- Publisher: Atooi LLC
- Release Date: Feb 15, 2018
- Also On: 3DS, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Wii U

- Summary:
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- Developer: Atooi LLC
- Genre(s): Action, Platformer, 2D
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 3 out of 7
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Mixed: 4 out of 7
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Negative: 0 out of 7
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Feb 20, 2018It plays great, it’s hard to beat but addicting. There’s enough content to enjoy looking for, and I honestly think that it’s a well-designed game for what it is. It’s small, and uses a lot of the same enemies, but that’s a huge nitpick on what I think is a great game. It reminded me of why certain enemies are designed the way they are, like how Super Mario Bros. certain enemies act against Mario’s primary form of mobility, jumping, by also jumping. Xeodrifter adopts this mentality, by putting upgrades in places that have challenges preceding them, and with enemies that are supposed to get in the way of how the space explorer plays. I recommend it if this sounds like an experience you’d like to try.
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Feb 23, 2018Overall, Xeodrifter is a blast. It’s a simple game that is held up by its unique upgrades, great music, and brilliantly crafted exploration-based gameplay. If you’ve got an extra $10 lying around, I highly recommend Atooi’s latest Switch release.
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Mar 23, 2018Xeodrifter certainly won’t be for everyone. The title harkens back to the days of 8-Bit gaming in not only its graphics, but also its approach to difficulty. The challenge is certainly steep, but the accompanying sense of accomplishment should please many old school purists.
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Feb 14, 2018The upside is that this is a finely crafted Metroidvania that oozes quality in almost every fashion, but the downside is that there just isn’t a whole lot to it. If you’re looking for a simple, straightforward open-ended platformer that’s easy to get into (or one that’s good for speedrunning), this is the game for you. If you’re looking for an in-depth experience that you can really sink your teeth into, this certainly isn’t. We’d generally give this one a recommendation - it’s a great ride while it lasts - but just bear in mind that it won’t last you long.
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Feb 14, 2018Shoot, jump and duck. These three basic actions are applied with excellence in this addictive metroidvania that will keep you hooked all evening. Despite the excellent playability of Xeodrifter, the creativity got lost in outer space together with some mechanics inspired by other Atooi worlds.
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Feb 15, 2018While certainly charming and cleverly designed for its short length, Xeodrifter ultimately feels too disjointed for its own good. Separating the overworld into four, smaller maps is a good idea in theory, but the disconnect between stages takes away the interconnected feeling of exploration Metroidvanias thrive on. Bosses themselves are also a big letdown, especially since the weapon customisation would lend itself well to more varied foes. It's even difficult to recommend Xeodrifter as a beginner's Metroidvania since the early game is far harder than everything that comes after. It's endearing enough and can kill an easy three hours, but there are better Metroidvanias to choose from.
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Feb 20, 2018There are some neat ideas in Xeodrifter, but they never come together to make a coherent whole.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 2 out of 9
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Mixed: 3 out of 9
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Negative: 4 out of 9
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Sep 22, 2021It's a simple and cute metroidvania. I enjoyed it. Fun if you want a simple go at a popular genre. It's great to get on sale.
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