INSIDE

 PlayStation 4
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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1051 Ratings

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  1. mrnice
    Aug 16, 2018
    7
    Story: Interesting, but super vague and not mindblowing. Ending was overhyped. Like "OK this is going somewhere, game is getting interesting now" and then it ended. Maybe some people felt challenged and enlightened and inspired by the story. But it didn't feel grounded in any sort of reality. As a fairy tale, it tried exceptionally hard to bring an interesting "punchline idea"... and itStory: Interesting, but super vague and not mindblowing. Ending was overhyped. Like "OK this is going somewhere, game is getting interesting now" and then it ended. Maybe some people felt challenged and enlightened and inspired by the story. But it didn't feel grounded in any sort of reality. As a fairy tale, it tried exceptionally hard to bring an interesting "punchline idea"... and it sort of did, but was also empty? I don't know?

    Gameplay: 2d platformer, very polished, almost embarrassingly clean presentation with 0 technical issues. Mostly easy, apart from a few "Duh, OK got it!" puzzles that required some thought.    … Expand
  2. TheCatalyst
    Aug 7, 2018
    7
    -Really solid ah-ha moments
    -The atmosphere is awesome as all get out
    -Puzzles...good and bad -Nice surprises -Tense -Too obtuse -Amazing movement/animation -Just not enough to make me keep me thinking on it. This is a conflicting game for me. This game has some standout moments that really tug at my intrigue. The world is barren but filled with nods to how this world operates.    -Really solid ah-ha moments
    -The atmosphere is awesome as all get out
    -Puzzles...good and bad
    -Nice surprises
    -Tense
    -Too obtuse
    -Amazing movement/animation
    -Just not enough to make me keep me thinking on it.

    This is a conflicting game for me. This game has some standout moments that really tug at my intrigue. The world is barren but filled with nods to how this world operates. There are moments in puzzles that feel very satisfying in the moment and then that just feel like they are there as merely only an obstacle, which I guess is what puzzles are, but a lot felt like you could see the goal and that made it more rewarding. I love how violent deaths are and the blankness of the characters throughout this game reminds me of a fascist government ruling with some experimental things ala Akira. But I think its best part is also its greatest weakness, obscurity. There is so much environmental storytelling that it oozes intrigue, but it also doesn't hold me enough because it isn't wholly tangible. Maybe I missed something? Maybe I didn't care enough to scrounge for every bit of detail while playing? I don't know, but the ending part of the game (albeit there are some really cool moments in there too) I didn't like. When the ending credits hit my screen, it was a sigh of defeat than a joy of finishing something wonderful.    … Expand
  3. Genjira
    Jun 23, 2018
    8
    An excellent atmospheric, twisted, clever, affecting, piquant, surprising, vicious and fascinating game. As much fun in a group (passing the controller on when you die) as it is playing alone in the dark, it definitely needs to be played to the end. There's not much of it but it's as long as it needs to be.
  4. vboyev
    May 25, 2018
    10
    People are so easy to manipulate. Mind-blowing ending, beautiful shades and great art-direction at all!
  5. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    10
    Beautiful, haunting, expertly paced are all words to describe Inside. It's one of the darkest yet interesting games I've ever played. It honestly shook me by the end.
  6. hsh1417
    Apr 23, 2018
    9
    It is scary, interesting and fun.
    The brainwave make me never bored........
  7. underecho
    Apr 21, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece in visual storytelling. Haunting and wonderful . just loved this.
  8. X111XTRME
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    Awesome indie title again from creators of limbo . 10/10 From me . Waiting for the next game from these creators.
  9. MikefromAngus
    Feb 27, 2018
    9
    Great game! The atmosphere, graphics, presentation are out of this world. Gameplay is great as well.
    this game makes you want to play it. and you cant put it down till you passed it! One of the best 2D platforms I played!
  10. keanex
    Jan 29, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. INSIDE is a spiritual successor to Limbo, even if only in terms of playstyle. Playing through INSIDE I felt very much at home as someone who has played and completed Limbo, so it should be understood that if you don't like Limbo then INSIDE is likely not for you.

    I played this game as a co-op experience with my girlfriend. She's not much into playing games, but she was really intrigued by what was going on within the world. We had a fantastic time figuring out the puzzles and exploring the world, even if bleak.

    There are some gruesome death scenes, and some very odd moments, mostly towards the end. The sound was appropriate and surprisingly well done. Some moments are enhanced very nicely by the sound.

    As a whole I felt that the experience was worthwhile at the prices it goes on sale for, but I felt that INSIDE is too similar to Limbo, without a conclusive ending. Well worth a play, but not worth the high high praise it got.    … Expand
  11. wailingghost
    Jan 2, 2018
    10
    In a world where AAA games continually fall flat, despite the million of dollars pumped into them, this simple little game achieves something that they simply cannot. It makes you think and it makes you feel. Sure, there are tactics and strategy, curiosity and discovery, but also dread and tension, panic, anxiety, relief, wonder and it's all underlined by one of the most incredible andIn a world where AAA games continually fall flat, despite the million of dollars pumped into them, this simple little game achieves something that they simply cannot. It makes you think and it makes you feel. Sure, there are tactics and strategy, curiosity and discovery, but also dread and tension, panic, anxiety, relief, wonder and it's all underlined by one of the most incredible and mind-bending conclusions I have ever witnessed in a game.

    In short, playdead are unafraid to take risks, to challenge the people that play their games and to disrupt reality.    … Expand
  12. stamito
    Dec 12, 2017
    10
    This is one of those special games, that without saying a lot, it makes you feel a lot.

    This game in essence is a lot like Limbo, Journey, Ico, Shadow of the colossus etc. All those are games that rather than focusing on amazing gameplay itself, they focus on being emotionally strong and how to tell a story in a special way, with little worlds, just trying to transmit feelings in a    This is one of those special games, that without saying a lot, it makes you feel a lot.

    This game in essence is a lot like Limbo, Journey, Ico, Shadow of the colossus etc. All those are games that rather than focusing on amazing gameplay itself, they focus on being emotionally strong and how to tell a story in a special way, with little worlds, just trying to transmit feelings in a rawer way. Having said that, if you enjoyed any of the games I’ve just mentioned, most likely you will enjoy this one.

    Graphics and sound. Graphically speaking, you won’t find photo-realistic graphics etc., but artistically speaking the game is superb, they make use of a very limited variety of colours (mainly black, white and grey) to offer a fantastic gloomy setting that goes very well with the game’s universe. They might not be the best graphics, technically speaking, but artistically they made a great job at making the game’s world feel unique, gloomy, sad and tense, a lot like the game’s story itself. Sound is superb as well, there is little music, it’s mainly ambient sound and these are designed to maximise the game experience as in adding tension or whatever to the area you’re in, again sound direction is fantastic.

    Gameplay, we’re basically speaking about a platforming-puzzle game. Platforming is kind of easy, it’s more about solving puzzles. I feel it is quite fun, as the game is a lot about finding out how to progress and make it to the next area rather than just jumping around. A few collectibles in the game as well, that require thinking to find them, it is quite a decent challenge. Bad thing about this, is that the game itself is not very long (maybe 4-6 hours) and the fact that it is about “finding out” (puzzle solving) how to advance, once you’ve done it, that’s it there is little replay value here. This is probably the main criticism that can be made to the game. However, it is a very satisfying experience, very intense a lot of times, that won’t disappoint. Said that, I wouldn’t pay too high of a price for this, but if it is for sale it is definitely worth, but be aware of the game’s length.

    Summarising, fantastic and unique platforming-puzzle game, it does an amazing job at making the player feel the intensity of the situations (e.g. when a dog chases you to kill you, you’ll feel real tension and urge to flee). It is a game that emotionally says a lot, and won’t leave you indifferent. Just know that although intense in a lot of ways, this is a short journey (4-6 h). If you liked Limbo, Journey, Ico, Shadow of the colossus, the last guardian etc. that kind of game, I think you should definitely give this one a try. If you didn’t, spend your money elsewhere as you probably won’t enjoy Inside that much.    … Expand
  13. PrimozaPL
    Nov 12, 2017
    9
    I have long thought about how to describe INSIDE to reflect its spirit and climate. Again as Limbo, the game asked me more questions than she answered. Gently forged in the heart for two evenings. Leaving me in a strange state of suspension for a good week. I did not think it would be so difficult for me to rate her. I hate her for what she did to her head and at the same time I love herI have long thought about how to describe INSIDE to reflect its spirit and climate. Again as Limbo, the game asked me more questions than she answered. Gently forged in the heart for two evenings. Leaving me in a strange state of suspension for a good week. I did not think it would be so difficult for me to rate her. I hate her for what she did to her head and at the same time I love her for being able to do it. There are so many games. Correct is not nearly at all. If you are looking for something more than games and simple storyline, play in the wrong INSIDE. I sincerely recommend.… Expand
  14. Kamikazeshocki
    Nov 9, 2017
    8
    I am not a fan of short indie games but this was suprisingly good. The levels with it's short puzzles are pretty nice and you get goosebumbps during several situations. The most amazing thing was the ending of the game where you melted with those lifeforms and ran around as a blob. Such a crazy hilarious gameplay and animation, it was mesmerizing. Anyway it's worth it's money though II am not a fan of short indie games but this was suprisingly good. The levels with it's short puzzles are pretty nice and you get goosebumbps during several situations. The most amazing thing was the ending of the game where you melted with those lifeforms and ran around as a blob. Such a crazy hilarious gameplay and animation, it was mesmerizing. Anyway it's worth it's money though I think a 9 rating is too much, it's just a short adventure.… Expand
  15. imoviesreview
    Oct 10, 2017
    10
    This game is creepy horror done right. While there little to no jump scares, The game creepy atmosphere and graphics as well as the music keeps me intense though out the whole game. The game also loves foreshadow which add to the intensity. The controls are very simple and easy to get use too. The narrative is brilliant. Overall a game worth it's 20 dollar price tag.
  16. st3fano
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    Finally an old-school game that perfectly fit for modern players.
    THe graphics is minimalistic, also the sounf but they reflect perfectly the dark atmosphere.
    It's not a surprise that they tried to do a "demake" for commodore 64, for old players like me this is a gem of a game!
  17. SuperkenGaming
    Sep 9, 2017
    8
    INSIDE
    Odd but great
    Inside is a puzzle platforming game lasting a little less than 4 hours where you play as a boy trying to escape.. From what I’m not sure... a factory of sorts... a communist country… from being a test subject… Hews trying to escape... you just go forward hiding in shadows, outsmarting the occasional enemies and doing multiple environmental puzzles… Inside Is from    INSIDE
    Odd but great
    Inside is a puzzle platforming game lasting a little less than 4 hours where you play as a boy trying to escape..
    From what I’m not sure... a factory of sorts... a communist country… from being a test subject…
    Hews trying to escape... you just go forward hiding in shadows, outsmarting the occasional enemies and doing multiple environmental puzzles…
    Inside Is from the same studio that made LIMBO, and they feel pretty similar, though INSIDE feels much more polished and varied and to me was a much more enjoyable, and much more confusing experience..
    |Confusing because of the story. . Not the puzzles…
    Every puzzle I ran across in inside had a clever solution…
    I understood what needed to be done most of the time, but it was up to me figuring out how to accomplish this...
    There are many different puzzle types thrown in here, from timing, to pulling items, to distracting, to straight up mind control…
    I don’t have a favorite puzzle type as they were all equally fun to figure out…
    And the setting here its creepy and eaerie
    you feel like there’s danger around every corner, really immersing you into its world…
    as does the delivery of this games campaign as it slows down for a few stealth sections where you’re trying to blend in to not die..
    As this entire game you’re being searched for…
    so you have to dodge the sight of enemies as well as spot lights...
    no sections too frustrating with perfectly placed checkpoints much like limbo…
    INSIDE is a really special experience with moments I want to talk about but to prevent spoilers…I can’t
    if one things for certain, you’ll leave this game wondering exactly what just happened…
    I wasn’t quite blown away by this game as everyone else…
    but I can still see its magic…
    I give Inside
    an 8.5/10    … Expand
  18. Vandal
    Aug 10, 2017
    10
    Quite simply a masterpiece. Every bit as good as Limbo and in some ways better.
    Superb graphics, engaging gameplay, fiendish puzzles...
    You could argue that the end is slightly weaker than the rest of the game, but I loved it from start to finish.
    Roll on the next release from Playdead.
  19. Kansler
    Jul 25, 2017
    8
    Like Limbo, a very memorable journey. (Or, indeed, like Journey.)

    I don't love the puzzles in this game, just like I didn't like every puzzle in Limbo, but the story is what keeps these games interesting. All the rooms and panels are unique, and there's a sense of constant progression, although the game deliberately slows down in the middle (a bit too much to my taste). Overall, we    Like Limbo, a very memorable journey. (Or, indeed, like Journey.)

    I don't love the puzzles in this game, just like I didn't like every puzzle in Limbo, but the story is what keeps these games interesting. All the rooms and panels are unique, and there's a sense of constant progression, although the game deliberately slows down in the middle (a bit too much to my taste).

    Overall, we need these kinds of linear experiences, with all their faults, because we need games that are deliberately paced, even if they are not always "fun." Only a strong directorial vision, with its strong sense of progression, can allow games to tell unique stories that have an aura of magic about them, with every little scene filled with marvel. Such stories can touch children and adults alike.    … Expand
  20. Termin8ter
    Jul 10, 2017
    9
    Inside is an excellent experience. With improved and more polished graphics and animations, a more intriguing story, solid and interesting sound design, and an ambient and engaging soundtrack by Martin Stig Andersen. This game is a worthy successor to Limbo in all the right ways. The only reason I'm not giving this game a 10 is because I think that Playdead could've improved on theInside is an excellent experience. With improved and more polished graphics and animations, a more intriguing story, solid and interesting sound design, and an ambient and engaging soundtrack by Martin Stig Andersen. This game is a worthy successor to Limbo in all the right ways. The only reason I'm not giving this game a 10 is because I think that Playdead could've improved on the gameplay side of things. Instead, they only offer us the exact same controls from Limbo. Really? I hope that the developers can improve on this in their third game, which they have confirmed they are working on. Overall, Inside is an amazing game that everyone should beat, because it is a very masterful and breathtaking experience.… Expand
  21. Bullish
    Jul 6, 2017
    9
    The game is apparently a metaphor, so let's make the review a metaphor. Imagine sitting in a hotel lobby bar and meeting a beautiful model who is all over you. She is not only beautiful, but she is also perfect in every way. After four hours of flirting and drinking, she then takes you back to her room and whips out the biggest hook-shaped penis you have ever seen.

    + Solid platforming    The game is apparently a metaphor, so let's make the review a metaphor. Imagine sitting in a hotel lobby bar and meeting a beautiful model who is all over you. She is not only beautiful, but she is also perfect in every way. After four hours of flirting and drinking, she then takes you back to her room and whips out the biggest hook-shaped penis you have ever seen.

    + Solid platforming
    + Intense, adrenaline racing puzzles

    - Weak ending just like Limbo's    … Expand
  22. Alvokun
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    INSIDE is a very good video game and it must be among the best indie games.

    It is quite similar to LIMBO (which I bought together with INSIDE in a single pack), though the aesthethics and the design of characters and settings are different: instead of shadows, things in INSIDE are built with a more realistic aspect -even when they are fictional-, and chiaroscuros are used as a resource    INSIDE is a very good video game and it must be among the best indie games.

    It is quite similar to LIMBO (which I bought together with INSIDE in a single pack), though the aesthethics and the design of characters and settings are different: instead of shadows, things in INSIDE are built with a more realistic aspect -even when they are fictional-, and chiaroscuros are used as a resource to illuminate places, rather than as a norm of creation.

    Gameplay is simple but enjoyable, and the puzzles are carefully planned (though some of them may be a bit confusing at times). The storyline is there, but maybe a bit vague. The game could have been richer in this sense (as well as LIMBO, probably). It is not too long, but I have never minded that.

    Overall, I have the impression that INSIDE is too good a game to not have a 9, but at the same time it lacks something to have a 10.    … Expand
  23. wasresting
    Jun 21, 2017
    10
    There were instances where I almost felt grief because of certain parts (pertaining to the gameplay) but before that happened those parts ended playing out gracefully. And with some of the level design looking like it would be a mountain to climb just ended up being a bump in the road. This game is a near flawless piece of work. With the few effortless hours I spent playing this game,There were instances where I almost felt grief because of certain parts (pertaining to the gameplay) but before that happened those parts ended playing out gracefully. And with some of the level design looking like it would be a mountain to climb just ended up being a bump in the road. This game is a near flawless piece of work. With the few effortless hours I spent playing this game, almost all the gameplay there in, but say thirty seconds holds significant value over the time "spent" to see this game to its end. And at that end I was amazed and afterwards elated.… Expand
  24. oldscotland
    Jun 1, 2017
    9
    INSIDE is a fantastic adventure that, whilst relatively short, packs a great amount of fun into its narrative and certainly doesn't overstay its welcome like many games do nowadays.

    The puzzles are mostly at a level of difficulty that makes them taxing but at a level that can usually be figured out with some time, patience and some thought. On the occasions where I truly did get stuck    INSIDE is a fantastic adventure that, whilst relatively short, packs a great amount of fun into its narrative and certainly doesn't overstay its welcome like many games do nowadays.

    The puzzles are mostly at a level of difficulty that makes them taxing but at a level that can usually be figured out with some time, patience and some thought. On the occasions where I truly did get stuck at a point, I never felt frustrated by the game but rather at my own abilities. This meant that, once I had figured out the next step, I had a truly sense of elation and achievement.

    Visually, the game is dark and foreboding at points, again this is a positive. The sound is also minimal and helps sustain the heavy atmosphere.

    The final sections of the game are like something out of a David Lynch film and I really urge all to go along for the ride.    … Expand
  25. SuperDuck23
    May 28, 2017
    10
    Playdead have done an incredible job to surpass their previous game, Limbo. Inside is a true work of art, both disturbing and gripping in equal measure.
  26. siphus007
    May 20, 2017
    9
    INSIDE is a beautiful, masterfully designed puzzle game set around a dark and mysterious facility. Despite moving only left to right, and only being able to jump and grab, PLAYDEAD provided dozens of brilliant puzzles to have to work through that are neither impossibly frustrating, or insulting to the intelligence. And in the meantime, the strangely unspoken and undeveloped story unravelsINSIDE is a beautiful, masterfully designed puzzle game set around a dark and mysterious facility. Despite moving only left to right, and only being able to jump and grab, PLAYDEAD provided dozens of brilliant puzzles to have to work through that are neither impossibly frustrating, or insulting to the intelligence. And in the meantime, the strangely unspoken and undeveloped story unravels smashingly over the course of 4 hours. It's definitely a great game, hands-down. I wish it was cohesive and explained itself a little bit more, and gave me more to take away other than mere obscurity, but this is one of the better indie games out there.… Expand
  27. KayVen17
    May 6, 2017
    7
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 74/100
    Mein User Score = 7/10    … Expand
  28. BarkingDoggy
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    This game is a worthy successor to Limbo (and may I say, a superior one) with its stunning visuals, dark, rich atmosphere, ambient music, smart puzzles, incredible attention to detail, its gripping story told without words, its perfect ending, and last but not least, its realistic animation.
  29. SS_Talon
    Apr 29, 2017
    5
    Despite all the praise from critics and players, I found this game to be rather tedious and frustrating. I forced myself to play it to the end and have no intention of playing it again. Be prepared to suffer lots of frustrating deaths and a experience bafflement as you come to points in the game where it's not clear how to proceed forward. Thankfully, there are videos out on YouTube thatDespite all the praise from critics and players, I found this game to be rather tedious and frustrating. I forced myself to play it to the end and have no intention of playing it again. Be prepared to suffer lots of frustrating deaths and a experience bafflement as you come to points in the game where it's not clear how to proceed forward. Thankfully, there are videos out on YouTube that can help ease one's frustration, so you can overcome puzzling parts of the game. In short, this game was unique, but not fun. I do not recommend it at all. :(… Expand
  30. HaloFever
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    Inside is like Limbo if everything about Limbo was better. The environment in the game is fantastic. Very mysterious. Very approachable. The puzzles are well done and intuitive. Some of the puzzle require trial and error to complete, and I always find the mix of puzzles with hand-eye coordination challenges frustrating. Fortunately they're were few frustrations despite the many playerInside is like Limbo if everything about Limbo was better. The environment in the game is fantastic. Very mysterious. Very approachable. The puzzles are well done and intuitive. Some of the puzzle require trial and error to complete, and I always find the mix of puzzles with hand-eye coordination challenges frustrating. Fortunately they're were few frustrations despite the many player deaths I witnessed.

    The game is short. I completed the game in a little over 4 hours. Admittedly, my daughter talked me through the early portion of the game. She was very excited to help me. The presentation is so well done, all of my kids took to the game immediately. I wouldn't trade the tight presentation of the game for a longer game with unnecessary padding. Just be warned that this is a short ride for anyone uninterested in finding all the the secret orb thingies and unlocking the alternative ending.

    Rather than describe what makes Inside work so well, I am going to simply recommend you play it. It's terribly expensive and doesn't require much of a time investment. I think you'll like it.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#23 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#39 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Sep 28, 2016
    90
    If we had the technology, we’d force all of you to lurch up out of your chairs and go buy this. [November 2016, p64]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Sep 26, 2016
    90
    Certain standout moments play unlike any other game. Your first play-through may frustrate but the emotional aftermath hammers home the depth of the achievement. It's the nightmare cousin of Journey. [Oct 2016, p.78]
  3. PlaySense
    Sep 15, 2016
    90
    An awesome puzzle game with a fascinating style and a dark, but intriguing storyline. Fans of Limbo shouldn't hesitate.
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