59
MONSTER
An all-new South Park game is coming… in 3D. Join Cartman, Stan, Kyle and Kenny, in three-dimensional glory, to celebrate the most magical day in any young child’s life - a snow day! Grab up to three friends and battle your way through the snow-piled streets of South Park on a quest to save the world and enjoy a day without school.
Game analysis
Monster Scorecard
EXPAND ALL
Story and Narrative
Expand for full analysis
61
Critics are divided on South Park: Snow Day! Some praise its irreverent humor and originality, while others find it lacking the iconic humor and memorable moments of the series. Overall, the game struggles to deliver the sharp satire and engagement of previous titles, leaving a lukewarm impression on reviewers.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
61
Positive (80-100)
30%
Mixed (50-79)
45%
Negative (0-49)
26%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics are divided on South Park: Snow Day! Some praise its irreverent humor and originality, while others find it lacking the iconic humor and memorable moments of the series. Overall, the game struggles to deliver the sharp satire and engagement of previous titles, leaving a lukewarm impression on reviewers.
Gameplay Mechanics
Expand for full analysis
57
Critics have mixed feelings about South Park: Snow Day! Positive aspects include a card-based system and engaging co-op play, but the game falls short with repetitive combat, dull mechanics, and lack of depth. Critics point out issues like floaty movement, imprecise controls, and lack of variety in weapons and skills. While some unique elements are appreciated, overall, the game fails to deliver an immersive and exciting gameplay experience, leaving players wanting more innovation and excitement.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
57
Positive (80-100)
28%
Mixed (50-79)
40%
Negative (0-49)
32%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Critics have mixed feelings about South Park: Snow Day! Positive aspects include a card-based system and engaging co-op play, but the game falls short with repetitive combat, dull mechanics, and lack of depth. Critics point out issues like floaty movement, imprecise controls, and lack of variety in weapons and skills. While some unique elements are appreciated, overall, the game fails to deliver an immersive and exciting gameplay experience, leaving players wanting more innovation and excitement.
Graphics and Visual Design
Expand for full analysis
61
Critics are divided on the graphics of South Park: Snow Day! Some praise the transition to 3D visuals for its smoothness and unique aesthetics, while others criticize it for lacking distinctiveness and vibrancy compared to previous games. Overall, opinions on the visual design range from appreciation for its charm and humor to concerns about bland environments and lack of variety.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
61
Positive (80-100)
30%
Mixed (50-79)
51%
Negative (0-49)
19%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics are divided on the graphics of South Park: Snow Day! Some praise the transition to 3D visuals for its smoothness and unique aesthetics, while others criticize it for lacking distinctiveness and vibrancy compared to previous games. Overall, opinions on the visual design range from appreciation for its charm and humor to concerns about bland environments and lack of variety.
Music and Sound Design
Expand for full analysis
66
Critics had mixed feelings about the sound design and music in South Park: Snow Day! Some praised the strong voice acting and impressive soundtrack for enhancing the gameplay experience, while others criticized the lack of impact and variety in sound design. Despite some dated humor elements, the game generally received a somewhat positive reception for capturing the essence of South Park through its audio elements. Overall, there were areas for improvement, but the voice acting and music were highlighted as strengths by many reviewers.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
66
Positive (80-100)
33%
Mixed (50-79)
52%
Negative (0-49)
14%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics had mixed feelings about the sound design and music in South Park: Snow Day! Some praised the strong voice acting and impressive soundtrack for enhancing the gameplay experience, while others criticized the lack of impact and variety in sound design. Despite some dated humor elements, the game generally received a somewhat positive reception for capturing the essence of South Park through its audio elements. Overall, there were areas for improvement, but the voice acting and music were highlighted as strengths by many reviewers.
Voice Acting
Expand for full analysis
66
Critics have mixed feelings about the voice acting in South Park: Snow Day! Some praise Trey Parker and Matt Stone's performances for staying true to the show's style and adding authenticity, while others criticize the repetitive voice lines and lackluster humor. Overall, most reviewers appreciate the voice acting for capturing the essence of South Park characters and contributing to the comedic tone of the game, despite some shortcomings.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
66
Positive (80-100)
38%
Mixed (50-79)
54%
Negative (0-49)
8%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics have mixed feelings about the voice acting in South Park: Snow Day! Some praise Trey Parker and Matt Stone's performances for staying true to the show's style and adding authenticity, while others criticize the repetitive voice lines and lackluster humor. Overall, most reviewers appreciate the voice acting for capturing the essence of South Park characters and contributing to the comedic tone of the game, despite some shortcomings.
Technical Performance
Expand for full analysis
55
Critics had mixed reactions to the technical performance of the game on different platforms. Xbox Series X received praise for stability but was criticized for AI and collision issues. Nintendo Switch faced significant technical problems, except for Pocket Tactics, which had a smooth experience. PlayStation 5 and PC platforms generally had smooth gameplay, but some critics noted specific technical issues. Overall, most platforms had stable performance, with occasional issues reported.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
55
Positive (80-100)
32%
Mixed (50-79)
42%
Negative (0-49)
26%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Critics had mixed reactions to the technical performance of the game on different platforms. Xbox Series X received praise for stability but was criticized for AI and collision issues. Nintendo Switch faced significant technical problems, except for Pocket Tactics, which had a smooth experience. PlayStation 5 and PC platforms generally had smooth gameplay, but some critics noted specific technical issues. Overall, most platforms had stable performance, with occasional issues reported.
Replay Value
Expand for full analysis
52
Critics are divided on the replay value of South Park: Snow Day! Some praise the multiplayer feature and variety of gameplay options for enhancing replayability, while others criticize the repetitive nature and lack of depth as limiting factors. Overall, the general consensus is that the game may offer some replayability through certain aspects, but falls short of providing a truly engaging and compelling experience for players looking for long-term enjoyment.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
52
Positive (80-100)
18%
Mixed (50-79)
42%
Negative (0-49)
40%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics are divided on the replay value of South Park: Snow Day! Some praise the multiplayer feature and variety of gameplay options for enhancing replayability, while others criticize the repetitive nature and lack of depth as limiting factors. Overall, the general consensus is that the game may offer some replayability through certain aspects, but falls short of providing a truly engaging and compelling experience for players looking for long-term enjoyment.
Overall Verdict
59
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
59
Positive (80-100)
13%
Mixed (50-79)
58%
Negative (0-49)
30%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Critics have mixed feelings about South Park: Snow Day! Some praise its humor and engaging gameplay, while others criticize its lack of innovation and failure to meet the standards of previous South Park titles. Overall, the consensus is disappointment, with many noting the game's dated humor, repetitive gameplay, and underwhelming execution compared to the beloved franchise.
59
MONSTER
Reviews
120 reviews found90
GameGrin
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! is an excellent game full of humor, personality, and engaging gameplay. It is recommended for fans of the show and previous South Park games.
Read full review
90
GamersRD
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! delivers on the franchise's tradition of entertaining and humorous gameplay. While not groundbreaking, it provides a solid experience for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
Read full review
90
GameSkinny
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day is praised for its D&D-style gameplay, replayability, challenging levels, and South Park humor. The only downside mentioned is the performance of CPU allies. It is recommended for South Park fans and as a fun co-op experience.
Read full review
85
GamingTrend
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! offers a fun and engaging experience for fans of the series, with a unique gameplay style, solid graphics, and good replay value. Priced at $29.99, it provides a good amount of content for the cost.
Read full review
80
Twinfinite
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day is a hilarious and entertaining game that offers a fun experience for fans of the show and previous South Park titles. The gameplay, graphics, and humor make it a great choice for players looking for a light-hearted adventure.
Read full review
80
Pocket Tactics
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day is a great time for any South Park fan, offering new mechanics, hilarious characters, and charm that will leave players smiling.
Read full review
80
Shacknews
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! delivers a new genre experience within the South Park setting, maintaining the franchise's charm and humor. It offers intense combat, fast missions, and laughs, making it a great choice for playing with friends.
Read full review
80
Dot Esports
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! is praised for its presentation, satisfying combat, and entertainment value, making it a fun and relaxing experience for fans of South Park and action games. It serves as a good introduction to a potential series of action games.
Read full review
75
CGMagazine
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day! is recommended for longtime fans of the TV series who enjoy multiplayer experiences, offering a good amount of content for its price.
Read full review
75
God is a Geek
Mar 25, 2024
AI-generated summary • May contain inaccuracies • See full review for precise details
South Park: Snow Day offers a unique take on the roguelike genre with fantastic humor and familiar characters. While combat can be repetitive and challenging, the game is worth playing for fans of the show.
Read full review