Spindle
October 13, 2025
Critic Score
81.2
9 critic reviews
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Critic Reviews (9)
Graphics
95.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
60.0
"Old-school Zelda fans will find a lot to love about Spindle so if those kinds of games appeal to you then definitely play it, chum. 💀"
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50.0
Gameplay
55.0
Story
45.0
"Spindle is a satisfactory Zelda-like, in the final analysis. It tackles difficult topics with grace and empathy, features multiple engaging boss battles, introduces several atypical tools to solve puzzles and outmaneuver enemies, and provides rewarding content even after the credits …"
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95.0
Gameplay
95.0
Story
95.0
"Spindle surprised me in the best way. It’s a love letter to the golden era of top-down adventures, but adds enough personality and heart to stand out on its own. The gameplay feels tight and satisfying, the story balances emotion …"
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78.0
Gameplay
76.0
Story
82.0
"Spindle surprised me. Beneath its gloomy opening and talk of lost souls lies a story about connection, empathy, and the strange comfort of knowing your place in the world. It’s a little clunky in places—the controls are weird, and the …"
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86.0
Gameplay
79.0
Story
82.0
"Spindle delivers a poetic pixel-art journey where Death and a loyal pig face a world that refuses to die. Its melancholic beauty, heartfelt storytelling, and charming design make it an indie gem."
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90.0
Gameplay
90.0
Story
70.0
"Spindle is not only a great indie game, but also a successful example of careful and intelligent design in the Zelda-like style. If you&s;re looking for an experience that&s;s fun, challenging, beautiful, and cohesive, Spindle is a must-have. The game&s;s …"
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80.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
75.0
"Spindle from developer Let’s GameDev and publisher Deck 13 is a marvelous action-RPG adventure that hits all the right notes when it comes to action, puzzles, and payoff. It’s incredibly balanced with all three, which makes it feel like you …"
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45.0
Gameplay
62.0
Story
80.0
"Spindle has heart in a bare ribcage, and it beats for the player as well as the NPCs. Take a chance, breath deeply, and remember: you’re already dead. You’ve got all the time in the world."
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