Outer Wilds

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 782 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 55 out of 782
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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
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 87 IIIIIIIIII====================
  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
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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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