Famitsu Review Scores for December 26, 2025: A Closer Look at Forestrike, Mind Over Magnet, and For the King 2
The renowned Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu has published its latest review scores for the week of December 26, 2025, offering valuable insights for Nintendo Switch enthusiasts and the broader gaming industry.
Famitsu remains one of the most influential voices in Japanese game journalism, with its four-person review panel grading new releases out of a possible 40 points.
This week’s line-up features highly anticipated titles such as Forestrike, Mind Over Magnet, and For the King 2—all of which recently launched on the Nintendo eShop and have been the subject of significant industry discussion. Forestrike received a strong reception, earning scores of 9, 8, 8, and 8 from the Famitsu editors.
This gives the tactical action game an impressive total of 33 out of 40 points.
Forestrike’s developers have been lauded for their innovative approach to strategic gameplay, earning particular praise for gameplay depth and replayability.
"Forestrike stands out for its engaging tactical systems and rewarding challenges," Famitsu's editorial team summarized, highlighting its success on the Nintendo Switch platform. Mind Over Magnet, meanwhile, was awarded 7, 8, 8, and 7 by the review panel, resulting in a total score of 30 out of 40.
As a puzzle-platformer developed for the Nintendo Switch, Mind Over Magnet was recognized for its creative use of magnetism mechanics and puzzle design.
Famitsu's reviewers noted the game’s "inventive puzzles and accessible learning curve," emphasizing that its appeal spans both casual and seasoned players on Nintendo’s hardware. Lastly, For the King 2 received a cumulative score of 29 out of 40, based on individual reviews of 8, 7, 7, and 7.
The sequel continues the franchise’s legacy of blending roguelike elements with cooperative turn-based strategy, this time enhancing features for its Nintendo Switch debut.
The Famitsu team judged For the King 2 as "a solid follow-up with expanded multiplayer options and polished presentation," commending its engaging cooperative gameplay and overall improvements compared to its predecessor. Famitsu’s review scores serve as an important reference for both domestic and international audiences, offering a trusted metric for evaluating new games on the Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
For players interested in more reviews and industry performance data, previous Famitsu scores can be explored through the magazine’s archives, providing valuable historical context for releases across the Nintendo eShop and beyond. Stay connected to our Nintendo news hub for ongoing coverage of Japan’s top game reviews, sales achievements, and expert analysis on the latest industry trends.
Famitsu remains one of the most influential voices in Japanese game journalism, with its four-person review panel grading new releases out of a possible 40 points.
This week’s line-up features highly anticipated titles such as Forestrike, Mind Over Magnet, and For the King 2—all of which recently launched on the Nintendo eShop and have been the subject of significant industry discussion. Forestrike received a strong reception, earning scores of 9, 8, 8, and 8 from the Famitsu editors.
This gives the tactical action game an impressive total of 33 out of 40 points.
Forestrike’s developers have been lauded for their innovative approach to strategic gameplay, earning particular praise for gameplay depth and replayability.
"Forestrike stands out for its engaging tactical systems and rewarding challenges," Famitsu's editorial team summarized, highlighting its success on the Nintendo Switch platform. Mind Over Magnet, meanwhile, was awarded 7, 8, 8, and 7 by the review panel, resulting in a total score of 30 out of 40.
As a puzzle-platformer developed for the Nintendo Switch, Mind Over Magnet was recognized for its creative use of magnetism mechanics and puzzle design.
Famitsu's reviewers noted the game’s "inventive puzzles and accessible learning curve," emphasizing that its appeal spans both casual and seasoned players on Nintendo’s hardware. Lastly, For the King 2 received a cumulative score of 29 out of 40, based on individual reviews of 8, 7, 7, and 7.
The sequel continues the franchise’s legacy of blending roguelike elements with cooperative turn-based strategy, this time enhancing features for its Nintendo Switch debut.
The Famitsu team judged For the King 2 as "a solid follow-up with expanded multiplayer options and polished presentation," commending its engaging cooperative gameplay and overall improvements compared to its predecessor. Famitsu’s review scores serve as an important reference for both domestic and international audiences, offering a trusted metric for evaluating new games on the Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
For players interested in more reviews and industry performance data, previous Famitsu scores can be explored through the magazine’s archives, providing valuable historical context for releases across the Nintendo eShop and beyond. Stay connected to our Nintendo news hub for ongoing coverage of Japan’s top game reviews, sales achievements, and expert analysis on the latest industry trends.
