Famitsu Review Scores for Nintendo Switch, July 23, 2025: Highlights and Analysis

Japan’s renowned video game magazine, Famitsu, has released its latest review scores for the Nintendo Switch and other platforms for the week of July 23, 2025.

Famitsu, known for its panel of four critics who score games on a 10-point scale, continues to serve as a trusted touchstone for gamers, developers, and retailers in the Japanese gaming industry.

This week’s lineup showcases an exciting variety of new releases, sequels, and revivals across genres, highlighting the platform’s enduring appeal and diverse software library. The arcade-inspired 'Cotton Reboot!' received solid feedback, scoring 7/7/7/8.

As a revamped edition of the classic shoot-’em-up from Success Corporation, the reboot leverages the Nintendo Switch’s portability and HD graphics to breathe new life into the beloved Cotton franchise.

The scores suggest a positive reception among Famitsu’s critics, who praised the game’s faithful recreation of the original’s energetic gameplay. 'Fuuraiki 5', the latest entry in the long-running adventure visual novel series by Nippon Ichi Software, garnered a 7/8/7/7.

With its travel-based narrative and atmospheric design, the game continues to deliver the serene, immersive experiences fans expect.

Famitsu reviewers highlighted the title’s unique blend of travelogue storytelling and character-driven interactions as key strengths. 'Kirameki Nurse Diary: Minna o Tasukeru Tenshi no Oshigoto', a simulation game that lets players experience the daily work of a nurse, was awarded consistent scores of 7 across the board.

The game’s realistic scenarios and engaging challenges reflect the genre’s growing popularity on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Among the week’s notable releases, 'Mononoke Chigiri' stood out with two 8s paired with 7 and 8, evidencing strong critical consensus.

Reviewers cited the game’s atmospheric presentation and engaging mechanics, commending the development team’s dedication to quality. Of special note is the recognition given to 'No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files'.

This title, a new entry connected to the celebrated 'AI: The Somnium Files' series by Spike Chunsoft, scored impressively with 8/8/9/8.

Famitsu’s editors underscored its intricate storytelling and satisfying investigative gameplay as defining features of the experience. Both 'Shadow Labyrinth' and 'Wuchang: Fallen Feathers' achieved similar accolades, each receiving four scores of 8, denoting well-rounded approval.

These titles stood out for their robust visuals and inventive gameplay, further cementing the Nintendo Switch’s rich catalog of immersive and varied experiences. Famitsu’s timely and influential reviews remain a trusted barometer for Japanese players, developers, and retailers.

As the Nintendo Switch moves into the latter half of 2025 with continued momentum, these latest scores reaffirm the console’s status as a platform for innovation, nostalgia, and diverse genres, making it an essential device for dedicated gamers worldwide.

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