Review: Mini Island Challenge (Nintendo Switch)

Explore the four islands, each with a unique theme, and beat their challenges. Casual-friendly mechanics, straight forward gameplay, and the unique art style make the perfect, easy-to-grab entertainment.

Pros:

• Decent cartoon style graphics.
• 554mb download size.
• Four islands to choose from-Red/Snow/Mini and mini Island night.
• All four islands are unlocked at the beginning.
• Joycon and dual Joycon controller support.
• Side scroller shooter gameplay.
• Boss rush style encounters.
• Upon killing a boss you get to choose a reward from the offerings and can be things like more health or defense.
• Stats change as you pick up new items.
• Dodge move that can go through enemies.
• 3D backdrop.
• Fast paced.

Cons:

• Really long frequent load times.
• Tutorial is so heavy.
• No idea what’s going on.
• All boss fights play out the same.
• Feels repetitive.