Reception
| Reception | |
|---|---|
| Aggregate scores | |
| Aggregator | Score |
| GameRankings | 82% |
| Metacritic | 82 |
| Review scores | |
| Publication | Score |
| Edge | 8/10 |
| Eurogamer | 8/10 |
| IGN | 8.5/10 |
| Official Nintendo Magazine | 85% |
NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits has received largely positive reviews from critics. Nintendo Life greatly praised NyxQuest's presentation and gameplay, but were slightly disappointed that the game could be completed in as little as three hours, albeit time spent in "pure platforming bliss". Edge called the game a "surprisingly robust platformer" and "a simple pleasure" with perfect pacing, creative levels and exquisite presentation. Eurogamer stated that the game stood out from its WiiWare peers and compared it favorably to the game Braid. IGN called it a slow going but otherwise "fun and beautiful" WiiWare game with intelligently conceived and executed control mechanics and smart environmental puzzles.
NyxQuest was awarded "Best Indie Game" at the 2009 Campus Party event. Due to its similar themes, the game has been likened to the Kid Icarus series.
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