Yoshi and the Mysterious Book review roundup: Nintendo's new Switch 2 game divides critics

Nintendo’s Switch 2 exclusive Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is getting mostly positive reviews, with praise for its charm and easy-to-play platforming.

Critics are split on its structure and challenge: some call it inventive and relaxed, while others say it feels underdeveloped.

Aggregate scores are hovering around 80 on Metacritic and OpenCritic, suggesting a broadly good but divisive reception.

The response points to Nintendo experimenting with a softer, more free-form Yoshi platformer that may appeal more to kids and casual players than series veterans.