Review Critics agree

New Pokémon Snap – reviews and rating

New Pokémon Snap has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (8.5/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5). The game was released on April 30, 2021 for Nintendo Switch.

Updated

What critics praise
„New Pokémon Snap delivers all the thrills of the original game, but that throwback spirit isn't the only part of the experience that will give you a feeling of déjà vu.“
8,5/10 Game Informer

Game info

Release date
Apr 30, 2021
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Genres
CasualSimulation
Developer
Bandai Namco Studios
Publisher
Nintendo
Reviews count
2

Where to buy

Check out the best games of the year 2026 on:

FAQ

What is the rating of New Pokémon Snap?

New Pokémon Snap has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (8.5/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5).

When was New Pokémon Snap released?

New Pokémon Snap was released on April 30, 2021.

What platforms is New Pokémon Snap available on?

New Pokémon Snap is available for Nintendo Switch.

Is New Pokémon Snap worth playing?

Yes. With an average rating of 83%, New Pokémon Snap is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.

What games are similar to New Pokémon Snap?

Games similar to New Pokémon Snap are for example Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Little Nightmares II, Nintendo Switch Sports and Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes.

Statistics

Critics consensus

Critics agree

Spread of ratings
5 percentage points
Standard deviation
± 2,5
Best rating
8,5/10 Game Informer
Worst rating
4/5 HardcoreGamer

The distribution of rating

Number of reviews in rating ranges (%)

Ranking

  • #151 of 489 games released in 2021 better than 69 % of games
  • #37 of 99 games released in 2021 on Nintendo Switch better than 63 % of games

By the average of all reviews

Comparison of ratings

  • Critics in this language2 reviews 83%
  • Foreign critics8 reviews 79%

Reviews

4/5
HardcoreGamer May 3, 2021
When it comes to long-awaited sequels, New Pokémon Snap doesn’t disappoint in the least. There’s so much more to do for those looking for a wonderful adventure through the brand new Lental region with camera in hand. The amount of time any player will get out of New Pokémon Snap will vary of course, as it’s a title that relies on people enjoying pure atmosphere and seeing tons of adorable or tough...
8,5/10
Game Informer Apr 28, 2021
New Pokémon Snap delivers all the thrills of the original game, but that throwback spirit isn't the only part of the experience that will give you a feeling of déjà vu.

Videos

Similar games

How is xxx game compared to similar games? New Pokémon Snap has only been beaten 3 times and is better than most games compared. Our recommendation - the game is worth playing.