David Temple
Pure NintendoReview: The Forbidden Arts (Nintendo Switch) - Pure Nintendo
Published 9/9/2019
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70
+14 vs critic avg
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PS4 / PC / iOS / Mac / XONE / Switch - 8/7/2019
The Forbidden Arts
The Forbidden Arts is an action adventure platformer with a focus on discovery and exploration. You play as Phoenix, a young boy who seeks to master the element of fire in a grand adventure of ancient magic.
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- Selosoft
- Publisher
- Selosoft
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56
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Critic avg
56
6 scored reviews
Total coverage
6
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Score range
40–70
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Signal shape
Mixed response
Score range is 21–30 points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 56 across 6 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
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70–792 reviews · 33%
Below 704 reviews · 67%
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Ken McKown
ZTGDThe Forbidden Arts (XB1) Review – ZTGD
Published 9/6/2019
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50
-6 vs critic avg
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Read originalNikko Soto
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘The Forbidden Arts’ Builds an Immersive World
Published 8/19/2019
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70
+14 vs critic avg
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Read originalOllie Reynolds
Nintendo LifeReview: The Forbidden Arts - Repetitive Combat Prevents This Platformer From Catching Fire
Published 8/7/2019
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Score
40
-16 vs critic avg
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Read originalDkonen
GameSpaceThe Forbidden Arts
Published 8/7/2019
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45
-11 vs critic avg
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Read originalJustin Nation
Nindie SpotlightNindie Spotlight The Forbidden Arts Review
Published 8/7/2019
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61
+5 vs critic avg
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