Review of Survival Kids

Okay, so here’s a wild ride through my take on Survival Kids. Buckle up.

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Survival that’s more playful really isn’t a half-bad idea. So, imagine this: Kids roaming around with not a care until—bam! They find this dusty old treasure map, and suddenly, adventure calls. But, oh boy, a storm hits, and next thing you know, they’re not on an island. Nope, they’re on huge turtles. Like, actual giant turtles. Why turtles? Beats me. But it does have that quirky charm, doesn’t it?

Character customization? Yep, that happens first. And then, there you are, learning the ropes. Chop wood, craft stuff, cook, solve puzzles—simple enough until it’s not. But even when it gets harder, it doesn’t smack you in the face (thankfully). You drag things around, toss them here and there, with some breezy platforming thrown in. Oh, and watch your stamina, too. Don’t forget—it runs out faster than last night’s pizza. You’re cooking not just for fun, but because, well, energy!

Honestly, from the get-go, it’s like, clear this game is for duos or those just dipping their toes in the gaming waters. Lots of handholding—some might hate it, others might find it comforting, who’s to say? If you’re a thrill-seeker looking for a hardcore challenge, you might want to poke around elsewhere. Sure, some stages take 25 minutes or so, but fam, it’s like an intro course to more intense stuff (kinda like Breath of the Wild, but not really). Oh, and co-op? If you think you’ll just breeze solo, think again! Takes forever to chop things without help, so grab a buddy!

Anyway, for the hardcore players rolling their eyes, there’s a nifty feature—you snag stars for speed-running levels or uncovering hidden treasure stones. But some sneaky stuff here—the timer isn’t even on unless you dig through settings. Co-op lets you split screen or join online, pretty smooth if you ask me. GameShare is the real gem, though. Broadcast to other consoles? Yes, please!

For my kiddos, it’s like the perfect intro to gaming. There are these hidden glyphs, various munchies to collect, and more—but truthfully, it’s more about replaying for fun than anything else. Sure, other flashy games on Switch 2 might steal the spotlight, but Survival Kids seems to know its crowd. It’s like that reliable friend who’s always down for a good time with the fam.

So, yeah. That’s the lowdown. A hodgepodge of a game, keeping things light for the younger ones, but maybe, just maybe, offering something delightful for everyone.