Baba Is You

 PC
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 4, 2019
    100
    A gem among logic games. An original concept developed by hundreds of incredibly imaginative levels has the potential to entertain for a long time. [Issue#294]
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  2. Edge Magazine
    Apr 25, 2019
    90
    One of the most distinctive, exciting and fully realised puzzle games we've played in years. [Issue#332, p.122]
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  3. PC Games
    Apr 5, 2019
    90
    It only took about 15 minutes for me to realize that Baba Is You truly is an extraordinary game. Its concept as well as its mechanics are refreshing and nigh perfect. Within the first level, the game teaches you how to play it without having to use even one explicit tutorial-line. And it only goes uphill from there. Sure, not every puzzle is impeccable, and I did manage to get stuck on some, but the overall joy I felt - if one of my solutions actually worked - outweighed all of that. If you’re a fan of puzzle-games, you should definitely check out Baba Is You.
  5. 3DJuegos
    Mar 19, 2019
    90
    Baba Is You is one of the best puzzle games of the year.
  6. PC Gamer
    Mar 15, 2019
    90
    Baba is You manages to take the familiar idea of nudging blocks and solving puzzles in a fresh direction. Brilliant.
  7. GameStar
    Jan 6, 2020
    86
    Sokoban meets programming language logic – probably the best puzzle game 2019.
  8. Jeuxvideo.com
    Mar 24, 2019
    85
    Baba Is You is a real UFO in the puzzle games genre, and brings with him a wind of freshness. Despite its sober graphics, it unveileds all its depth thanks to its mechanics. A true unique experience.
  9. Everyeye.it
    Apr 15, 2019
    80
    A must for anyone appreciate experimentalism in the videogame field.
  10. GameSpot
    Mar 24, 2019
    70
    Baba is You is among the most seriously arduous games of its kind I’ve played, and when its rules are clear and its instructions legible, it’s gratifying in a way only hardcore suffering can be.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Mar 14, 2019
    Baba Is You is immediately completely superb, a puzzle game where you literally rewrite the rules as you play.

Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PC Game of 2019
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#88 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#93 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 147 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 117 out of 147
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 147
  3. Negative: 12 out of 147
  1. vortexalchemy
    Mar 18, 2019
    10
    Baba is You
    Puzzle is Fun
    Art is Cute
    Music is Calm
    Thinking is Great

    BEST PUZZLE GAME
  2. FlyingPiloswine
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This game is DIFFICULT. Most of the hate this game gets is from people who think that it is a "troll" game or that certain levels areThis game is DIFFICULT. Most of the hate this game gets is from people who think that it is a "troll" game or that certain levels are impossible. But that is the beauty of this game. Some levels just feel impossible, and you have to keep trying new and wild concepts.

    When all else fails, experimentation will show you something that you had no idea could happen. Then all of a sudden, your mind is flooded with new ideas to try.

    If you don't mind getting stumped, then definitely give this game a try. I still can't believe I finally beat "Heist." That level blows my mind. I thought I was going crazy, but what I did actually worked after a solid half hour.    … Full Review »
  3. NintendoJeroen
    Sep 13, 2019
    5
    I really don't get the appeal. Sure, it's a creative game and it's fun. But that only lasts for about an hour, max two. After the first threeI really don't get the appeal. Sure, it's a creative game and it's fun. But that only lasts for about an hour, max two. After the first three worlds, the puzzles and their solutions become really far-fetched and I've found myself in a lot of situations where I came up with a solution that should have worked, but didn't.

    Ultimately it's just a pretty average puzzle game that happens to have a thoughtful design and good music. It overstays its welcome and should have focused on more quality, less quantity.    … Full Review »
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