ETHER One

 PC
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. DarkStation
    May 2, 2014
    70
    For an adventure game, Ether One does some pretty interesting things that allow it to break free from the genre’s mold.
  2. Multiplayer.it
    Apr 3, 2014
    71
    Ether One is an interesting first-person adventure that explores human mind and the causes of dementia in a very original way. Technically surprising, considering the low-budget nature of the title, it deserves to be tried, even if the slow pace could distance action-oriented players.
  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Apr 2, 2014
    70
    A fascinating indie adventure about lost memories and dementia, partially ruined by a trembling frame rate.
  5. God is a Geek
    Mar 27, 2014
    70
    Unearthing the story at your own pace is wonderful. However, Ether One goes too far in that direction and puzzles become tedious exercises in trying combinations of different items you acquired in a completely different area.

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 53
  3. Negative: 14 out of 53
  1. MaVCArt
    Mar 26, 2014
    9
    Ether One is a gem of a game. The developers, being an indie studio and having to work with limited resources, delivered on a promise toEther One is a gem of a game. The developers, being an indie studio and having to work with limited resources, delivered on a promise to engage the player in a story that will stick with you for a long time after finishing it. A unique experience that can only be had in a game that is obsessed with delivering a story that is true to itself, Ether is truly an example of why indie games have been romanticized as much as they have.

    Giving this a 9/10 score is a no-brainer for me, and I advise everyone that reads this to pick it up; you won't regret it.    … Full Review »
  2. flpmky
    Mar 29, 2014
    9
    Ether One is the first game in a long time to challenge my problem solving. Ether One tests the player in a such a way as not to slow the paceEther One is the first game in a long time to challenge my problem solving. Ether One tests the player in a such a way as not to slow the pace down to a halt. Stuck on a puzzle - no problem, you can continue to explore and take in the deep and touching story at your own pace. This makes Ether One a suitable game for players of all skill levels. With a beautifully simple control set and an ingenious approach to inventory and item management/collecting. Many players will find themselves with a curious collection of items in their possession which will bring out the hoarder in everyone!

    I highly recommend this game to seasoned and new gamers alike.    … Full Review »
  3. rexboy3000
    Jun 19, 2015
    1
    I found this game extremely boring, I found the pacing of the game to be really slow. I play games to have fun, I do understand the meaning,I found this game extremely boring, I found the pacing of the game to be really slow. I play games to have fun, I do understand the meaning, but I am reviewing a game ,not a movie.… Full Review »
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