Chris Shive
Hardcore GamerReview: The World Next Door
Published 5/3/2019
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PC / Mac / Switch - 3/28/2019
The World Next Door
The World Next Door is a narrative-driven, action adventure game that follows Jun, a rebellious teen girl trapped in a parallel world inhabited by magical creatures. Inspired by the emotional storytelling and thrilling action of both anime and indie games, players can expect to meet and develop friendships with an eclectic cast of characters while uncovering the mysteries hidden within this world.
- Developer
- Rose City Games
- Publisher
- Viz Media
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Critic avg
65
12 scored reviews
Total coverage
12
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Score range
50–85
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Score range is 31+ points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 65 across 12 scored reviews, with a 35-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
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12 included scored reviews
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80–891 review · 8%
70–793 reviews · 25%
Below 708 reviews · 67%
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Elisha Deogracias
GamingTrendGamingTrend The World Next Door Review
Published 5/2/2019
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50
-15 vs critic avg
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Read originalChris Compendio
DualShockersThe World Next Door Review — An All Too Short Visit to a Wonderful World
Published 4/15/2019
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65
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Read originalBecca Smith
GameSpewThe World Next Door Review – GameSpew
Published 4/10/2019
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70
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalKimberley Wallace
Game InformerThe World Next Door Review – All Style, No Substance
Published 4/8/2019
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60
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Read originalMatt Sainsbury
Digitally DownloadedReview: The World Next Door (Nintendo Switch)
Published 4/3/2019
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70
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalJordan Rudek
Nintendo World ReportThe World Next Door (Switch) Review
Published 4/1/2019
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65
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Read originalJordan Ramée
GameSpotThe World Next Door Review - Adorable Anime Angst
Published 4/1/2019
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60
-5 vs critic avg
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Read originalSamantha Lienhard
MonsterVineThe World Next Door Review: Lost in the End
Published 3/28/2019
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60
-5 vs critic avg
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Read originalJustin Nation
Nindie SpotlightNindie Spotlight The World Next Door Review
Published 3/28/2019
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85
+20 vs critic avg
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