The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom

 PC
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. PC Zone UK
    84
    Essential for those who likes a sit down and have a think. [Aug 2010, p.82]
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  2. GameSpot
    75
    Buckets of whimsy and oodles of puzzles make this a satisfying adventure, despite the sometimes steep difficulty.
  3. Eurogamer Portugal
    80
    The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom is clever, simple, hard and very good to train our brains to solve problems.
  5. 9Lives
    91
    A candidate for indie game of the year as far as I’m concerned. Many awards were already given and they were absolutely deserved. It barely has a flaw and money-wise it’s worth it. Fantastic atmosphere and well-thought out puzzles will entice anyone with a brain. Unfortunately only a demo on Xbox Live is available, but don’t worry, just go ahead and buy this.
  6. Absolute Games
    84
    The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom is a stylish farce. Its sheer originality and incredibly low price are enough to overlook clumsy gameplay balance and poor code optimization.
  7. GameWatcher
    86
    It's a Masterpiece in my eyes and I rarely use that term.
  8. Gamers.at
    79
    A really good combination of retro charm and puzzle fan for an absolutely cheap prize. Puzzle fans must definitely take a look at this game.
  9. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    70
    Stylish logical game will remind you the times of DOS logical puzzle games. Your girlfriend will love it as well as you mother or uncle or even your grandpa. [Issue#191]
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  10. PC PowerPlay
    70
    Gorgeous presentation and clever level design are only held back by mild control issues. [July 2010, p.61]
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  11. PC Format
    81
    It's very much in the head-hurting, time-bending, Braid vein. [July 2010, p.101]
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  12. PC Gamer UK
    80
    Devilishly tricky. [July 2010, p.95]
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  13. Computer Games Online RO
    80
    Still, for a title which is worth less than five Euros, the Misadventures of P.B Winterbottom are recommended to any indie-loving player.

Awards & Rankings

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#48 Best PC Game of 2010
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#95 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
64
#64 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 63
  3. Negative: 5 out of 63
  1. Echo9k
    Mar 17, 2012
    9
    Is creepy if you want, but is an amazing game that will make you think a lot with its puzzles, and also enjoy with its simplicity. I mean,Is creepy if you want, but is an amazing game that will make you think a lot with its puzzles, and also enjoy with its simplicity. I mean, Winterbottom is a fellow who loves pie, and is willing to do everything for a pie even if this "everything" is create a paradox in time-space stability.
    With a touch of madness I think that this Misadvetures will take you to another universe of gaming    … Full Review »
  2. Dagwoodx420x666
    Jul 18, 2013
    9
    Easily one of my favorite games, period. I'm not really a big fan of puzzle or platform games but it is so intuitive and natural that theEasily one of my favorite games, period. I'm not really a big fan of puzzle or platform games but it is so intuitive and natural that the puzzles feel complex and challenging without being overwhelming. The art and soundtrack are the perfect accompaniment to this well-thought out adventure through time. A must play.… Full Review »
  3. Mykwon
    Dec 8, 2012
    9
    Very nice! Reminds me of Braid but simpler and more logical. Therefore, less of a challenge in making perfect moves on every levels - whichVery nice! Reminds me of Braid but simpler and more logical. Therefore, less of a challenge in making perfect moves on every levels - which made me stopped playing Braid - but rather think differently using 4th dimension. Always with a last second little twist you didn't see coming when you kick off!
    Very nice music too. Vintage style.    … Full Review »
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