Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition

 iOS
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
Buy Now
Stream On
  1. Eurogamer
    Oct 5, 2011
    70
    If you're from the crowd that remembers it the first time around, you'll get the chance to revisit an artful and wonderfully atmospheric gaming oddity filled with sudden deaths and clever set-pieces. If you're new to it, you're probably in for an hour or so of intrigued confusion, followed by a quick trip to a FAQ.
  2. Level7.nu
    Aug 3, 2012
    60
    A remake of a classic game, in which the controlls are so sluggish that only nostalgia can appreciate it.
  3. GamePro
    Nov 15, 2011
    60
    Though maddening at times, it's easy to see Another World's rigidly scripted cinematic nature as a precursor to modern linear blockbusters like Uncharted, making it a fascinating, albeit antiquated curio.
  5. Tap!
    Oct 29, 2011
    60
    True to the original, puzzle-solving and survival rely on brutal hair's-breadth accuracy and timing, enjoyment of which hangs on your nostalgia quotient. Vintage gamers will lap up the cryptic cut scenes and tricky puzzles, but newcomers… consider yourself warned.
  6. Gamekult
    Sep 23, 2011
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.
  7. Gameblog.fr
    Sep 23, 2011
    60
    Another World is an old game. Playing it again today brings back a lot of memories, some of which were true twenty years ago, but today, not anymore. Fortunately, the touch screen controls have been well implemented, the addition of checkpoints and the graphical overhaul (keeping the original gorgeous visual style) bring out the fun of re-discovering this adventure, even though it's one that is more based upon memory than skill. But when you are not an oldie yourself, you may rant against its difficulty, a really short lifespan (when not accounting for retries) and a gameplay that are... out of this world.
  8. Pocket Gamer UK
    Sep 23, 2011
    50
    A lovingly remastered version of an iconic game, but sadly one that will only frustrate and annoy when not viewed through rose-tinted spectacles.

Awards & Rankings

25
#25 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2011

User Reviews

All reviews »
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 4 out of 25
  1. AzaelG
    May 24, 2012
    10
    Best story telling in a game I have ever found. The gameplay never gets repetitive. The graphics and sciece fiction ambiance are amazingBest story telling in a game I have ever found. The gameplay never gets repetitive. The graphics and sciece fiction ambiance are amazing considering the limitations of the original time of release. On top of that everything feels cool. All of it is achieved thanks to the amazing creativity of the producers and the will to break with norms and commercial imperatives.… Full Review »
  2. Mykwon
    Nov 25, 2013
    10
    Another World resurrected! One of the best games ever made! Éric Chahi should be known and praised by every gamer on this planet for thisAnother World resurrected! One of the best games ever made! Éric Chahi should be known and praised by every gamer on this planet for this beautiful gem he offered to the world 20 years ago!… Full Review »
  3. Micahmanyea
    Jul 26, 2014
    9
    I cannot endorse this game enough. In a market where games are all about as much possible playtime for hours and hours of mindlessI cannot endorse this game enough. In a market where games are all about as much possible playtime for hours and hours of mindless entertainment, it's hard to come across a game like this. This is the pinnacle of game design. There is no forced tutorial, and only an optional controls screen (which is completely unnecessary because of how well the game teaches you the controls by itself). The story telling is fantastic. It's insanely difficult to tell such an endearing and exciting story without using any dialogue or names for each character. It's the most pure storytelling I've ever encountered. It may not be complex, but it's dang good. But most importantly, this game is fun. There is no overused game mechanic. The entire short experience brings new things every second. This game is fantastic. I love it. Best hour of a game I've ever played.… Full Review »
See all user reviews »