Review of Glover for Nintendo Switch | PS4Blog.net

Glover, a creation by Interactive Studios, Piko Interactive, and QUByte Interactive, has found its way onto the Nintendo Switch, delighting fans old and new. Let’s dive into what makes this game worth your time and attention.

Originally, Glover was a project embarked upon in 1998 by Interactive Studios, which was formerly known as Dizzy Entertainment and later Blitz Games, a company founded in 1990 by the talented Oliver Twins, Andrew and Philip. You might remember them from the beloved Dizzy series. In Glover, you get to embody the quirky character named Glover, navigating through levels in this engaging 3D puzzle platformer, rolling your trusty ball from one point to another.

Back in its release days, Glover captured players’ imaginations as it launched on the Nintendo 64 under Hasbro Interactive and later on PlayStation via Atari Interactive. Fast forward to 2025, the updated version has been made available on the Nintendo Switch, breathing new life into this classic thanks to QUByte Interactive’s efforts through the QUByte Classic series. Once again, we’re set on a quest in the Crystal Kingdom!

The main storyline revolves around retrieving scattered crystals that hold power for the Kingdom. After an unfortunate mishap with a potion by a wizard, an explosion disperses the crystals and sends Glover flying. Cleverly, Glover turns the crystals into bouncy rubber balls, preventing them from breaking. Glover is one of the wizard’s magical gloves. Sadly, the other glove, Glovel, falls into a enchanted cauldron, transforming into the villainous Cross-Stitch.

This adventure leads you to six different realms: Atlantis, Carnival, Pirates, Prehistoric, Fortress of Fear, and Out of this World. Completionists aiming for a full game experience can strive to finish every level, uncover all collectible Garibs, and tackle each world’s bonus stage.

When you start playing, you guide Glover using the left stick, adjusting your view with the right stick, and get camera controls via the X button. The A button handles jumps, including double jumps, while B lets you dribble the ball. Need a ground pound? Use the ZR button. Standing on the ball requires a press of the L button, and you can grab and pitch the ball by holding B. For longer throws, hold the A button to line up and slap the ball. You can switch ball forms with the R button, starting with the versatile rubber ball for most of your journey — although there are other forms to discover as you play!

After wrapping up your adventure, head to the Extras section, where the Gallery provides a behind-the-scenes look at the art of the game’s bosses, characters, concepts, and enemies. Glover makes its switch return priced at $19.99, offering a nostalgic trip and exploration that feels fresh yet familiar.

This review is grounded in a Nintendo Switch version of Glover provided by QUByte Interactive. For those with fond memories of the past or newcomers curious about a retro 3D platformer, Glover stands out, even if it feels a bit nostalgic in its approach.