Ode

 PC
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Nov 27, 2017
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. SpazioGames
    Dec 12, 2017
    90
    Ode is a beautiful journey through sounds and colors, it's experimentation and exploration in a dreamy world.
  2. Worth Playing
    Jun 22, 2018
    85
    Ode is one of those games where you may only play it once, but the experience sticks with you for some time. There's simply a sense of joy as you go through these levels and make music organically; you see the tunes start from humble beginnings before transforming into a full-blown melody that you can enjoy before trekking to the next stage. Ode looks and sounds beautiful, and although it can be finished very quickly, you'll be glad to have given this game a spin.
  3. XGN
    Mar 6, 2018
    80
    Ode is a short but enjoyable ride. Playing as Joy while making your own background tune is both fun and relaxing. Although the game only lasts around two hours, you will be intrigued from start to finish.
  5. PLAY! Zine
    Jan 28, 2018
    80
    Ode is a great musical platformer able to entertain everyone. Simplicity is one of its best elements, because it gives you a heartwarming welcome after a hard day. Everything in this game makes for a perfect sound and by going forward you get a final melody filled with happiness. Besides a lack of levels there are no bad things here.
  6. games(TM)
    Jan 25, 2018
    80
    A wonderfully-executed musical masterpiece. [Issue#196, p.87]
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  7. Edge Magazine
    Jan 9, 2018
    80
    In every sense, the pleasure here is in the playing. [Issue#315, p.122]
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  8. Critical Hit
    Dec 4, 2017
    80
    If you’ve ever wondered what poetry in motion looks like, then Ode’s imaginative mix of music and exploration will leave you with a smile on your face.
  9. IGN Italia
    Nov 30, 2017
    80
    Ode is a good mix of music, platform and poetry.
  10. IGN Spain
    Nov 30, 2017
    78
    An oniric and awesome experience based on music, images and sensations. We become a little star inside a ball that makes evolve the all elements on screen. A great product to get relaxed and enjoy. No plot, no problems. Just music.
  11. PlayGround.ru
    Dec 12, 2017
    75
    Ode is a game that let you relax and do almost nothing. It looks and sounds beautiful, but we doubt you will play it a lot.
  12. 3DJuegos
    Nov 30, 2017
    75
    Ode is a great musical experience with the flavor of a good platform game.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Nov 30, 2017
    Music and movement combine in a game that mints joy from wonderful organic weirdness. [Recommended]

Awards & Rankings

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#49 Most Shared PC Game of 2017

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User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. MobBarley
    Dec 11, 2017
    9
    This should be top of your 'get high and play' list. A mind bending transdimensional music trip. If you've ever wondered what its like to beThis should be top of your 'get high and play' list. A mind bending transdimensional music trip. If you've ever wondered what its like to be fully immersed in a game - this is for you. -1 for uPlay however, why not steam?… Full Review »
  2. fartheststar
    Aug 25, 2019
    5
    I thought I'd like a game about releasing joy. I normally like these free explore games, and as a musician a game about unlocking the songI thought I'd like a game about releasing joy. I normally like these free explore games, and as a musician a game about unlocking the song should appeal. For whatever reason Ode didn't connect with me at all. I started the game 3 times and never even finished the first level. I always ended up exiting before getting to a save point or completing the level. I admit I must be pathetically bad at the platforming elements the game needs me to perform to progress. I got to the same place 3 different times and couldn't figure out how to advance or couldn't execute the jumps needed (I rarely play platformer-type games so maybe that's part of it). Each time I got frustrated and lost interest and said I'll try again later, and each return took me back to start of game. I probably won't try a fourth time though, as it'll probably end the same - and I'm tired of hearing that same song repeat.

    I guess I'm disappointed as I was looking for something odd and experimental like this to take my mind to a different fun place. I can't recommend it though.    … Full Review »
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