Inscryption

 Switch
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. TierraGamer
    Jan 5, 2023
    90
    Terrifying and enigmatic, Incryption is an unparalleled experience that proves that you don't need miles of exploration or complicated dynamics to fascinate, horrify, and simultaneously teach you how much fun card games can be, especially when you add a few dungeons to them.
  2. TouchArcade
    Dec 21, 2022
    90
    While I hope Inscryption gets touchscreen support in a future update, it has arrived as an excellent conversion on Nintendo’s hybrid system. If you skipped prior releases with the hope of enjoying Inscryption on the go, your wait has been worth it. I’m looking forward to grabbing the eventual physical release. If you enjoy unique takes on narratives, Inscryption is a game you do not want to miss. It also shines on the OLED display on Switch.
  3. SECTOR.sk
    Dec 19, 2022
    90
    Inscryption is one of the best games of the past year, and thanks to the new Switch version, it ranks among the most interesting games that came out this year. It offers an immersive meta-story and fun card battles that complement each other beautifully.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    Dec 6, 2022
    90
    If you’re a fan of scary movies or games that don’t spell out their story, I’m certain that you will enjoy what Inscryption has to offer very much. But it was the deckbuilding system, sigils and strategy that kept me coming back again and again and again. Inscryption feels like the perfect fit on Switch and is great on the go. While I thought I would play it in short sessions, the game kept pulling me in again and again to play for hours on end. You’ll definitely get everything you’ve asked for and more while playing Inscryption and it makes for one must of a card game on the Nintendo Switch.
  6. Nintenduo
    Dec 20, 2022
    86
    Inscryption is a journey that will not leave you indifferent. Although his constant desire to surprise the player leads him to take many risks, it achieves what it sets out to do in most cases.
  7. Pure Nintendo
    Jan 3, 2023
    80
    Turn off the lights and go into your play of Inscryption knowing you will experience a narrative like no other. The gameplay is well done, but the story that lies under it is perfect. If you are a horror fan, do not skip this one.
  8. Nintendo Life
    Dec 5, 2022
    80
    It’s hard to talk about the specifics of Inscryption without diluting some of its magic. However, its ingenuity is mind-boggling, its mood is devilishly haunting and its presentation is first-rate. As a deck builder, it’s stretched about as far as it can go, and by jumping around between concepts it sometimes asks for a lot of from the player. The pay-off, however, is one of the most impressive feats of video game storytelling there is. If you’re new to Daniel Mullins Games then you’re in for even more of a treat, but existing fans, too, shouldn’t think they have the measure of what awaits on Inscryption’s dusty old floppy disk.

Awards & Rankings

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#13 Best Switch Game of 2022
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#62 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. Kardveio
    Feb 8, 2023
    3
    The first act of the game is great fun, as you slowly solve the mystery of the cabin and build you deck. loved every second of it. however,The first act of the game is great fun, as you slowly solve the mystery of the cabin and build you deck. loved every second of it. however, the second act went out of its way to ruin everything that made me love the first act. The art style is different, the horror elements are all gone, theres no draw control over your hand, and the boss fights are just stupidly unfun.… Full Review »
  2. LuxrayLloyd
    Feb 5, 2023
    10
    This game is absolute perfection. I waited so long for this game to come to Switch and it was beyond worth it. Every aspect of this game is aThis game is absolute perfection. I waited so long for this game to come to Switch and it was beyond worth it. Every aspect of this game is a 10/10. Story? Characters? Gameplay(s)? All perfect! Each and every twist made me appreciate this game more and more. I have never liked a game as wholly as this. I would 100% recommend this to literally everyone.… Full Review »
  3. Rowualfo
    Jan 25, 2023
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. The first phase (the cabin) seemed amazing to me and had me hooked for days. The second one not soOne of the best games I've ever played. The first phase (the cabin) seemed amazing to me and had me hooked for days. The second one not so much, but still quite good. I'm lovin 'it!… Full Review »
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