Nintendo Revives Side-Scrolling Magic With Yoshi's Crafted World
Yoshi's Crafted World brings a fresh, crafty spin to classic Nintendo side-scrolling, successfully capturing the joy of the beloved 1995 original.
Yoshi's Crafted World brings the beloved dinosaur sidekick back to the forefront of Nintendo's lineup, proving that classic side-scrolling platformers still hold immense value on the Switch. Developed by Good-Feel, the game shares creative DNA with previous titles like Yoshi's Wooly World but delivers a far more cohesive and fully realized experience.
Instead of venturing into open-world territory, the game stays true to Nintendo's bread-and-butter linear platforming while introducing clever mechanics to keep the gameplay fresh. Players flip the 3D world to discover hidden paths and collectibles, adding a unique dimensional twist to the traditional left-to-right progression.
The game's DIY-crafted design language, featuring diorama-like levels and seemingly infinite cardboard costumes, makes it an absolute joy to play for all ages. With accessible Mellow Mode and Classic Mode options right from the start, Yoshi's Crafted World successfully recaptures the pure, lighthearted magic that makes classic Nintendo titles so enduring.