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Headland

2022
GenresAdventure, Indie, Action, RPG, Top-Down Perspective, Single Player
AvailableJan 13, 2022
PlatformNintendo Switch
DeveloperNorthplay ApS
Overview

A powerful force shatters the imagination core from Nor’s Headland. With his robot friends he has to find the fragments and fight to regain his limitless creativity. Headland is a fast paced action adventure game from the award winning studio Northplay. Experience a completely new take on the action adventure genre built entirely around mobile. Fight a host of monsters in our unique swipe-and-tap-based combat system. Unlock new weapons in arenas and upgrade them using resources gathered on your journey. Tap through a story full of vivid characters and explore a big beautiful imaginary world. Headland is a game that you can finish. No microtransactions, ads or retention mechanics. The game is free to download featuring the first 45 minutes of gameplay. The rest of the game is unlocked through a single purchase. The full game features 5+ hours of rich story-driven and action packed gameplay with an ending.

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11 reviews found

80

LadiesGamers.com

Jan 13, 2022

Headland is an enjoyable game that I did have fun with. Of course, you can go back to each level to increase your score and find any secrets you may have missed, but that’s about it for replayability. I do have one gripe about the game’s price on the Switch. For a game priced at £4.99 in the App Store, I’m not sure the price of the Switch port at £17.99 is fully justified.


80

Finger Guns

Nintendo Switch

Jan 13, 2022

Headland is an action adventure journey into the imagination. Although not breaking any new ground in the genre, the story, gameplay and combat is exciting and suitable from any age player. It’s full of vibrant colour, an endearing story and secrets to uncover that are worth spending your time on. Headland is available January 13th on Mobile Platforms and Nintendo Switch (Review Platform).


80

Switch Player

Nintendo Switch

Feb 25, 2022

With its imaginative premise and simple gameplay design, Headland is an enjoyable title for all. Some performance flaws aside, this is a brilliant example of how to bring a game from mobile to Switch, for an arguably improved experience.


75

COGconnected

Nintendo Switch

Jan 18, 2022

A fast-paced and easy-to-navigate game, there is never a dull moment in Headland. Levels don’t take forever to clear. Rewards are not impossible to earn, and death and failure are forgivable. Headland has a simple plot with a fearless protagonist. It features quick battles without requiring players to think deeply about their actions and choices. Though it may not have a memorable story, Headland provides more than a momentary enjoyment for would-be adventurers.


70

GameSpew

Nintendo Switch

Feb 1, 2022

Headland won’t set your world on fire, but it will provide you with a pleasant way to spend a couple of afternoons. This cute, colourful adventure isn’t about challenging or testing you in any way; it’s simply about having fun, exploring, and helping a young boy fix a robot. A


70

NintendoWorldReport

Nintendo Switch

Jan 19, 2022

Headland is a cute game with a heartwarming narrative that is just simply enjoyable. It doesn’t hit high highs and the only real brushes with low lows are the dregs of the combat. I’d most recommend it if you have a younger gamer in your household looking for a charming romp with a positive message about creativity.


70

Pure Nintendo

Nintendo Switch

Jan 13, 2022

Headland is a simple but cute and well-made action adventure game, populated with cute characters, colourful settings and a surprisingly heart-warming message.


70

TouchArcade

Nintendo Switch

Jan 25, 2022

Headland is worth considering if you’re looking for some simple monster mashing enjoyment, but don’t expect it to tax your skills or wits in any serious fashion. SwitchArcade Score: 3.5/5 Labyrinth Legend ($14.99) It’s apparently dungeon crawler review day, friends.


70

GameSkinny

Nintendo Switch

Jan 12, 2022

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Nindie Spotlight

Jan 13, 2022

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