Outer Wilds

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 268 Ratings

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  1. Matvi
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Un gioco stupendo, il mio preferito.
    La trama è un cosa incredibile, ma la soundtrack una delle più belle di sempre
  2. Akc018
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    It's a masterpiece, my favorite game of all time.

    It's definitely a unique game, this is the only game I know of that blocked the game progression completely on player knowledge and nothing else in game. Through exploration we find how its universe works pieces by pieces and that knowledge teaches us new possibilities to try out and help progress the game. The sheer surprise and    It's a masterpiece, my favorite game of all time.

    It's definitely a unique game, this is the only game I know of that blocked the game progression completely on player knowledge and nothing else in game. Through exploration we find how its universe works pieces by pieces and that knowledge teaches us new possibilities to try out and help progress the game. The sheer surprise and excitement given in this process is unparalleled by any other game I've played in all these years.

    Obviously spoilers are the biggest enemy of this. It's better to get into the world completely blind.

    It may not appeal to everyone, but if you like explorations I'd highly recommend this game. If you feel a bit lost at the beginning, give it a few hours and the universe should unfold enough to capture you.    … Expand
  3. Black_flash
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    This game is one of if not The best game i have played and each time i watch it from another person's playthrough it just gets even better. Everything from the atmosphere, planets, NPC's, and mind blowing discoveries make this game increadible if you're having second thought about playing this game Don't you will not regret it and it's even on ps plus so theres that
  4. Mamarco13
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    De los mejores juegos que he jugado si no el mejor.
    Recomiendo jugar a este juego sabiendo lo mínimo posible; y dejar volar tu imaginacón, perderte y explorar por el espacio. Es un mundo distinmto, vivo independientemente de lo que haga el jugador.
    Eso sí, tienes que jugarlo sin prisa ni ansiedad ninguna, solo ganas de disfrutar y explorar.
    Recomendablísimo 10/10
  5. puchinho
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores juego de la historia para mi.
    Fanático del espacio y científico de profesión, me parece increíble la calidad de este juego en cuanto a la exploración y al misterio que ofrece.
    Que siente uno cuando se va de su casa? pues quizás lo que se siente cuando suenan las primeras notas mientras despegas por primera vez y te vas de tu planeta. No puedo decir mucho más de    Uno de los mejores juego de la historia para mi.
    Fanático del espacio y científico de profesión, me parece increíble la calidad de este juego en cuanto a la exploración y al misterio que ofrece.

    Que siente uno cuando se va de su casa? pues quizás lo que se siente cuando suenan las primeras notas mientras despegas por primera vez y te vas de tu planeta.

    No puedo decir mucho más de este juego porque es perfecto.    … Expand
  6. RagerM
    Jun 18, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo entra facilmente nos top 5 melhores jogos que já joguei. Não encontrei nenhum bug que seja realmente péssimo para minha imersão e jogabilidade, o que é impressionante para um jogo tão complexo e que pode ser facilmente, infestado de bugs indesejáveis. Se você gosta de exploração, principalmente espacial, e de puzzles bem elaborados, esse jogo é para você. E vai por mim, vale aEsse jogo entra facilmente nos top 5 melhores jogos que já joguei. Não encontrei nenhum bug que seja realmente péssimo para minha imersão e jogabilidade, o que é impressionante para um jogo tão complexo e que pode ser facilmente, infestado de bugs indesejáveis. Se você gosta de exploração, principalmente espacial, e de puzzles bem elaborados, esse jogo é para você. E vai por mim, vale a pena.… Expand
  7. Sigismund
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    A lot of wow moments. Trill of exploration like im 10ys old playing minecraft for the first time. 10/10 Eventhough the moving trees tried to yeet my ship.
  8. yolo004
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    I can assure you this game isn't like anything you've played before; really a breath of fresh air. The game mechanics and physics are spot on, the way the story unfolds is pretty creative and gives you a lot of liberty with the way you want to discover it (and it will probably leave you with teary eyes by the end), the visuals are nice and even though the map is huge and a lot of places inI can assure you this game isn't like anything you've played before; really a breath of fresh air. The game mechanics and physics are spot on, the way the story unfolds is pretty creative and gives you a lot of liberty with the way you want to discover it (and it will probably leave you with teary eyes by the end), the visuals are nice and even though the map is huge and a lot of places in it have complex mechanics, I can't recall experiencing any glitches in my whole run which is rare for games these days... Playing this game is an experience I highly recommend for anyone!… Expand
  9. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Perfect game. Soundtrack is unforgettable. Controls take a little getting used to, I actually put the game down after a few hours because I didn't like them. I came back to it weeks later and adjusted much faster, and once you get used to them they feel smooth and responsive. The puzzle-box nature of the game where youre pulling at all these different threads of the mystery is novel andPerfect game. Soundtrack is unforgettable. Controls take a little getting used to, I actually put the game down after a few hours because I didn't like them. I came back to it weeks later and adjusted much faster, and once you get used to them they feel smooth and responsive. The puzzle-box nature of the game where youre pulling at all these different threads of the mystery is novel and engaging. Solving the mystery is rewarding and emotional. Only flaw is the quantum moon drags a bit and the game is figuratively impossible to replay.… Expand
  10. vincenzocosmo
    May 25, 2023
    8
    Outer Wilds is a phenomenal game that offers a captivating and thought-provoking adventure. Prepare to be mesmerized by the incredible spatial experience this game offers, accompanied by a fantastic soundtrack that elevates the entire journey.
  11. Der_Barmherzige
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Understanding how physics work, I had no issue with the controlls. This game had a deep impact on my soul. A must play!
  12. Peon
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Un superbe jeu, puzzle game qui cherche a faire découvrir une période passée via un traducteur
  13. 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
  14. 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.
  15. Photomodepurist
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    The absolute best game I have ever played, without exaggeration or hyperbole. It touches emotions and captures feelings that no other game I’ve ever played has even thought about. Hell, no movie or book has made me feel the way this game has either. It’s an absolutely monumental achievement of game design, writing and music all operating in absolute harmony. A once in a generation, orThe absolute best game I have ever played, without exaggeration or hyperbole. It touches emotions and captures feelings that no other game I’ve ever played has even thought about. Hell, no movie or book has made me feel the way this game has either. It’s an absolutely monumental achievement of game design, writing and music all operating in absolute harmony. A once in a generation, or perhaps even once in a lifetime game. I’ve played the Metal Gear Solid series, Halo, Shadow of the Colossus, Dark Souls - all the classics, and nothing comes close. Not only has playing this changed how I think about video games, but has affected my outlook on life in a very profound way. Stop reading this and play it, I cannot put words to the height of my praise for this game.… Expand
  16. AlvaroK95
    Oct 4, 2022
    10
    No solo es una obra maestra, sino que es ÚNICO. No te informes sobre nada del juego, pues cuanto menos sepas más lo disfrutarás, ya que se basa en la exploración y el descubrimiento.
  17. HILUX
    Oct 1, 2022
    10
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  18. 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
  19. MrCatacular
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
    I highly recommend this game simply because of how it is able to effectively capture and evoke feelings of awe and wonder that come from discovery, which few other games are capable of. The game is diverse and each discovery gives the player the feeling of joy which comes from solving a puzzle and makes the player feel like they have a greater understanding of the lore and world as aI highly recommend this game simply because of how it is able to effectively capture and evoke feelings of awe and wonder that come from discovery, which few other games are capable of. The game is diverse and each discovery gives the player the feeling of joy which comes from solving a puzzle and makes the player feel like they have a greater understanding of the lore and world as a result. The only problem is that once you see the game and know what is happening, you probably aren’t likely to derive as much joy from playing the game as someone who goes in blind.… Expand
  20. Moderngamesucc
    Jun 30, 2022
    9
    Ohh Outer Wilds, in the void of crap games, you shine as a beacon. Take me home to the world of perfectly crafted mystery and exploration. One of the best games ever made, the DLC is absolutley unbelievable. Modern game design doesnt get better than this. Its a diamond in the very, very rough rough that we find ourselves in as modern day gamers in the hellscape
  21. Piriteraneo
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    I can't say how much i love this game. Its so freaking underrated. Left me hoping i could play it for the first time again,its the best game ever
  22. bhenriksson
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Absolutely incredible game! Give it time and enjoy the ride to find your own tempo/story! We’ve enjoyed with friends as a shared couch co-op puzzle. So gooood!!
  23. JackAttack42
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    Holy crap this game. I have never played anything like it. This game made me cry more than any other. The soundtrack, the game design, the ending are all perfect. 10/10 please play this game if you havent, and dont look up anything going in!!
  24. ReKflYer
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    - A rich, enthralling solar system to explore, with such varied planets and places that made me feel like the universe’s best archeologist.
    - A series of meticulously crafted puzzle mechanics and physics that interact with the player to pave the way for wild experimentation, not always successful, but always satisfying.
    - A soundtrack that literally could not be improved if you tried, it    - A rich, enthralling solar system to explore, with such varied planets and places that made me feel like the universe’s best archeologist.
    - A series of meticulously crafted puzzle mechanics and physics that interact with the player to pave the way for wild experimentation, not always successful, but always satisfying.
    - A soundtrack that literally could not be improved if you tried, it is PERFECT.
    - A story so well written and in such a bold, creative format that emboldened my sense of adventure that the game cultivates within you, leading you to discover things that will make you jump for joy or cry in earnest. The themes presented in Outer Wilds are ones of intense loneliness, inevitability’, and curiosity.

    Do not gloss over this game. It may not hold your hand like Pokemon does, but it will truly make you proud of your own achievements as an individual, because YOU landed there, YOU discovered that, YOU solved this. I have never experienced anything like it, and I doubt any other video game will touch me in the same way that Outer Wilds did. This game is a masterpiece, and may not be recognised as such, which is why I’m writing this review, to hopefully encourage someone to pick this game up on a whim and get completely and utterly lost in this game.    … Expand
  25. drlowdon
    Jan 23, 2022
    8
    Whilst preparing for their maiden flight, an alien space explorer inadvertently becomes ‘paired’ with a mysterious statue made by a now extinct race known as the Nomai. Shortly after launch the player then discovers they’re trapped in a time loop, and the only way to find out what’s going on is to explore the solar system.

    Outer Wilds offers almost no guidance on what you’re supposed to    Whilst preparing for their maiden flight, an alien space explorer inadvertently becomes ‘paired’ with a mysterious statue made by a now extinct race known as the Nomai. Shortly after launch the player then discovers they’re trapped in a time loop, and the only way to find out what’s going on is to explore the solar system.

    Outer Wilds offers almost no guidance on what you’re supposed to do, or where you’re supposed to go, and instead lets players head off in whatever direction they choose to discover the mysteries of the universe for themselves. This sort of lack of guidance can be a big issue in some games, but it works here because there always seems to be something interesting to discover whichever planet you choose to explore. Piecing together the history of the Nomai and the reason for the time loop makes for a truly rewarding gaming experience, and aside from a couple of obtuse puzzles towards the end of the game (I had to use a guide in the end), there is very little I could criticise this game for.    … Expand
  26. Rubje
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    If you want something new, something fresh, some great storytelling while delivering the best space exploration feeling in a game ever? Go play this game.
  27. Gamer1988
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    WOW - there are some real IDIOTS reviewing this game and downvoting it. Honestly one of the best games I've played. Can't say too much as really the best way to experience this game is to go in totally blind. It is so completely different to anything I have EVER played in my life. I went in not expecting much, but after an hour or so I had to keep going to uncover the mystery of itWOW - there are some real IDIOTS reviewing this game and downvoting it. Honestly one of the best games I've played. Can't say too much as really the best way to experience this game is to go in totally blind. It is so completely different to anything I have EVER played in my life. I went in not expecting much, but after an hour or so I had to keep going to uncover the mystery of it all. The locations are absolutely distinct from one another e.g. a planet with a black hole at its core, a planet that acts like an hour glass, a planet with tornados - it's all so amazing. People complaining about the 22 minute time loop - my god man, it's a core part pf the game/story, think about it for more than 5 seconds (or go and play COD or something else actually). It reminded me of a video game version of Interstellar.

    If you want to, the game is perfect for short bursts of gaming if you dont have a lot of time - due to the 22 minute time loop. There is actually one idiot in these reviews who has complained about this, saying they dont have time to lose all their progress every 22 minutes - YOU DONT LOSE ANYTHING YOU DAMN FOOL.

    When you finally uncover all of the mystery it all comes together in such wonderful story - and the way it is told is incredible.

    And that soundtrack...oh my, just amazing.

    Do yourself a huge favour and pick it up, and prepare to be blown away/swept away by it.

    The one bad thing about this game? I can't erase my memory and do it all again - I'm jealous of anyone going into this game fresh.

    I'm now playing through the DLC which is just as good as/if not better than the base game.

    If you're into sci-fi/story telling - this is a MUST for you.    … Expand
  28. OZONA
    Oct 24, 2021
    10
    Anyone who doesn’t think that this is the best game ever can fight me. (Review is supposed to be 75 characters)
  29. tommydlbass
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    One of the most original games I have ever played, and one of the most frustrating too. Is a masterpiece but the gameplay and performance of this game on a slim ps4 makes it difficult to put it higher. The story is really good and the surprises this game gives to the player sadly lost enchants after a few hours playing it and doing the same thing over and over. Overall is a game that youOne of the most original games I have ever played, and one of the most frustrating too. Is a masterpiece but the gameplay and performance of this game on a slim ps4 makes it difficult to put it higher. The story is really good and the surprises this game gives to the player sadly lost enchants after a few hours playing it and doing the same thing over and over. Overall is a game that you have to play if you like art and is a worth story to experience. Don't expect a shooting space game because this is not what it is.… Expand
  30. miguevindiano
    Aug 30, 2021
    8
    The game has several problems because of its budget. The textures have issues loading, there are some things in the story it's nearly impossible to discover without a guide, there should be more interaction with NPCs. However, this is one of my favourite games and there isn't any other one that has made me feel this way. The music and gameplay made me feel I was up there, the mechanics areThe game has several problems because of its budget. The textures have issues loading, there are some things in the story it's nearly impossible to discover without a guide, there should be more interaction with NPCs. However, this is one of my favourite games and there isn't any other one that has made me feel this way. The music and gameplay made me feel I was up there, the mechanics are original and the rumors system is great. I'm unpatiently waiting the DLC.… Expand
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82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 18, 2019
    90
    Whether you want to play explorer, detective, or Bill Murray, Outer Wilds has you covered. We’ll say it again: one of the best games you’ll play this year. [Issue#169, p.93]
  2. Push Square
    Nov 2, 2019
    70
    This is a game that presents itself in a unique way, and trusts you to put together its compelling mystery without assistance.
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  3. COGconnected
    Oct 29, 2019
    76
    In the end, Outer Wilds is all about exploring a mysterious solar system and finding out its secrets. I had a fun time flying around in space and it’s good for the gaming industry as a whole to have an adventure game like this that’s about exploring a world without having to shoot or fight enemies. However, Outer Wilds doesn’t do a great job at guiding players. Instead, you are left aimlessly exploring until you figure out what to do next.
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