Outer Wilds

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 782 Ratings

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  1. Elep
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    I made a metracritic account just to clown on starfield and reafirm outer wilds as best space game.
  2. ApolloWasTaken
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game felt nearly perfect, the story keeps you engaged and you want to keep looping to find out what happened to the nomai.… Expand
  3. Spyan
    Sep 10, 2023
    2
    extremely boring walking simulator that just doesn't work for me. If I want profound lore, background and storytelling, I read a book. If I feel like going on a contemplative, passive state, I go out and take a walk. The time limit only shortened my patience towards this very over-rated pseudo piece of "genius writing" and "subtlety" (subtlety is not a synonym for "boring, lazy vagueextremely boring walking simulator that just doesn't work for me. If I want profound lore, background and storytelling, I read a book. If I feel like going on a contemplative, passive state, I go out and take a walk. The time limit only shortened my patience towards this very over-rated pseudo piece of "genius writing" and "subtlety" (subtlety is not a synonym for "boring, lazy vague nonsense").

    One of these games I hate, because 1/ they're a bore to play through and 2/ it gives a chance at pretty mediocre people to think they're smart, subtle and deep, although being fed by a steady diet of pokemons, transformers and junk food. It's your basic sci-fi loop story, mediocre, done a thousand times...honestly I had more fun on myst, and that was 25 years ago.
    Overrated crap for pathetic snobs.    … Expand
  4. Wrynn
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Stunning handcrafted solar system and great story. Low price. No handholding. Best single player game I've played in years.
  5. Tiradentes
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Não é o estilo de jogo que eu curto muito, e mesmo assim sou obrigado admitir que esse jogo tem algo especial. Cada planeta é um mistério, com aspectos interessantes; Cada minuto nesse jogo você quer entender mais e mais do que está acontecendo no pequeno universo de OW.
  6. xslick07
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Rated it by mistake -_- give me the choise to remove my rating! This is crazy
  7. chocolandtv
    Sep 2, 2023
    9
    BREATHTAKING AND CREEPY
    A masterpiece, a game in which you can only progress and finish through space and time with knowledge and thats in a never-ending terrible scenario.
    I was overwhelmed at first. After 100% archievments, i recommend buying this unique game. Pros: • ship log system • the ship controls very well • very exciting story(I haven't read anything in a game for a    BREATHTAKING AND CREEPY
    A masterpiece, a game in which you can only progress and finish through space and time with knowledge and thats in a never-ending terrible scenario.
    I was overwhelmed at first.

    After 100% archievments, i recommend buying this unique game.

    Pros:
    • ship log system
    • the ship controls very well
    • very exciting story(I haven't read anything in a game for a long time)
    • imaginative puzzles
    • perfectly assembled information pieces
    • no Railroading
    • unique protagonists
    • Achievements

    Cons:
    • no replayablity    … Expand
  8. ZollaZeta
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Outer wilds lo ritengo uno dei migliori titoli di sempre, soggettivamente parlando. Sotto molti punti di vista è un vero capolavoro, che riesce a esprimere tanto. Sono pochi i videogiochi che riescono a dare un esperienza del genere e non sbaglio assolutamente che nel panorama indie outer wilds è sicuramente uno tra i migliori
  9. Lazzakz
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Nothing short of the best game ever made. The finest at worldbuilding, emotion and meaning.

    10
  10. apokalipto
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  11. Duer
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Tryst it's good and there is a reason no one is telling you anything about it
  12. edxtan
    Aug 9, 2023
    8
    In Outer Wilds, your biggest obstacle is your own knowledge. This is mentally taxing, but makes solving the mystery genuinely meaningful.
  13. CerN
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Easiest 10 I have ever given. A profound and beautiful experience, proving what video games can ultimately be in the hands of skilled and passionate developers.
  14. MOLOCK
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    Probably one of the best games I've had the pleasure of playing.
    I'd like to talk about it in more detail, but anything said would result in a spoiler.
  15. Xerlock
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Simply the best game I've ever played. It's the closest to perfection I've ever seen in a video game, with great exploration gameplay aligned with a incredible way of story telling.

    If you like the idea of space exploration, unravel mysteries from the past and be the one guiding your own adventure and progress, this game is for you! Sometimes, it might demand patience and attention    Simply the best game I've ever played. It's the closest to perfection I've ever seen in a video game, with great exploration gameplay aligned with a incredible way of story telling.

    If you like the idea of space exploration, unravel mysteries from the past and be the one guiding your own adventure and progress, this game is for you!

    Sometimes, it might demand patience and attention from the player, to not lose the cliff hangers as the game flows and end up losing curiosity.    … Expand
  16. patdez
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    Not playing Outer Wilds should be a crime. Truly a masterpiece: the art style, story, and music are all some of my favorites in all of gaming.
  17. FranMS_11
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Simplemente increíble, bello y aterrador a partes iguales.
    Me atrevo a decir posiblemente top 3 mejor juego Indie de la historia
  18. walll
    Jun 6, 2023
    10
    By far the single best game i have ever played, no doubt about it. it's perfect in pretty much every way for those who like to explore and solve mysteries, especially with no time pressure
  19. Frost_Cube
    Jun 6, 2023
    10
    The shrine puzzles are actually better than the original, the characters, even legacy ones like Zelda are somehow more interesting arguably than they've ever been, the new music is perfect and blends in well with music from Breath of the Wild so much so that I almost wonder if they weren't used tracks from the original, because my gawd are they amazing, and the new mechanics, while theyThe shrine puzzles are actually better than the original, the characters, even legacy ones like Zelda are somehow more interesting arguably than they've ever been, the new music is perfect and blends in well with music from Breath of the Wild so much so that I almost wonder if they weren't used tracks from the original, because my gawd are they amazing, and the new mechanics, while they have a slight learning curve are absolutely fantastic when you clear it, and while there is an occasional lag spike, it happens so little it barely warrants mentioning, but barely isn't nothing so I did, and it is an overall fantastic game. It probably won't… Expand
  20. rezo_21
    Jun 5, 2023
    9
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  21. PixelNinja
    May 22, 2023
    10
    It's really good. Play it without looking up anything more about it. It's even free on PS+ if you have a Playstation.
  22. javierjcl
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado nunca. La experiencia es súper inmersiva, los personajes son entrañables y el estilo de juego que tiene basado en el avance mediante el aprendizaje me parece magistral. Tiene posiblemente uno de los mejores finales de la historia. Su historia fragmentada en escrituras y documentos es muy interesante y la forma de hilar todo me parece increíble. LaUno de los mejores juegos que he jugado nunca. La experiencia es súper inmersiva, los personajes son entrañables y el estilo de juego que tiene basado en el avance mediante el aprendizaje me parece magistral. Tiene posiblemente uno de los mejores finales de la historia. Su historia fragmentada en escrituras y documentos es muy interesante y la forma de hilar todo me parece increíble. La música comunica al jugador, le guía y le ayuda a saber qué relevancia tiene en la historia todo lo que hace, está genial pensada. Aprovecha al 100% el medio en el que se desarrolla esta historia, que es el videojuego, lo que hace que según quién lo juegue la perspectiva y realización de los hechos y conclusiones sea distinta. Los misterios por resolver y las teorías que cada uno se monta en la cabeza usando el terror cósmico y la incertidumbre al adentrarse en un mundo desconocido es simplemente espectacular. Una experiencia audiovisual inolvidable.… Expand
  23. ThehonestXx
    May 4, 2023
    10
    Uma obra prima, uma história extremamente original e criativa que te envolve de um jeito que dificilmente um jogo do mesmo gênero fará
  24. Zski
    Apr 30, 2023
    7
    This really is a beautifully crafted game, but unfortunately doesn’t connect with everyone - I was one of them. However, it’s impossible to give this game a fair shot and not respect the brilliant design. It’s a blend of the world building and blind exploration of Myst/Riven, the time loop of Majora’s Mask, and the spirit of space exploration of No Man’s Sky. I enjoyed all three of theseThis really is a beautifully crafted game, but unfortunately doesn’t connect with everyone - I was one of them. However, it’s impossible to give this game a fair shot and not respect the brilliant design. It’s a blend of the world building and blind exploration of Myst/Riven, the time loop of Majora’s Mask, and the spirit of space exploration of No Man’s Sky. I enjoyed all three of these games in the past, but this one was a lot to digest, possibly too much to digest for some. The little solar system they created is really cool, it steps outside of a conventional solar system that we expect based on what we know. The planets seem pretty small and linear at first - it’s not like a Fallout or Skyrim game where you have a labyrinth or sprawling world underneath, but more so a carefully crafted zone that is intended to be followed a specific way. The lore is hit or miss, at least to me. Sometimes the backstory is kind of interesting, but most times it’s very surface level and just uninteresting. The story/lore is sometimes just following the explorer who was there just before you - not a bad plot, but very unimaginative. Sometimes the plot will cover something a little more interesting, but generally most of the plot lines are bland until a bit later in the game. I do like the exploration and learning to the game, nothing is force fed, there are no checkpoints, you just slowly become more engaged in the world. The graphics are pretty forgettable but that isn’t much of an issue because the visuals of the solar system living are sometimes very cool to see. The controls are tough at first, but once you figure it out, it gives a nice consistent challenge that adds to the gameplay. Overall I appreciate this game and respect it for what it is. It’s a very very very slow burn that won’t work for everyone, but there is a great game waiting for those who can get into it.… Expand
  25. Imagine07
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    I am literally in love with this game. It is outstanding and I don’t want to spoil anything
  26. tucomast3r
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Don't listen to people saying controlls are horrible, controls are just fine if you are not retarded.

    Also great game, probably in my top 3 games ever!
  27. nanov
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    Before I played Outer Wilds, I read everywhere:
    "... I would pay to erase my memory, and play it again ..."
    "... I will never play something like this in my life ..." "... This game is a masterpiece ..." After playing Outer Wilds: All is True, any praise to describe the experience will not be enough. Reviewing the game without spoilers is hard because every detail is part of the    Before I played Outer Wilds, I read everywhere:
    "... I would pay to erase my memory, and play it again ..."
    "... I will never play something like this in my life ..."
    "... This game is a masterpiece ..."
    After playing Outer Wilds: All is True, any praise to describe the experience will not be enough.

    Reviewing the game without spoilers is hard because every detail is part of the experience. Basically, play it, and you will not regret it.

    Pd: Regarding the people that say "Frustrating time-loop". Basically, don't run. Play it with calm, and you will enjoy every loop.
    .    … Expand
  28. KyleS
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    In my opinion, The Greatest Game Ever Made. Full Stop.

    I think "SkillUp" on Youtube said it best: "There are two types of people in the world. People that have played all the way through Outer Wilds, and people that think some other game deserves game of the year." Check out his 2019 games of the year for a review that somewhat does it justice. That being said, there's really no way to    In my opinion, The Greatest Game Ever Made. Full Stop.

    I think "SkillUp" on Youtube said it best: "There are two types of people in the world. People that have played all the way through Outer Wilds, and people that think some other game deserves game of the year." Check out his 2019 games of the year for a review that somewhat does it justice. That being said, there's really no way to do this game justice through words alone. It must be experienced.

    Now, it may not be for everyone. To truly appreciate it, you need to be fairly educated. You need to have an interest in Space, astrophysics, and cosmology. If you really enjoyed the show Cosmos, you'll love this game. If you enjoy puzzle/detective games, you'll love this game. If you enjoy those genres and also enjoy scary games, you'll love the DLC. The DLC (Echoes of The Eye) is amazing! Up there with The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine DLC as the greatest DLCs ever released.

    The game, like many puzzle/detective games, can have times where you get stuck. If you're getting frustrated, just go look on youtube for the answer. Don't let your pride keep you from experiencing the entirety of this game. I almost didn't finish it. I got stuck and refused to "cheat" by looking online. I got over that misguided notion, looked online, discovered I missed something obvious, and continued on.

    When I finally beat this game, I was left sitting there with my mind blown like it hasn't been blown since Final Fantasy 7 as a kid, or The Last of Us years ago. This game is mind-blowing, spine-tingling, and heart-stirring. When I was playing the DLC at 2 am with the lights off, I was more frightened than I've ever been from any piece of media in my adult life. Yet I couldn't put the game down. Pure brilliance by the developers and can't wait to see what they do next. I highly doubt this game could ever be topped though.

    You'd be a fool to miss this game and if you didn't enjoy this game, you most likely are a fool. I would give anything to play it again for the first time.    … Expand
  29. Laranja3321
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    É até difícil pra mim falar o que sinto por esse jogo, os momentos que eu tive jogando foram extremamente marcantes tanto pela sua historia envolvente e o universo e ambientação que é explêndido, a trilha sonora é absurda de boa e é usada na narrativa de uma forma muito bonita.
    Tenho que falar que joguei simultaneamente á um amigo meu e ficávamos trocando informações para tentar entender    É até difícil pra mim falar o que sinto por esse jogo, os momentos que eu tive jogando foram extremamente marcantes tanto pela sua historia envolvente e o universo e ambientação que é explêndido, a trilha sonora é absurda de boa e é usada na narrativa de uma forma muito bonita.
    Tenho que falar que joguei simultaneamente á um amigo meu e ficávamos trocando informações para tentar entender o mistério da historia do jogo e eu diria que isso melhorou muito a nossa experiência.
    No mais esse jogo com certeza é um dos melhores que já joguei em minha vida e apenas me sinto triste por saber que nunca mais terei uma experiência como a que eu tive nele.    … Expand
  30. anonytatoplayz
    Apr 4, 2023
    0
    I wanted to save the universe

    why cant I save the universe

    I know why

    The greedy developers didn't want to code that part into the game so they took the lazy way out and forced you to make the game end

    I hate the developers of this game
  31. Nickight
    Mar 29, 2023
    10
    This is one of those games that are created once in many years, its artistic complexity, its soundtrack, its story makes it more than just a game, an experience that you would like to forget just to repeat it once more, incredible.
  32. Broshy
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lucas l'air de dire euuuh j'ai encore foncé dans le soleil vraiment trop nul comme jeu… Expand
  33. 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.
  34. xperson1
    Mar 2, 2023
    4
    Honestly, just very slow-paced and boring. No discovery amazed me at all. Every character encounter had a lot of build-up, and the conversations were always vague, uninteresting and never revealed anything you already knew.

    Just a lot of trial-and-error without anything entertaining in between.
  35. Queti
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    I can't put this game into words. Simply unique. I wish I could forget everything and play it again.
  36. ShamesAlchemy
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    An amazing space exploration adventure. Uncover the lore of an ancient alien race to solve puzzles and mysterious to this beautiful solar system. Completely open world with no hand holding. This is simply one of the best games of all time.
  37. MaxGuardian
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Outer Wilds is a game that can't be said in a nutshell, and even less can be said in a nutshell about why it's the most unique game I've ever seen. But I will try.
    The first thing that catches your eye is the lack of a clear storyline in the sense that you don't have to go through 200 triggers to finish the game, you can easily get through the game in the first 22 minutes (which is how    Outer Wilds is a game that can't be said in a nutshell, and even less can be said in a nutshell about why it's the most unique game I've ever seen. But I will try.
    The first thing that catches your eye is the lack of a clear storyline in the sense that you don't have to go through 200 triggers to finish the game, you can easily get through the game in the first 22 minutes (which is how long one time loop lasts) (well unless you have crooked hands), and the rest of the story exploration is up to you. In fact, the first time I played Outer Wilds, I quickly abandoned it because of this feature. However, after a year or two I got into it and got into the gameplay. The mechanics of finding different clues are top-notch: every time you solve a complex puzzle, and get a piece of important information, which in the logbook is converted into an entire virtual board where everything is interconnected, you feel like a detective, or a discoverer. And the attention to detail - let me be blunt, almost every moment in the game is explained and often linked to other facts. This is especially noticeable when you've already been through the game, and dipped back into it again. The story here is great and evokes some emotion, well the music, atmosphere and other stuff is incredible. And the last thing worth mentioning is the time. It plays a crucial role in the gameplay, the story, the details, and almost every aspect of the game. Some moments are impossible to get through if you don't arrive on time. Let's say a planet with a black hole inside eventually destroys itself, and its pieces "float" in weightlessness near a white hole, or two connected planets, one of which is filled with sand and the other is freed from it.
    It could go on for a very long time, so all I can tell you is just play it, and it's important to know as little about it as possible (which is why I've said almost nothing about the plot). It's well worth it. And the DLC too, it's awesome. Sure, it's a game for a fan, there's a lot of text that underpins almost the entire narrative of the story, sometimes unrealistically complex puzzles, but all that for me is outweighed by all its pluses.
    For me, Outer Wilds is the best game of all time.    … Expand
  38. agradecemais
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    Imagine um mundo onde a Astrofísica e a Física Quântica possuem as mesmas leis e regras...Esse mundo é Outer Wilds.
    Outer Wilds é um jogo de exploração e puzzle com uma gameplay sem violência, onde grande parte da experiencia está em se mover pelo espaço explorando e deixando sua curiosidade fluir para descobrir os mistérios contidos nesse sistema solar que a cada 22 minutos    Imagine um mundo onde a Astrofísica e a Física Quântica possuem as mesmas leis e regras...Esse mundo é Outer Wilds.
    Outer Wilds é um jogo de exploração e puzzle com uma gameplay sem violência, onde grande parte da experiencia está em se mover pelo espaço explorando e deixando sua curiosidade fluir para descobrir os mistérios contidos nesse sistema solar que a cada 22 minutos inevitavelmente encontrará o seu fim.
    O desafio aqui é esse conhecer seus mundos incríveis e abandonados nesse período de tempo, os mundos vistos nos games contam com uma natureza bucólica, são ausentes de vida.
    Mas seus ambientes únicos criam vida e movimento a cada exploração.
    Curiosidade e exploração é o coração do jogo e a cada descoberta você será apontado para dicas que visam responder perguntas que a Ciência e Filosofia busca desde o começo dos tempos...Onde estamos? O que somos? O que sabemos?
    A cada loop de 22 minutos você volta sempre para o inicio do game, suas habilidades não mudam, suas skills não mudam, o ambiente não muda, o que muda é apenas você e as respostas que você tem para aquele mundo, onde as respostas já estavam lá bem na sua frente.
    A questão é tomar consciência de tudo, consciência é algo tão especial nesse game, que é a unica coisa que pode tornar as coisas reais, consciência é capaz de criar mudanças verdadeiras nesse universo, porque sem ela não teria nada para observar e assim nada disso seria real.
    Então nos momentos finais entendemos que assim como a vida, assim como nosso sol, assim como nossos desejos e conquistas, tudo chega ao fim.
    Não há nada que podemos fazer em relação a isso.
    Porém a jornada que traçamos, as conexões que fizemos, os conhecimentos que juntamos serão, para todo sempre e para para as gerações futuras, a vibração do universo, a grande melodia que irá ligar o grande todo.
    E assim o universo termina como começou, talvez a grande tristeza desse jogo que assim como a vida ele só pode ser experienciado uma vez.
    Então assim como ela vamos sentar com nossos amigos em uma boa fogueira, ascender um marshmallow e tocar uma grande musica enquanto aproveitamos esse grande mistério que é a vida!
    "É o tipo de coisa que faz você apreciar ter parado para sentir o cheiro dos pinheiros, sabe?" Gabbro    … Expand
  39. TheLinkgirl
    Feb 4, 2023
    3
    Outer Wilds is simply a game I didn't enjoy to the same extent as everyone else. I wasn't gripped by the mystery. Many of the mechanics felt messy to me. The 22 minute timer was nothing but annoying to me. While I think that some of the discoveries and puzzles were quite fun, I found that a larger majority of this game's content demanded I cared more than I felt any necessity to. I can atOuter Wilds is simply a game I didn't enjoy to the same extent as everyone else. I wasn't gripped by the mystery. Many of the mechanics felt messy to me. The 22 minute timer was nothing but annoying to me. While I think that some of the discoveries and puzzles were quite fun, I found that a larger majority of this game's content demanded I cared more than I felt any necessity to. I can at least praise the fantastic visual design and soundtrack, but beyond that it all feels like it was just slapped together to me.… Expand
  40. Chickenosaure
    Feb 4, 2023
    9
    The gameplay is so fresh, unexpected, and the time spent on the game is really rewarding.
    To me that's a classic on that aspect, but when it comes to graphics, it's not its strenght even if that's pretty decent.
    The lore is pretty well written and get really emphasized with the gameplay, you can tell after playing it that the developpers have really put time into making the whole thing coherent.
  41. hekoh
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    favourite game ever, copypaste of my steam review:

    Outer Wilds es un juego de exploracion espacial, donde te embarcas a descubrir una historia investigando los diferentes planetas del sistema solar en el que forma parte el juego. Es uno de esos juegos donde todo es un spoiler, y donde cada persona va a tener una historia diferente. Mas que un juego es una experiencia que solo se vive    favourite game ever, copypaste of my steam review:

    Outer Wilds es un juego de exploracion espacial, donde te embarcas a descubrir una historia investigando los diferentes planetas del sistema solar en el que forma parte el juego. Es uno de esos juegos donde todo es un spoiler, y donde cada persona va a tener una historia diferente. Mas que un juego es una experiencia que solo se vive una vez. Me hizo sentir muchas emociones que hicieron que amara este juego. Recomiendo a todo el mundo que disfrute del videojuego, que este abierto a una experiencia nueva, no se van a arrepentir. No importa cuanto tiempo pase, siempre voy a recordar este juego y pensar "ojala volverlo a jugar por primera vez". No miren guias, no se spoileen, y sobre todo, disfruten del recorrido, porque solo pasa una vez    … Expand
  42. kylemccoy131
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    This game was difficult for me to play due to my inexperience with non-linear game design. But once I got over the curve, I got to see some of the most innovative and genius gameplay I've experienced.
  43. pashockys
    Jan 21, 2023
    9
    it is a perfect example how real game should work. there is no cutscene or some sort of storyteller, but plot of the game is stunning and you can't stop playing this game and want to know everything about this world
  44. GreatSnake
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    If you’ve ever stared at the night sky and pondered the mysteries of the universe, then you will love this game.
  45. Duelz
    Jan 11, 2023
    10
    I absolutely LOVE this game. This is a game that is very overwhelming at first. Just play it and take your time to read through things. About 30-40% of the way through the game just ramps up and becomes extremely satisfying to the point where I was rushing home each day to learn and discover more. I haven't been so invested in a game as much as this. Stick it out and experience this masterI absolutely LOVE this game. This is a game that is very overwhelming at first. Just play it and take your time to read through things. About 30-40% of the way through the game just ramps up and becomes extremely satisfying to the point where I was rushing home each day to learn and discover more. I haven't been so invested in a game as much as this. Stick it out and experience this master piece of a game.… Expand
  46. CodaHensley
    Jan 3, 2023
    6
    I have tried to get into this game so many times, and I just can't, I really can't. I have gotten feeling of discomfort and anxiety while playing this I don't think I will ever get from another video game ever, but I just can't invest myself in the story enough to care enough to keep playing.
  47. BartBuller
    Jan 1, 2023
    9
    Great exploration/puzzle game, with surprisingly deep plot and many fun mechanisms.
    Pros:
    + ton of mysteries to unvail
    + great world-building and attention to detail + different challenges on every planet + heart-stopping finale

    Cons:
    - annoying at moments - weird achievements
  48. CharisardTT
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    The best game of my life. Don't get spoiled by anyone, just enjoy the trip exploring the space
  49. Malbertheijn
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    Gorgeous innovative exploration game. Like nothing I've ever played and probably the number one "wish I could play it for the first time" game ever to be made.

    Stop reading reviews and go play this masterpiece.
  50. Bakaa
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, a must play for any fan of exploration/mystery games.
  51. GTromp
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    This is an example of a perfect game, it sends the message it wants to the player without any type of grind or gimmick. The game has literally no progression at all, you're just a normal person that explores the fictional solar system that you live in until you find out what's happening, that's it. The game is super simple, with no cutting-edge graphics or anything, and the message theThis is an example of a perfect game, it sends the message it wants to the player without any type of grind or gimmick. The game has literally no progression at all, you're just a normal person that explores the fictional solar system that you live in until you find out what's happening, that's it. The game is super simple, with no cutting-edge graphics or anything, and the message the story tells you is really moving for a lot of people, me included.… Expand
  52. KI75UN3
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I can't tell you anything about the game, it's the whole point. You need to play it blind, and now.
  53. Jis004
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    A game with an amazing path of discovery; the feels you get from this game.
  54. rafa00706
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece, best game of my life.
    Just play the game,
    Realey realy amazing
  55. Panter0389
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best game i've ever play!
    The true essence of open world, every speck of dust in this small universe is interesting.
    10/10
  56. Odesed
    Oct 19, 2022
    10
    Outer Wilds is one of those games that stay with you forever. Other than that is kinda weird talking about this game, the experience shouldn't be spoiled because the nature of it's intended mechanics and the way you experience the discovery of the puzzle that the solar system is is only yours so the moment when you play Outer Wilds is always the perfect one.

    The game is a cozy space    Outer Wilds is one of those games that stay with you forever. Other than that is kinda weird talking about this game, the experience shouldn't be spoiled because the nature of it's intended mechanics and the way you experience the discovery of the puzzle that the solar system is is only yours so the moment when you play Outer Wilds is always the perfect one.

    The game is a cozy space exploration game that asks you to solve the gigantic puzzle that is the solar system. Stuck somewhere? go to another planet you might find the answer there or another piece of the puzzle waiting to be entangled,.

    The music keeps this leitmotif through all of the galaxy, its menus an eventually it's endings. Once you find it it will stay with you forever like the game.

    if you like video games you OWE to yourself playing outer wilds.    … Expand
  57. Gluca004
    Oct 15, 2022
    10
    Capolavoro. È un gioco che ti lascia tanto nel cuore. La storia, le ost, l'ambientazione, l'avventura. Se amate vivere nuove esperienze giocatelo subito
  58. cgrail
    Sep 14, 2022
    9
    A game about finding bits and pieces of the story of what happened in a solar system. But it's not that simple - you are going to have to become an expert ship pilot, learn the intricacies of exploring volatile planets, connecting scientific concepts, and truly get to know the entire solar system front to back before you can say you understand what you set out to find.
    To those that get    A game about finding bits and pieces of the story of what happened in a solar system. But it's not that simple - you are going to have to become an expert ship pilot, learn the intricacies of exploring volatile planets, connecting scientific concepts, and truly get to know the entire solar system front to back before you can say you understand what you set out to find.
    To those that get invested, prepare to spend hours poring over the small details and marvelling at the realistic and unique functions of each planet, and becoming absorbed in an ever expanding layer of history beneath your feet.    … Expand
  59. FrankTheTank08
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Outer Wilds is one of the best game ever made. It's one of those hidden gems, a diamond in the rough so to speak. The soundtrack of this game is a mixture of happiness, delight, joy, adventure, homeliness, hopefulness and also, fear, terror, and sadness. Andrew Prahlow created an amazing soundtrack that fits with this game so well that if it wasn't there then the game would lose most ofOuter Wilds is one of the best game ever made. It's one of those hidden gems, a diamond in the rough so to speak. The soundtrack of this game is a mixture of happiness, delight, joy, adventure, homeliness, hopefulness and also, fear, terror, and sadness. Andrew Prahlow created an amazing soundtrack that fits with this game so well that if it wasn't there then the game would lose most of it's value. The soundtrack is so emotional especially no really only if you've beaten the game, Generally The game is so emotional to the point that it can't be considered a casual video game for fun but a masterpiece of art. 99% of people who play the whole game through agree that it is an amazing experience and it must be played with as little knowledge of the game it's self before playing. I urge anyone who is reading this review to please go into the game blind. Don't look up guides for any of the puzzles. Trust me when I say this. Once you are done with the game you will wish to wipe your memory of the game and play it over again as if you were playing again for the first time.… Expand
  60. ADAs
    Sep 10, 2022
    8
    Its a very nice game. Ill recommending on someone who he want to play something atmospheric and relaxing
  61. McCivciv
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece
  62. OverlordNikita
    Aug 6, 2022
    10
    I think this game just can't be rated low. You either love it or it's just not for you that doesn't make it bad.

    Best exploration game ever! I played a lot if games. It is a big part if my life. Also work as a game developers. So I appreciate this game from different perspectives. Main thing about the game is that you should play it without knowing anything about it. Even a trailer can    I think this game just can't be rated low. You either love it or it's just not for you that doesn't make it bad.

    Best exploration game ever! I played a lot if games. It is a big part if my life. Also work as a game developers. So I appreciate this game from different perspectives. Main thing about the game is that you should play it without knowing anything about it. Even a trailer can be considered as a spoiler:)

    So I can't say more. Just it is the best game I have played!    … Expand
  63. carnivorCactae
    Jun 24, 2022
    0
    Refunded the game because of horrible, horrible controls.

    The sensitivity is all over the place, even when fiddling with sensitivity-controls.

    All controls seem totally counter-intuitive.

    The "controller recommended" prompt at the start-screen should've been a dead-giveaway...
    but who would've thought that you could f**k up simple FPS-controls so much?!
  64. YOUQY
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    The best indie game ever. I believe this game deserves its GOTY title. Just play it!
  65. trawl45th
    Jun 6, 2022
    10
    I can't speak highly enough of this game. If you want an adventure, this is a nonstop trip of wonder in a fascinating world. The game gives you the reigns and lets you discover its mysteries with interlocking and interesting puzzles. It is a truly unique experience and one of the best games ever made.
  66. adamflame7
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Very strongly recommended. This space exploration game taking place in a small solar system is an experience never seen before in a game. The soundtrack awesome. While the graphics "quality" won't knock your socks off, there are numerous visual spectacles that will blow you away. There are no upgrades, power-ups, or levels. All you have is your ship, your character, and the knowledge youVery strongly recommended. This space exploration game taking place in a small solar system is an experience never seen before in a game. The soundtrack awesome. While the graphics "quality" won't knock your socks off, there are numerous visual spectacles that will blow you away. There are no upgrades, power-ups, or levels. All you have is your ship, your character, and the knowledge you gain along the way about the worlds around you and the secrets that make them tick. It's little secret that you play within a brief time loop. So not only are you finding out what info you can, piecing together this info as you go, but you have something to motivate you to do so with expediency. In addition it means you don't have to concern yourself with any sort of survival mechanics that would otherwise bog down the experience (they simply don't exist in the game). The only downside is that you can only play the game for the first time once as upon learning what you need to know to succeed, you can (and must) beat the game within one time loop.

    "If you could wipe your brain of a game to experience it for the first time again, what game would you say?" Outer Wilds is the first thing to come to my mind every single time.    … Expand
  67. philzlz
    May 29, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While I do understand the good reviews a few things made the game very frustrating. Be it accidentally crashing into the sun (manually or on autopilot), the anglerfish or the dark caverns with jumping puzzles. The 22 minute loop, while core part of the game, felt too short, sometimes when I made progress it was already time and the trek back (the hanging city for example) was annoying. I also had trouble entering the ATP and had to look up a guide on how to do it and problems with the anglerfish (I found all clues but somehow didn't think about the thrusters).

    I loved the music and aesthetics and thought a lot about the game, even while I was not playing which rarely happens nowadays. Overall a nice experience but some clues just went over my head.    … Expand
  68. svonton
    May 25, 2022
    8
    Great story interest time travel mechanic and boring puzzles. If you time loop/space thing/mystery thing lover its excellent game to spend several evenings.
  69. Leo_Manzano
    May 19, 2022
    8
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  70. Aidanator
    May 4, 2022
    10
    One of the coolest and most unique experiences I've ever had in a game. I highly recommend it to everyone.
  71. Artegful
    May 2, 2022
    10
    Unexpectedly great game where world has a fascinating mystery and is actually interesting to explore, even though a lot of information is received through text, but that's a lot different from games with lame storytelling, aka read all the notes. I advice you on completing the game with as little spoilers as possible. However, once you start, things may seem too complicated and confusingUnexpectedly great game where world has a fascinating mystery and is actually interesting to explore, even though a lot of information is received through text, but that's a lot different from games with lame storytelling, aka read all the notes. I advice you on completing the game with as little spoilers as possible. However, once you start, things may seem too complicated and confusing until you see the bigger picture… Expand
  72. BaldursThones
    Apr 13, 2022
    9
    This game revived space exploration as a concept for me. The story you uncover has plot twists and all that despite it not being a linear sort of progression like traditional story telling. Everyone will have a different experience as well with the story. It was annoying waiting for the the ash twin to loose sand each time though.
  73. Shimmeywill
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    Wonderful music, atmosphere, strong writing and a small galaxy that feels much bigger than most space games with its variety of planet mechanics and sense of fear.
  74. Tommapar
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. This review contains minimal spoilers about mechanics to illustrate how good this game is.

    Pushing the boundaries of games as a medium, one loop at a time. Clearly it looks at awesome games like Majora's Mask for inspiration, but with a lot of QoL enhancements that make this space detective/archeology simulator an adventure with little frustration (depending    Absolutely amazing game. This review contains minimal spoilers about mechanics to illustrate how good this game is.

    Pushing the boundaries of games as a medium, one loop at a time.

    Clearly it looks at awesome games like Majora's Mask for inspiration, but with a lot of QoL enhancements that make this space detective/archeology simulator an adventure with little frustration (depending on how much attention you pay to what you read and how well you can put things together to solve the knowledge puzzles you'll be facing throughout the game).

    The biggest QoL improvement over the Groundhog Day formula, is the level of freedom this game allows.

    You can go right to the end of the game in one loop if you know what you're doing. There's also a TON of shortcuts and faster paths that once you know them save you a ton of time.

    You even get a "Rest" mechanic that lets you choose EXACTLY how much time you want to skip to solve a time sensitive puzzle, unlike Majora's Mask which lets you skip in 12 hour intervals, making you stand around for NPCs to show up for several minutes.

    Seriously, this game is REALLY good. It might be some of the best sci-fi content in recent history, since even sci-fi movies have been kinda stale lately, the last good piece of big budget sci-fi that's not goddamn Avengers or such was Interstellar.

    And that came out 8 years ago.    … Expand
  75. Exxon21
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    What a masterpiece, literally made me change my point of view about life and outer space, I used to feel sad about life, knowing that in one moment, everything will be gone, but this game showed me that life is not only about waiting for it to end, it's about the beautiful moments and who you share them with. This is a masterpiece that deserves way more than it has.
  76. sweedsarentppl
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best games ever made. It's truly a once in a life time experience because after you finish it for the first time youll never be able to play it for the first time again. The entire game is based around learning and solving puzzles from what you learn, so after playing the game youll never experience that sense again. You have to go into this game blind. Cant wait till iThis is one of the best games ever made. It's truly a once in a life time experience because after you finish it for the first time youll never be able to play it for the first time again. The entire game is based around learning and solving puzzles from what you learn, so after playing the game youll never experience that sense again. You have to go into this game blind. Cant wait till i grow old and get dementia so i can play this game again.… Expand
  77. AzaLooPa
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    The game is good and marvelous. Fascinating story, design and music.
    Time for joke:
    Chukcha bought a refrigerator.
    — What do you need this fridge for? You live in Siberia.
    — To warm up during winter. Imagine the joy - it`s -40 outside and +4 in the refrigerator.
  78. sean420
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The only problem with this game is that once you are done you realize that you might never experience the same thing ever again.
  79. Patrick26
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    I have never played a game like this.
    I can't explain what this game means for my life.
    It is simply a unique and profound experience that is impossible to explain without trying it. In creating a game like this, the producers were constantly walking on a line suspended in a ravine. They never missed a step. Physics, art design, HISTORY, path, curiosity, research, knowledge: they did    I have never played a game like this.
    I can't explain what this game means for my life.
    It is simply a unique and profound experience that is impossible to explain without trying it. In creating a game like this, the producers were constantly walking on a line suspended in a ravine. They never missed a step. Physics, art design, HISTORY, path, curiosity, research, knowledge: they did everything in the best way possibile.

    Make sure it's enough, go play it.
    This experience changed my life forever.    … Expand
  80. Ezio4x
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Curiosity❗ that's the sole thing you need to finish this game. Yes! It has some flaws, but the game is so good that even telling those flaws will spoil the flaws! And you b like wtf is all this BUT such a great game. Because it don't follow anything or anyone. It's just PURE❤ OUTER WILDS❤
  81. Liash
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This game is incredibly immersive and atmospheric (ha) when played completely blind.
  82. Archound
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    Wow, someone took everything that was good in Subnautica, stripped unnecessary parts (hunger, crafting), and set the plot in Interstellar^2 twisted-level star system. 22 minutes loop gameplay is realized fantastically. Must play!
  83. SplitMind
    Feb 12, 2022
    4
    Yet another disappointing and over-rated indie- darling to add to my list.

    The graphics in OW can be impressive such as when on the Giant's Deep, but overall are very simplistic and childish. This is not a problem in itself but it does make for a very one-dimensional feel for a game that touts itself as thinking outside the box. The gameplay of OW is downright awful for me. First    Yet another disappointing and over-rated indie- darling to add to my list.

    The graphics in OW can be impressive such as when on the Giant's Deep, but overall are very simplistic and childish. This is not a problem in itself but it does make for a very one-dimensional feel for a game that touts itself as thinking outside the box.

    The gameplay of OW is downright awful for me. First off, we have the time loop mechanic. Thank God it doesn't take long to discover this as it was the final nail in the coffin for me. I'm not sure if they were aiming for replayability here, but it just created an awful amount of tedium and repetition for me to do the same things over again.

    Speaking of tedium, the game seems to pride itself on not telling you where to go or what to do. There is a difference between open-ended exploring and just plain obtuseness and pretentiousness, the latter of which this game unfortunately falls under. I suspect the rave reviewers are a bit like Dark Souls reviewers - they use guides. I found no intuition in my 30+ years of gaming experience to be of use here.

    To add to this, the physics and controls are awful too. Early in the game you control a little drone-like device that's basically harbinger of what's to come as it handles terribly and flops about before smashing into the ground.

    When I visited each of the planets, I didn't find much of interest. Then I learned the game is a bit like piecing together a most annoying and tedious jigsaw where you have to hunt down the pieces.

    As for the story, well I'd need to actually make progress in the game to learn the story or what the point is. I am clearly biased as I absolutely loathe the laziness of time-loop mechanics, so perhaps I was never going to enjoy this game.

    Overall, I hate Outer Wilds. It's a pretentious indie game that tries too hard to be different and forgets to be enjoyable. It wasted too much of my time but I'm grateful I gave up when I did before wasting even more time.    … Expand
  84. Nerevarinho
    Feb 5, 2022
    10
    Needed multiple tries since the startzone gave me a boring impression. Since I heared positive about this game, I gave it another chance and I am not regretting this.
    This game is so good written, cleverly crafted, cute, and highly rewarding. Environmental storytelling done at its finest, letting my brain doing inner cinema while diving into the story.
    Had multiple mindblow Moments, and    Needed multiple tries since the startzone gave me a boring impression. Since I heared positive about this game, I gave it another chance and I am not regretting this.
    This game is so good written, cleverly crafted, cute, and highly rewarding. Environmental storytelling done at its finest, letting my brain doing inner cinema while diving into the story.
    Had multiple mindblow Moments, and Subnautica-vibes. Music and sound design is fantastic and fits in perfectly, goosebumps!
    Thanks for crafting such a fantastic world. I had a very good time with this game.    … Expand
  85. ContemptEnjoyer
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    The Idea of someone not getting this game because of one of the bad reviews feels like a stab in the gut. It's my favourite game, however, there are a few things to note.

    1. USE A CONTROLLER! The game was made for a controller and does not work without one. 2. The game has a SLOW START. it takes a little while to get going but once you do there is no stopping. 3. If you get stuck    The Idea of someone not getting this game because of one of the bad reviews feels like a stab in the gut. It's my favourite game, however, there are a few things to note.

    1. USE A CONTROLLER! The game was made for a controller and does not work without one.

    2. The game has a SLOW START. it takes a little while to get going but once you do there is no stopping.

    3. If you get stuck USE THE SHIP LOG. In watching 3 people play through outer wilds the biggest mistake I see is people not using the ship logs rumor mode.

    4. DON'T LOOK ANYTHING UP. Ok, maybe a puzzle solution here or there but having the ending or any other plot points spoiled without the context of playing the rest of the game removes all of their impact.

    Nextly, I would like to address a few null complaints that baffle me as to how they were conceived. Many people complain about there being no saves but there is nothing to save. I really don't understand this one. There is no inventory, no level system, or anything. The only thing that needs to be saved is the info you gather, and what do you know, it is! Another one of the complaints is for the physics. I don't need to go into how every planets orbit is dynamically rendered to get the point across that the physics are well thought out. The final 2 common complains I already mostly covered however I will restate them. If you are complaining about controls, then you are using mouse and keyboard instead of the intended way of playing with controller. If you think the game is slow or you feel lost, get past early game and use the ship logs rumor mode. Thank you and goodbye    … Expand
  86. JakeFoxUwU
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    Восхитительная игра, провёл в ней долгое время, периодически проклинал Пустотную сферу во время падения.
    10/10
  87. Bakibenz
    Jan 16, 2022
    9
    Visuals: 9.3/10

    - Quality: Fairly basic graphics, but still manages to create an atmospheric environment. (8/10) - Style (-uniqueness): Every planet and location feels different, and every tool and system you discover has something visually unique to it. (10/10). - User Interface: Very minimalistic, but tells you everything you would want to know. The game doesn’t hold your hand with    Visuals: 9.3/10

    - Quality: Fairly basic graphics, but still manages to create an atmospheric environment. (8/10)
    - Style (-uniqueness): Every planet and location feels different, and every tool and system you discover has something visually unique to it. (10/10).
    - User Interface: Very minimalistic, but tells you everything you would want to know. The game doesn’t hold your hand with elaborate maps, as this game is about exploration. (10/10)

    Sound: 10/10

    - Voice acting: Not relevant. (-/10)
    - Music: Incredible score. Every location and discovery has something distinct yet very fitting. Gives you goosebumps. (10/10)
    - Sound effects: Masterfully crafted, gives you great feedback when you need to rely on sounds. (10/10)

    Gameplay: 9.3/10

    - Controls (ease of use): The ship’s controls are difficult by design. Similarly, your suit has limited resources. I found the controls reasonably responsive, I only had some issues with my drone. (9/10)
    - Unique systems: No spoilers, but there are so many unique systems you HAVE to discover and understand that it is incredible. (10/10)
    - Difficulty (settings, scaling, etc.): Challenging at points. Also, you don’t level up in the game, you gain knowledge and get more experienced with the controls. (10/10)
    - Grind: The game is about exploration, and you have to visit some locations a frustrating amount of times, in my opinion. (8/10)

    Story/Lore/World: 8.8/10

    - Characters: There are quite a few characters in the game, but I wouldn’t say they are especially memorable. Some characters you actually interact with, some you only read about. I would say that the characters may be the game’s weakest point. (6/10)
    - Writing quality: There is a lot of reading in this game. It is kind of weird sometimes: you read casual conversation, yet you gain immense knowledge from them. Some conversations can be witty or funny at times, a great experience overall. (9/10)
    - World design: Every location is so unique and the world is so alive. My only issue is that the solar system and the planets are very small, but it is impressive how much can fit in such tight spaces… (10/10)
    - Story/Lore: There is an incredible story told here, that you have to piece together yourself. Same with the lore. No spoilers, you have to experience this yourself! (10/10)

    Technical: 9.5/10

    - Optimization: Never had a problem with FPS drops. (10/10)
    - Bugs: Not much to talk about, you can get stuck a few times. (9/10)    … Expand
  88. NicoNofx
    Jan 10, 2022
    4
    Game is fun as hell, but be aware it has a resetting loop every 22 minutes and when that happens, you have to start all again, travel to the planets again etc, of course that you remember all the discovered things but still is a mechanic so stupid!
  89. Valdirkz
    Jan 9, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played in my life.
    I can't put in words how much I loved it from the beginning to the very end.
    Thanks for everyone involved from bringing such an incredible piece of art.
    It will be remembered for the rest of my life.
  90. Zorthar
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Phénoménal. J'ai commencé le jeu ne connaissant absolument rien dessus, et je suis extrêmement heureux que j'aie pu découvrir le jeu de A à Z. Ce qui m'a le plus frappé, c'est qu'à chaque fois que je découvrais quelque chose, le jeu me donnait envie d'en savoir plus.

    Histoire : L'histoire du jeu est décidemment l'un des gros points forts de celui-ci. Sans rentrer dans les spoilers, même    Phénoménal. J'ai commencé le jeu ne connaissant absolument rien dessus, et je suis extrêmement heureux que j'aie pu découvrir le jeu de A à Z. Ce qui m'a le plus frappé, c'est qu'à chaque fois que je découvrais quelque chose, le jeu me donnait envie d'en savoir plus.

    Histoire : L'histoire du jeu est décidemment l'un des gros points forts de celui-ci. Sans rentrer dans les spoilers, même si la totalité du jeu ne contient aucun doublage, le texte est plus que suffisant pour faire ressentir des émotions fortes au joueur, sans parler de la fin.

    Exploration : L'autre gros point fort du jeu pour moi est l'exploration (et heureusement pour un jeu d'exploration spatial). J'ai vraiment apprécié que le jeu te lâche dans l'espace sans aucun objectif (mis à part un dans les cinq premières minutes de jeu) et te permet de librement explorer les planètes dans l'ordre de ton choix. Cette liberté et le journal de bord qui compile tes trouvailles en font l'un des jeux les plus jouissifs dans la découverte de secrets.

    Gameplay : L'un des éléments du jeu qui me faisait le plus peur en le lançant était la maniabilité du vaisseau et la gravité des planètes qui peuvent aisément être bancals avec un jeu dans l'espace, mais je suis content de m'être complètement trompé. Le vaisseau est très agréable à diriger et le système de gravité du jeu est vraiment excellent. L'un des seuls points faibles du jeu pour moi sont les énigmes. Bien que certains sont très intéressants (notamment ceux en rapport au temps, ceux qui ont joué voient ce que je veux dire), la majorité restent très basiques et surtout un en particulier qui m'a forcé à regarder un let's play pour trouver la soluce. Cependant ce n'est qu'un point faible mineur qui ne diminue en rien mon estime pour le jeu.

    Musique : OST incroyable, les musiques d'ambiance sont au top mais je garde surtout en tête une musique en particulier

    Conclusion : Honnêtement, je sais pas quoi dire d'autre. Je conviens que le jeu n'est pas fait pour tout le monde. Si votre truc c'est l'action et les jeux "rapides", Outer Wilds n'est pas fait pour vous malheureusement ! En revanche, si vous aimez les énigmes, les mystères, l'exploration, l'espace et même un peu de philosophie, alors foncez !    … Expand
  91. Soapstock
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    Outer Wilds is my favorite game of all time I love it so much when is Outer Wilds 2
  92. StrangeQuarks
    Dec 25, 2021
    10
    This game is one of the most underrated experiences in the world of gaming. While the game is short, it proves to be one of the most inspiring games I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game serves as a call for exploration amongst the cosmos and truly made me want to go venture and see what is beyond the heavens. Before you play, make sure to not read any guides. Try to only useThis game is one of the most underrated experiences in the world of gaming. While the game is short, it proves to be one of the most inspiring games I've ever had the pleasure of playing. The game serves as a call for exploration amongst the cosmos and truly made me want to go venture and see what is beyond the heavens. Before you play, make sure to not read any guides. Try to only use help when you really need it.… Expand
  93. wright_and_left
    Dec 15, 2021
    10
    One of the best mystery, if not one of the BEST, games ever made. My only issue with the game is after a certain while, you might be confused as to what you need to find/do, but other than that this game is pretty stellar.

    9.75/10
  94. DanThePirate
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    I made an account just to review this game and give it the max amount of points possible. A beautiful, mesmerizing game from the start to finish. Amazing story, great concept, fun space flight and 100% unique. The ending almost brought me to tears, which I can't say has happened in any game before (and I'm a 32 year old man.) My only regret was spoiling myself by looking up how to beat theI made an account just to review this game and give it the max amount of points possible. A beautiful, mesmerizing game from the start to finish. Amazing story, great concept, fun space flight and 100% unique. The ending almost brought me to tears, which I can't say has happened in any game before (and I'm a 32 year old man.) My only regret was spoiling myself by looking up how to beat the game, when in reality beating the game should be by being able to see and experience everything.… Expand
  95. c3p
    Nov 28, 2021
    8
    Very innovative game with a facinating universe to eplore. What spoils my enthusiams (and 10/10) is the "die to learn" mechanic which sours the later game (also there is a almost game breaking bug in the level with the "fish" for jeyboard users).
    My advise would be to use a guide after the first ~10 hours when it starts to take a lot of time to progress.
    And Keyboard+Mouse players be    Very innovative game with a facinating universe to eplore. What spoils my enthusiams (and 10/10) is the "die to learn" mechanic which sours the later game (also there is a almost game breaking bug in the level with the "fish" for jeyboard users).
    My advise would be to use a guide after the first ~10 hours when it starts to take a lot of time to progress.
    And Keyboard+Mouse players be aware that the "fish level" (you know what i mean when you get there) is almost impossible to beat - my advise is to remove the fish via mods!    … Expand
  96. Ridnarhtim
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    This game is unlike anything else i have ever played. You are not led by the nose, there are no waypoints, side quests, objectives etc. You just head out and explore, and let your curiosity drive you to seek out answers. The game has fantastic vibes, music, and art. Sometimes it's sad, sometimes it's funny, sometimes it's a little scary. If you get stuck somewhere, or run out of time whileThis game is unlike anything else i have ever played. You are not led by the nose, there are no waypoints, side quests, objectives etc. You just head out and explore, and let your curiosity drive you to seek out answers. The game has fantastic vibes, music, and art. Sometimes it's sad, sometimes it's funny, sometimes it's a little scary. If you get stuck somewhere, or run out of time while exploring one planet, just go somewhere else on your next loop. There are always a dozen different things to explore or try out.

    Yes, the controls take some getting used to - you are flying through space. There is gravity. There is no air resistance. When you accelerate, you keep going faster, and you won't be able to stop on a dime. Planets orbit around the sun, so you'll need to adjust your velocity relative to them. With time, you will learn how to handle your spaceship correctly and fly quickly and land precisely.

    If you like atmospheric games and you don't mind exploring planets just to satiate your own curiosity, rather than to shoot aliens, collect loot and drive forward some epic save the universe plot, you should find a lot to like in Outer Wilds. I recommend playing with headphones, a controller, and an open mind.    … Expand
  97. chungusn7
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Very good game. The only direction you're given is to explore. You're given full freedom to go anywhere your curiosity leads you in this small solar system.
  98. Ibaroda
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente jogue este jogo! Não procure videos, nem dicas nem nada somente Jogue!

    E voce terá os 22 minutos mais longos e gratificantes da sua vida!
  99. knur
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    One of the best sci-fi stories ever that will live in your memories for a very long time.
  100. Akours
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    There are many puzzle games.
    There are many riddle games.
    There are many games with good lore.
    There is no other game that does puzzles, riddles, interconnected game play mechanics, good lore, feelings, music and everything else, perfect.
    Outer Wilds is that game.
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Awards & Rankings

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#21 Best PC Game of 2019
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#18 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. GameCritics
    Aug 20, 2019
    65
    Outer Wilds is rife with breathtaking sights and sounds, and at the very least, no one could accuse it of being unambitious. Mobius Digital may be a small team but, almost paradoxically, they achieve a remarkable sense of scope by keeping things modest. However, their work suffers from the glacial pace of progress and a hands-off approach to storytelling. My biggest issues – a lack of combat, direction, or material rewards – are obviously deliberate, bold choices on the part of the devs, and I commend Mobius for them while also chiding the cold, inscrutable product that resulted. I admire Outer Wilds, but I don’t love it.
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  2. Games.cz
    Aug 19, 2019
    90
    This temporally unique game adds something new with your every death and moves the story forward beautifully. The environments are breathtaking, the music will soothe you. This is the perfect game for those of you who are, above all, curious.
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  3. Adventure Gamers
    Jul 26, 2019
    80
    For those who won’t be deterred by the endless deaths and time-looped backtracking in Outer Wilds, its intriguing mystery and non-linear exploration of an entire solar system will be a novel and deeply engaging experience.
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