Ring Fit Adventure

About

"Ring Fit Adventure" is a fitness-focused video game that uses a ring and leg strap with Joy-Cons to move a character through a fantasy world. Combat occurs in the form of 'fit battles' where attacks are triggered by completing specific poses or stretches, and the game rewards experience points upon course completion to level up and unlock new skills. Overall, it offers a unique approach to exercise through a role-playing game format.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

Ring Fit Adventure provides a fun and engaging way for families to exercise together, making workouts enjoyable for all ages.
The game adjusts its difficulty based on the player's fitness level, ensuring that everyone can participate and break a sweat.
It combines a variety of exercises with an RPG adventure, keeping players motivated and entertained while they work out.

Some users reported issues with the accuracy of the Joy-Con sensors, which can affect the gameplay experience.
The story and character interactions are considered simplistic and may not appeal to all players, particularly those looking for a deeper narrative.
There are occasional complaints about the durability of the Ring and leg strap, with some users experiencing issues over time.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is described as simplistic and child-friendly, typical of Nintendo's style, with some users finding the dialogue dull and cheesy. While the game features a fully voiced narrative and a lengthy storyline, it often feels secondary to the fitness elements, leading to mixed reviews regarding its depth and character development. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative experience.
- “Nach einem Level lässt sich der Puls messen und es gibt eine Übersicht, wie lange man trainiert hat, welche Übungen absolviert wurden, Puls, Kalorienverbrauch etc. Es gibt eine Story und das gesamte Spiel ist voll vertont.”
- “Laut anderen Reviews ist die Story sehr lang.”
- “Then it'd feel less like you're playing a fitness game, but a game with plot and elements to drive you to move on.”
- “The dialogues are boring: typical Nintendo, the story and thus the dialogues are child-friendly.”
- “Drageux looks like he's on steroids and the story is very cheesy and very basic.”
- “It's not going to win any prizes for story or characterization.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is primarily derived from its entertaining presentation of exercise, making the experience enjoyable despite a linear storyline and lack of significant gameplay challenges. Players appreciate the comedic approach to fitness, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “You can exercise your whole body and it's very funny.”
- “The story itself is very linear and lacks real stakes (in the playful sense), so you should see it more as a workout presented in a humorous way.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game offers good replay value, making it a worthwhile investment despite its higher price point.
- “Overall, well worth the money in terms of value; although it's expensive, there is a good amount of replay value.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique, enhancing its replayability.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a solid foundation typical of RPGs, including a battle system, item management, a shop for buying and selling, gear customization, leveling up, skill loadouts, and crafting mechanics.
- “The gameplay mechanics are solid, featuring a comprehensive battle system, item usage, and a shop for buying and selling. You can customize your gear, level up your character, and even craft new items.”
- “The game offers a rich RPG experience with essential mechanics like a battle system, item management, and character customization, making each playthrough unique.”
- “With a variety of gameplay elements such as leveling, skill loadouts, and crafting, the game provides a deep and engaging RPG experience.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The combat system is poorly balanced, leading to frustrating encounters that feel more like a chore than fun.”