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  1. Mar 30, 2018
    10
    Awesome indie title again from creators of limbo . 10/10 From me . Waiting for the next game from these creators.
  2. Mar 27, 2022
    8
    Beautifully haunting.

    Puzzles are excellent, just hard enough to feel accomplished when they are completed.

    The slow revelation style of storytelling works well even without dialog.
  3. Jun 3, 2020
    9
    This game is so eerie and disturbing, horrifying and also beautiful. This is a masterpiece in platforming and puzzle design that similar to limbo require you to have many lightbulb moments throughout that never come off as cheap or too difficult to require a guide. It strikes a perfect balance similar to portal that anybody can pick it up and experience it. Ive played through it twice andThis game is so eerie and disturbing, horrifying and also beautiful. This is a masterpiece in platforming and puzzle design that similar to limbo require you to have many lightbulb moments throughout that never come off as cheap or too difficult to require a guide. It strikes a perfect balance similar to portal that anybody can pick it up and experience it. Ive played through it twice and was blown away even more the second time. Playdead are master crafters of disturbing video game worlds that constantly keep you on edge while also providing some of the most unforgettable sequences ive ever played. I need more from this studio. Expand
  4. Feb 9, 2019
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disappointed. I heard so many good reviews for this game, so I purchased. The game seems straightforward, but never clearly explains what you are doing and why. Then there is a big twist in the middle of the game, but that twist is not explained either. The ending is confusing and exciting, but again, the lack of explanation hampered the emotional payoff. Played once. Then returned. Expand
  5. Jun 16, 2021
    9
    luego de terminar limbo me an recomendado este juego y no me arrepiendo para nada me a gustado todavia mas, e tardado 9 horas en pasarlo y me parecio un poco mas dificil pero me e quedado picada con el juego totalmente recomendado (yo lo jugue en ps4)
  6. Jan 12, 2019
    9
    This is the game that is going to keep its mysteries from you till the very end and when its all reviled you are still going to be a little confused. One of the best silent stories that i ever played or watched.
  7. Jan 26, 2019
    9
    I used to have a mind, but then I played this game. That's how mind-blowing this game is.
  8. Feb 11, 2019
    9
    A great game with deep physics mechanics, amazing puzzles, haunting atmosphere and dark design.
    The game story is more metaphor than actual plot, but it does it in a very smart way.

    I liked this one more than Limbo because of its better design and better haunting atmosphere.
    The extra challenges of the orbs also offer some nice replay value.

    9/10
  9. Feb 21, 2019
    10
    A gaming experience like none I've ever had before. Unique, deep, dark, disturbing, and had me researching lore and theories of the game for hours. I highly recommend this short bizarre journey to anyone who appreciates simple concepts with deep plot and brilliant art design.
  10. Dec 19, 2020
    8
    Limbonun gelişmişi. Bu sefer daha renkli bir dünya var. Hikayesi de Limboya göre daha anlaşılır.
  11. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    This game is something entirely different. There are not many controls you have as a player but still it's amazing what can be done. Time and time again the developers surprised me. It's hard to explain why this game is so refreshing and satifying without giving any spoilers. So I guess you gotta play it yourself.
  12. Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Playdead уже в который раз создали офигеную игру
  13. May 20, 2019
    9
    It´s difficult to think of a game (other than Limbo) that resembles this short puzzle game. As concise as it is, it achieves greatness. The artwork is simply astonishing and obscure. Don´t discard the possibility of puzzle games before giving this one a shot.
  14. May 16, 2023
    7
    I can say that Inside is masterpiece in terms of art, but very poorly crafted game. Why do i think so?
    So basically we have a typical platformer, with only three actions Jump, Move, Interact. Also we have very irritating riddles across the game. And i that sense we have a riddle game, but in other hand this game has its own interesting story, art style and setting. Ill be honest, i didn’t
    I can say that Inside is masterpiece in terms of art, but very poorly crafted game. Why do i think so?
    So basically we have a typical platformer, with only three actions Jump, Move, Interact. Also we have very irritating riddles across the game. And i that sense we have a riddle game, but in other hand this game has its own interesting story, art style and setting. Ill be honest, i didn’t understand the story of Inside completely, i had a few guesses about the story but thats all. But, god thats ending, i really like how player can interpret how he wants, and it may give different philosophical to players, for me it was Why do we hear so much of unknown? That was the main question after beating the story. And it got me thinking about my life for several hours, and ive gotta say not many game could bring such experience, and make think about such complex things.
    Also great responsiveness of controls of this game makes pleasant experience by controlling the boy. Also a great sound design keeps you influenced in games story and gameplay.
    For those thoughts that this game gave me, masterful art design/audio design/and controls, and for the most unusual game experience since Last Of Us 2, i will game a 7.5/10
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  15. Oct 17, 2020
    10
    It might be short, it might have no dialogue. But this is truly one experience I'll never forget anytime soon. It's deep, and disturbing, and raises so many questions that are just begging to be answered. If you like LIMBO, you're gonna love INSIDE.
  16. Apr 2, 2021
    6
    By the end this game felt like a total waste of time. I guess that was the point. Cool visuals and puzzles , but about half way through I found it impossible to complete without a guide
  17. Jun 3, 2020
    8
    Great atmosphere, the game is stunning to look at an is a bit terrifying with what has to say about conformism. Depicts a dystopian reality perfectly without saying a single word (just gameplay, sound design and background action). Sometimes it relies too much on the players dying so they can learn what to do. Still one of the best of 2016...maybe the best.
  18. Dec 22, 2019
    9
    Terrifying as it doesn't stop me from wanting to progress. Strange in a silent and wonderful way.
  19. Jan 16, 2020
    9
    Pretty much everything about Inside is great. The puzzles are maybe a little too easy.
  20. Mar 10, 2021
    8
    Gran juego que nos sumerge en un mundo de misterio en el cual nos va atrapando poco a poco, final bastante original y sorprendente. Juego muy recomendable
  21. Sep 4, 2020
    8
    The successor to Playdead's Limbo, Inside is more ambitious in its visuals and story. Although Limbo offers a tighter experience with its eerie atmosphere and harder puzzles, Inside carves out a niche of its own thanks to the mystery of the plot and gorgeous visuals.
  22. Mar 25, 2020
    8
    updated version of Limbo with a much longer play time. What isn't there to love? Aesthetic is dark, puzzles are intuitive and
  23. Jul 14, 2020
    10
    I don't know how to comment that. This game is beautiful and has interesting story
  24. Sep 21, 2020
    9
    Really liked the art style and the sound was well done, although I thought the booms got a little too loud sometimes, particularly when dogs were chasing you. Nonetheless, I liked that this one had a world you could learn about a little more easily than Limbo, and that added a lot to my personal interest in the game.

    The puzzles were a better level of difficulty than Limbo as well, more
    Really liked the art style and the sound was well done, although I thought the booms got a little too loud sometimes, particularly when dogs were chasing you. Nonetheless, I liked that this one had a world you could learn about a little more easily than Limbo, and that added a lot to my personal interest in the game.

    The puzzles were a better level of difficulty than Limbo as well, more manageable, not quite as difficult. That is a positive in my book. I liked not having to sift through a walkthrough for this one (except once).

    Tell you the truth, this would be a 10 from me if it wasn’t so expensive. $20 is too much for this short of a game. But other than that, if you buy it on sale, it’s well worth the money.
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  25. Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Truly a strange, misterious and captivating game. Right on the start i loved the art style and ominous enviroment. Fun puzzel levels and a great story told in a very subtle way. One of the best indies i've ever played to this day. Personally Playdead's best work so far. Truly a must-play
  26. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    INSIDE is already a classic puzzle platformer. The story is captivating. the graphics are awesome. The Audio design is great. The puzzles are fun.
  27. Aug 13, 2020
    10
    One of the most intriguing things (be it movies, tv or games) out there.

    If you like ambiguous story telling like David Lynch or Andrei Tarkovsky, play this.

    Roger Ebert once famously said that games can never be art and this makes me want to dig him up from his grave and bring him back alive just to prove him wrong.
  28. Oct 6, 2020
    9
    Great Game! The last act of the game kind of weirded me out. But still a solid game
  29. May 23, 2021
    7
    Simple gameplay mechanics, intuitive level designs, puzzles that are good but not overwhelming, game that's short and sweet.

    Pro's: - Game time is a big plus and around 5-6 hours. It's a good game to play over the weekend or to relax after the work hours. - Puzzles are good but not too unintuitive. I hate those games where you need to go to Youtube to solve the puzzles. I'm not at all
    Simple gameplay mechanics, intuitive level designs, puzzles that are good but not overwhelming, game that's short and sweet.

    Pro's:
    - Game time is a big plus and around 5-6 hours. It's a good game to play over the weekend or to relax after the work hours.
    - Puzzles are good but not too unintuitive. I hate those games where you need to go to Youtube to solve the puzzles. I'm not at all a fan of puzzles in games and glad to see that the puzzles in this game aren't troublesome but simple and sweet.

    Cons:
    points taken away for the two things mentioned below:
    - Two points taken away for the weird ending. Why spoil such a good game with it's weird ending? There's no necessity to make endings awkward to make them dramatic and unique. I personally felt that this ending is neither great nor dramatic but just unnecessary and a big minus to the game.
    - Level design is more monotonous compared to other similar games like Little Nightmares. Of course, Little Nightmares came a year after this game. So, they had time to improvise? May be?
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  30. Sep 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game has a lot more of a story compared to LIMBO. I thought about it for a long time after completing it. It does a great job of communicating the story through visuals. There are even some secrets in the game that add another layer to the ending.

    The graphics are unique and sound design is excellent. Underwater segments are used creatively and aren't annoying.

    My only complaint is that the difficulty is lacking compared to LIMBO, making for a quick playthrough. The difficulty spiked in the middle of the game, but it never really developed throughout the entire game.
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  31. Dec 21, 2022
    8
    Inside is a 3-4 hour long indie horror/puzzle game with a mysterious story told not through dialogue but rather through its environment. The art style is amazing, the puzzles are simple yet witty.
  32. Jul 21, 2020
    8
    Really disturbing. Feels like Limbo updated. Especially the ending freaked me out.
  33. Jun 12, 2022
    8
    Inside, das Nachfolge Projekt von Limbo Entwickler Playdead Games, knüpft stilistisch und spielerisch genau dort an, wo Limbo aufgehört hat. Das heißt atmosphärisches, narratives Puzzle Plattforming, das vor allem durch seine Ästhetik und sein dystopisches Setting begeistert. Neben den spielerischen Qualitäten, die Playdeads neuer Titel freilich aufbietet, ist es vor allem die beklemmende,Inside, das Nachfolge Projekt von Limbo Entwickler Playdead Games, knüpft stilistisch und spielerisch genau dort an, wo Limbo aufgehört hat. Das heißt atmosphärisches, narratives Puzzle Plattforming, das vor allem durch seine Ästhetik und sein dystopisches Setting begeistert. Neben den spielerischen Qualitäten, die Playdeads neuer Titel freilich aufbietet, ist es vor allem die beklemmende, dystopische Atmosphäre, die Inside von anderen Vertretern des Genres abhebt. Ähnlich wie in Little Nightmares, bedient Inside Fluchtinstinkt als auch Neugier des Spielers gleichermaßen. Fühlt man sich streckenweise wie in einem Survival Horror Game, ist man im nächsten Abschnitt wieder fasziniert, was einem die Umgebung und das Environment über die Welt von Inside nach und nach erzählen will. Gerade diese subtile Erzählweise, ganz ohne Dialoge und klarer Worte, macht zu weiten Teilen die Faszination des Titels aus. Dass das Spiel zudem größtenteils hervorragend konzipierte Puzzles bietet, und dabei nur selten das Bestehen frustiger Try and Error Geschicklichkeitseinlagen fordert, macht Playdeads bisher bestes Spiel zu einem echten Highlight, das Fans des Genres in keinem Fall verpassen sollten. Expand
  34. Mar 6, 2021
    9
    In terms of intrigue, art direction, lighting, sound, control of the emotional responses intended, originality, creepiness, storytelling, subtlety, animation....every single one of those points is perfect.
    It’s not quite a 10 as it doesn’t really take the actual gameplay to anything higher than very neat and well planned. But it’s a meticulously perfect 9, if that makes sense.
  35. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Good game!!!!!!!! Good game!!!!!!!! Good game!!!!!!!! Good game!!!!!!!! Good game!!!!!!!!
  36. Nov 12, 2020
    8
    Inside is a game that everyone should get. Although the story is short, the puzzles are a bit too easy, and the story is a bit too ambiguous unless you look it up online . It’s still a great time, personally this game is like comfort food, it’s enjoyable not incredible but something that you’ll definitely like. From the soundtrack, to the sound design, to the overall aesthetic this gameInside is a game that everyone should get. Although the story is short, the puzzles are a bit too easy, and the story is a bit too ambiguous unless you look it up online . It’s still a great time, personally this game is like comfort food, it’s enjoyable not incredible but something that you’ll definitely like. From the soundtrack, to the sound design, to the overall aesthetic this game really sucks you in. The post futuristic near post apocalyptic setting really adds to the overall feel of this game, with memorable moments like the shockwave section or the monster escape section, it really does have moments that shine. Definitely go out and buy this it’s worth the money Expand
  37. Apr 18, 2023
    8
    I cannot wait for the next game of Playdead. I enjoyed both Limbo and Inside. This game is really dark with a weird story and setting.
  38. Aug 9, 2021
    7
    Very good game. Not a masterpiece, but a very good and short (3.5 hours) game.
  39. Aug 21, 2020
    9
    INSIDE è senza ombra di dubbio il miglior gioco indie a cui abbia mai giocato, nonché uno dei migliori platform della storia.

    Il gameplay è intuitivo e minimalista; la storia viene raccontata senza l'utilizzo di una sola linea di testo e lascia spazio all'interpretazione del giocatore; la musica e gli effetti sonori sono evocativi. Tutto è incastrato in modo da formare un'opera
    INSIDE è senza ombra di dubbio il miglior gioco indie a cui abbia mai giocato, nonché uno dei migliori platform della storia.

    Il gameplay è intuitivo e minimalista; la storia viene raccontata senza l'utilizzo di una sola linea di testo e lascia spazio all'interpretazione del giocatore; la musica e gli effetti sonori sono evocativi. Tutto è incastrato in modo da formare un'opera dall'atmosfera dark distopica praticamente perfetta.

    Il mercato ha bisogno come il pane d titoli come questi, giochi che insieme ad Ico e The Journey elevano il medium videoludico ad opera d'arte.
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  40. Jun 2, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de puzzle que já vi. A ambientação sombria funciona muito bem.

    Nesse tipo de jogo é necessário interpretação para entender a história e por isso existem várias teorias sobre ela.
  41. Mar 1, 2021
    9
    Это просто фантастическая игра, атмосфера ужаса держит в напряжении, визуальный ряд и музыка - просто фантастические (музыка делает половину атмосферы). Повествование у игры - намного лучше, чем у Лимбо. В целом , игру можно назвать шедевром. Халфа 3 , которую мы заслужили.Это просто фантастическая игра, атмосфера ужаса держит в напряжении, визуальный ряд и музыка - просто фантастические (музыка делает половину атмосферы). Повествование у игры - намного лучше, чем у Лимбо. В целом , игру можно назвать шедевром. Халфа 3 , которую мы заслужили.
  42. Jun 23, 2021
    10
    Very beautiful game ! Highly recommended for every player out there , Very decent gameplay , took me 6hrs to finish , Gr8 Puzzles for your Brain
  43. Nov 17, 2022
    9
    Menudo regalazo de juego, se lo recomendaría a todo el mundo. Un ejemplo de cómo hacer un indie.
  44. Mar 25, 2021
    6
    Игра такая же не понятная ка и Limbo какие то зомби нет ни слова о них как они появились. Пацан почему то от всех убегает хотя видно что он более менее нормальный! Люди которые хотят его убить зачем?
  45. Nov 15, 2020
    10
    One of best games i have played. Could return to it...just to feel it again. Mood, story, graphics and music. All perfectly combined.
  46. Nov 21, 2020
    9
    Playdead took all the best parts of Limbo and smacked them together, while leaving (for the most part) the bad behind. Inside offers an harrowing experience like no other platforming game has. You play as a young boy who begins the game fleeing from armed guards into a forest. If I say anymore, it's not worth playing. You must run and solve puzzles throughout the course of the game, whichPlaydead took all the best parts of Limbo and smacked them together, while leaving (for the most part) the bad behind. Inside offers an harrowing experience like no other platforming game has. You play as a young boy who begins the game fleeing from armed guards into a forest. If I say anymore, it's not worth playing. You must run and solve puzzles throughout the course of the game, which won't take you probably that long, due to the game being only about 3 to 4 hours long. Don't let that playtime though put you down, 4 hours of a good game is better than 4 hours of fun in a 20+ hour game. There was a few moments where the trial and error moments got out of hand, but that shouldn't scare you off from what I don't just consider one of the best games of 2016, or one of the best games of the 2010s, but I consider it to be one of the best games of all time. Expand
  47. Dec 1, 2020
    10
    One of the most profound gaming experiences of my life. Everything about it is quite simply incredible. The art direction, the use of light and shadow, the audio and the underscored musical cues are absolutely breathtaking. But above all is the ability to tell a story without any dialogue. It's a grownup game. A platformer made for adults and it doesn't treat it's audience with contempt. IOne of the most profound gaming experiences of my life. Everything about it is quite simply incredible. The art direction, the use of light and shadow, the audio and the underscored musical cues are absolutely breathtaking. But above all is the ability to tell a story without any dialogue. It's a grownup game. A platformer made for adults and it doesn't treat it's audience with contempt. I haven't stopped thinking about it for days since completion. Expand
  48. Jul 14, 2021
    9
    Al añadir muchas más mecánicas que en su predecesor, añade u muy buen plus, por consiguiente, hace que este juego sea mucho más sólido que Limbo.
    No es tan fácil de deducir el tema en cuestión, sobre qué trata Inside, todo lo contrario que Limbo, que te lo decía su propio nombre. Pero en general, me flipa este videojuego.
    El relato es maravilloso, te deja que interpretes, y aunque no lo
    Al añadir muchas más mecánicas que en su predecesor, añade u muy buen plus, por consiguiente, hace que este juego sea mucho más sólido que Limbo.
    No es tan fácil de deducir el tema en cuestión, sobre qué trata Inside, todo lo contrario que Limbo, que te lo decía su propio nombre. Pero en general, me flipa este videojuego.
    El relato es maravilloso, te deja que interpretes, y aunque no lo llegues a entender en la primera pasada, como es mi caso, puede llegar incluso a emocionarte.
    Cosas buenas: Muy valiente, equilibrado en puzzles y plataformas, está genialmente planteado, con muchos detalles, y la narrativa es muy buena.
    Cosas malas: Se te hace bastante cortillo, porque lo disfrutas un montón, y no vale para todos los géneros, es bastante nicho.
    Conclusión: Muy recomendado si te gustan este estilo de juegos, al fin y al cabo, es una ida de olla de PlayDead, la desarrolladora, pero es muy disfrutable, muy crítica, y os lo recomiendo totalmente.
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  49. Jan 11, 2021
    6
    oynanış deneyimi çok ham kendimi oynarmış gibi hissetmiyorum keşke herkesin sevdiği gibi sevebilseydim
  50. Jun 7, 2021
    10
    A perfectly paced experienced that is as beautiful as it is thought provoking. There is nothing like it and I would recommend this to everyone. There isn't a better case to be found for games as an art form.
  51. Aug 21, 2021
    10
    So many year waiting to play this masterpiece . I would like to play INSIDE while I am completely Alone and disappointed.
    Notwithstanding of most reviews, I got a certain message from playdead studio:
    “Hope”
    What so creative!
    What so deep!
  52. Oct 24, 2021
    8
    Great Game! The last act of the game kind of weirded me out. But still a solid game
  53. Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Отличная игра с необычным и пугающим сюжетом. Порой заставляет задуматься, не так проста в прохождении
  54. Sep 25, 2022
    8
    Bel puzzle-platform.
    Enigmi interessanti (difficoltà di livello medio, mi sarebbe piaciuto quache enigma più complesso), ambientazione e trama particolari.
    Longevole il giusto.
  55. May 7, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. Genius design and art directory. Want to play again after some time.
  56. Nov 5, 2021
    7
    Falo como um simplório homem com experiência que obviamente preferia ser uma criança castrada e reclamona.
  57. Aug 19, 2023
    8
    a well done indie game i played and enjoyed every moment of this game
    have a good and thoughtful story
  58. Dec 27, 2021
    9
    Ein atmosphärisches Meisterwerk. Es wird eine Dystopie gezeichnet, die vom düsteren Verlauf der Handlung im schockierende Finale kumuliert, was als eines der besten aller Zeiten gelten werden sollte. Ein innovativer Schocker, der lange im Gedächtnis bleiben wird (9/10).
  59. Jan 27, 2022
    10
    Amazing artwork. A very, very beautiful and intriguing game. You may not get what's going on but you will keep on wanting to play it.
  60. Feb 14, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game with amzing flow, puzzled aren't to hard but just challenging enough and hidden lore that keeps you scratching your head, I loved this game and is definitely replayable.
  61. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Brillant!
    Creative!
    What a trip!!!
    Thx to the team & producer!
    When comes the new production ??? ;)
  62. Feb 27, 2022
    10
    masterpiece great game good gameplay good graphics interesting story i want see more inside games .
  63. Feb 27, 2022
    9
    masterpiece great game good gameplay good graphics interesting story i want see more inside games .
  64. Mar 16, 2022
    8
    A scary, goofy, and fun puzzle platformer and good sequel to LIMBO. It's pretty short but dense.
  65. Jun 7, 2023
    8
    Inside should be the gold standard for wordless storytelling. Every environment and detail feels intentional, the puzzles are challenging enough to emit the feeling of accomplishment when figured out, and the soundtrack brings it all together for a well-revered puzzle platforming classic.
  66. May 3, 2022
    7
    This game visually is a masterpiece. So unique with excellent visuals and amazing situations the player is placed in. Some frustrating puzzles which dramatically halt the pacing of the game. A lot of the puzzles require waiting which can become boring.
  67. Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Игра очень интересная и классная, хороший геймплей сюжет интригует, отличная механика бега и игры. Лучшая игра мира. Обожаю INSIDE это топ. 10/10 Заберите мои деньги
  68. Jul 22, 2023
    8
    Great game and atmosphere! Sometimes it becomes even creepy, which I like!
    The puzzles were also interesting.
    The only negative was that it could be a bit longer.
  69. Aug 6, 2022
    8
    This game was very good and kept me on the edge of my seat, I look forward to playing more games made by these devs.
  70. Aug 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. That's a good game and you have to try it. Expand
  71. Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Inside é um ótimo exemplo de como jogos de plataforma podem ter uma importância muito maior do que a atual. Com a estética 2.5D, em que os cenários são todos em 3D mas você só pode interagir com eles pelo caminho pré-definido, a simplicidade dos elementos apresentados e a lógica simples, mas poderosa, por trás dos puzzles trazem uma aventura de enorme peso e qualidade. Um "must-play" comoInside é um ótimo exemplo de como jogos de plataforma podem ter uma importância muito maior do que a atual. Com a estética 2.5D, em que os cenários são todos em 3D mas você só pode interagir com eles pelo caminho pré-definido, a simplicidade dos elementos apresentados e a lógica simples, mas poderosa, por trás dos puzzles trazem uma aventura de enorme peso e qualidade. Um "must-play" como dizem. Expand
  72. Jun 12, 2023
    8
    INSIDE THE BRAIN’S PUZZLE

    BEFORE WE START: Inside is a Puzzle-Platform video game developed by Playdead and published on June 29, 2016. The game was completed 100% on Xbox Series X. BREAKING IN: Inside is an extremely linear title based on silent storytelling through the game's continuous animated backgrounds. The early gameplay stages do not differ much from what the player will
    INSIDE THE BRAIN’S PUZZLE

    BEFORE WE START:
    Inside is a Puzzle-Platform video game developed by Playdead and published on June 29, 2016. The game was completed 100% on Xbox Series X.

    BREAKING IN:
    Inside is an extremely linear title based on silent storytelling through the game's continuous animated backgrounds. The early gameplay stages do not differ much from what the player will encounter throughout the entirety of the story, allowing them to face any adversity from the beginning. Most of the mechanics are highly intuitive, thanks to the simplicity of the usable buttons, the jump and the grab. The dark and macabre setting of the story is easily discernible from the initial deaths, which are quite easy to come across due to the non-trivial difficulty of this title.

    OUT OF BODY EXPERIENCE:
    As mentioned earlier, with limited interaction buttons, Inside focuses on the complexity of its puzzles, which are almost always distinct from one another but interconnected enough to prevent the player from feeling disoriented. Some sections of the game are quite challenging to overcome without experiencing fatalities, but as it relies partially on trial and error, they never become frustrating or predictable, aided by a multitude of death animations. As the title suggests, the mechanic on which many puzzles revolve is the ability to control other humanoids by entering their bodies, utilized for both platforming sections and structured puzzles. In addition to the extremely linear story, there are several collectibles that lead to highly crafted secondary areas.

    FADING TO BLACK:
    Graphically, Inside blends a minimalistic style, employing flat colors and graphics, with a 3D approach characterized by a pronounced depth of field and rich details. The story is entirely conveyed through events in the background or foreground, with people interacting with the game environment or the player themselves, often pursuing them to capture. The background, therefore, is not merely a passive element to observe but always interactive with the current gameplay situation the player is trying to complete.

    THAT BARK:
    The audio component is relatively straightforward, with background soundtracks suitable for each passage.

    BUT WHY 8?

    PROS:
    The extreme simplicity of Inside is one of its defining characteristics, making it a relaxing and fast-paced game to play. Furthermore, the puzzles are never predictable or boring, nor too difficult or frustrating. Additionally, the story is as simple as it is effective.

    CONS:
    The lack of a noteworthy soundtrack is a significant drawback for such an authorial game, making certain areas feel rather bare and playable without audio with few issues and shortcomings. Additionally, at times, the game feels too linear, with levels that give a sense of déjà vu.

    RATINGS:
    Gameplay: 8.5
    Music: 7
    Story: 7
    Puzzles: 8.5
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  73. Nov 15, 2022
    9
    I will not compare it with limbo. A masterpiece of both. Inside was a nice experience for me. I was not bored for a single second. One of the best of its kind.
  74. Dec 5, 2022
    9
    Great atmosphere, builds on its predecessor. Definitely need to replay some day
  75. Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  76. Jan 8, 2023
    10
    This is not just a game, it‘s an interactive experience full of amazing film, sound, puzzles, and storytelling.
  77. Apr 25, 2023
    9
    Excelente, o único defeito é ser muito curto. Puzzles interessantes. Ambientação muito boa.
  78. Feb 14, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A big improvement over Limbo, with some very clever puzzle design. Who knew (mostly) one-dimension levels could be so fun!

    In fact the one thing I wanted most from Limbo, a secret alternative ending, is in this game. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to unlock it yet, lol.
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  79. May 12, 2023
    7
    i love this game it has great story and is very enjoyable but the gameplay can be difficult at times 7/10
  80. Jun 9, 2023
    8
    Great game some puzzles took me a while to solve, hiding from people is surprisingly fun. Unfortunately i found the ending to be a bit lackluster, however this did not take away from the overall experience.
  81. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Uns do melhores JG Indie que já joguei, visualmente muito bonito, pega tudo de limbo e melhora, com uma lore incrível e emocionante.
  82. Jul 9, 2023
    10
    It is a 3D arted and 2.5D playable platformer game. All parts have great unique riddles, exciting incredible goosebumping actions and flawless simple gameplay. Do you need another thing for a game? Then should do it yourself. The ending is not took me so much but I don't give a thing.
  83. Jul 1, 2023
    9
    Its an art really i love it.................................................
Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. 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. Sep 15, 2016
    90
    An awesome puzzle game with a fascinating style and a dark, but intriguing storyline. Fans of Limbo shouldn't hesitate.