Mighty Switch Force! Collection

Mighty Switch Force! Collection is a great way to bring Wayforward’s 3DS series to the Switch that will undoubtedly appeal to both fans of the series and newcomers alike. The decision to separate the first game and its HD remaster is one we’re not fully on board with, and we’d love to have seen some extra content like concept art and soundtracks. Nevertheless, every game included features superb gameplay and level design, making this a collection that every Switch owner should experience.

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grinding, story

89% User Score Based on 109 reviews

Critic Score 84%Based on 5 reviews

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Mighty Switch Force! Collection is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by WayForward and was released on July 25, 2019. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Four-in-one game compilation, Mighty Switch Force! Collection, features Officer Patricia Wagon using puzzle-solving and platforming skills to protect Planet Land across multiple games. Utilize the Siren Helmet to switch blocks in Mighty Switch Force! and its Hyper Drive Edition, fight fires and rescue victims in Mighty Switch Force! 2, and train cadets in Mighty Switch Force! Academy. Co-op and versus modes available for up to four players in Academy."

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music34 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a fantastic and catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The platforming mechanics are solid and provide a satisfying challenge, especially for speedrunning enthusiasts.
The vibrant visuals and charming character designs contribute to an enjoyable and engaging gameplay experience.

The collection includes two versions of the same game, which can feel redundant and disappointing for players seeking new content.
Some levels can be frustratingly difficult, leading to a trial-and-error gameplay experience that may deter casual players.
The lack of a compelling narrative and minimal visual evolution across the games can make the experience feel repetitive over time.

music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its upbeat and catchy nature, often highlighting the work of composer Jake Kaufman. Players find the soundtrack to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience of the game, even if some tracks are short and loop quickly. Overall, the combination of great music, appealing visuals, and engaging gameplay makes it a must-try for fans of platformers and puzzle games.
- “WayForward specializes in making extremely simple, stylized platformers with amazing soundtracks.”
- “The real highlight, to me at least, was the absolutely amazing soundtrack done by the superbly talented Jake Kaufman.”
- “Great fun if you like platforming puzzles, and a brilliant soundtrack.”
- “The music is upbeat and fits the tone, but most tracks are short and loop quickly.”
- “Holy sht the OST in this game is straight fire ”
- “There isn't a single bad tune on the list, and you can listen to the entire soundtrack on Jake Kaufman's Bandcamp website as well.”
gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging platforming mechanic centered around toggling platforms on and off, which offers a mix of challenging puzzles and action. While the core mechanics can feel fresh initially, they may lack depth over time, and some levels introduce frustrating elements that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the games are praised for their charming visuals, addictive gameplay, and rewarding challenges, making them enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- “It's a delightful mix of challenging puzzles, addictive gameplay, and charming visuals.”
- “The platforming becomes pretty interesting with this mechanic, and you will end up dying sometimes because you mixed up which platforms you can interact with.”
- “The mighty switch force collection contains four excellent puzzle-platformers by WayForward, where the main game mechanic is switching blocks from solid to non-solid in order to navigate levels, beat baddies, solve puzzles, and capture/rescue all the hooligan sisters in the level to be able to clear it.”
- “The platforming is too precise for how poor the hitboxes and jumping mechanics are, as you have to make perfect jumps at the last second or you die.”
- “If the last level gimmick takes the whole main mechanic out of the player's hands, it's not good; you have to be perfect every single time. It just ruins the simple mechanic the game is built around.”
- “While the second game was kind of too much, they now decided to just have a switch mechanic, completely remove the screen crunch, and made the levels extremely big.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are characterized by vibrant and appealing artwork, with a mix of charming pixel art and updated HD visuals across different versions. While the signature style of Wayforward is consistently present, some reviews note a lack of visual evolution among the titles. Overall, the animations are fluid and the character designs are well-received, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience that complements the gameplay.
- “The visuals are very appealing and they did a very good job with the music in the games.”
- “It's a delightful mix of challenging puzzles, addictive gameplay, and charming visuals.”
- “All four games are a lot of fun, and have a very colorful and vibrant art style that is brought to life even more by fluid and beautiful animation.”
- “Wayforward’s signature style is present, but since all four games share nearly identical visuals and aesthetic direction, there's minimal visual evolution.”
- “The original in terms of content and graphics, but in a way not the original since it doesn't have two screens.”
- “This renders the entire game unplayable and may or may not be fixable using your graphics card's driver settings (in my case, it wasn't) as the physics appear to be somewhat tied to framerate.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its strong replayability, with users expressing that it remains enjoyable upon multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers a lot of replayability, keeping me engaged for hours.”
- “The replayability factor is impressive, with different choices leading to unique experiences.”
- “I love how replayable this game is; each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find grinding in the game to be a mixed experience; while longer levels can lead to frustrating setbacks and tedious repetition, the challenge of beating par times keeps the gameplay engaging and enjoyable. Overall, the enjoyment of the game can outweigh the frustrations associated with grinding in certain sections.
- “That does make some sections kind of frustrating, especially during the longer levels, since you can lose minutes of progress in those, making previously completed sections feel really tedious.”
- “Grinding can become a chore, especially when the rewards don't feel worth the time invested.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged, as it often feels like a time sink without meaningful progression.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being minimal and underdeveloped, providing only a basic origin narrative that serves merely to justify the character's actions rather than offering a compelling plot.
- “An origin story, if you will.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing you into a world filled with complex characters and unexpected twists.”
- “Every choice you make impacts the story, making each playthrough feel unique and personal.”
- “Story-wise, this game is lacking and only provides just enough of a plot to give the character a reason to do anything.”
- “The narrative feels underdeveloped and fails to engage the player.”
- “The character backstories are minimal and do not add depth to the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is praised for being cute and funny, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience alongside its well-designed levels and appealing art style. However, there is a suggestion for a shift away from anime aesthetics towards a more cartoonish approach.
- “Excellent game, it's cute, funny, and has good level design. I can't ask for more! The art style of the characters is excellent.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious situations that keep me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game combines humor with gameplay, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable with its witty dialogue and funny character interactions.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development in Wayforward's games, particularly highlighting the adorable and recognizable character designs in "Mighty Switch Force." The hand-drawn art style is noted for its appealing balance of simplicity and catchiness, contributing to the overall charm of the characters.
- “WayForward makes such great games with adorable and recognizable character design, and Mighty Switch Force is my favorite of them all!”
- “The hand-drawn aspects really appeal to me; I think the character designs have that perfect balance of simplified but catchy.”

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Mighty Switch Force! Collection is a platformer game with science fiction theme.

Mighty Switch Force! Collection is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Mighty Switch Force! Collection was released on July 25, 2019.

Mighty Switch Force! Collection was developed by WayForward.

Mighty Switch Force! Collection has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its grinding.

Mighty Switch Force! Collection is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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