Ori and the Will of the Wisps

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1370 Ratings

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  1. AstiX
    May 19, 2020
    9
    Addicting af, though can be frustrating at times when you've spent hours aimlessly exploring/clearing an area only to find out you're missing a certain power and need to come back later to progress. Happened quite a few times.

    Anyways, combat is damn smooth and fluid. Weapons really pack a punch which makes destroying anything very satisfying. Progressing further and getting upgrades is    Addicting af, though can be frustrating at times when you've spent hours aimlessly exploring/clearing an area only to find out you're missing a certain power and need to come back later to progress. Happened quite a few times.

    Anyways, combat is damn smooth and fluid. Weapons really pack a punch which makes destroying anything very satisfying. Progressing further and getting upgrades is very rewarding and amps up the fun.

    I kind of disliked the way you only have 3 buttons to assign to a great deal of abilities and have to pause and reassign buttons to use different ones, so I ended up using only 3-4 abilities the entire game, completely forgetting about most of the others.    … Expand
  2. Moth3rlov3r
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    This game is a beautiful master piece. The graphics are stunning and the story is designed to be thrilling throughout the whole time. A clear recommendation, go for it!
  3. Tomle1202
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a masterfully crafted experience that will enchant your every sense from start to finish.
  4. Amsheagar
    May 20, 2020
    10
    If you like Ori and the blind forest you will like Ori and the will of the wisps too. Everything are perfect in this game. I can't say anything bad. This is an art. I enjoyed every minutes i have spent for it. I really recommend.
  5. kurt_russell
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    This has got to be GOTY if not a worthy contestant. It IS a masterpiece in every way.
    The music score alone is phenomenal and deserves an award. It really compliments the artistic choices the developers made and brings you into the scene. I couldn't help but get emotional in this game with the story. That ending.... it was just perfect!.... just perfect!
  6. safari
    Sep 22, 2022
    10
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    aksiyon oynanış mekanikleri hoşuma gitti
    kesinlikle oynanaması gereken bir oyun
    15 ila 20 saat arası sürüyor tavsiye edilir
  7. ConstantinS
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    This game is a total masterpiece, with many improvements over the first one (witch also was phenomenal)! Just buy it, you'll have a great experience!
  8. dr0nzer
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    Amazing visuals with a very strong sound track, gameplay and mechanics are beautifully designed, puzzles give a good challenge and plenty of exploration to do, all wrapped in a captivating story. PC game still had bugs, noticeably with the random "buzzing metal" sound that destroyed key moments and gave my ears a heart attack.
    Boss fights felt right with the right amount of challenge, the    Amazing visuals with a very strong sound track, gameplay and mechanics are beautifully designed, puzzles give a good challenge and plenty of exploration to do, all wrapped in a captivating story. PC game still had bugs, noticeably with the random "buzzing metal" sound that destroyed key moments and gave my ears a heart attack.
    Boss fights felt right with the right amount of challenge, the chase sequences however were in a lot of cases too tight, not enough time and very punishing when it sends you to beginning, some checkpoints would have been nice (Tip for those moments, play with sound off will make it easier).    … Expand
  9. accasenzaH
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Definitely one of the best games of this year.

    I loved it even though I don't like this genre, the plot is amazing and very emotional, the music and sounds are perfect and the gameplay is very funny despite it can be very difficult.
  10. razMN
    Mar 30, 2022
    9
    For sure a game I recommend anyone playing, it's a very clear evolution from the first game in every aspect, from gameplay to story. There's some points that got me confused, like sidequests objectives in general (and NPCs being refered to as "Moki", and there's tons of these around).

    But it's on Game Pass, and it's a masterpiece I recommend playing.
  11. anton235
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    игра получилась великолепной, музыка отличная, геймплей разнообразен и интересный, графика изумительная, сюжет хорош. 10 из 10.
  12. nitorita
    Apr 5, 2020
    9
    It's hard to put my finger on it, but there's something about this sequel that makes it a more enjoyable experience than the prequel. I didn't enjoy the prequel all that much since it was mostly going from one point to another without really caring about why. But I don't get that feel here.

    There are a lot of secret areas to find and progression is faster now, with the map feeling more    It's hard to put my finger on it, but there's something about this sequel that makes it a more enjoyable experience than the prequel. I didn't enjoy the prequel all that much since it was mostly going from one point to another without really caring about why. But I don't get that feel here.

    There are a lot of secret areas to find and progression is faster now, with the map feeling more condensed. The atmosphere feels more welcoming and entices you to explore. If you haven't played the prequel, you won't really know what's going on in this game, but it won't affect your gameplay.

    Overall, the game isn't that long, and if you played the prequel and are used to the motions already, it's not hard to speed through. The automatic checkpoints alleviate the frustration of manual checkpoints the prequel had, although it does make the game easier.

    The map isn't as complex as before and many elements were recycled, but the story was more meaningful and the boss battles were satisfying (albeit potentially difficult for casual players). The conclusion was incredibly emotional and bumped my score from an 8.5 to a 9.

    If you want to save time, don't bother repairing the thorns or cave until endgame, since you can't do anything until that point anyway. Also, go to the desert area as soon as the game branches off to fetch the upgrade there, and then return and explore the other regions before continuing on with the desert. The upgrade will enable you to explore a lot more of the game without having to backtrack later on.

    One thing that bothered me about this game is that it stutters a lot (at least, on the Xbox Game Pass version). This is probably an initial release optimization issue, which will likely be ironed out as time goes on. It is still fully playable and won't affect your gameplay, but it does make cutscenes look weird.    … Expand
  13. TheHambro
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Much like the first game, playing through Ori and the Will of the Wisps is truly an experience. It’s an astonishing feat how much was improved in this sequel, and as far as Metroidvanias go, this one has certainly earned to be called one of the best.

    The visuals, music, gameplay, and story are all so intricately fine-tuned. The visuals are gorgeous and vibrant, and the music is just    Much like the first game, playing through Ori and the Will of the Wisps is truly an experience. It’s an astonishing feat how much was improved in this sequel, and as far as Metroidvanias go, this one has certainly earned to be called one of the best.

    The visuals, music, gameplay, and story are all so intricately fine-tuned. The visuals are gorgeous and vibrant, and the music is just as incredible as ever. The platforming feels fluid and will feel like second nature not long into it; it’s just that good. This time, combat is more fleshed out and feels very reminiscent of Hollow Knight. Although the bread and butter is the platforming aspect, the combat is still very fun and well incorporated. The story is, once again, very emotional and is told more through music, sounds, and visuals rather than through actual dialogue or text. Bosses will lend to some very intense fights because they’re not a static rinse and repeat battle and is very dynamic and will change; it’s just awesome.

    I honestly can’t find anything wrong with the game. If I had any critiques with the actual design, then they’re not worth mentioning. I will say I ran into just a few small visual bugs, but that’s pretty much it. The developers really did an awesome job to make a polished product that I can’t really criticize.

    Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a product of passion and devotion. When we’re in this position when we really can’t trust AAA developers and their products anymore, this is the reason why you can look to Indie developers like Moon Studios for pure, wholesome, and unadulterated games. To me, this game is a masterpiece. For any fan of Metroidvanias, platformers, or just great games, this is a must buy.    … Expand
  14. Anox
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Jogo, incrivel. Gameplay totalmente balanceada, história e OST muito bem feitos parabéns a todos os envolvidos que me emocionaram jogando.
  15. Pietrofonix
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Un platform/metroidvania favoloso, sequel di Ori and the Blind Forest che migliora sotto ogni aspetto. Un combat system rivisto e migliorato, un level design stupefacente e uno stile grafico sensazionale, un piccolo capolavoro. Il gioco inoltre non è per nulla facile, man mano che si va avanti con la storia la difficoltà aumenterà notevolmente.
    Da sistemare con una patch giusto qualche    Un platform/metroidvania favoloso, sequel di Ori and the Blind Forest che migliora sotto ogni aspetto. Un combat system rivisto e migliorato, un level design stupefacente e uno stile grafico sensazionale, un piccolo capolavoro. Il gioco inoltre non è per nulla facile, man mano che si va avanti con la storia la difficoltà aumenterà notevolmente.
    Da sistemare con una patch giusto qualche calo di frame in alcune aree e lo sblocco di alcuni achievements che rimangono bloccati.    … Expand
  16. Yeld
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    I had technical problems initially, but dusting off my PC and getting a proper GPU fixed everything completely.

    Now Ori and the Will of the Wisp is EASILY the most fluid and visually impressive game I have ever played on PC. It's an absolute masterpiece and I feel bad for not experiencing it properly right from the start.

    Definitely THE game to try ig you have a HDR capable monitor!!
  17. BLOODRAINEM
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    Enjoyed this game a lot. It copies many mechanics from Hollow Knight. The story is good but I was expecting to see more owl involvement in the process.
    10 Good graphics
    10 Perfect music
    10 Adorable design
    9 Story
    9 Gameplay features
    8 Difficulty evolution(the end of the game)
  18. Howlky
    May 11, 2020
    10
    Inovador, empolgante, fantástico, mágico. Que faz vc nao parar e curtir cada pedacinho dos cenários
  19. brkykmsz
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever made in the history of video games. Well done...
  20. CerN
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    I have cried for 2 days now after finishing it... What a beautiful, stunning masterpiece.
  21. pawq
    Mar 8, 2021
    8
    Much like its predecessor, Ori and the Will of the Wisps is gorgeous, affectionate, and really fun to play in terms of movement and combat mechanics. It maintained the great atmosphere of the original, including beautiful music, while expanding some of the mechanics to make it feel like a development. Despite that, I didn't find it quite as "pure" an experience as the first game, I thinkMuch like its predecessor, Ori and the Will of the Wisps is gorgeous, affectionate, and really fun to play in terms of movement and combat mechanics. It maintained the great atmosphere of the original, including beautiful music, while expanding some of the mechanics to make it feel like a development. Despite that, I didn't find it quite as "pure" an experience as the first game, I think partly due to the significantly increased number of various mechanics, which meant I constantly had to think about say what skills to use, instead of just feeling it. Still, a gorgeous platformer and a worthy continuation of the Blind Forest.… Expand
  22. Gaudy
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    Precioso, encantador, cuidado, con un sonido y musica sobervios. Dificultad adecuada, progresión adecuada. Un clasico que hay que jugarlo. Destaca en todo y en todo sobresale. Jugabilidad maxima, puro disfrute.
  23. Arcadiuz
    Jan 29, 2022
    8
    Not as good as the predecessor. But it´s a well done sequel. The artdesign and score are Stunning. Ori has one of the best metroid vania gemaplay. Everything feels so smooth.
  24. arieljbz
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    De los mejores juegos de plataforma que he jugado.
    Positivo
    -Apartado artístico y gráfico
    -De las mejores bandas sonaras que he escuchado en este año
    -Historia llamativa
    -Mejora profundamente al primer juego
    -Historia y bosses

    Negativo
    - Historia relativamente corta
    - Misiones secundarias desde mi punto de vista sobran.
  25. Kauank
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Jogo absurdo! Graficos, gameplay, trilha sonora... Tudo em altíssimo nível.
  26. CharlesDuchemin
    Aug 28, 2022
    8
    Beautiful, fluid and fun, but it offers little innovation with regards to the first part.
  27. HybridDestroyer
    Apr 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphics-10/10
    As a platformer there isn't that much in the realm of graphics and unfortunately I don't play many platformers. But from the few that have Ori WoTW is probably one of the best I've seen.

    Art-10/10
    The art style is just as good as the first Ori and fits perfectly. Each area had its own unique characteristics. Artistically it didn't feel like any area was reusing anything from another and the transitions from area to area felt and looked smooth. It didn't feel like there were any abrupt changes in the atmosphere. The creatures you meet along the way are also interesting in design and really add to the character of each area.

    Story-8/10
    The story of Ori WoTW is excellent but as the game wrapped up I realized that it felt like some of the story points from the first Ori were being reused. WoTW has Ori as the savior of course but it reuses the idea of a tragic background to elicit sympathy towards the antagonist. The game is also quite depressing on a number of accounts which is a bit different from the generally happy setting of the first Ori.

    Charc. Dev.-7.5/10
    Unfortunately there's not much out of charc. dev. since there isn't much time to develop anything. Ori is still the savior, having the courage to stand against a foe, compassion to help, and the sympathy to understand things from his opponent's point of view. Not much changed in that aspect from the first game to WoTW. I was surprised to see that the side characters had as much of a personality as they did. The Moki proved to be an enjoyable presence and the other NPCs really helped to create the feeling of a family that Ori was building. The antagonist also had a background that, while short, explained quite a bit and makes you step back and think about the justifications in some people's actions.

    Ending-8/10
    Part of the ending felt reused from the first Ori where you're supposed to feel bad for the antagonist in some ways. It's not necessarily a ding off the points since it felt like it was implemented nicely but I would have like to see something substantially different. I found the last boss fight to be really cool, where you have to constantly move, but I kinda cheesed Shriek using the rapid-fire, multi-shot bow. There was a plot twist at the very end which was a nice and welcome surprise that wraps everything up perfectly with no need for another game in the series.

    Difficulty-8/10
    The overall difficulty of the main story wasn't bad. But I say they should have nerfed the bow b/c if you had the mana you could destroy anything in seconds. Most of the side quests, achievements, and puzzles were very entertaining and gave a sense of accomplishment for completing them. Especially the missions that have Ori building a refuge for all of the creatures. I didn't think any of the missions were exceedingly hard, a few of them had you running around which was kind of annoying. There are a few ppl that say some areas were impossible and that ruined the game for them, they didn't even finish the b/c it was too hard. To them I say, you're just not persistent enough. I suck at most games, I've only ever played like 3 or 4 platformers and I got like 98% completion on Ori WoTW in about 15 hours. I played the Dark Souls series and some bosses would take me well over 25 attempts. With WoTW I found the challenge races to be the most frustrating part but even then the most attempts I took to complete them were around 7 or 8 tries.

    Soundtrack-10/10
    What else can I say except that it was phenomenal. For such a short game the soundtrack is huge and every piece reinforces the uniqueness of everything you come across. Emotional scenes were enhanced by many of the powerful pieces of the musical score. I especially enjoyed that they used a variation of the first Ori theme.

    Background noise-10/10
    The background noises like ambient sounds of water or the sound effects of Ori's attacks were done quite well. I have no complaints. The abilities that Ori uses sound powerful when you expect them to and graceful when they're supposed to. Everything has a sound when interacting with it as well. When walking across a wooden bridge you can hear it creak. Water, sand, and solid ground have their own unique terrain sound effects as you move over them.

    Price-8/10
    $30 for the base game I think is reasonably priced but I still hesitated. I would have bought it in an instant if it were just $5 cheaper but obviously I understand that any game worth playing can't be dirt cheap. Usually I say a game is worth its price when hours played = cost but WoTW made up for it in the other categories.

    Overall gameplay-9/10
    I enjoyed the vast majority of the game. IMO the ending could have been improved by doing something different from the first Ori and I would have like to see a more happy setting. I usually play more casual games to relax and chill, not to be immersed in deep thought and feels but WoTW was enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it.    … Expand
  28. xXClutchDutchXx
    Apr 3, 2020
    8
    Ori and the will of the wisps is a beautiful game that does everything right. The only exception to this is, does it really stand out from the first. Looks and story are similar but what makes this game is it's platforming and as far as that goes, it feels the same. If you want a reason to jump back into the ori world then be my guess. It's a good game.
  29. Rocksod
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Absolutely astonishing game with great visual effect and fantastic music.nice and sweet. Stuck for all day
  30. farkasdavid01
    Mar 16, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed playing Ori and the of the wisps. The game has an incredible visual art style and a magnificent original score. The gameplay is challenging but also rewarding. The story is lovely and the game has a lot to offer for everyone playing it.
  31. SilverOrlov
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    Still an excellent platformer with elements of metroidvania and a beautiful, albeit simple, story. This time, the developers decided to experiment with the action genre and added full-fledged bosses, a dozen mini-arenas, races with your shadow and simple melee combat, by itself. Since there are Skill/Upgrade Crystals here, you can combine them to your heart. There are a dozen simple sideStill an excellent platformer with elements of metroidvania and a beautiful, albeit simple, story. This time, the developers decided to experiment with the action genre and added full-fledged bosses, a dozen mini-arenas, races with your shadow and simple melee combat, by itself. Since there are Skill/Upgrade Crystals here, you can combine them to your heart. There are a dozen simple side quests here too.
    For the first hour of a regular game-play, it constantly seemed to me that the game was uncomfortable, the character moves/jumps amorphously, but then I got used to it and, quite normally, passed the most difficult places of the game, and traveling through locations was fast due to a "local parkour" without errors and damage.
    There are small complaints about the game, like self-repetitions, in a couple of places, but these are all trifles and nit-picking. Like I said - it's still a gaming masterpiece... which, in the second part, put an end to the history of our character Ori.    … Expand
  32. tenti
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Si no te emocionaba al jugar este juego no eres humano.
    Ori demuestra que no siempre el dicho que dice, las segundas partes no fueron tan buena.
  33. Ci3cco
    May 24, 2020
    10
    I mean its a true masterpiece, especially the visual and sound part, gameplay is funny and not repetitive, just a little hard sometimes even in normal/easy mode, who can be quite frustrating.. but it's a must play.
  34. Atallah
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    لعبة جميلة جداً من رسومات و قيم بلي و موسيقة كانت فيها قليجات بسيطه
  35. boeph
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    Одна из лучших игр в игровой индустрии. Обязательна всем к прохождению.
    P.S. Сам я не любитель платформеров и метроидваний.
  36. DespairRemnant
    Mar 16, 2020
    8
    A little messy from the Microsoft store. I kind of regret not buying it on Steam.
  37. Julpyz93
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    This game is just incredible... Ori and the blind forest was already a masterpiece but this game level up every aspect of the previous games : in graphics, game play, character, word design and level disign, and the freaking music
  38. Wweald
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Amazing sequel to one of my favorite games. The first game is better, but this one is still amazing. The combat and platforming are better in this game. However the first game still wins for me due to it's superior world and story.
  39. AngrySir
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    A metroidvania masterpiece, great overall design, stunning music and art style
  40. BerceGampu
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    So engaging with atmoshphere, music score, voice actor, Challenging action packed with variations of ability. I think we would remember this game for years to come.
  41. FuriousAegon
    Mar 16, 2021
    9
    Magnificient game!
    Incredible art design and soundtrack!Unbelievable narrative and very sad story with good drama elements, very good gameplay but the last level before final boss is quite annoying and in my opinion it is used to stretch the timing of the game so that is why i have placed 9/10, because the rest of the game is materpiece and it is must play title to all XBOX users and also    Magnificient game!
    Incredible art design and soundtrack!Unbelievable narrative and very sad story with good drama elements, very good gameplay but the last level before final boss is quite annoying and in my opinion it is used to stretch the timing of the game so that is why i have placed 9/10, because the rest of the game is materpiece and it is must play title to all XBOX users and also PC users.    … Expand
  42. tntbuffalo
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    One again blown away with the score, visuals and art direction. The combat has a couple tweaks that make it feel very fresh.
    I did suffer a couple of frame dips here and there on the Xbox Game Pass PC version of the game. Besides that, I highly recommend this game if you enjoyed the first!
  43. RevoQ
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    I still have no idea how to master such a special game, just play and feel this feeling.
  44. ZephyrDrake
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute gem, it's just as good as the first game but just better in almost every way.
    I 100%ed this game to see absolutely everything it had to offer, and it is amazing.

    10/10 would 100% again!
  45. Hatapon
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
    The Best game ever. Beautiful music, graphics, gameplay, lore. Very emotional journey you don't forget.
    10/10 perfect game.
  46. AndreOF
    Mar 17, 2020
    10
    I enjoyed every second of it. The game mastered the art style and music with a very solid and fun gameplay.
  47. Klaher
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    The best Game of 2020. A product that absolutely everyone should play!!!!!!!
  48. Morgan_
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    Музыка - 10
    Дизайн локаций - 10
    История - 10
    Один из лучших платформеров, выходящих когда либо.
  49. Vankip125
    Mar 15, 2020
    10
    Настоящая сказка. Идеальный сиквел. Буквально каждые 10 минут новая игровая механика, сногсшибательный визуал, красивая музыка и продолжительность в два раза больше чем оригинал.
  50. blover
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Better than Ori and the blind forest.Fantastic graphics, good music and gameplay.
  51. WarkStelliar
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, completely flawless.
    Improves on the first game in every way. One of my favourite games of the last 10 years.
  52. Kaan457
    May 17, 2020
    10
    the best game of 2020. seriously what do you expect from a game? this game just feels good
  53. Renaigse
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    Игра мне в целом зашла, но я бы хотел написать о недостатках: во первых, игра фризит и звук ломается, если поставить ее не на ssd, что вообще полный бред. Во-вторых, баланс в игре сосет, т.е. , если ты недокачен - ты сосешь, если перекачен - нагибаешь, что очень сильно ощущается в босс файтах, игра по сравнению с первой частью стала менее скиллозависимой и стала более рпгшной, где решаетИгра мне в целом зашла, но я бы хотел написать о недостатках: во первых, игра фризит и звук ломается, если поставить ее не на ssd, что вообще полный бред. Во-вторых, баланс в игре сосет, т.е. , если ты недокачен - ты сосешь, если перекачен - нагибаешь, что очень сильно ощущается в босс файтах, игра по сравнению с первой частью стала менее скиллозависимой и стала более рпгшной, где решает уже прокачка. Также есть один очень херовый с точки зрения геймдизайна уровень, где вас преследует здоровенный песчаный червь, так вот: проходить эту погоню крайне неинтересно, арт-дизайн наискучнейший, червь дико имбовый на хард сложности, 1 микрозаминка и все заново, чек пойнты не расставлены там, где в теории они бы зашли, в итоге ты вынужден полтора часа ковырять этот убогий уровень, хотелось дропнуть просто игру на этом моменте. Фазы в босс-файтах тоже очень кривые, если ты получил урон/потратил ману на пред фазе, то в следующей можешь не рассчитывать на восполнение, все останется на прежнем уровне. Ну а так, хорошее продолжение, но блоггеры явно перехваливают игру, у нее есть минусы, первая часть зашла куда лучше , при том, что была в 10 раз сложнее имхо… Expand
  54. Gomi234
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    Wonderful experience from start to finish, it's a perfect mix between stunning visuals, beautiful music and really tight gameplay, simply incredible
  55. Prometheus1241
    Jan 2, 2021
    9
    Although it borrows a lot from other metroidvanias, it has good mechanics and emotional storytelling, which make Ori a great metroidvania
  56. prettykitty100
    Aug 27, 2020
    9
    I love this game! If you like great Metroidvanias, you should play the first game (Ori and the Blind Forest) and then play this game. Both awesome games.
  57. Thepredator91
    May 3, 2020
    10
    This game does everything perfect. From the art style, story, music, atmosphere and also gameplay. Ori and the blind forest was one of my favorite platformers, and they made it even better with the Will of the Wisps.
  58. Th3Greyhound
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
    шикарная игра, все просто афигенно я просто пишу рандомный текст чтобы можно было поставить 10 баллов.
  59. LokiEml
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just as good as the first one :) I enjoyed the game play idk if this one was easier or if I that's just how it felt but it was funny nonetheless and just like the first one i got excited in parts and i cried in some parts I would definitely recommend this game. Ps creator stop making me cry lol… Expand
  60. xBooth
    May 12, 2020
    9
    Fantastic game. Great music, great story, great gameplay. Compared to what I remember from the first Ori game it exceeds on all levels.
  61. maxdamagebg
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Best single player game ever made! Very well done Moon Studios! 10/10. Try to protect from cracks better next time.
  62. Sepherim
    Jan 31, 2021
    9
    Ori and the Will of the Wisps es probablemente el mejor metroidvania que hay en estos momentos. Quizás es muy clásico e innova poco en cuanto a mecánicas jugables, pero el estilo de juego está tan pulido que funciona con una perfección de reloj que quizás sea mejor no tocar. La historia es tierna, bonita, triste por momentos, contada con ese peculiar estilo que ya caracterizó al primerOri and the Will of the Wisps es probablemente el mejor metroidvania que hay en estos momentos. Quizás es muy clásico e innova poco en cuanto a mecánicas jugables, pero el estilo de juego está tan pulido que funciona con una perfección de reloj que quizás sea mejor no tocar. La historia es tierna, bonita, triste por momentos, contada con ese peculiar estilo que ya caracterizó al primer Ori. El mapa del mundo está dividido en varias zonas y cada una tiene sus propias mecánicas, retos y secretos, lo cual hace que el juego se mantenga fresco y variado durante toda su duración, aunque sin duda no es el juego más largo del mundo (20 horas para hacerlo al 100% en dificultad Dificil).

    Estéticamente, el juego es simplemente una preciosidad. Desde los escenarios a los personajes y sus animaciones, el apartado visual del juego brilla con luz propia incluso más que en el juego anterior. El apartado sonoro no se le queda muy atrás, si bien los efectos sonoros son relativamente discretos, la banda sonora acompaña al juego con un estilo que le encaja muy bien, con unos tonos casi mágicos propios de la fábula que nos cuenta el juego. Y, al menos en mi experiencia, el juego no ha tenido bugs.

    EL resultado de todo ello es un juego que simplemente es impresionante. Podría haber innovado más y añadir algunas cosas nuevas, y podría ser un poco más largo, pero la calidad de lo que tiene compensa todo eso de sobra.    … Expand
  63. Garrdc
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Originally i was mad about performance issues but that will be fixed. Overall amazing mechanics and beautiful story.
  64. JeanLevi
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Every aspect of this game is amazing. Captivating characters, beautiful world, incredible game play, flawless music. One of the best games I've ever played.
  65. andreelay
    Mar 22, 2020
    10
    it has been a long time when I play part 1, and this time really made me more satisfied than the last one.
  66. killerRZQ33
    Mar 23, 2020
    8
    游戏确实是个好游戏，但是bug是真得多。后期血条太长，过于简单，各种闪退bug穿模bug和任务进度强行回溯的bug，真的很烦。游戏可以打9.5分我认为目前只逊于bloodstain，加上bug8分不能再多了
  67. GoPortal
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    A simple history that leads to a memorable ending and pleasant gameplay that captivate the player.
    Unfortunately, i had some issues of frame rate drops playing on xbox one, nevertheless, one of the best platform games of the generation.
  68. Kin260
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    I've played a lot of Metroidvania titles and in the many years I've been playing games, this is my favorite since Metroid Fusion (which I think is a massively underrated title). The artwork is beautiful and the music complements whatever Ori is going through nicely. If you aren't playing this game you're missing out on one of the best titles Microsoft has put out in years, although to beI've played a lot of Metroidvania titles and in the many years I've been playing games, this is my favorite since Metroid Fusion (which I think is a massively underrated title). The artwork is beautiful and the music complements whatever Ori is going through nicely. If you aren't playing this game you're missing out on one of the best titles Microsoft has put out in years, although to be fair the bar isn't that high.

    Only issues are that you may experience some periodical lag or frame drops, but it definitely isn't game-breaking. I had one time where the game crashed completely, and for many people that is a dealbreaker for some reason. I like giving companies the benefit of the doubt though, and I think it's fair to take into consideration the fact that although this was published by Microsoft, it was developed by a much smaller team and you should bear in mind that they had limited resources in making the game. But love was definitely poured into this project, and you can tell. This is one of 2020's must-play games so far. In my opinion the only good one that had come out this year so far up to the time of its release.    … Expand
  69. TransistorX
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    This sequel keeps the level of fancy visuals and audios as the blind forest—an excellent art piece from Moon Studio. It could simply be the best platformer on PC so far. Upon now on PC, minor but unignorable bugs persist. Fixing the bugs will put the Will of the Wisps onto yet an even higher level.
  70. Ofecvs
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    A complete masterpiece, everything it does it's perfectly done, the visuals, the music, the story, and more importantly, the gameplay, the controls and movement feels so nice and polished and the combat is completely improved from the last game, totally deserving of a 10
  71. Beduin777
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    A real little masterpiece, just like the first Ori, only with improved mechanics over the first game.
    Some things have been borrowed from Hollow Knight but that's by no means a bad thing. In the first part, there was a greater emphasis on platforming and so it is now though. No need to waste words on graphics, probably the most beautiful side-scroller in existence.
  72. random_rev
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Easily the best metroidvania I have ever played, level design is amazing, the music is great and really makes the experience of playing this even better. This game took everything that Blind Forest did well and made it even better, absolutely a must-play.
  73. kbeca85
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Um jogo perfeito! Gráficos, trilha sonora, jogabilidade, enredo, nível de dificuldade, tudo feito com extrema polidez e ao mesmo tempo simplicidade. Muito tempo que não via tantas qualidades em um mesmo jogo.
  74. Thyrez
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    I completed the first game a few days ago and then went straight into this one. Wow. They really took what was great about the first game and took it to another level. So much more customisation. More abilities. More characters. If you loved the first game, this one will blow you away. Even if you haven't played the first one, this is a must-play. The abilities to move around the map areI completed the first game a few days ago and then went straight into this one. Wow. They really took what was great about the first game and took it to another level. So much more customisation. More abilities. More characters. If you loved the first game, this one will blow you away. Even if you haven't played the first one, this is a must-play. The abilities to move around the map are so much fun and discovering the world is so enjoyable and compelling. The art is beautiful, music is a great accompaniment on your journey and the gameplay is brilliant. I had so much fun playing this game and ultimately that's what it is all about. The reason this isn't a 10 is because of the dead storyline. It's so unexciting. It's the plotline from a Disney movie, about how good > evil. I didn't care for the story line at all and I hope that the developers either don't take the story so seriously and keep it fun or develop an original idea. Overall the game reminds me of how Super Mario Galaxy felt.… Expand
  75. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    As in its first game, this game does everything right. Incredible in his technical, visual and artistic section. Excellent soundtrack. Challenging and addictive. Recommended.
  76. Kreator_
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Ori and the Will of the Wisps will captivate all who enjoy platformers and metroidvania.
  77. EluThingol
    May 3, 2020
    10
    fantastic graphics and musics very good story and platform mechanics. this game is absolutely super
  78. JudgeHammer
    May 8, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing! This game takes the previous one to the next level, I loved everything of it. Gamaplay, atmosphere, music, story, everything is good. Perfect!
  79. guiegui
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    There is not much to say about this masterpiece. Wonderful and unique graphics, great gameplay, movement and attack skills, a story that captivates you and really makes you want to continue playing the game.

    Não tem muito o que dizer sobre esta obra de arte. Gráficos maravilhosos e únicos, ótima jogabilidade e habilidades de movimentação e ataque, história que te cativa e faz realmente    There is not much to say about this masterpiece. Wonderful and unique graphics, great gameplay, movement and attack skills, a story that captivates you and really makes you want to continue playing the game.

    Não tem muito o que dizer sobre esta obra de arte. Gráficos maravilhosos e únicos, ótima jogabilidade e habilidades de movimentação e ataque, história que te cativa e faz realmente você querer continuar a jogar o game.    … Expand
  80. BurnyM
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Excellent game in every aspect - splendid graphics with outstandingly designed locations, >3 hours of phenomenal orchestral music (recorded live!) accompanying they journey, beautiful story (simple but interesting, emotional and not-predictable), and fantastic game-play (you cannot be bored by the game-play at any moment of the game) - lots of different skills and abilities acquiredExcellent game in every aspect - splendid graphics with outstandingly designed locations, >3 hours of phenomenal orchestral music (recorded live!) accompanying they journey, beautiful story (simple but interesting, emotional and not-predictable), and fantastic game-play (you cannot be bored by the game-play at any moment of the game) - lots of different skills and abilities acquired through the game, many different enemies and bosses with unique attack styles, a lot of very interesting mechanics in certain locations which make the game-play fun and interesting (designers were very creative, it's hard to describe al of that in writing).… Expand
  81. kikolapersona
    Jun 3, 2020
    9
    Great game, enjoyed it to the limit, I loved the atmosphere, graphics, desing...
  82. Zero1111
    Jun 9, 2020
    9
    I bought it on the first day of release, and that is my best decision in my life. The words to describe about this game is "masterpiece" for me. The beautiful graphics, great sound, and i love Ori ( the little white creature, very cute).
  83. reigha6666
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    As a metroidvania fans, this game is a must play! Stunning visual, great storyline. Sadly theres so little replay value once you got 100% map completion even the process to get there are amazing experience
  84. MarkusCreed
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Purtroppo le mancanze riscontrate portano Ori and the Will of the Wisps leggermente distante dall'eccellenza. I problemi tecnici e un bilanciamento della difficoltà non proprio equilibrato( caratteristica che può scoraggiare molti nelle fasi finali) accompagnano altri aspetti dalla realizzazione ottima. Moon Studios ha svolto diligentemente il compito di equilibrare, all'interno di questoPurtroppo le mancanze riscontrate portano Ori and the Will of the Wisps leggermente distante dall'eccellenza. I problemi tecnici e un bilanciamento della difficoltà non proprio equilibrato( caratteristica che può scoraggiare molti nelle fasi finali) accompagnano altri aspetti dalla realizzazione ottima. Moon Studios ha svolto diligentemente il compito di equilibrare, all'interno di questo sequel, le novità e lo stile che ha pesantemente caratterizzato il precedente titolo. Ciò che ci si trova tra le mani rimane un metroidvania di tutto rispetto, non originale ma sicuramente assai solido, che conferma il team di Moon Studios come uno di quelli più degni d’attenzione sulla piazza. In conclusione il titolo, considerando anche il suo inserimento fin dal day one nel catalogo di Xbox Game Pass, rimane sicuramente un must have per i possessori di piattaforme Microsoft e un videogioco da giocare anche solo per cultura videoludica.… Expand
  85. Uxior1995
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    The perfect second part for the first Ori. Level design, art and, at first place, the AMAZING soundtrack make this game a 10/10 for me. This is literally the best soundtrack I've heard on a videogame. By itself, it tells all the story.
    Also, story is simple but very well executed, with some surprises. Just buy the game and play it to enjoy an amazing, beautiful and very emotional experience.
  86. clipsyclop
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The whole story is great. I was thinking that new mechaniks will ruin the game. I was so wrong.
  87. lechuzo17
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Juegazo man, sin dudas el GOTY del 2020, sonido, historia, jugabilidad, todo perfecto, por suerte con el tiempo fueron mejorando esos errores de jugabilidad q molestaban pero tampoco para darle negativo
  88. tazzmaniac
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This game is amazing in all sections. Since the first minute, you feel the emotions with the music, the colors, the movement; all is a true painting in movement. The battle system is a great evolution, the progression system now is nicer.

    The great improvement in this game is the inclusion of secondary missions and a greater map to explore, plus real boss battles. I must be fair and    This game is amazing in all sections. Since the first minute, you feel the emotions with the music, the colors, the movement; all is a true painting in movement. The battle system is a great evolution, the progression system now is nicer.

    The great improvement in this game is the inclusion of secondary missions and a greater map to explore, plus real boss battles.

    I must be fair and say that the only problem with this game is the optimization problems. Sometimes sound lags, other times loading times, and others I have lag when I starting the game, but that's all, I play in Xbox Game Pass PC.    … Expand
  89. Gamerpig
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    전작인 눈먼숲 보다 훨씬 증가된 액션성에서 놀랐다 1편에서는 멍청하지만 잘싸우는 자기 친형을 데리고 똑똑하지만 못싸우는 형제의 모험 같았다면 지금은 자기의 일은 스스로하자 스르로 어린이라는 노래를 듣고 감병 받은듯 혼자서 모든것을 다 한다 그렇게 된 만큼 액션성은 확실히 증가되었으며, 이동하면서 공격할수 있던 전편에 비해 지금은 이동시 공격에 제한이 많이 걸렸다. 사운드는 전작부터 최고였기 때문에 언급할 필요가 없고 내가 이 게임에 10점을 못 주는 이유는 스토리이다.
    1편에 비해 조금 급하게 만든것 같은 스토리였다 근데 연출은 또 죽여줘서 도대체 잘만든건지 못 만든건지 모르겠다. 그래도 스토리가 마음에 안든다는 사실은 바뀌지 않기때문에 1점을 깎았다 그 외에는 최고의 작품이고 마무리까지 잘    전작인 눈먼숲 보다 훨씬 증가된 액션성에서 놀랐다 1편에서는 멍청하지만 잘싸우는 자기 친형을 데리고 똑똑하지만 못싸우는 형제의 모험 같았다면 지금은 자기의 일은 스스로하자 스르로 어린이라는 노래를 듣고 감병 받은듯 혼자서 모든것을 다 한다 그렇게 된 만큼 액션성은 확실히 증가되었으며, 이동하면서 공격할수 있던 전편에 비해 지금은 이동시 공격에 제한이 많이 걸렸다. 사운드는 전작부터 최고였기 때문에 언급할 필요가 없고 내가 이 게임에 10점을 못 주는 이유는 스토리이다.
    1편에 비해 조금 급하게 만든것 같은 스토리였다 근데 연출은 또 죽여줘서 도대체 잘만든건지 못 만든건지 모르겠다. 그래도 스토리가 마음에 안든다는 사실은 바뀌지 않기때문에 1점을 깎았다 그 외에는 최고의 작품이고 마무리까지 잘 했기때문에 다음에 나올 문 스튜디오의 액션 rpg게임을 기대하며 글을 마친다.    … Expand
  90. Arikado
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    I really don't understand how some people hate this or give it a 3 or 2 out of 10, This game goes beyond the first one in everything, This is my Game of the year, It really does deserve 10/10, try it guys , It's on Game Pass or buy it, What an amazing wonderful experience.

    Platforming 10/10
    Combat Design 10/10
    Sound Design 10/10
    Music 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
  91. Inuyasha17
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The cute main character who looks at Sonic.
    But there are plots and sad stories that are never cute.
    It is a sad game but also a healing game.
  92. T2xlc
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    As somebody who absolutely loved Blind Forest, Will of the Wisps is an improvement in almost any category. The graphics, the music, the atmosphere, new skills, new level mechanics and a lot of new features.

    The launch version had a lot of technical bugs and glitches. But it Looks like most are fixed by now! I also was not quite satisfied with the story... Especially the pacing. There    As somebody who absolutely loved Blind Forest, Will of the Wisps is an improvement in almost any category. The graphics, the music, the atmosphere, new skills, new level mechanics and a lot of new features.

    The launch version had a lot of technical bugs and glitches. But it Looks like most are fixed by now!

    I also was not quite satisfied with the story... Especially the pacing. There seems to be a huge void of story telling while mid game. And I kind of hated the ending. But I got over it and in retrospective it was fine.    … Expand
  93. GandalfCzarny
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    As much as I love gameplay aspects of this game, that story, character development, really awful villan and some stupid script choices make all emotion empact just shallow and not engaging. Still I think it's great game, but not masterpiece like first one.
  94. DeGlor
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    This is the game to show to someone if he tells that xbox doesnt have great exclusives, its the msot beautyfull platformer with the best movement and combat i have ever seen the influences form hollow knigth over the mecchanics of the first game are the best thing that ever could happen, someone tells that the story isnt that great and it is true but it is so beautyfull and perfectlyThis is the game to show to someone if he tells that xbox doesnt have great exclusives, its the msot beautyfull platformer with the best movement and combat i have ever seen the influences form hollow knigth over the mecchanics of the first game are the best thing that ever could happen, someone tells that the story isnt that great and it is true but it is so beautyfull and perfectly telled that i cant hate the story, only one thing, dont play it from pc it is nearly impossible to have the required perfection of movement in some sequences… Expand
  95. uselence
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    I've never seen and I probably won't ever see any game whose soundtrack could go through my head again and again for a year. I don't want to judge it in any way, for me this is a masterpiece series. I can't describe it, I can only blindly rate it with 10.
  96. NathanElena
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Amazing work, very fun and addictive, I tried to play it in the xbox but it works very bad... So I had to install it on my PC, what a difference
  97. kdoggdracul
    Aug 17, 2020
    9
    There's hardly anything remotely bad to say about this game, except for a few bugs and some confusing (and not really fun) controls in the later stages of the game.

    But that should not keep you from playing it, as it is truly a masterpiece!
  98. QuoNBM
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    A metrovania game close to art.

    The delicate expression of light and the magnificent orchestra's BGM gave us a wonderful experience, a unique feature of this game that is hard to find in other games. As a person who has played a similar game Hollowknight of the same genre, the action of the game is relatively lacking, but it is a sufficient complement in many other ways.
  99. Aldariel
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    An amazing sequel to the first game! It was so much fun that I played it again after I finished it! Imagine that I NEVER replay games. There were some issues here and there and the story wasn't as much original as the first one but the value of this game is pretty high!
  100. Centrifikal
    Jan 4, 2022
    9
    Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a very awesome game to play. I got it back at release and decided to do full playthroughs on normal and hard. I was really surprised. The movement is fluid and smooth. The combat is soo satisfying. I love the soundtrack. I felt a true escape from my normal life as I was playing. That's when you know it's a good game. When time seems to fly by as youOri and the Will of the Wisps is a very awesome game to play. I got it back at release and decided to do full playthroughs on normal and hard. I was really surprised. The movement is fluid and smooth. The combat is soo satisfying. I love the soundtrack. I felt a true escape from my normal life as I was playing. That's when you know it's a good game. When time seems to fly by as you immerse yourself into gameplay. I wanted to give a 10 but I did notice a few technical issues here and there with sound and crashing. I can forgive that. Honestly, it's more like 9.5. The length seemed a little short but I am nitpicking here. Do yourself a favor and buy this game. It is above so many other titles and well worth your time.… Expand
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#9 Best PC Game of 2020
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 44
  3. Negative: 0 out of 44
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 23, 2020
    80
    An honest second installment, which is missing only the courage to leave the traditional dogmas of the genre and try something new. [Issue#303]
  2. Gamer Escape
    Jun 10, 2020
    100
    It’s a shining example of how to do a sequel. They kept the core of what made the original enjoyable while switching up just about everything they could. There are some elements I feel it did better, some where I feel the original did better with, but on the whole they feel like they’re on equal footing. If you want a game that’s more of an experience than simply something to kill time, if you want something that showcases how artistic games can be, if you want an action platformer with plenty of approaches to combat, I can’t recommend enough that you pick up Ori and the Will of the Wisps. Also Ori and the Blind Forest if you haven’t played it already.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    May 22, 2020
    70
    Its moments of brilliance are worth experiencing, but they shouldn't blind anyone to the shortcomings of a sequel that, underneath that beautiful surface, is as frustratingly flawed as the first. [Issue#346, p.98]
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