The reviews are pouring in for  Strider,  which is out today for Playstation 3 and Playstation 4, tomorrow for Xbox 360, Xbox One, and PC. I’m thrilled to say that the critical reception so far has been astoudingly positive! Hit the jump for a round-up, plus launch trailer and screens!

Destructoid – 9.5/10
“Double Helix has really come into its own.”  

Polygon – 8.5/10
“Strider begins with considerably more player agency and ability than other exploration-based games, and the speed and finesse on display made it a joy to just … sort of … run around.”  

GamesRadar – 4.5/5
“Strider makes itself known as the raddest game to come along in years.”

Game Informer   – 8.75/10
” Strider is a great reboot for old-school arcade junkies and at the same time a fresh action experience for newcomers to the franchise.”   

GameSpot – 8/10
“From the moment you embark on your journey right up until the final deathblow, Strider is a blast to play.”  

IGN – 7.5/10
“This reimagining of the original Strider establishes developer Double Helix’s firm grasp on the essence of the joy of movement that makes Strider Hiryu such a great character.”  
(*Note: Extra props to IGN for coining the phrase “murderous pinball.”)