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Code Shifter
Released On: Jan 29, 2020
55
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Available after 4 ratings
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 5 Critic Reviews
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 5 Critic Reviews
55
20% Positive
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1 Review
80% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
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With an enjoyable story, the novelty of changing between a large cast of characters, and a fun extra game mode, Code Shifter makes up for its shortcomings with many ideas successfully carried out. Bright, colorful, and energetic, Code Shifter is worth a buy for studio fans.
Arc System Works' Code Shifter could have been a fantastic platformer/brawler/fighting game with 8-bit versions of classic arcade characters, but it's hampered by poor mechanics and a disjointed visual style.
Code Shifter is a game that had me extremely excited when I saw it but managed to not only dash my expectations but bury them six feet underground. Inconsistent hitbox placement, a lack of movement options, and a lackluster story made for a game with a whole lot of missed potential.
If the shrug emoticon were a video game, it would be Code Shifter. It's just a tepid experience from top to bottom, one that doesn't do anything to make me hate it but certainly doesn't do anything to garner a recommendation.
If you’re a die-hard fan of the studio, then perhaps Code Shifter is worth a look if you find it on sale someday. Otherwise, there isn’t much to see here.
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Summary Over one hundred characters appear in this absurd side-scrolling action-game. New and somewhat nostalgic graphics that nicely blend flat and pixel art styles. A cheery comedy portraying everyday life at a video game company! Use the program Code Shifter to fix bugs. Will you have your game ready in time for the release date?
Rated E
for Everyone
Platforms:
- Nintendo Switch
- PC
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
Initial Release Date: Jan 29, 2020
Developer:
- Arc System Works
Publisher: Arc System Works
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