The much-loved iOS game Kid Tripp by Michael Burns is finally making its way to the Nintendo 3DS eShop. Miles has crash landed on a mysterious island and the local inhabitants are not happy about it. Run, jump, stomp and smash your way through 20 levels of nonstop frantic action to escape from the island as fast as you can. Lovingly converted by hand from the iOS source, the 3DS version is a pixel-perfect recreation of the original game with all the original levels and gameplay elements. A new control scheme makes the game more accessible to casual players but the original two-button hardcore controls are available for those who want more of a challenge.
Platforms
iOS Mac 3DS Switch PC PS4 Vita XONE Series X|SGenres
Adventure Arcade Indie PlatformThemes
Action
Languages: English and 5 more
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Media
Critic Reviews
Video Chums
By A.J. MaciejewskiGamers who enjoy finally beating levels after countless attempts will like Kid Tripp but everyone else should avoid this frustrating runner.
NintendoWorldReport
By Daan KoopmanIt doesn't stand out, but the grassy plains do their trick well enough. Above all, the title just feels nice to toy around with. It is why I will go back and better my runs a couple times down the line!.
Nintendo Life
By Conor McMahonKid Tripp is a polished, simple little platformer that will put your skills to the test from the very beginning. It's a no-frills experience that's light on ceremony, giving you 20 levels of rapid gameplay that's perfect for short sessions and high-score chasing, but falls a little flat in terms of creativity and content. While it's undoubtedly a fun ride while it lasts, the whole game can be beaten in under an hour, so don't expect much in the way of post-game content or extreme replayability, unless you really want to dig into the nitty gritty of mastering each level. That being said, it's a solid budget title and one well worth looking into if you want a delightfully punishing dose of retro gameplay. It's a Tripp worth taking.
Switch Player
By Liam LanganKid Tripp is a somewhat fun auto-runner game light on content but looks great and is priced generously. It has its frustrating moments, but there's certainly worse games lingering out there on the eShop.
Nindie Spotlight
By Nindie SpotlightKid Tripp isn’t a game that will likely stick with you for long but that isn’t to say it can’t be a fun and light distraction for a reasonable price of admission. Its light style and classic gameplay are a welcome departure from much more serious fare on the Switch and yet once you get into the groove it tends to suck you in while it has you with a “I know I can get it on the next run” hook. As long as you understand the game’s limits it is a solid bargain of a budget title on the eShop.
