INSIDE

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1242 Ratings

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  1. OniGioRi
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    Inside looks like a really simple game but it's really deep and entertaining. Loved challenging puzzles and idea behind the game. To me this game represents the "rat race" people are in nowadays. Time by time society acts like programmed machines, doing same things day by day and slowly all the emotions and happiness we felt back in the days fade away. Fortunately there are still peopleInside looks like a really simple game but it's really deep and entertaining. Loved challenging puzzles and idea behind the game. To me this game represents the "rat race" people are in nowadays. Time by time society acts like programmed machines, doing same things day by day and slowly all the emotions and happiness we felt back in the days fade away. Fortunately there are still people left who try to stay away from society's standards and they prefer to live their life in their own way. That's exactly what I saw in Inside and it does a great job in showing you all that.… Expand
  2. Blue9710x
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Inside is a masterpiece with a claustrophobic atmosphere and clever puzzle design.
  3. Richard_dias
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    This one was interesting. Intriguing world with nice visuals and good gameplay!
  4. Prometheus1241
    Jul 31, 2023
    8
    Nice atmosphere, gameplay and platforming. The plot is really enjoyable, and might not be understood by you firstly, but when you would analyse it... you still will not understand a ****
  5. Alperen007
    Jul 31, 2023
    8
    Among the best indie games I have ever played. Well designed ambients, puzzles and references.
  6. Seathate
    Jul 30, 2023
    7
    Biraz overrated buldum. Güzel bir atmosfer, eğlenceli bulmacalarla iyi vakit geçirtmiş olsa da bir noktadan sonra bitsin de gideyim dedirtti.
  7. MeKAnehS0
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    Beautiful graphics, beautiful lighting, beautiful music, great level design, intellectual and cool gameplay, beautiful story.
    I think it's one of the best mind games I've ever played, this game scared me badly
  8. Sarabi
    Jun 26, 2023
    8
    I liked this game and I advise you to try it, there is nothing more to add!
  9. Mastereed
    Jun 12, 2023
    8
    INSIDE THE BRAIN’S PUZZLE

    BEFORE WE START: Inside is a Puzzle-Platform video game developed by Playdead and published on June 29, 2016. The game was completed 100% on Xbox Series X. BREAKING IN: Inside is an extremely linear title based on silent storytelling through the game's continuous animated backgrounds. The early gameplay stages do not differ much from what the player will    INSIDE THE BRAIN’S PUZZLE

    BEFORE WE START:
    Inside is a Puzzle-Platform video game developed by Playdead and published on June 29, 2016. The game was completed 100% on Xbox Series X.

    BREAKING IN:
    Inside is an extremely linear title based on silent storytelling through the game's continuous animated backgrounds. The early gameplay stages do not differ much from what the player will encounter throughout the entirety of the story, allowing them to face any adversity from the beginning. Most of the mechanics are highly intuitive, thanks to the simplicity of the usable buttons, the jump and the grab. The dark and macabre setting of the story is easily discernible from the initial deaths, which are quite easy to come across due to the non-trivial difficulty of this title.

    OUT OF BODY EXPERIENCE:
    As mentioned earlier, with limited interaction buttons, Inside focuses on the complexity of its puzzles, which are almost always distinct from one another but interconnected enough to prevent the player from feeling disoriented. Some sections of the game are quite challenging to overcome without experiencing fatalities, but as it relies partially on trial and error, they never become frustrating or predictable, aided by a multitude of death animations. As the title suggests, the mechanic on which many puzzles revolve is the ability to control other humanoids by entering their bodies, utilized for both platforming sections and structured puzzles. In addition to the extremely linear story, there are several collectibles that lead to highly crafted secondary areas.

    FADING TO BLACK:
    Graphically, Inside blends a minimalistic style, employing flat colors and graphics, with a 3D approach characterized by a pronounced depth of field and rich details. The story is entirely conveyed through events in the background or foreground, with people interacting with the game environment or the player themselves, often pursuing them to capture. The background, therefore, is not merely a passive element to observe but always interactive with the current gameplay situation the player is trying to complete.

    THAT BARK:
    The audio component is relatively straightforward, with background soundtracks suitable for each passage.

    BUT WHY 8?

    PROS:
    The extreme simplicity of Inside is one of its defining characteristics, making it a relaxing and fast-paced game to play. Furthermore, the puzzles are never predictable or boring, nor too difficult or frustrating. Additionally, the story is as simple as it is effective.

    CONS:
    The lack of a noteworthy soundtrack is a significant drawback for such an authorial game, making certain areas feel rather bare and playable without audio with few issues and shortcomings. Additionally, at times, the game feels too linear, with levels that give a sense of déjà vu.

    RATINGS:
    Gameplay: 8.5
    Music: 7
    Story: 7
    Puzzles: 8.5
    _    … Expand
  10. o1nk
    Jun 5, 2023
    8
    Игра стартует сразу после запуска, без всяких катсцен и повествования.
    Свобода толкования сюжета полностью лежит на игроке.
    Минимализм музыки и звуков - отличная фишка игры, которая погружает в темный и мрачный мир. Все лучшее было взято из Limbo и улучшено здесь. Визуал и механики также исполнены замечательно.    Игра стартует сразу после запуска, без всяких катсцен и повествования.
    Свобода толкования сюжета полностью лежит на игроке.
    Минимализм музыки и звуков - отличная фишка игры, которая погружает в темный и мрачный мир.
    Все лучшее было взято из Limbo и улучшено здесь.
    Визуал и механики также исполнены замечательно.
  11. Midyen
    Jun 1, 2023
    7
    Based on the gameplay, graphics, sound, content, and originality of the game, I will give it a rating of 7.
  12. gold
    May 28, 2023
    9
    В разы лучше Limbo! Анимация опять лучшее что есть в игре, но графика, камера и сюжет (надо же) не отстают. Головоломки стали В РАЗЫ проще, но и лучше вписываются в локации.
    Я доволен. 9/10
  13. iceay22
    May 28, 2023
    10
    best game i ever played lkokojk,ujggg ggggggggggg g gggggg ggg ggjj ku ha
  14. Wiezzel
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Like Limbo this is a true Masterpiece from the same devs.

    I am always amazed as this is not the kind of game I play but it is REALLY good. Worth the full price and especially if on sale. it is a puzzle spooky game with a some background story to it, that is up to you to understand. The game inspiration was what drew me to it. ( representing a boy escaping a concentration camp in    Like Limbo this is a true Masterpiece from the same devs.

    I am always amazed as this is not the kind of game I play but it is REALLY good.
    Worth the full price and especially if on sale.

    it is a puzzle spooky game with a some background story to it, that is up to you to understand.
    The game inspiration was what drew me to it. ( representing a boy escaping a concentration camp in WW2 germany) was the inspiration for this game ( i learned it after starting it, once I knew I really wanted to continue and finish it)

    I have not been able to finish it since I am stuck atm but REALLY, try it out.    … Expand
  15. Christian_TV
    Apr 15, 2023
    9
    One of the best indie games ever made.The art-style it's incredible and everything is just so perfectly mixed. An absolute gem to play and re-play
  16. bar0yka
    Mar 18, 2023
    9
    manyak ötesi bir oyun kesinlikle herkesin oynaması geren yapım bravo .
  17. BulgarianCritic
    Mar 18, 2023
    8
    A really atmospheric game which has a decent amount of puzzles that sometimes require a lot of trial and error to finish. The story can be interpreted in different ways (I literally have zero idea wtf happens by the end.
    It does get a bit when you mostly move to the right side the entire time but some of "run for your life" moments were genuine nice. Get it at full price!
  18. tadnid
    Mar 18, 2023
    5
    I honestly found this one to be much overrated as an experience. It's not bad, it's certainly not outstanding either.
  19. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  20. azor_4e
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    INSIDE is a masterpiece of game design that will leave you breathless and speechless. The game is a stunning visual and auditory experience that immerses you in a dark and dystopian world where you control a young boy who must escape from a mysterious facility. The game is full of clever puzzles, tense moments, and shocking twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The game hasINSIDE is a masterpiece of game design that will leave you breathless and speechless. The game is a stunning visual and auditory experience that immerses you in a dark and dystopian world where you control a young boy who must escape from a mysterious facility. The game is full of clever puzzles, tense moments, and shocking twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The game has no dialogue or text, but it tells a powerful and emotional story through its brilliant animation and sound design. The game is also incredibly polished and smooth, with no bugs or glitches to ruin the immersion. INSIDE is a game that you have to play to believe. It is one of the best games I have ever played and a true work of art.… Expand
  21. Farzin_mpr
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
    ++++++ Great game+++++++++++++++++++
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  22. Kongmuhammad
    Feb 15, 2023
    10
    یکی از دوستام اینو بهم پیشنهاد داده بود گفت سخته من نمیتونم ردش کنم منم کنجکاو شدم و اینطوری شد که با یکی از بهترین تجربه های بازی در پی سی آشنا شدم
  23. aligunes
    Jan 30, 2023
    8
    This game is very tense and mysterious. The graphics are nice. A different experience with short gameplay.
  24. KingStock_
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Amazing. The art style, the scary envoirment.. I was really not expectong to have so much fun. Piece of art
  25. boltron
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games ever made. It's more like a dense, thick and overwhelming movie than "just" a game. And that ending!
  26. Gusta27
    Jan 6, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply an incredible experience, a game full of theories with beautiful art and setting, a game that throughout the campaign he molds in his head what could be happening there, much of this is explained at the end of the game along with its alternative ending, a pleasant game with basic gameplay, but with a chilling universe, not only competing for "Game of the Year 2016" alongside games like "Uncharted 4: A Thief's End" and "Overwatch" but the winner of Best Art and Best Indie Game, definitely worth its price, and one of the best experiences I've had as a gamer.… Expand
  27. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  28. Deodato
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
    É um jogo exelente uma historia que é contata sem dizer nada , gerando diversas interpretações de jogador pra jogador , joguinho curto , porem ideal
  29. Amsheagar
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    Inside took 4 hours for me. The game keeps you excited for all time. I liked the puzzles, most are very obvious and dont push you out from the flow. Good luck thinking about the ending! I recommend for everyone.
  30. applecookie
    Dec 11, 2022
    8
    I think I saw the end with the maximum immersion from the beginning to the end
    The play time is extremely short, but it seems to be a masterpiece among the lesser-known games
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#15 Best PC Game of 2016
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#20 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
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#76 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 12, 2016
    85
    An immensely polished, gripping platformer experience. Aesthetically, Inside is pretty much ahead of anything done in the gaming space right now. That said, the actual gameplay (pushing blocks, scripted chase sequences) is somewhat lacking in substance. [Sept 2016]
  2. CD-Action
    Sep 17, 2016
    60
    I have already tasted Inside six years ago while I was playing Playdead’s previous game – Limbo. It doesn’t taste as good for the second time, even despite a more appealing peel. [09/2016, p.48]
  3. Games.cz
    Sep 13, 2016
    80
    Emotional, nerve-wracking and technically polished is the game Inside, the spiritual sequel of the Limbo platformer. You will be amazed by its depressive thoughts and horror atmosphere and perhaps slightly disappointed by the relatively short campaign and a few other flaws.
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