“Were it not for a truly delightful core gameplay loop, Golem Gates would be an easy pass. As it is, there is a compelling experience to be found, but it's buried deep.” Nintendo World Report · 6 years ago Review: Golem Gates (Nintendo Switch)
: Reviewers from TheSixthAxis enjoyed the combat-heavy focus and the strategic complexity offered by over 100 collectible cards. Performance Issues on Switch Golem Gates Switch NSP Update (eShop)
: In handheld mode, the game can appear "fuzzy," making it difficult to distinguish between different units during large battles. “Were it not for a truly delightful core
: You control a central character; if they die, the match is over. This adds a layer of protection and resource management as you balance offense and defense. : You control a central character; if they
: Play in tablet mode with separate Joy-Cons. Use the buttons for shortcuts and the touchscreen for box-selecting units, which feels much more natural for an RTS than using analog sticks. What the Critics Say
“Golem Gates is a great strategy title that blends CCG and RTS elements into an enjoyable combat-heavy form, while offering a world and soundscape that I immediately fell in love with.” TheSixthAxis · Digerati · 6 years ago
on the Nintendo Switch eShop is frequently highlighted by reviewers as a bold but flawed hybrid of Real-Time Strategy (RTS) and Collectible Card Game (CCG) elements. While the core "glyph" (card) mechanic is praised for its innovation, the Switch port suffers from significant technical hurdles. Core Gameplay & Mechanics