on Switch ranked by critic score · from 58 titles

CriticDB tracks 58 split-screen games on Switch with critic scores. The highest-rated is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (91), followed by It Takes Two (89) and Animal Crossing: New Horizons (88). This top 58 draws on 1,047 critic reviews.

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    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

    91
    20 critic reviews·Apr 27, 2017·Nintendo
    SwitchSwitch 2
    “Mario Kart 8 is one of my favorite games on the Wii U, in fact it's probably one of the best Mario Kart games ever made. With it's fancy graphics and addictiv”
    — Pure Nintendo · 90/100
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    It Takes Two

    It Takes Two

    89
    38 critic reviews·Mar 24, 2021·Electronic Arts
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “It Takes Two is a pretty well-known game by now. Since it's initial release, it has received tons of praise and various awards, including best multiplayer and g”
    — Pure Nintendo · 90/100
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    Animal Crossing: New Horizons

    Animal Crossing: New Horizons

    88
    35 critic reviews·Mar 19, 2020·Nintendo
    Switch
    “Animal Crossing: New Horizons gives you more creative freedom and more to do on any given day while preserving what makes the series special.”
    — GameSpot · 90/100
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    Pikmin 4

    Pikmin 4

    87
    34 critic reviews·Jul 20, 2023·Nintendo
    Switch
    “After what seems like too long of a time, Pikmin 4 is upon us and it's great stuff that any series fan will love so let's get picking.”
    — Video Chums · 85/100
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    Minecraft

    Minecraft

    87
    9 critic reviews·Dec 18, 2016·Mojang Studios
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “Craft, build, mine, explore, learn... Minecraft inspires all this and so much more.”
    — KeenGamer · 85/100
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    Rocket League

    Rocket League

    87
    20 critic reviews·Jul 5, 2015·Psyonix
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Simple, but insanely fun moto-soccer game that shines in multiplayer.”
    — PC Gamer · 87/100
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    Doom

    Doom

    85
    8 critic reviews·Jul 25, 2019·Bethesda Softworks
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “DOOM is back on a Nintendo system for the first time since 1997 when DOOM 64 released. That’s pretty wild that it’s been 20 years! I was never a big fan of”
    — Pure Nintendo · 85/100
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    Cult of the Lamb

    Cult of the Lamb

    85
    41 critic reviews·Aug 10, 2022·Devolver Digital
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Developed by Massive Monster and published by Developer Digital, Cult of The Lamb seamlessly blends roguelike elements with a management sim.”
    — KeenGamer · 85/100
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    Wargroove

    Wargroove

    85
    28 critic reviews·Jan 1, 2019·Chucklefish Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Wargroove is a deeply engaging strategy game that has the potential to continue to thrive and develop for years to come with a dedicated playerbase of creators”
    — CGMagazine · 85/100
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    Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds

    Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds

    85
    38 critic reviews·Sep 24, 2025·Sega
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a pure kart racer that feels like a return to form for the series and a fun racing experience regardless of your affinity with the blue hedgehog.”
    — CGMagazine · 85/100
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    Pikmin 3 Deluxe

    Pikmin 3 Deluxe

    85
    24 critic reviews·Oct 28, 2020·Nintendo
    SwitchSwitch 2
    “Pikmin 3 Deluxe is another re-release that isn’t going to blow some people away, but provides another means with which to play a potentially forgotten Wii U classic. For me, it still holds up, and then some.”
    — Destructoid · 85/100
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    Lumines Remastered

    Lumines Remastered

    83
    9 critic reviews·Jun 25, 2018·Enhance Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Lumines didn’t need to reinvent the wheel for its remaster as it already had its base down pat.”
    — Destructoid · 80/100
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    Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

    Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

    83
    31 critic reviews·Jun 23, 2022·Nintendo
    Switch
    “Koei Tecmo has jammed Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes with as many elements from Three Houses that they could shove in.”
    — Pure Nintendo · 80/100
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    LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

    LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

    82
    44 critic reviews·Apr 4, 2022·WB Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is the most ambitious Lego game yet, and despite the occasional technical mishap it delivers a daring and often delightful romp through the most iconic film franchise of all time.”
    — TheSixthAxis · 80/100
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    Katamari Damacy Reroll

    Katamari Damacy Reroll

    81
    18 critic reviews·Dec 5, 2018·Bandai Namco Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Katamari Damacy Reroll Review - A PlayStation classic returns to the forefront, still as an absolute delight as it was the day it first released, and still every bit as clunky.”
    — Playstation Lifestyle · 80/100
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    A Hat in Time

    A Hat in Time

    81
    20 critic reviews·Oct 4, 2017·Gears for Breakfast
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “While rough around the edges, A Hat in Time is still an adorable and highly enjoyable love letter to 3D Platformers, and a potential new classic.”
    — Game Skinny · 80/100
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    Untitled Goose Game

    Untitled Goose Game

    80
    23 critic reviews·Sep 19, 2019·Panic
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Untitled Goose Game encapsulates the pleasure in poking fun without ever turning nasty. And you're a goose, which is great.”
    — Videogamer · 80/100
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    Inertial Drift

    Inertial Drift

    80
    7 critic reviews·Sep 10, 2020·PQube
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Inertial Drift fuses anime-inspired aesthetics with intuitive, arcade-like gameplay to deliver a blast of adrenaline that few games can accomplish with such simple controls.”
    — PC Invasion · 80/100
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    LEGO Voyagers

    LEGO Voyagers

    80
    27 critic reviews·Sep 14, 2025·Annapurna Interactive
    PCPS4SwitchPS5 +2
    “LEGO Voyagers is a very different kind of game than the licensed stuff we already know and love, but it’s a good kind of different. If only it weren’t over so quickly.”
    — IGN · 80/100
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    Ultimate Chicken Horse

    Ultimate Chicken Horse

    79
    5 critic reviews·Mar 3, 2016·Merge Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Ultimate Chicken Horse may not look like much, but it's hard to deny its innate charm and prowess at co-op fun.”
    — Game Skinny · 80/100
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    MotoGP 22

    MotoGP 22

    79
    11 critic reviews·Apr 20, 2022·Milestone
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “All in all, MotoGP 22 is undoubtedly the best MotoGP game yet, but there’s still room for improvement.”
    — GameSpew · 80/100
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    Aegis Defenders

    Aegis Defenders

    78
    12 critic reviews·Feb 7, 2018·Humble Games
    PCPS4Switch
    “Protect Kobo! When you think of Humble Bundle, you often think of the games they're selling or giving away, but sometimes they publish their own titles, and one of them is a unique mix of Tower Defense, Puzzle, and…”
    — The OuterHaven · 80/100
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    Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

    Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

    78
    33 critic reviews·Nov 18, 2020·Nintendo
    Switch
    “It's been over 6 years since the original Hyrule Warriors released and here's Age of Calamity which ties in with Breath of the Wild.”
    — Video Chums · 79/100
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    Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged

    Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged

    78
    28 critic reviews·Oct 14, 2023·Milestone
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “As a speed-focused arcade racer, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged is a joy thanks to the emphasis on going fast, collecting Hot Wheels cars spanning decades, and crafting your own tracks.”
    — Game Informer · 78/100
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    WRC 10

    WRC 10

    77
    10 critic reviews·Sep 1, 2021·Nacon
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “WRC 10 is a great rally package that hones many of the WRC 9's strengths to a finer edge.”
    — TheSixthAxis · 80/100
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    Starlink: Battle for Atlas

    Starlink: Battle for Atlas

    77
    11 critic reviews·Oct 15, 2018·Ubisoft Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Starlink is a toys-to-life video game from developer Ubisoft. Starlink hopes to breathe new life into a once-popular craze. Is it worth your time and hard-earne”
    — Pure Nintendo · 75/100
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    KarmaZoo

    KarmaZoo

    77
    8 critic reviews·Nov 13, 2023·Devolver Digital
    PCSwitchPS5Xbox X|S
    “KarmaZoo is a cooperative platform game developed by Pastagames and published by Devolver Digital. In it, you play as a little blob trapped in the KarmaZoo, an ethereal place between life and death.”
    — Checkpoint Gaming · 80/100
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    Monster Jam Showdown

    Monster Jam Showdown

    76
    9 critic reviews·Aug 28, 2024·Milestone
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “While I may not have extensive experience with monster truck racing games, I'm pretty confident that Monster Jam Showdown is a good one, delivering knockabout physics and pleasing visuals, as well as accessible and…”
    — Xbox Achievements · 75/100
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    Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville

    Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville

    76
    19 critic reviews·Oct 17, 2019·Electronic Arts
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “We tell you, it’s a good game! It’s not average! It might have some problems here and there, but you have to admit it is a “Good” game.”
    — Sirus Gaming · 77/100
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    Kingdom Two Crowns

    Kingdom Two Crowns

    76
    5 critic reviews·Dec 10, 2018·Raw Fury
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Kingdom Two Crowns feels more like an extensive update than a new entry to the series, but the base game is still so immensely enjoyable that it doesn’t really matter.”
    — TheSixthAxis · 80/100
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    Human: Fall Flat

    Human: Fall Flat

    76
    11 critic reviews·Jul 21, 2016·505 Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “Dreams are a wonderful thing. After our eyes grow heavy and our bodies fall to sleep, our minds are given incredible possibilities for fun, constrained only by our own imaginations locked away in our slumbering heads.”
    — COGConnected · 77/100
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    Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble

    Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble

    76
    22 critic reviews·Jun 24, 2024·Sega
    Switch
    “With all the Sega revivals in the mix, it’s nice to see the Super Monkey renaissance continue. Multiple titles have been remade since 2019, with the highlight”
    — Nintendo Wire · 75/100
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    Team Sonic Racing

    Team Sonic Racing

    75
    31 critic reviews·May 20, 2019·Sega
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “It might not be as good as Sonic & All-Stars Racing: Transformed, but Team Sonic Racing is a joyous and remarkably fun kart racer with a smart team-based twist. Gotta go fast, and that.”
    — Xbox Achievements · 75/100
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    Resident Evil: Revelations 2

    Resident Evil: Revelations 2

    75
    21 critic reviews·Feb 23, 2015·Capcom
    PCPS3Xbox 360PS4 +2
    “Resident Evil has always scared the crap out of me. It was the first scary video game I had ever experienced. I remember watching my brother play the first Resi”
    — Pure Nintendo · 75/100
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    Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac

    Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac

    75
    12 critic reviews·Sep 25, 2025·Bandai Namco Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “A hit sequel across the sixth generation of video game consoles, PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC aims to scratch that nostalgic itch. Fans of 3D platformer collectathons”
    — Pure Nintendo · 75/100
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    Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania

    Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania

    75
    27 critic reviews·Oct 4, 2021·Sega
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “AiAi has been having fun rolling around in his ball for 2 whole decades and he's back with a remake of his original frantic adventures.”
    — Video Chums · 75/100
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    One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4

    One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4

    75
    20 critic reviews·Mar 25, 2020·Bandai Namco Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +3
    “One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 captures the crazy abilities of the One Piece world and translates them perfectly into a brawler that has its issues but will be great for fans of the series.”
    — Capsule Computers · 75/100
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    The Escapists 2

    The Escapists 2

    74
    12 critic reviews·Aug 21, 2017·Team17
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “What The Escapists 2 does do is improve its look, expand your options for escape, and throws in a hilarious multiplayer. What The Escapists 2 does not do is make itself significantly more accessible and forgiving.”
    — Playstation Universe · 75/100
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    Raiden IV x Mikado Remix

    Raiden IV x Mikado Remix

    74
    5 critic reviews·Apr 21, 2021·UFO Interactive Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “As far as vertical shmups hauled out of the arcades and ported to home consoles are concerned, Raiden IV x MIKADO remix is just about as good as it gets.”
    — Xbox Achievements · 75/100
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    Hypercharge: Unboxed

    Hypercharge: Unboxed

    74
    10 critic reviews·Jan 29, 2020·Digital Cybercherries
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Hypercharge: Unboxed on Nintendo Switch is another exemplification that shooter games can find their fit on a Nintendo console. Hypercharge: Unboxed is a third-”
    — Pure Nintendo · 80/100
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    Hot Wheels Unleashed

    Hot Wheels Unleashed

    74
    32 critic reviews·Sep 29, 2021·Milestone
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Hot Wheels Unleashed is a competent enough racer, but lacks anything to make it unique compared to previous games. It’s generally very bland, relies on loot boxes, and the AI rubber bands constantly.”
    — GamingTrend · 75/100
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    Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny

    Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny

    74
    12 critic reviews·Sep 29, 2025·GameMill Entertainment
    PCSwitchPS5Xbox X|S +1
    “Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is an entertaining action RPG for newcomers, but its performance on Switch is disappointing.”
    — Loot Level Chill · 70/100
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    Contra: Operation Galuga

    Contra: Operation Galuga

    72
    20 critic reviews·Mar 11, 2024·Konami
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “While it never transcends its own limitations and fumbles, Operation Galuga is a solid entry into the Contra franchise that is fun enough to play on its own merits.”
    — GamingBolt · 70/100
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    LEGO DC Super-Villains

    LEGO DC Super-Villains

    72
    16 critic reviews·Oct 15, 2018·WB Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “All the boxes are checked off, as it were, with LEGO DC Super-Villains on the Nintendo Switch. This adventure offers satisfying gameplay for collectathon fans,”
    — Pure Nintendo · 70/100
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    Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

    Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

    72
    24 critic reviews·Oct 31, 2019·Sega
    Switch
    “After having been to Beijing, Vancouver, London, Sochi, and Rio De Janeiro, it’s fair to assume Mario and Sonic have become gold medal athletes. Unfortunately”
    — Pure Nintendo · 70/100
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    Nintendo Switch Sports

    Nintendo Switch Sports

    71
    22 critic reviews·Apr 28, 2022·Nintendo
    Switch
    “Nintendo Switch Sports is a fun reminder of the Wii Sports craze, bringing back some classic sports and adding some new ones that make use of the Joy-Con and motion controls in more advanced ways.”
    — TheSixthAxis · 70/100
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    Trailblazers

    Trailblazers

    71
    5 critic reviews·May 7, 2018·Rising Star Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Trailblazers is a race-and-paint game for children. With its smooth, consistent gameplay and simplistic challenges, a group of toddlers could be content for hours.”
    — Gaming Nexus · 70/100
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    Manic Mechanics

    Manic Mechanics

    70
    5 critic reviews·Jul 12, 2023·4J Studios
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “If you’re looking for a couch co-op game that’ll bring your loved ones closer together for a sweet-natured bonding session, Manic Mechanics probably isn’t the one for you - but what I can say is that if your family is…”
    — GGRecon · 70/100
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    Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway

    Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway

    69
    11 critic reviews·Oct 12, 2022·GameMill Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3 does feel so much more complete than the first two iterations of the series, but it still has a little more room to grow…Even when I was frustrated at some of those things, the tracks, karts,…”
    — But Why Tho · 75/100
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    SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated

    SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated

    68
    28 critic reviews·Jun 22, 2020·HandyGames
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “There was a time when I'd tell people half-jokingly that the best thing about having kids is the excuse they provided for watching SpongeBob SquarePants.”
    — Pure Nintendo · 70/100
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    Kirby's Dream Buffet

    Kirby's Dream Buffet

    67
    13 critic reviews·Aug 16, 2022·Nintendo
    Switch
    “Kirby has starred in many bite-sized spin-offs over the years that vary wildly in quality so let's see how Kirby's Dream Buffet stacks up.”
    — Video Chums · 70/100
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    One Piece: Unlimited World Red - Deluxe Edition

    One Piece: Unlimited World Red - Deluxe Edition

    65
    5 critic reviews·Aug 23, 2017·Bandai Namco Entertainment
    PCPS4Switch
    “If you're a ONE PIECE fan and you own a Switch, then you've probably been awaiting the release of ONE PIECE: Unlimited World Red Deluxe Edition. Well now's you”
    — Pure Nintendo · 70/100
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    Gigantosaurus: The Game

    Gigantosaurus: The Game

    64
    5 critic reviews·Mar 25, 2020·Outright Games
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Gigantosaurus The Game, while above average for a licensed game, is a thoroughly average platformer.”
    — GamingTrend · 55/100
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    Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power  Battles

    Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles

    64
    12 critic reviews·Jan 22, 2025·Aspyr Media
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch +2
    “STAR WARS: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles is a fun side-scrolling arcade beat ‘em up, with a few issues, but is still a fun time.”
    — GameGrin · 65/100
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    All-Star Fruit Racing

    All-Star Fruit Racing

    63
    6 critic reviews·Jul 12, 2018·PQube
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “Another annoyance is that the loading times are long on both the tested platforms. However, in a nice educational touch these loading screens offer up facts about fruit that you might not know.”
    — TheSixthAxis · 70/100
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    WWE 2K18

    WWE 2K18

    63
    20 critic reviews·Oct 16, 2017·2K Sports
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “While WWE 2K18 does hit enough right notes for a recommendation, it still leaves something to be desired.”
    — GameGrin · 65/100
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    Bee Simulator

    Bee Simulator

    56
    8 critic reviews·Nov 11, 2019·Nacon
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “I’ll let you know right away that I’m a bit disappointed by Bee Simulator. That’s partially because I’m a grown adult and partially because they didn’t nail down one of the core mechanics of the game.”
    — Pure Nintendo · 60/100
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    G.I. Joe: Operation Blackout

    G.I. Joe: Operation Blackout

    53
    7 critic reviews·Oct 11, 2020·Game Mill Entertainment
    PCPS4Xbox OneSwitch
    “If you liked our review please let us know in the comments, and if you plan on buying Mortal Shell, be sure to visit back tomorrow as we will have a number of guides on our official Mortal Shell guide page.”
    — MP1ST · 50/100