Yoshi’s Crafted World Switches Up Platforming Charm on Nintendo Switch

Yoshi’s Crafted World has arrived to delight Nintendo Switch players with its inventive visual style and refreshed platforming mechanics.

Developed by Good-Feel, known for their acclaimed work on Yoshi's Woolly World and Kirby's Epic Yarn, this title continues Nintendo’s tradition of family-friendly, creative platformers, offering fans a familiar yet distinct entry in the long-running Yoshi series. Upon its debut, many expected Yoshi’s Crafted World to simply follow in the footsteps of its predecessors, relying on charming art and safe gameplay.

However, extended playtime reveals that while it retains the approachable design that defines the series, it introduces meaningful changes both visually and mechanically.

Released on March 29, 2019, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, the game is available both physically and through the Nintendo eShop. Visually, Yoshi’s Crafted World stands out as one of the most unique platformers on the Switch.

The world is painstakingly constructed to evoke the feel of a child’s craft table: cardboard backdrops, paper cut-outs, and household items transformed into playgrounds for the lovable green dinosaur.

The meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout, from Shy Guys waving tiny handmade butterflies to trains fashioned from soda cans.

This cohesive art direction delivers a whimsical, immersive experience fans and critics have widely praised. Gameplay-wise, Yoshi’s Crafted World builds upon the core mechanics established in previous entries while introducing fresh twists.

Unlike classic Yoshi games, levels in Crafted World allow players to traverse both forward and backward within the planes of each stage, adding depth and new exploration opportunities.

The egg-throwing system also receives an upgrade with fully-controlled aiming, letting players target objects and enemies across layers of the scenery, enriching both puzzle-solving and collectible hunting. One standout feature is the ‘flipside’ mechanic, which enables players to revisit levels from a reversed perspective, uncovering hidden Poochy Pups and previously missed secrets.

Although less prominent than early previews suggested, this design choice encourages replayability and thorough exploration.

While the earlier idea of dual Yoshi ground-pounding to flip levels did not make the final cut, the ability to view stages from multiple sides remains a subtle yet effective enhancement. Cooperative play, a staple for Yoshi games, feels more balanced and cooperative in this outing.

Unlike earlier titles where players could easily get in each other’s way, Crafted World's co-op enables players to help each other more strategically, though friendly antics like swallowing and launching your partner remain intact for those inclined toward competitive fun. Yoshi’s Crafted World may not completely reinvent the platforming genre, but its charming presentation, inventive level design, and thoughtfully improved mechanics make it a standout title on the Nintendo Switch.

Fans of the series and newcomers alike will find plenty to enjoy in this lovingly crafted adventure from Good-Feel and Nintendo. Yoshi’s Crafted World is available now for Nintendo Switch, continuing the legacy of inventive Nintendo platformers both for solo players and families.

As with past successes, this entry underscores Nintendo and Good-Feel's commitment to quality and creativity in game development.

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