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The wicked Grape and the Sour Bunch have taken over the Sparkle Theater, and now it's up to Peach and the theater's guardian Stella to save the play––and the day! Peach can transform and use fantastic showstopping abilities to face off against the Sour Bunch. Fend off the Sour Bunch with sensational swordplay as a swordfighter...en garde! In another role, Peach puts on her detective hat to find out whodunnit in a museum mystery. From kung fu master to pastry chef, Peach’s roles give you distinctly powerful ways to save the play!
Game analysis
Monster Scorecard
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Story and Narrative
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76
Critics praise Princess Peach: Showtime! for its fresh take on the Mario series, showcasing Peach as the main protagonist with diverse abilities. Some critics note the shallow plot and lack of character development, but overall, the game is applauded for its whimsical narrative and empowering portrayal of Princess Peach.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
76
Positive (80-100)
62%
Mixed (50-79)
36%
Negative (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics praise Princess Peach: Showtime! for its fresh take on the Mario series, showcasing Peach as the main protagonist with diverse abilities. Some critics note the shallow plot and lack of character development, but overall, the game is applauded for its whimsical narrative and empowering portrayal of Princess Peach.
Gameplay Mechanics
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77
Princess Peach: Showtime! impresses critics with its charming and varied gameplay mechanics, including hack n' slash, stealth, beat em' up, puzzle, rhythm, and platforming. The game offers a collection of simple and charming stories suitable for children, with diverse abilities for Princess Peach providing unique gameplay experiences. However, some critics find certain powers underwhelming and the gameplay losing steam in later stages. While praised for its creative level design and entertaining boss battles, others criticize the game for being shallow and lacking depth in mechanics. Overall, Princess Peach: Showtime! caters well to a younger audience or players seeking a relaxed gaming experience, blending traditional platforming elements with theatrical charm.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
77
Positive (80-100)
47%
Mixed (50-79)
51%
Negative (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Princess Peach: Showtime! impresses critics with its charming and varied gameplay mechanics, including hack n' slash, stealth, beat em' up, puzzle, rhythm, and platforming. The game offers a collection of simple and charming stories suitable for children, with diverse abilities for Princess Peach providing unique gameplay experiences. However, some critics find certain powers underwhelming and the gameplay losing steam in later stages. While praised for its creative level design and entertaining boss battles, others criticize the game for being shallow and lacking depth in mechanics. Overall, Princess Peach: Showtime! caters well to a younger audience or players seeking a relaxed gaming experience, blending traditional platforming elements with theatrical charm.
Graphics and Visual Design
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79
Reviewers praise Princess Peach: Showtime!'s delightful graphics and visual design, with detailed environments and diverse costumes. However, some critics note technical limitations like blurry graphics and framerate issues. Overall, the game's artistic direction and theatrical aesthetic receive widespread acclaim despite these challenges, showcasing Nintendo's creativity in visual design.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
79
Positive (80-100)
66%
Mixed (50-79)
30%
Negative (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Reviewers praise Princess Peach: Showtime!'s delightful graphics and visual design, with detailed environments and diverse costumes. However, some critics note technical limitations like blurry graphics and framerate issues. Overall, the game's artistic direction and theatrical aesthetic receive widespread acclaim despite these challenges, showcasing Nintendo's creativity in visual design.
Music and Sound Design
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73
Critics have mixed opinions on the sound design and music of Princess Peach: Showtime! Positive feedback highlights how the music enhances gameplay and contributes to the game's vibe, with individual soundtracks earning praise. However, some critics criticize issues like sound effects quality, limited voice acting, and lack of standout music. Overall, while there are flaws, many agree that the sound design and music add to the thematic experience positively, despite some areas needing improvement.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
73
Positive (80-100)
47%
Mixed (50-79)
53%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics have mixed opinions on the sound design and music of Princess Peach: Showtime! Positive feedback highlights how the music enhances gameplay and contributes to the game's vibe, with individual soundtracks earning praise. However, some critics criticize issues like sound effects quality, limited voice acting, and lack of standout music. Overall, while there are flaws, many agree that the sound design and music add to the thematic experience positively, despite some areas needing improvement.
Voice Acting
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voice acting
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Technical Performance
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58
Critics have mixed reviews on Princess Peach: Showtime! technical performance for Nintendo Switch. Some praise smooth gameplay, while others criticize long loading times, frame rate drops, and visual issues. Overall, technical shortcomings overshadow the game's enjoyable aspects, leaving room for improvement for a more polished gaming experience on the Nintendo Switch.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
58
Positive (80-100)
3%
Mixed (50-79)
83%
Negative (0-49)
14%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Critics have mixed reviews on Princess Peach: Showtime! technical performance for Nintendo Switch. Some praise smooth gameplay, while others criticize long loading times, frame rate drops, and visual issues. Overall, technical shortcomings overshadow the game's enjoyable aspects, leaving room for improvement for a more polished gaming experience on the Nintendo Switch.
Replay Value
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64
Princess Peach: Showtime! offers replay value with hidden items and customization, but critics differ on its depth. Some praise the variety of levels and challenges, while others find it lacking longevity. The game may appeal more to younger or casual players seeking charm over substance.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
64
Positive (80-100)
18%
Mixed (50-79)
69%
Negative (0-49)
13%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Princess Peach: Showtime! offers replay value with hidden items and customization, but critics differ on its depth. Some praise the variety of levels and challenges, while others find it lacking longevity. The game may appeal more to younger or casual players seeking charm over substance.
Overall Verdict
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MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
72
Positive (80-100)
42%
Mixed (50-79)
57%
Negative (0-49)
1%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Princess Peach: Showtime! impresses with creativity and charm, praised for captivating visuals and a positive portrayal of Princess Peach. However, critics point out shortcomings like lack of challenge, technical issues, and limited replay value. While appealing to younger audiences, the game falls short for experienced players. Overall, it offers a delightful experience but lacks depth and polish for a broader audience.
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MONSTER
Reviews
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VG247
Mar 21, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime is a refreshing and empowering game that showcases Peach in various roles, offering a mix of gameplay styles and challenges that cater to both adult and seasoned gamers, with minor frustrations in boss fights but overall providing moments of sheer joy and whimsy.
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90
Digitally Downloaded
Mar 25, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime is a wonderful, playful, and clever game that redefines Peach as a multifaceted hero while maintaining her character's essence. It offers a valuable and memorable experience that could potentially lead to a new successful property for Nintendo.
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90
TierraGamer
Mar 21, 2024
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Recommended choice for players of all skill levels, fun and enjoyable experience for a broad audience on the Nintendo Switch platform
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90
Siliconera
Mar 22, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime is a fantastic action-adventure title with enjoyable combat and a plethora of collectibles, despite some repetitive boss battles. It holds its own as a Super Mario spin-off and offers a fun and replayable experience.
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85
CGMagazine
Mar 21, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime! offers a delightful and creative experience, with a strong foundation for potential future games in the series, showcasing the beloved character in a new light.
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85
Wccftech
Mar 21, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime! is a fun and diverse game that caters to a younger audience and those looking for a fresh take on Princess Peach, despite its short length and performance issues.
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85
Everyeye.it
Mar 21, 2024
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Impresses with accessible and diverse gameplay, sensational artistic direction, making it a must-play for fans of this genre.
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85
XGN
Mar 21, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime! is praised for its enjoyable gameplay, diverse costumes, and the empowering portrayal of Princess Peach as a capable heroine, despite lacking significant challenge and being relatively short.
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Atomix
Mar 21, 2024
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Overall, 'Princess Peach Showtime!' offers a delightful and enjoyable experience, especially for those who appreciate Good-Feel's educational game design approach.
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80
Eurogamer
Mar 21, 2024
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Princess Peach: Showtime! is a refreshing and empowering installment in the Super Mario series, offering innovative gameplay, engaging storylines, and diverse characterizations that break away from traditional gender stereotypes, making it a must-play for fans of the franchise.
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