WarioWare Gold

Platforms

• Nintendo 3DS

  Aug 3, 2018

  ---

  8.2

  playscore

  8.0

  39 Critics

  8.8

  390 Players

39 critic reviews · 3 community reviews across all platforms

Critic Reviews

• 

  TechRaptor

  8.0

  The fact that WarioWare is ringing out the last bits of novelty from an old handheld just fits. Everything in WarioWare always feels a little off, a little slapped together. That’s the feeling I get whenever Nintendo announces a new 3DS game at this point, so good on them for the proper theming. Even though it’s weird, there’s a lot to love about WarioWare Gold as long as you’re willing to stomach it.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  ZTGD

  9.0

  Wario Ware Gold is the best of Wario Ware and more, and a reason to pick up a 3DS again. It’s got a super weird sense of humor that isn’t replicated, it pays loving tribute to Nintendo’s history, and most importantly it’s pure fun. There’s plenty of game here for the price as well, with it all being unlocked the more it’s played. A must own in handheld gaming and a good sign that the 3DS isn’t dead yet.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Pure Nintendo

  8.5

  It’s been fifteen years since the series’ début, but WarioWare remains frantic fun. This fully voiced Gold edition is no exception, offering an addictive and humorous collection of classic microgames that are sure to entertain existing fans, while offering an even better value for those new to the series. Chasing high scores gives the game strong replay value as well. Try the demo if you’re on the fence, but WarioWare Gold would make a great addition to any 3DS library.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Way Too Many Games

  8.5

  WarioWare Gold is a fantastic game with an absurd but adorable sense of humor, as well as excellent microgames. It’s chock-full of content, secrets to unlock, and tons upon tons of funny dialogue. I’m still a bit annoyed this was released for the 3DS instead of the Switch (can you just imagine the things they can come up with by using the joycons?), but I can’t complain about the overall product. If you’re still playing your 3DS, give this game a shot. It’s WarioWare, you know it’s dumb as heck but it’s still a fantastic time.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Destructoid

  6.5

  My main concern with WarioWare Gold, exacerbated by the lack of download play and only one real multiplayer gametype at that, is that it doesn't really have legs. Many of the extra modes are homogenized to the point where if you've played a few of them you've played them all, and it only took me a few days to unlock every game and peruse them individually. It's a step down from the Wii U's Game & Wario; a flawed but creative romp that I still play to this day.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Game Skinny

  8.0

  Overall, WarioWare Gold for the 3DS may not make waves in the way of new content, but the mash up of microgames from the entirety of the series makes it an ideal entry for fans both old and new. It has everlasting replayability and is a fine example of Nintendo's weirder side.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Dual Shockers

  8.5

  The game’s hilarious cutscenes impress and add some interesting new characters to the WarioWare universe, the microgame collection is the best the series has featured yet, and some of the unlockable side content is hilarious. If you are fine with WarioWare Gold‘s short length, there is no reason not to pick this quirky title up as the 3DS reaches the end of its lengthy lifespan.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Hardcore Gamer

  8.0

  WarioWare Gold is a perfect example of how to take the insanity of microgames from the past and shove them into one packed setting while still having each one stand out. With tons of different ways to play and a multitude of things to unlock, Gold is filled to the brim with wonderful content that’s easy to pick up and play at any time.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  Shacknews

  8.0

  If you've enjoyed the rest of the WarioWare games, there's no doubt you'll find something to love about this fantastic entry in the series. While it would have been great to see more new games added into the fold, it's still very entertaining with a wide variety of different microgames to enjoy, whether you've been there from the beginning or are just jumping onto the bandwagon.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review
• 

  NintendoLife

  9.0

  WarioWare Gold is proof that there's life yet in the venerable 3DS line of handhelds. The microgames on offer are some of the series' best, and the fully-voiced cutscenes in the Story mode are hilarious. Challenge mode will give you plenty of reason to come back and the unlockable souvenirs are our favourite in the series to date.

  Reviewed on 3DS

  Read full review

Community Reviews

About the game