Nintendo Labo: Robot Kit

Product Information

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In Japan, the Variety Kit sold 90,410 copies within the first week, placing it first on the all-format sales chart. The Robot Kit sold 28,629 copies, placing it third, and the Vehicle Kit has sold 49,389 copies as of December 2018. [59] [60] As of March 2019, the Variety Kit has sold 330,000 units in Japan, and 1.09 million worldwide. [61] As of 2018, all kits consolidated have sold 1.39 million units worldwide. [62] The 2020 CESA Games White Papers revealed that the Variety Kit has sold 1.31 million units, as of December 2019. [63] Awards [ edit ] Year A fishing rod where the Joy-Con sit in the reel and the handle of the rod. The game receives motion input from the Joy-Con to simulate a fishing game.Nintendo Labo was received with praise for its unique take on video gaming and unconventional method of play, [47] [48] and its ability to encourage creativity and learning, especially in children. [49] Reviewers primarily praised the enjoyable building experience and easy to follow step-by-step instructions; [50] the rotatable camera and fast-forward/rewind features were appreciated, as well as the sense of humor that the instructions contain. [51] [50] Critics were initially concerned with the sturdiness of the cardboard, but were impressed with the durability of the assembled Toy-Con, [49] [52] also noting that the software contains tutorials with tips on repairing broken Toy-Con. [50] [49] Reviewers were mixed on the enjoyment and limited replay value of the software's gameplay, [47] [51] with Andrew Webster from The Verge saying "the games are perhaps the least interesting part of Labo." [50] However, critics highlighted the seemingly unlimited options provided by Toy-Con Garage, and the possibility for the community to develop and share new creations. [53] [54] The Verge and CNET found Labo to be a clever utilization of the Joy-Con controllers' motion sensors, HD Rumble, and IR sensing abilities. [50] [49]