Reception
Blinx received decent reception by critics and public. Reviews were, for the most part, average. GameSpy included the game in its "Most Overrated Games Ever" feature. Although the graphics were generally praised, the game's execution, notably the control method, was considered to have resulted in the game being too difficult.
Saleswise, by 2003, 156,000 copies were sold. In 2003, Blinx also entered the Platinum Hits range (as part of the all-age Platinum Family Hits).
GameSpot editor Greg Kasavin gave it a "fair" rating, noting that players get a sense of relief from completing a level, rather than enjoyment or satisfaction. Electronic Gaming Monthly scored it 7.5/5.5/8: the second reviewer found the game to be tedious and repetitive, but the third believed that "issues aside, the unique style and play mechanics make stand out".
In Japan, Famitsu magazine scored the game a 31 out of 40.
In addition, Drunkgamers.net gave Blinx the Time Sweeper a 12 out of 10.
Read more about this topic: Blinx: The Time Sweeper
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