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Radical Fish Games
CrossCode
around $20
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61 Pros
67%
5 reviews (0h 51m)
30 Cons
Step into CrossWorlds, a stunning 16-bit Action-RPG that brilliantly simulates the feel of a bustling MMO within a dedicated single-player adventure. CrossCode features a deep, skill-based combat system that will test both your reflexes and strategic thinking. You’ll master a fluid mix of melee strikes, ranged ricochet shots, and powerful elemental...
59%
29 vs 20
Gameplay
80%
16 vs 4
Story & Narrative
100%
3 vs 0
Content & Value
100%
3 vs 0
Graphics & Visuals
100%
2 vs 0
Sound & Music
Reviewer verdict
Across 5 YouTube reviews, the Radical Fish Games CrossCode earns a Summa score of 3.7/5, ranking #20 among Indie Games. Reviewers most often praise its gameplay, story & narrative, originality & innovation, while the most common criticisms concern gameplay, controls & user interface.
CrossCode is widely praised for its engaging, skill-based combat that blends hack-and-slash with bullet-hell mechanics and a large, rewarding skill tree; this was the most frequently mentioned strength across reviews. Reviewers also consistently highlight the game's challenging, varied puzzles and well-designed temples that provide thoughtful breaks from combat, as well as a deep, emotionally engaging story set in a convincing simulated MMO world. The SNES-style pixel art, infectious soundtrack, and generous content/value (noted at a modest price) are recurrent positives, and many reviewers commend the game’s pacing, exploration, and post-game modes that extend replayability.
Most criticisms center on pacing and repetition: several reviewers noted tedious grinding for materials, long and sometimes exhausting temples, and repetitive combat or puzzle patterns that can become frustrating. The early game and tutorials can feel slow or cluttered, and navigation issues—no quest waypoints and a complex map—lead to frequent backtracking and getting lost. A few platform-specific performance concerns (notably the Switch port) and underused side characters were also mentioned but far less frequently than gameplay and navigation complaints.
Analysis based on 5 YouTube reviews (0h 51m of video) with 61 pros and 30 cons extracted.
Pros (61)
Gameplay (29)
- Combat is a fun combination of hack and slash and bullet hell, with a large skill tree and elemental powers. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 2:54
- CrossCode is a single-player action-RPG set in a simulated MMO with none of the manufactured grind typical of MMOs. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 0:21
- The game features an in-depth, rewarding, skill-based combat system that challenges both brain and reflexes. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 0:36
- The combat system requires mastering dodge, throw, guard, and melee mechanics, making gameplay engaging and skillful. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 1:24
- Combat arts add variety with charged attacks and elemental effects, balanced by skill points earned in combat. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 2:36
- Element cooldown mechanic forces strategic planning of attacks, preventing spamming. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 2:49
- Optional party members make combat more manageable and add depth to the story. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 7:00
- Quests evolve from simple fetch tasks to complex, unique missions with varied gameplay mechanics. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 7:28
- Puzzles are challenging and varied, requiring focus and providing a break from combat. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 9:03
- Boss fights incorporate puzzle-like mechanics, making each encounter unique and rewarding mastery. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 10:23
- The game is well-paced with depth in plot, combat, and world design, keeping players engaged over long play sessions. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 12:49
- Overall, the game is a well-rounded experience with great art style, combat, and story, making it a strong Game of the Year contender. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 14:31
- The leveling system is easy to get used to, featuring an elemental system with individual skill trees mostly made up of passive skills that enhance health, defense, and damage, plus combat skills with multiple tiers and new particle effects. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 1:22
- Fantastic puzzle and level design using height maps that enhance exploration and create challenging puzzles integrated throughout the game, similar to Zelda. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 1:57
- Engaging and fun combat system with multiple skills and elements that can be swapped and leveled up, each element having unique skills making combat dynamic and rewarding when mastered. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 2:39
- CrossCode has a complex story and layered gameplay, showing the extended development effort. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 0:42
- Combat is rewarding, allowing freedom to specialize in different elements and styles without forcing choices. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 4:53
- Combat is satisfying and challenging, with fair difficulty and the ability to pick fights strategically. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 5:17
- The game offers difficulty sliders to adjust damage taken or enemy attack rates, which is appreciated. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 6:53
- Puzzles are fun, well-balanced between obscurity and accessibility, providing calming breaks between combat. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 7:05
- The game world is diverse, vertical, and efficient with space, making exploration enjoyable. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 7:34
- The RPG systems offer a lot of freedom and require intimate learning to progress. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 8:26
- CrossCode is truly special, combining an excellent story, frantic combat, and challenging puzzles to create a game that often feels like what I want from Zelda games, especially the 2D ones. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 1:01
- The combat system is frantic, enjoyable, and offers a huge skill tree with elemental attacks and flexibility. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 4:43
- Combat can be as challenging or as easy as you want, with a rewarding ranking system that provides higher rewards for skilled play. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 5:35
- There is a built-in cheat system allowing players to adjust difficulty by reducing enemy damage and attack rate. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 6:10
- The AI companions have personality and charisma, making solo play more engaging. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 3:41
- Exploration is rewarding, with plenty of consumables, crafting materials, and gear to find. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 6:46
- Temples feature complex and challenging puzzles that provide a real adrenaline rush and sense of relief when solved. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 12:39
Story & Narrative (16)
- The game features a deep and vast world that feels like an online game, which is unique for a 2D experience. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 2:16
- The story and characters are endearing, making you feel part of the experience. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 2:03
- The game is funny, heartfelt, and fun to play. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 5:28
- The game balances combat with a world-spanning plot exploring themes like friendship, identity, and work-life balance. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 3:22
- The MMO setting is cleverly simulated with NPCs acting as players, avoiding typical MMO social issues and grind. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 4:08
- The game world is richly detailed with lore, including a unique setting on a moon called Raritan Gem. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 5:07
- Characters are well-developed with varied personalities and positive MMO community representation. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 5:52
- Hidden lore and backstory add depth for players interested in the game's universe. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 13:37
- The story gets significantly more entertaining as it progresses, with a normal mock online setting, emotional backstory, and main characters' social development creating a truly unforgettable experience. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 0:27
- The story features clever writing and rewarding combat, serving as a love letter to the 16-bit era and a worthy modern RPG. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 0:55
- The in-game MMO setting is absorbing with well-written side quests and diverse environments. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 1:57
- Characters have detailed models and expressiveness, with clever writing providing many funny moments. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 2:50
- Leah's character is surprisingly expressive despite limited dialogue, effectively conveying emotion. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 3:31
- The story is ultimately complex and interesting, with late moments that tie the journey together well. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 4:09
- The story completely sucked me in with likable characters and interesting twists. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 4:13
- The game faithfully replicates the MMORPG experience in a single-player setting. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 12:09
Originality & Innovation (4)
- CrossCode is an action-adventure RPG with a unique twist, controlling an avatar on a real planet, offering a fresh narrative experience. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 1:24
- CrossCode is a great example of a retro-style RPG that fits well into today's gaming landscape. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 8:18
- CrossCode creates a fully realized game within a game that is interesting both on its own and in context. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 8:38
- CrossCode takes inspiration from old JRPGs and MMORPGs, capturing the charm, nostalgia, and occasional tedium of online games like Everquest. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 0:25
Graphics & Visuals (3)
- Super Nintendo inspired graphics are absolutely gorgeous with beautiful biomes. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 2:33
- CrossCode has vibrant 16-bit style visuals reminiscent of SNES games but with modern plot and mechanics. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 1:10
- The game features gorgeous pixel art worlds with diverse environments and vibrant colors. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 8:11
Content & Value (3)
- The game has a lot of heart and quality put into it. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 6:21
- It is a great value at $20, offering a high caliber and quality experience. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 6:02
- Affordable price point ($20 on PS4) for the amount and quality of content offered. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 14:24
Sound & Music (2)
- The music is amazing and complements the game well. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 5:25
- The soundtrack is infectious and animations are fluid, enhancing the exploration experience. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 7:58
Replayability (2)
- The game offers easily a hundred hours of content. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 5:45
- Includes a raid system and arena mode for post-game content, with more content planned. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 14:04
Performance & Stability (2)
- The game runs awesome on PS4 and the console port was well executed despite challenges. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 7:24
- Dedicated developers who are passionate, actively engaged with the community through weekly live streams, news updates, and listening to feedback, ensuring future updates and bug fixes. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 0:49
Cons (30)
Gameplay (20)
- Zelda-esque dungeons are very challenging and can be frustrating due to sudden difficulty spikes. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 4:30
- The first few areas feel cumbersome and packed with things to do, which can be overwhelming initially. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 5:06
- The game contains some manufactured grind, though less severe than typical MMOs. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 0:31
- Combat can become repetitive, requiring breaks especially in the drawn-out early game. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 11:08
- The early game and introductory worlds may feel derivative and slow to pick up for some players. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 12:12
- The large number of similar-looking areas in each world can become tiresome and affect pacing. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 12:16
- Most dungeon puzzles rely heavily on throwable mechanics, lacking variety in puzzle design. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 9:55
- Combat can get frustrating at times due to its difficulty and the complexity of managing multiple things at once. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 2:42
- The gathering and item system is annoying and redundant, requiring frequent trips between vendors for different materials, which can be overlooked but is a notable downside. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 3:24
- The game sometimes falls into the trap of acknowledging its problems like lazy quests or repetitive puzzles but not addressing them. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 3:02
- Combat can become overwhelming without proper preparation and sometimes the screen gets overloaded with enemies, lacking a lock-on mechanic. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 6:02
- Combat sometimes relies on repetitive sequences of fighting multiple enemies of the same type, which becomes frustrating and predictable. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 6:09
- CrossCode is a little too faithful to the MMORPG genre, resulting in too much grinding for some players. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 1:12
- Exploration puzzles can get tedious due to repetitive logic and backtracking to find loot. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 7:15
- Camera angles sometimes make it hard to judge ledge heights for exploration. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 7:27
- Some puzzles require pixel-perfect aiming which can be frustrating and not well suited to the game’s controls. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 9:03
- Temples are very long and tough, sometimes exhausting to complete due to repeated complex puzzles. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 9:57
- Gear progression can be frustrating due to complex material farming and tracking who sells what. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 10:43
- Grinding is required to obtain rare materials to unlock higher level enemies and better gear, which can be tedious. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 11:41
- Playing solo means the AI companions don’t fully mitigate moments of tedium compared to playing with real friends. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 12:14
Controls & User Interface (4)
- The beginning tutorial is very long and can feel cluttered, making the learning curve steep. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 3:17
- There are no waypoints for quests, requiring constant map checking which can be irritating. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 3:45
- The quest navigation and map system could feel less modern compared to other updated features. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 4:18
- The map complexity causes the player to get lost often, and the lack of mission markers or quest log entries for main quests makes navigation difficult. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 8:04
Story & Narrative (4)
- Some guildmates and characters are underused in the story. ▶ Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review @ 6:25
- The beginning of the story is a little slow, which is common in many RPGs. ▶ 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) @ 0:30
- The story's pacing is back-heavy, with many revelations clustered in the last chapters rather than spread out. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 3:51
- Some story beats are predictable from the outset. ▶ CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict @ 4:07
Performance & Stability (1)
- Some players have reported problems with the Switch port. ▶ CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING @ 7:05
Replayability (1)
- The game is very long, with a playthrough of 50 hours and more if side quests are completed. ▶ CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem @ 1:21
Review sources
- Your New Favorite ARPG | Crosscode Review 20 pros, 6 cons
- CrossCode Review - The Final Verdict 15 pros, 6 cons
- CrossCode Review | A Hidden Gem 10 pros, 9 cons
- CROSS CODE PS4 REVIEW - THIS GAME IS AMAZING 11 pros, 6 cons
- 5 Reasons To Pick Up CrossCode (September 2018) 5 pros, 3 cons
Frequently asked questions
Is the Radical Fish Games CrossCode worth buying?
Based on 5 independent YouTube reviews, the Radical Fish Games CrossCode scores 3.7/5 with 61 positive and 30 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #20 in the Indie Games category.
What do reviewers like most about the Radical Fish Games CrossCode?
The most praised aspects are gameplay, story & narrative, originality & innovation — Gameplay (29 mentions), Story & Narrative (16 mentions), Originality & Innovation (4 mentions).
What are the most common complaints about the Radical Fish Games CrossCode?
Reviewers most frequently criticize gameplay, controls & user interface — Gameplay (20 mentions), Controls & User Interface (4 mentions).
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