OlliOlli: Switch Stance
- February 14, 2019
- Roll7
Two exhilarating arcade-skaters grind their way onto the Switch.
With over 75 Awards and Nominations including BAFTA Best Sports Title 2015, OlliOlli: Switch Stance includes both OlliOlli and OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood - bringing together the defining Skateboarding Series of this generation! Making its Nintendo Switch debut, OlliOlli mixes addictive one-life gameplay with over 120 tricks and grinds to pull across 50 deviously crafted Levels, 250 Challenges…
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- Addictive and challenging gameplay that rewards perseverance and skill development.
- Excellent package combining two great games with plenty of content and activities.
- Simple controls and a satisfying learning curve make it accessible for newcomers.
- No new content added for the Switch version, making it less appealing for returning players.
- Menu navigation is frustrating due to clashing button layouts.
- Inconsistencies in landing precision can lead to confusion and frustration.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as addictive and challenging, offering a fast-paced experience with simple controls and a balanced learning curve. Players appreciate the extensive content and activities, as well as the quality of the game ports, though some may find the difficulty level daunting and lacking in replay value. Overall, the gameplay remains satisfying and engaging for those who enjoy a challenge.
“Addictive and challenging gameplay, two awesome games in one! Pitch-perfect ports, loads of content and activities.”
“Fast-paced, addictive gameplay, just enough depth and learning curve, but not confusing, with simple controls.”
“There's not much reason to return, but the gameplay remains as satisfying as ever.”
“From a mechanical point of view, the extreme demands and difficulty may put some off.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that while grinding can initially feel challenging, it becomes rewarding as they improve their skills and accumulate points, encouraging persistence and practice.
“Grinding quickly becomes a tedious chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a job than a fun gaming experience.”
“I found myself spending hours grinding for minimal rewards, which really dampened my enthusiasm for the game.”
Critic Reviews
OlliOlli: Switch Stance Review
OlliOlli is one of those games you really have to live with; perseverance pays dividends, but so does taking a break and coming back in the morning to find muscle memory kicking in. Before you know it you’ll be grinding elegantly and racking up impressive points, but you need to stick with it. With the skateboarding genre largely on hiatus, this is an easy recommendation to newcomers with the patience to master it. This version doesn’t bring anything new to the table if you’ve played it before, but it’s a fine game in fine form on Switch.
80%OlliOlli: Switch Stance (Switch) Review
Two exhilarating arcade-skaters grind their way onto the Switch.
90%OlliOlli: Switch Stance Review
OlliOlli: Switch Stance is a fantastic package, bringing one of the best short-burst arcade experiences of recent times to a platform where it can really thrive. It's nearly the perfect package for the uninitiated to hop onto their boards with. Existing fans, too, may be tempted to double-dip, considering how great this version is for on-the-go sessions. From a mechanical point of view, the extreme demands and difficulty may put some off. However, it's worth persevering through the inevitable moments of frustration, as underneath is a hugely addictive arcade hit for the modern age. It's a pity that Roll7 didn't take a leaf out of Nintendo's book and create a 'Deluxe' version which mixed both the original and the sequel, since playing the original when one is used to chaining tricks with manuals, is jarring to say the least. Despite this, OlliOlli: Switch Stance is excellent side-scrolling skating fun.
80%
