Miitopia
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- May 21, 2021
- Nintendo
- RPG
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- May 21, 2021
- RPG
- Users Interact
Critics Consensus
# Reviews: 34
Miitopia has phenomenal character creation and personality, but it is a shallow and repetitive RPG experience that won't hold your interest for long.
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Miitopia is mostly the same on Switch, to a fault. If you weren’t crazy about this one on 3DS it won’t change your mind, and the same flaws are intact here. Still, if you’re an incredibly creative person that loves to spend their days endlessly perfecting Miis, you’ll find a lot to love here. While its shortcomings are laid bare, its core strength, personality, is at the forefront.
Miitopia’s great character creation is wasted on a shallow, repetitive RPG experience.
Miitopia comes to the Nintendo Switch, and while it’s a good fit for a bigger screen, the game itself remains nearly unchanged from the original 3DS version.
Chris Carter (Desctructoid)
6.5/10 - (Read Review)
Miitopia is mostly the same on Switch, to a fault. If you weren’t crazy about this one on 3DS it won’t change your mind, and the same flaws are intact here. Still, if you’re an incredibly creative person that loves to spend their days endlessly perfecting Miis, you’ll find a lot to love here. While its shortcomings are laid bare, its core strength, personality, is at the forefront.
Heidi Kemps (GameSpot)
5/10 - (Read Review)
Miitopia’s great character creation is wasted on a shallow, repetitive RPG experience.
Jon Hueber (We Got This Covered)
3/5 stars - (Read Review)
Miitopia comes to the Nintendo Switch, and while it’s a good fit for a bigger screen, the game itself remains nearly unchanged from the original 3DS version.
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Areajugones | Javier Reglero | 7.8 / 10 | 05-24-2021 | ‎"Miitopia" is an RPG that can be shallow. However, this title shines especially thanks to its protagonists: the Mii. That our character can lead a group of heroes in which there are also his friends, family or famous characters that he admires is a real enjoy. In addition, we also found it very interesting to be able to raise the level of affinity between the Mii, and how this affinity is reflected in the cooperation between characters in battles‎ | Read review |
Atomix | Sebastian Quiroz | 80 / 100 | 05-28-2021 | Miitopia is a very charismatic game that offers us the necessary tools to create all kinds of Mii. While this port may not be worth a second purchase for everyone who already owns the game on 3DS, this is a fun adventure from start to finish. | Read review |
But Why Tho? | Jason Flatt | 8 / 10 | 05-23-2021 | Miitopia is a simple RPG with a few very unmodern character-creating mechanics. Whether you are charmed by Miis or not is certainly your own prerogative, but the gameplay itself is perfect for beginner RPG players with its focus on relationships between your party members. Longtime RPG players may find a good time in its relative simplicity. | Read review |
CGMagazine | Preston Dozsa | 4 / 10 | 05-26-2021 | Miitopia is whimsical in its opening hours, but becomes repetitive far too quickly. | Read review |
Checkpoint Gaming | Charlie Kelly | 6 / 10 | 05-30-2021 | I understand Nintendo seeing an appeal in releasing Miitopia on the Switch. It’s that kind of family-friendly adventure with social capabilities that’ll help it remain in the zeitgeist whilst also generating money. Still, I can’t help but be frustrated by the minimal additions the game has on offer with this new port. On a 3DS, Miitopia is a great and fun delightful integration. On the Switch, it’s only a decent adventure with some laughs and time-killing to be had. I wanted more. | Read review |
COGconnected | James Paley | 72 / 100 | 05-26-2021 | Personal freedom and flexibility are essential components in any good RPG. Miitopia has this in spades, yet it’s sorely lacking in some other key areas. Things like the main narrative and the RPG portion are relatively threadbare. Even so, the highlights are charming enough that you’re not so concerned about that. In some respects, there’s barely a game here at all. And yet, I’m still charmed by what I consider to be the core gameplay. Not the tedious battles or the humdrum story, but the interpersonal bonds and endless customization. If you’re looking for some laid-back fun in short chunks, this will be perfect for you. On the other hand, the game is missing big sections of what makes a good RPG. So long as you’re up for a leisurely tour through an endless succession of inns, Miitopia will be a great time. | Read review |
Critical Hit | Darryn Bonthuys | 7 / 10 | 05-28-2021 | Miitopia still retains its charm as it hops from 3DS to Switch, as well as a decent upgrade in the visual department. It's no 100-hour epic, but it's a cute and quirky little RPG that makes for an adorable distraction when you need to let your brain rest for a bit. | Read review |
Cubed3 | Jenny Geist | 6 / 10 | 06-21-2021 | Like this remake's newly-added horse character, Miitopia is a bit of a one-trick pony. Beyond a few rare format changes, what you experience in the first hour is basically what you'll be doing for the entire game. This will likely drive away some, particularly those looking for a more challenging experience, but for others, this pony's "one trick" isn't inherently bad. While much of the playthrough is spent fast-forwarding through repeated environments, there's still plenty of charming moments that are worth slowing down for. It isn't the most exciting title ever, but it does make you smile… and sometimes, that's all you really need. | Read review |
Daily Star | Tom Hutchison | 3 / 5 stars | 05-27-2021 | It’s not too taxing and the gameplay is easily conquerable, meaning older gamers should probably avoid. And while it does get very samey after a while, the storytelling is always funny and the extra element of putting yourself in the game adds to the lols. | Read review |
Destructoid | Chris Carter | 6.5 / 10 | 05-28-2021 | Miitopia is mostly the same on Switch, to a fault. If you weren't crazy about this one on 3DS it won't change your mind, and the same flaws are intact here. Still, if you're an incredibly creative person that loves to spend their days endlessly perfecting Miis, you'll find a lot to love here. While its shortcomings are laid bare, its core strength, personality, is at the forefront. | Read review |
Digitally Downloaded | Matt Sainsbury | 4.5 / 5 stars | 05-24-2021 | I rarely laugh out loud as much as I have had with this one, and that is more impressive of a feat than Nintendo will get credit for. It's hard to get humour right over something as extended in length as a JRPG, and Nintendo nailed it. | Read review |
Gameblog | Yann Bernard | 8 / 10 | 05-25-2021 | Beyond the improved visuals and supplementary customization options, the additional member of the team played by the horse proves the main evolution of Grezzo's port, which makes the adventure even more pleasant for young audience, while RPG veterans may surely appreciate such irony, too reminiscent of the 3DS version though. | Read review |
GameMAG | Unknown | 7 / 10 | 06-18-2021 | Unfortunately, the game is quite toothless in terms of difficulty, with a slow pace of narration and sometimes monotonous gameplay. But at the same time, it has a charmingly fun atmosphere. This is a naive but creative tale, where you are the main creator of mini-stories. | Read review |
Gamerheadquarters | Jason Stettner | 6.2 / 10 | 06-09-2021 | Miitopia is basically a game that plays itself, being rather mundane and most of the time boring. That being said it does have a rather enjoyable core loop that I can see beginners to the genre loving. | Read review |
GameSpot | Heidi Kemps | 5 / 10 | 05-28-2021 | Miitopia's great character creation is wasted on a shallow, repetitive RPG experience. | Read review |
GamingTrend | David Flynn | 75 / 100 | 05-31-2021 | Miitopia is a fun and funny if flawed game. While this rerelease may be worthwhile to some for the character creator alone, its unwillingness to provide deeper and more balanced gameplay makes it difficult to want to experience everything the game has to offer or even just finish it. | Read review |
God is a Geek | Lyle Carr | 8 / 10 | 05-28-2021 | Miitopia is a game packed full of adorable moments and Nintendo charm, but don't go in expecting the deepest RPG experience around. | Read review |
Hardcore Gamer | Jeremy Peeples | 4 / 5 stars | 05-25-2021 | Miitopia on Switch is a fantastic conversion from the 3DS and does an admirable job at enhancing the experience. | Read review |
Hobby Consolas | Javier Escribano | 71 / 100 | 05-28-2021 | A make-up editor for the Mii characters doesn't sound like much, but it makes a huge difference in our perception of Miitopia. Its LIMITLESS possibilities when creating any character reinforce even more the brilliant sense of humor of the game... because the gameplay is way too simple and repetitive to hold your interest for long. | Read review |
IGN Italy | Alessandra Borgonovo | 6.8 / 10 | 07-27-2017 | A not-so-evolved version of the 3DS game, Miitopia is fine for children but too limited for experienced gamers. | Read review |
Merlin'in Kazanı | Samet Basri Taşlı | 70 / 100 | 06-13-2021 | Although it becomes repetitive after a while, it is a game that I can recommend for both players who are new to the RPG genre and those who are looking for a game where they can spend time without thinking too much. | Read review |
Nintendo Enthusiast | Dominick Ashtear | 8.5 / 10 | 06-10-2021 | Miitopia feels almost anachronistic, despite being originally released just four short years ago. The gameplay, the design, and even the very presence of Miis all remind you that this is a port from another era of Nintendo. That being said, it's a celebration of the Mii, giving them character and life and new customization options. I hope the success of this title can spur the Big N to continue making quirky, random, exciting things. | Read review |
Nintendo Life | Alex Olney | 7 / 10 | 05-21-2021 | Miitopia is a weird old game, that's for sure. If from what you've read you think you'd enjoy seeing King King Dedede (sic) encouraging our very own Zion Grassl to marry his daughter Kazooie over Jon Cartwright, then you're bound to have a good time with this. It's very much the type of game in which you get out as much as you put in; if you're not into injecting a copy of Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash into the role of a genie then you might want to think twice, or at least give the free demo a whirl. Whimsy and madcap situations a-plenty, this is a crossover that could rival Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, provided you're willing to put the effort in. | Read review |
Nintendo Wire | Jaxson Tapp | 8.5 / 10 | 06-01-2021 | The new Mii customization options and the horse editor are both whimsical strokes of genius, and they feel right at home in what was already a very enjoyable outing. | Read review |
NintendoWorldReport | Joel DeWitte | 6.5 / 10 | 06-11-2021 | The core battle system is too thin, and the activities and charming character interactions aren't enough to paper over that problem. This is the most robust mii maker, but it's all at a price that's downright terrible. I wanted to like Miitopia more than I did, but it's more like a Mii-nopia. | Read review |
Rapid Reviews UK | Chelsea Beardsmore | 4 / 5 stars | 06-04-2021 | Originally releasing on the Nintendo 3DS back in 2016, the quirky RPG game from Nintendo is back and better than ever after being remastered for the Nintendo Switch. Is Miitopia worth diving into? Or should it have stayed in the past? Let’s find out! | Read review |
RPGamer | Matt Masem | 2.5 / 5 stars | 06-22-2021 | The game can be a lot of fun as a humorous, simplistic RPG, but the slog gets real too soon and too often. There are indeed bright spots in the title, mainly those created by the characters that players assign to roles in the game, but the title far outstays its welcome. | Read review |
Screen Rant | Laura Gray | 3.5 / 5 stars | 06-14-2021 | Laugh at the face of danger. | Read review |
SECTOR.sk | Michal Korec | 7 / 10 | 06-21-2021 | Mii characters with assignet roles are back. They are not worse, neither better. | Read review |
Shacknews | Ozzie Mejia | 7 / 10 | 05-26-2021 | Still, if you like Nintendo's brand of wholesome humor, Miitopia should be right up your alley. If you have a lot of Mii characters saved up, waiting for an adventure just like this, your moment has arrived. | Read review |
The Games Machine | Claudio Magistrelli | 7.8 / 10 | 05-28-2021 | Despite its ups & downs, it's hard not to love Miitopia and its quirkyness. Even the most generic and basic RPG story suddenly becomes a compelling tale if you use friends-shaped Miis as characters and Miitopia adds to this formula a large amount of humor and weirdness that fills the void when the rhythm slows down. If I had a child, this would be the first RPG I'd play with him (or her). | Read review |
TheSixthAxis | Sam Harrison | 7 / 10 | 06-09-2021 | I liked a lot about Miitopia. The Mii cast and the social interactions were the highlight, but I also enjoyed the fun story and the variety of player classes on offer. If you're looking for a deep and tactical JRPG with an excellent story you might want to look elsewhere, but if you're looking for a fun and simple JRPG with a great sense of humour, you should certainly check out Miitopia. | Read review |
Twinfinite | Omar Banat | 3.5 / 5 stars | 06-08-2021 | You’re not going to see Miitopia listed as a game of the year contender anywhere, but it’s a decent game for a console that has not seen many first-party releases over the last year. It’s absolutely worth picking up if you’re just looking for a silly game that can last you a while. | Read review |
We Got This Covered | Jon Hueber | 3 / 5 stars | 06-02-2021 | Miitopia comes to the Nintendo Switch, and while it's a good fit for a bigger screen, the game itself remains nearly unchanged from the original 3DS version. | Read review |
Game Info
Cast your friends, family or anyone you choose in a hilarious adventure to bring down the face-stealing Dark Lord. Create and customize Mii characters of anyone you like—from your favorite celebrities to your dreaded math teacher—and assign them roles or personality traits in the fantasy adventure of a lifetime. With expanded customization in Miitopia, you can even add wigs and makeup to give your characters more…character. Watch your characters come to life as your favorite actor and dear old grandma team up to topple the villainous Dark Lord that resembles your grumpy neighbor!
RELEASE DATES:
DEVELOPER(S):
- Nintendo
PUBLISHER(S):
- Nintendo
GENRES:
- RPG
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- n/a
GAME MODES:
- Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- -
DLC:
- -
BUNDLED IN:
- -
DIRECTOR(S):
- Yuichiro Ito
PRODUCER(S):
- Kouichi Kawamoto
DESIGNER(S):
- Kazuhiro Yoshikawa, Naoya Yamamoto
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Takaomi Ueno
ARTIST(S):
- Kyohei Seki
WRITER(S):
- -
COMPOSER(S):
- Toshiyuki Sudo, Shinji Ushiroda, Yumi Takahashi, Megumi Inoue
GAME MODES:
- Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- n/a
DLC:
- n/a
BUNDLED IN:
- n/a
DIRECTOR(S):
- Yuichiro Ito
PRODUCER(S):
- Kouichi Kawamoto
DESIGNER(S):
- Kazuhiro Yoshikawa, Naoya Yamamoto
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Takaomi Ueno
ARTIST(S):
- Kyohei Seki
WRITER(S):
- n/a
COMPOSER(S):
- Toshiyuki Sudo, Shinji Ushiroda, Yumi Takahashi, Megumi Inoue
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