Swim Out

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  • Summary: Dive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea. Plan each of your strokes wisely and be sure to never cross any other swimmer's path if you want toDive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea. Plan each of your strokes wisely and be sure to never cross any other swimmer's path if you want to peacefully enjoy the sea view on a cosy chaise-longue. Over 100 levels nestled in carefully crafted landscapes, soothed by the sound of seagulls, frogs or water splashes.

    7 chapters combining:

    * 12 different types of swimmers: each with their own way of moving around, ranging from the simple breaststroke swimmers to the more complex divers or cheeky water-bombing kids

    * 12 different objects to interact with: buoys, fins, water guns, you can even ride a kayak!

    * 6 disruptive environmental elements like waves, crabs or jellyfish that will give your brain a workout until you swim out!    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Digitally Downloaded
    Apr 5, 2018
    80
    It’s not high-octane or revolutionary fare by any means, but Swim Out has a quiet beauty that gives it more in common with chess than Tetris, and that sort of thing is hard to come by nowadays.
  2. Nintenderos
    Apr 9, 2018
    75
    Swim Out is an acceptable puzzle game. We have seen all kinds of games of this genre, but this one focuses on the classic gameplay of moving around squares deducting the movement of the surrounding objects. Progressively difficult, its art and music designs fit all the swimming.
  3. Gaming Age
    Jun 6, 2018
    75
    If you’re looking for a solidly-made puzzle game, you could do a lot worse than checking out Swim Out. It’s got more than enough content to keep you entertained for a good amount of time, and it’s relaxing enough that you can pick it up and play whenever you want without feeling like you’re going to get sucked in and lose a day. There are definitely better games out there, but, for any puzzle aficionado, Swim Out is worth a look.
  4. NintendoWorldReport
    Mar 20, 2018
    70
    While cool concepts and ideas are awash throughout Swim Out, the dawdling pace of the 100+ puzzles drowns the more novel ideas. This is, for better or worse, an alright puzzle game that just happens to be in a sea of better ones. Good for a laidback romp, but not for much else.
  5. Universo Nintendo
    Apr 14, 2018
    70
    Swim Out is a game that impressed me because of its creation and mechanics. It's a good recommendation for anyone who wants to play a good puzzle's game. I believe that a little art variety would be very nice to the game.
  6. Nintendo Insider
    Apr 8, 2018
    70
    The genre may be getting a little crowded on Switch but Swim Out ranks higher than most.
  7. Switch Player
    Apr 25, 2018
    60
    Swim Out is a well crafted, relaxing puzzle game. What it lacks in innovation it makes up for in polish, the puzzles are well designed and the game never overstays it's welcome. Switch owners looking to scratch that puzzle itch would do well to go for a few lengths with Swim Out.

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  1. GoodGamePlus
    Oct 4, 2022
    8
    Swim Out is a puzzle game that's difficult at times. There no text in the game which caused me to mistake what task was asking and spend tooSwim Out is a puzzle game that's difficult at times. There no text in the game which caused me to mistake what task was asking and spend too much time redoing a puzzle. I completed this game 100%. Portable mode has touch controls and controllers/joycons aren't required to be connected. Also, hints would've been nice.… Expand

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