EDGE Magazine, one of the gaming industry's most respected and discerning publications, has published its latest reviews in Issue 419, drawing attention for its critical stance on several major releases.
Known for its stringent yet valued perspectives, EDGE’s scoring is widely regarded as a benchmark by developers and fans alike, due to its long-standing history of insightful critique and in-depth analysis.
This month’s featured reviews include Nintendo’s highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and the latest Kirby Air Riders, alongside a range of titles from major and indie developers. The spotlight this issue falls on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Nintendo Switch.
Despite astronomical fan expectations and the franchise’s celebrated legacy, EDGE awarded the newest entry a score of 4 out of 10.
In their review, the publication highlighted what they perceived as significant shortcomings, referencing aspects such as gameplay execution and overall design.
Paraphrased from EDGE’s general sentiment, the magazine noted that while Metroid Prime 4: Beyond aimed to recapture the series' magic, the result did not meet the standards set by its predecessors, citing inconsistent pacing and a lack of innovation as core reasons for the low score. Kirby Air Riders for Nintendo Switch, another high-profile Nintendo title, fared only marginally better.
EDGE’s review concluded with a 5 out of 10 rating.
The assessment pointed to a competent, if unremarkable, update of the formula, referencing solid mechanics but a limited sense of risk or new ideas.
As stated, the game offers moments of enjoyment but doesn't quite reach the heights expected from a modern iteration. Other notable reviews in EDGE Issue 419 reflect a diverse cross-section of the current gaming landscape.
Routine garnered one of the magazine’s top scores with an 8/10, praised for its captivating narrative and immersive gameplay.
Octopath Traveler 0, the latest entry in Square Enix’s popular RPG series, also received an 8/10, commended for its strong visual style and intricate turn-based mechanics.
Meanwhile, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 was subject to an identical critical approach as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, receiving a 4 out of 10 and drawing comments about its lack of innovation within the long-running series. The complete list of scores from EDGE Issue 419 is as follows: - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – 4/10 - Routine – 8/10 - Skate Story – 6/10 - Kirby Air Riders – 5/10 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – 4/10 - Demonschool – 6/10 - Hotel Infinity – 8/10 - Dispatch – 5/10 - Sleep Awake – 6/10 - Octopath Traveler 0 – 8/10 - Horses – 7/10 - Marvel Cosmic Invasion – 7/10 As always, EDGE Magazine’s reviews are a major talking point within the gaming community.
The publication’s low scores for titles such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 could have particular resonance for developers and fans anticipating excellence from these blockbuster franchises.
For more in-depth coverage of Nintendo Switch releases and expert game reviews, stay tuned to the latest issues and ongoing analysis from industry-leading outlets.
Known for its stringent yet valued perspectives, EDGE’s scoring is widely regarded as a benchmark by developers and fans alike, due to its long-standing history of insightful critique and in-depth analysis.
This month’s featured reviews include Nintendo’s highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and the latest Kirby Air Riders, alongside a range of titles from major and indie developers. The spotlight this issue falls on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Nintendo Switch.
Despite astronomical fan expectations and the franchise’s celebrated legacy, EDGE awarded the newest entry a score of 4 out of 10.
In their review, the publication highlighted what they perceived as significant shortcomings, referencing aspects such as gameplay execution and overall design.
Paraphrased from EDGE’s general sentiment, the magazine noted that while Metroid Prime 4: Beyond aimed to recapture the series' magic, the result did not meet the standards set by its predecessors, citing inconsistent pacing and a lack of innovation as core reasons for the low score. Kirby Air Riders for Nintendo Switch, another high-profile Nintendo title, fared only marginally better.
EDGE’s review concluded with a 5 out of 10 rating.
The assessment pointed to a competent, if unremarkable, update of the formula, referencing solid mechanics but a limited sense of risk or new ideas.
As stated, the game offers moments of enjoyment but doesn't quite reach the heights expected from a modern iteration. Other notable reviews in EDGE Issue 419 reflect a diverse cross-section of the current gaming landscape.
Routine garnered one of the magazine’s top scores with an 8/10, praised for its captivating narrative and immersive gameplay.
Octopath Traveler 0, the latest entry in Square Enix’s popular RPG series, also received an 8/10, commended for its strong visual style and intricate turn-based mechanics.
Meanwhile, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 was subject to an identical critical approach as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, receiving a 4 out of 10 and drawing comments about its lack of innovation within the long-running series. The complete list of scores from EDGE Issue 419 is as follows: - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – 4/10 - Routine – 8/10 - Skate Story – 6/10 - Kirby Air Riders – 5/10 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – 4/10 - Demonschool – 6/10 - Hotel Infinity – 8/10 - Dispatch – 5/10 - Sleep Awake – 6/10 - Octopath Traveler 0 – 8/10 - Horses – 7/10 - Marvel Cosmic Invasion – 7/10 As always, EDGE Magazine’s reviews are a major talking point within the gaming community.
The publication’s low scores for titles such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 could have particular resonance for developers and fans anticipating excellence from these blockbuster franchises.
For more in-depth coverage of Nintendo Switch releases and expert game reviews, stay tuned to the latest issues and ongoing analysis from industry-leading outlets.
