Oddworld: Soulstorm

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 51
  3. Negative: 5 out of 51
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  1. PLAY
    May 4, 2021
    40
    Better to look at than to play, it feels mechanically soulless. We’d rather boot up the original, which tells you something has gone wrong here. [Issue#1, p.78]
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  2. Het Nieuwsblad
    Apr 28, 2021
    40
    In Oddworld: Soulstorm, a reimagining of the 1998 PS1-classic Abe's Exodus, you play as Abe, a friendly do-gooder who reluctantly becomes some sort of messiah after freeing an enslaved people from their industrial overlords. The story could be read as a criticism of neoliberalism, religious fanaticism and is heavy on themes such as environmentalism and capitalism gone wild. Very relevant. Alas the gameplay doesn’t follow suit.
  3. Gamer.no
    Apr 14, 2021
    40
    Oddworld: Soulstorm seems dated. With everything from the controls and AI, and lack of variation, this is an uneven experience.
  5. Push Square
    Apr 9, 2021
    40
    Oddworld: Soulstorm presents itself well and shows a grand vision for the series, but as a modern game in 2021, it's just not where it needs to be. It can be extremely awkward to pull off even basic manoeuvres, some new features miss the mark, and certain levels made us want to quit altogether. Bugs exacerbate some of the gameplay frustrations with wonky AI, and ultimately the play experience can be frustratingly rigid. Fans will love this reimagining of a classic, and the franchise's unique charm shines through, but it's a tough sell for anyone coming to the series fresh.
  6. GameSkinny
    Apr 13, 2021
    30
    This flashy remake of Abe's sequel is gorgeous to look at, but it rarely captures the excitement or feeling of the Oddworld forebears.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Apr 12, 2021
    Oddworld: Soulstorm is a great reimagining of what Abe’s Exoddus once was, has brought a renewed experience to the new generation of consoles that stays true to its ideas. Sadly, it also brings with it its biggest flaws, pacing is still a problem, with sections that can become tedious due to imprecise handling and some glitches. Despite this, the incorporation of the object creation system, its 2.9D technology and the polishing carried out in the singing mechanics makes Soulstorm a good title within the saga, a saga that is still not for everyone.

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 270 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 137 out of 270
  2. Mixed: 50 out of 270
  3. Negative: 83 out of 270
  1. JD27
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    It´s a fantastic videogame, you can find a lot of puzzles and a fantastic story which will make you feel a satisfaction complete it
  2. flavioxiv
    Apr 7, 2021
    9
    Amazing graphics and worth improvements in its classic gameplay mechanics. Soulstorm really is an evolution on it's predecessors and a loveAmazing graphics and worth improvements in its classic gameplay mechanics. Soulstorm really is an evolution on it's predecessors and a love letter as well. Loved it.… Full Review »
  3. Movli
    Apr 8, 2021
    3
    Oddworld have lost their identity with bad 3D graphics, clumsy controlls and horrendous looting system nobody asked for. The original 98Oddworld have lost their identity with bad 3D graphics, clumsy controlls and horrendous looting system nobody asked for. The original 98 exoddus was a masterpiece with handpainted levels and great controlls once you learned them. why are they taking a step backwards to create such a boring and lifeless game? Why is the 98 exoddus more advanced and original than 2021 soulstorm? Where is the puzzle solving with the sligs? where is the paramites and scrabs? where is the handpainted backgrounds and levels? Why is abe more responsive in a 98 game? Where is the artsyle? Where is the beautiful music? The list goes on and on.. Just go back to your roots Oddworld. Exoddus will never be outdated.… Full Review »
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