Ruffy and the Riverside – Hands-On Review | You’ve Never Played a Platformer Like This

Ruffy and the Riverside Hands-On Review on Nintendo Switch 2! Explore this Rare-inspired 3D platformer with a creative copy/paste mechanic that lets you reshape the world in real-time.

This is a Hands-On Review of Ruffy and the Riverside on the Nintendo Switch 2. After spending hours exploring, solving puzzles, and experimenting with the game’s unique mechanics, I’m excited to share my experience with you. If you’re a fan of platformers like Banjo-Kazooie or Donkey Kong 64, this one might just be your next hidden gem.

🎨 The copy/paste SWAP mechanic lets you reshape the world by transforming textures—from lava to vines, stone to wood, or even waterfalls into platforms. The open-world design, quirky characters, and clever puzzles deliver a refreshing throwback to the golden era of 3D platformers.

🟡 No spoilers—just honest gameplay insights.

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