This review does not feature multiplayer content, as online opponents were very few/far between. A separate multiplayer review will be available in the near future.
I knew a lot of things about Kid Icarus: Uprising after playing my first hour. I knew the game was really something special, and that's saying something when you look at Nintendo's catalog of games. I also knew that the game was going to have one, MAJORLY polarizing element. Famitsu's review score of 40/40 came as quite a surprise, but I knew that European and North American reviews were going to vary wildly from that. I'm sure you all have a good idea of what that element is by now.

Kid Icarus: Uprising is, without a doubt, one of the most engaging titles that Nintendo has ever released. It shows evolution, innovation and a level of polish that you don't find in many other titles. This title truly is worthy of bringing Pit and his gang back into view of gamers today. Such a an amazing title to welcome back this classic character in almost every way. The thing is, that one element that stands out could really be the make-or-break element for consumers.

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