INSIDE

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1242 Ratings

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  1. elitedata
    Jul 16, 2016
    10
    The game is a pure masterpiece in terms of both atmospheric design and technical implementation. The final part is jaw-dropping, I was literally shocked at the end. But the game is too short. Only three hours is a crime for such beautifull piece of art. Pleeeease I want more!
  2. 7ucky
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    This game is underrated in terms of it's depth as both a standalone game as well as the spiritual successor to LIMBO. My only negative criticism is that there could've been greater difficulty within the "main quest" puzzles, but even then it's hard to penalize this beaut of a game.
  3. owmynose9000
    Jan 4, 2017
    10
    Inside was an experience that stands out among most modern narratives and proves to be incomparable to those similar within the genre. Players are dropped in the middle of a completely unique world that is very reminiscent of George Orwell's dystopian society in "1984". There is a clear sense of dread emulated throughout the narrative and this is made to be felt quite vividly throughoutInside was an experience that stands out among most modern narratives and proves to be incomparable to those similar within the genre. Players are dropped in the middle of a completely unique world that is very reminiscent of George Orwell's dystopian society in "1984". There is a clear sense of dread emulated throughout the narrative and this is made to be felt quite vividly throughout game-play. Many times throughout navigating the world, paranoia and fear can be felt as threats are so abundant and the world leaves a lingering vulnerability which only leads to enhance the experience.

    While structurally Inside is linear, the puzzles and direction of storytelling make the game compelling. Inside uses its game-play mechanics to enhance and unravel the narrative in a meaningful way that not many other stories have done. A lack of dialogue and sole reliance on the environment empowers the medium in which this story is delivered. This is rare and should be appreciated for its value as an art form and narrative capability. In conclusion, Inside succeeds as an experience in terms of inspiring world and art direction combined together delivering a truly unique and incredible story.    … Expand
  4. Ahlgreenz
    Jul 9, 2016
    10
    INSIDE is absolutely amazing. LIMBO was an absolute masterpiece, so I was shocked when I got into INSIDE and realized Playdead had somehow improved on what was already perfect. I will not say anything about the game specifically, because I believe going in as blind as possible is best for the experience, as well as playing through it in one sitting (it took me roughly 4 hours to beat theINSIDE is absolutely amazing. LIMBO was an absolute masterpiece, so I was shocked when I got into INSIDE and realized Playdead had somehow improved on what was already perfect. I will not say anything about the game specifically, because I believe going in as blind as possible is best for the experience, as well as playing through it in one sitting (it took me roughly 4 hours to beat the first time).… Expand
  5. kafkaten
    Jul 17, 2016
    10
    A actual artistic achievement in gaming. Establishes an amazing mood, has gameplay that is engaging AND helps establish the universe of the game. Builds to a GREAT payoff with a twist near the ending. And the third act is like a cross between dark sci-fi and a Beckett play. It's a game where my friends have discussed the ending and debated its meaning for hours. Good stuff.
  6. TYRY_RAPIRA
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    Incredible, short, atmosheric game. One of the best platformers ever! You should try it if you love indie games or if you've played LIMBO and you like it!
  7. akimov
    Dec 7, 2016
    10
    masterpiece! This is best indi game of the 2016 year. Thanks "playdead", this this game will be platinum soon. I will wait your great games again!!! Sorry for my english -__-
  8. pokrishka
    Jul 16, 2016
    10
    It was short but it was awesome. Me and my friends all love LIMBO and when this came out, I bought it day one, we gathered together and completed it in 2-3 hours. Some people would complain about the length, but for me it just was really really good experience and I don't have much time to spend on video games these days, so I like when they don't take too much.
  9. Filipes
    Aug 1, 2017
    10
    There are books you should read, there are films you should watch and there are games you should play. This is definetly one of these games you shouldn't miss.
  10. iseeall
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    It's an "experience"-like puzzle game where the puzzles aren't too hard for even casual players to solve and the art is so great that just about any frame in the game could be a painting.

    The Good: - as said, excellent art style. I was frequently asking myself "how did they do this?" (i mean, technically) It's Unity game engine, but still, I imagine tons of artists' work must have gone    It's an "experience"-like puzzle game where the puzzles aren't too hard for even casual players to solve and the art is so great that just about any frame in the game could be a painting.

    The Good:
    - as said, excellent art style. I was frequently asking myself "how did they do this?" (i mean, technically) It's Unity game engine, but still, I imagine tons of artists' work must have gone into every scene there.
    - a geat depressing feel of being powerless, hunted down, oppressed. The game shows a soulless industrial world, with mind-controlled bodies of humans, dead pigs and huge empty hangars and warehouses
    - pretty nice sound (there is practically no music here but the sounds are very atmospheric)
    - sirprisingly complex and natural animations of characters - dunno how they did this either
    - tons of innovative, truly original scripted sequences and puzzles which I have never seen anywhere else! This leaves an impression that they simply didn't allow any mediocre design idea into the game.

    The so-so:
    - lack of story! There is a general feeling of a story happening, and a very strange ending. I went online searching for an explanation of the ending, thinking I may have not paid attention during play or was too unsophisticated to decypher it - but instead of a clear explanation I just found multiple "theories" about who mind controls whom etc. Seriously, people, artists use this trick to make you think their work is more deep that it actually is. The devs don't know themselves what they wanted to say, which means there is no story there. Instead, there are vague and contradicting clues, "signs" and mini-narratives inserted at random to make you curious. These theories and discussions they need just to get some buzz around the game. Don't fall for that trick. If the creator has a clear story in mind, he tells it directly and clearly. And if you see a vague piece like this be sure the creator himself has no clue. Anyway, this isn't really a bad thing. Whatever. It feels too "artsy" and a bit too cheap of a trick to me. But they are in their own right here as artists. Maybe i'm just a too "logical" math/sci type for this. Still, i did enjoy the feeling and the overall setting of the game, even if there is no story.
    - a somewhat too linear style of puzzles - frequently I would solve them just by doing the only things possible, only realizing the idea behind the puzzle after solving it. Which still may be ok for casual players who don't like harder games (?)

    The bad:
    - truly, I found none.

    My respect to Denmark has grown after seeing what its game developers can create. Hats off to you guys.    … Expand
  11. LETO
    Jul 8, 2016
    10
    A game like Inside with 7-8 hours of gameplay would have been my favorite game of all time. As its shorter, it just takes a place in my top-10. A true little atmospheric masterpiece. Thank you Playdead for making me feel i will never stop gaming no matter my age. 10
  12. Babak_J
    Jul 19, 2016
    10
    This game is an visual achievement in interactive art, the dystopian setting draws you in from beginning to end and the animations is the smoothest I've seen since Journey. There is no doubt this is an masterpiece and needs to be experienced!
  13. Violett
    Feb 25, 2017
    10
    First I decided to give it 8 mark - the game is amazing but far too dark. Now I've changed my mind - this is another example of how modern games should be made today. So here is my points:
    - first of all - plot, it should be in any game, from MOBA or strategy to RPG or shooter. Plot is the most important thing in all games
    - the game should not be long - 6-20 hours is perfect. No game    First I decided to give it 8 mark - the game is amazing but far too dark. Now I've changed my mind - this is another example of how modern games should be made today. So here is my points:
    - first of all - plot, it should be in any game, from MOBA or strategy to RPG or shooter. Plot is the most important thing in all games
    - the game should not be long - 6-20 hours is perfect. No game should be grindy.
    - gameplay - it should be intuitive and clear
    I understand there are different games focusing on different points, but as a platformer Inside meets all criteria above. Ori and the Blind Forest, Super Meat Boy, Bindings of Isaac and now Inside - that how the games should be made today. As if you live there playing, when you can feel all what happens to your character on your skin.
    As of Inside, this game also reminded me of Portal 2 - humongous abandoned factories, I could really feel all this fear and loneliness of that boy.
    To sum it up - 10 of 10, perfect game.    … Expand
  14. gracjanski
    Feb 18, 2018
    10
    Genious game, incredibly minimalistic and although that great fun.
    The atmosphere is genious, very dark and depressive. The light and shadow elements made some scenes very beautiful, good graphic engine.
    The atmosphere fits perfectly to the story, which is an art, you dont get any intro, not text, you understand the story just by looking at your surroundings. Gameplay is very simple:    Genious game, incredibly minimalistic and although that great fun.
    The atmosphere is genious, very dark and depressive. The light and shadow elements made some scenes very beautiful, good graphic engine.
    The atmosphere fits perfectly to the story, which is an art, you dont get any intro, not text, you understand the story just by looking at your surroundings.
    Gameplay is very simple: run,jump,grab. Just like the whole game, it is very minimalistic. But with such few possibilities you get many interesting puzzles.

    The only bad thing of this game: Steam... no retail version    … Expand
  15. theeDarkhorse
    Aug 22, 2016
    10
    Astonishing. I always wondered why the game took so long to produce. Now i know. Hollywood level production values. The cutting edge at your fingertips. Game of the decade. Best experience since Shadow of the Colossus. Well done Playdead.
  16. SebboBastian
    Dec 24, 2018
    10
    Every little scene in Inside is perfectly polished. Even the achivements is fun to find.
  17. curzon_dax
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    This is the best game of its genre, hands down. It doesn't technically deserve a 10, but since it's at least a 9 and the best of its genre, in a genre that is lately overdone, it must have a bonus. Definitely recommended to anyone liking some atmospheric platformer.
  18. BrainStain
    Jul 10, 2016
    10
    This is a lesson in quality over quantity, but a lesson that leaves you hungry for more!
    Sublime piece of video game design all around the board.
    The atmosphere and tension that is put into this game is of a detail rarely seen. The beautiful visuals and pacing will blow many players away within the first few scenes; completely captivating them and dragging them into a bizarre and dark    This is a lesson in quality over quantity, but a lesson that leaves you hungry for more!
    Sublime piece of video game design all around the board.
    The atmosphere and tension that is put into this game is of a detail rarely seen.
    The beautiful visuals and pacing will blow many players away within the first few scenes; completely captivating them and dragging them into a bizarre and dark world.
    Yes, the game is short but you won't get bored and it won't feel like a chore to play. The levels always have lots going on and are a testament to storytelling without words or text.
    I'm still inclined to give this title a 10/10 despite its brevity; everything in the game is clearly well thought out and a real joy to play.    … Expand
  19. NP-complete
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Mysterious and detailed environment, intelligent and original puzzles (but not extremely hard), a secret alternative ending, and the best puzzle of all: the story itself, which will make you try to decipher if for days after you finish it. If you are looking for a game you won't forget a couple of weeks after finishing it, then this one is a must buy. Probably the best 2D puzzle-platformMysterious and detailed environment, intelligent and original puzzles (but not extremely hard), a secret alternative ending, and the best puzzle of all: the story itself, which will make you try to decipher if for days after you finish it. If you are looking for a game you won't forget a couple of weeks after finishing it, then this one is a must buy. Probably the best 2D puzzle-platform game I've ever played.… Expand
  20. Tetragrammaton
    Dec 6, 2017
    10
    This game has managed to become my favorite game of all time. I loved the ultra realistic animations and immersive atmosphere. While I was playing I couldn't wait to see what happens next and after I finished it I wish it had kept going. Now I'm having a hard time finding a game that sucks you in *wink* like INSIDE does. I'll be waiting for Playdead's next game impatiently.
  21. Nickolababaiko
    Jan 6, 2017
    10
    Шедевральная игра от создателей LIMBO! Атмосфера тут ВСЕ!Постоянно что то новенькое! Загадочный сюжет, который дает десятки мыслей - что здесь черт возьми происходит! Интересные и в меру сложные головоломки!(ни разу не психовал))) А в LIMBO пару раз с психу волосы на жопе рвал в диких головоломках!)))
    Игра супер! Жаль что короткая! Я за 4 часа прошел!    Шедевральная игра от создателей LIMBO! Атмосфера тут ВСЕ!Постоянно что то новенькое! Загадочный сюжет, который дает десятки мыслей - что здесь черт возьми происходит! Интересные и в меру сложные головоломки!(ни разу не психовал))) А в LIMBO пару раз с психу волосы на жопе рвал в диких головоломках!)))
    Игра супер! Жаль что короткая! Я за 4 часа прошел!
  22. Coffinmaker
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    This game is a piece of art.

    What I loved: chicks, pigs with tapeworms sticking out of their butts, the ending
    What i hated: wasn't very fond of mind controlling sequences
  23. LongShot24
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    A surprisingly wonderful and creative side scroller. The atmosphere and graphics are superb as well.
  24. Give_em_hell
    Mar 13, 2019
    10
    It's a great game, it summarizes the modern human tragedy without a single world, but with strong symbolism. It creates a perfect fearful atmosphere by masterful camera angles, using extreme loneliness, wastelands and huge deep waters and lots of echoes. I wish a similar game were made for a Lovecraftian theme.
  25. Havharo
    Sep 7, 2016
    10
    I've started playing and couldn't stop. The game from the very beginning was very intriguing, and it kept me going forward. I was very curious how the story will unfold. The games music and graphic style is very good. The idea for the game is exceptional and the creators of this piece deserve a huge praise. One of the best games I've played in my 25 years of gaming.
  26. felasi
    Oct 18, 2016
    10
    What an excellent game that is very unique in its approach and game play. Aside from the gorgeous gorgeous visuals, and immersive environment that really gets you attached to the character and some situations emotional disturbed by some of the going on's in the game, the puzzles are very creative and varied enough that you don't feel like your doing similar puzzles. With some intuitiveWhat an excellent game that is very unique in its approach and game play. Aside from the gorgeous gorgeous visuals, and immersive environment that really gets you attached to the character and some situations emotional disturbed by some of the going on's in the game, the puzzles are very creative and varied enough that you don't feel like your doing similar puzzles. With some intuitive thinking, they are also not that difficult to the point where you just get plain frustrated. This isn't a triple A title, or a game backed up with a huge budget, but for what it is, it is simply amazing. It does suffer from lack of 'repalyability', but your really just going to play this game for the one time experience anyway.… Expand
  27. Versao
    Nov 23, 2016
    10
    Com certeza foi um dos melhores que joguei em 2016, recomendo demais pra aquelas pessoas que curtem um jogo 2d com gráficos em altíssima qualidade. O preço é muito barato pela experiência obtida.
  28. TharosTheDragon
    Jan 3, 2017
    10
    Programming, art, design, sound, every aspect of this game is spectacular.

    I don't normally like this experience-on-rails kind of game. I'm normally a hardcore gameplay junkie that doesn't care much for story. But Inside blew me away.

    I took the time to find all the secrets on my own.
  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.
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    Dec 2, 2020
    10
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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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Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

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  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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