GRIS

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 356 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 290 out of 356
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 356
  3. Negative: 27 out of 356
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  1. SalvationA
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Это апогей визуального дизайна. Настолько всё шедеврально красиво и гармонично, что просто выпадает челюсть.
    Conrad Roset - главный художник и креативный дизайнер игры, впервые за мой довольно большой игровой опыт смог меня настолько удивить и обескуражить.
    P.S Также отдельное спасибо Nomada Studio и всей её команде.    Это апогей визуального дизайна. Настолько всё шедеврально красиво и гармонично, что просто выпадает челюсть.
    Conrad Roset - главный художник и креативный дизайнер игры, впервые за мой довольно большой игровой опыт смог меня настолько удивить и обескуражить.

    P.S Также отдельное спасибо Nomada Studio и всей её команде.
  2. ADIct
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece! One of the most moving experiences in games. Looks amazing on my switch.
    Totally recommended!
  3. skittledubz
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    Artistically speaking it's the best game I've ever played and I've played hundreds of games! Artistically, aurally and mechanically superb. The level design is so well thought-out you never feel lost, frustrated or bored. Such amazing difference in kind which all fit perfectly with the theme so the game always feels fresh and exciting. I honestly think everybody who cares about games as anArtistically speaking it's the best game I've ever played and I've played hundreds of games! Artistically, aurally and mechanically superb. The level design is so well thought-out you never feel lost, frustrated or bored. Such amazing difference in kind which all fit perfectly with the theme so the game always feels fresh and exciting. I honestly think everybody who cares about games as an art-form needs to play and learn from this amazing title. I hope it does very well and we get more games like this in the future!… Expand
  4. n00b4eva
    May 16, 2019
    10
    I made an account just to rate this game and leave a review. Gris is an actual work of art. More than once, I found myself thinking what a privilege it was just to be able to play the game. It isn't an incredibly complicated, involved game, but it is an incredibly beautiful and emotional one. I wish there were more games like this.
  5. Jose_Benavides
    May 18, 2020
    10
    Apart from being gorgeous, this is just peaceful, no game gives me the sense of tranquility that Gris gives me. Yeah, the art is amazingly well done and the score is beautiful, but those complaining about this game not being a "game" won't ever see a video game other than a set of challenges set to the player, never allowing it to fully grow into its own medium. It is an experience thatApart from being gorgeous, this is just peaceful, no game gives me the sense of tranquility that Gris gives me. Yeah, the art is amazingly well done and the score is beautiful, but those complaining about this game not being a "game" won't ever see a video game other than a set of challenges set to the player, never allowing it to fully grow into its own medium. It is an experience that attempts to tell everything without words, and even in the simplicity of its story you can have the most wonderful 4 hours you can on this beautiful, underrated medium. Video-games can be so much much more, and this just made me realize it.… Expand
  6. besiegedparent
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    Jaw-droppingly beautiful platformer. Anyone who questions whether games can be art needs to experience this. It's emotionally evocative in a way that few games are -- and no less fun. The gameplay is simple yet engaging, filled with gentle surprises every step of the way. The music is as gorgeous as the animation. Love, love, love!
  7. arh3399
    Dec 14, 2019
    10
    This game is incredible. The art, the music, the emotion. Its phenomenal. The gameplay is that of a platform puzzle game. The whole journey is amazing. To get through the story is fairly quick, but there are a few collectibles along the way and a sort of in game achievement system to give you a little more to do. If you like art and music this is a must own.
  8. katiequark
    Jan 1, 2019
    10
    Gris is a beautifully surreal work of art. The prime example of wordless story telling with intuitive game-play and puzzles. You can really tell the thought that went into level design with subtle movements in the environment that lead you across the incredibly well animated world. I feel this shouldn't need to be a great achievement but everything shown on screen has a purpose. If youGris is a beautifully surreal work of art. The prime example of wordless story telling with intuitive game-play and puzzles. You can really tell the thought that went into level design with subtle movements in the environment that lead you across the incredibly well animated world. I feel this shouldn't need to be a great achievement but everything shown on screen has a purpose. If you are shown something that catches your eye it has a reason. Truly a great way to end of 2018.… Expand
  9. dugan
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game! The visuals are astounding. The music is subtle, but perfect for the game. The platforming is good and the puzzles are relatively easy. What you get this game for is the artwork and the unspoken but meaningful story. The only reason it is not a 10 is because the game is short. But length aside, this is a must have game it you appreciate art style in a game.
  10. thgorr
    Jan 10, 2019
    9
    A watercolor piece of art! Obviously inspired by the game Journey, it's an amazing game that tells a simple 'strugle' story about the protagonist all this wrapped by a world without colors and your 'mission' is bring them back.
  11. SamComedian
    Jan 20, 2019
    9
    Mi puntación sobre Gris es de 9, me explico;
    La duración se queda muy corta en mi opinión, es la única pega que le pongo, en mi caso 3h y 42min.
    Gráficamente un espectáculo visual, se nota que hay un esfuerzo detrás muy grande. Una historia triste pero a la vez llena de esperanza. Jugablemente muy divertido y dividido en fases. Echo por desarrolladores españoles. Y la banda sonora de las    Mi puntación sobre Gris es de 9, me explico;
    La duración se queda muy corta en mi opinión, es la única pega que le pongo, en mi caso 3h y 42min.
    Gráficamente un espectáculo visual, se nota que hay un esfuerzo detrás muy grande. Una historia triste pero a la vez llena de esperanza. Jugablemente muy divertido y dividido en fases. Echo por desarrolladores españoles. Y la banda sonora de las mejores que he oído en el mundo de los videojuegos. Ese computo hace que le ponga un 9 sobre 10 ( comparándolo con juegos de su plataforma, NSwitch y PC ). Mi cuarta crítica u/o review.    … Expand
  12. Nethwarang
    Jan 2, 2019
    10
    What a great games, this is a must buy for your nintendo switch, i haven´t play a game that great as journey til i played Gris. Those colors, shapes, music, drama, everything is perfect... thank you for this masterpiece.
  13. VG_maniac
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Audiovisual masterpiece. Style is unbelievably gorgeous. Music is too good for this world. We do not deserve this game. 11/10
  14. Tizen48
    Dec 18, 2018
    10
    GRID is the best game I've played lately! A wonderful plot, a graphic that rests on a watercolor, an amazing atmosphere and a hidden meaning of which one must think about.
  15. Goldenhand
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    I bought this game yesterday and been playing since then. Amazing game where you can chill out and go through chilling story , i do not know the ending yet. What I have seen so far is what makes me to play even more.
  16. Fractalcathedra
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    This game is literally the most beautiful piece of art I've ever experienced, I just beat it and highly recommend it. Its a very emotional and intense experience, and actually fun and relaxing too, and the music sounds like something from a Thom Yorke solo album. Kind of relaxing platformer/puzzler/walk through an art museum, pick this game up if you are a fan of beauty and wonder.
  17. AnEarthling
    Dec 16, 2018
    10
    This game is the very definition of a true hidden gem. It's a beautiful mastapiece. The art design, soundtrack, and story all flow together in harmony like a cool stream on a warm spring day. It has such a relaxing and interesting atmosphere that i didn't expect when i purchased this. Tell all your friends to play this game because it's truly worth it.
  18. thaesino
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    This game is for the Nintendo Switch, what "Journey" was for the PS3.

    It is an artistic and musical masterpiece, and it doesn't cheapen out on the side of puzzles either. By comparison, I had a lot more fun with this 2D work of art than I did with either Journey, Abzu, or even Rime. That being said, I understand it is not for everyone. But this is not to be confused with a    This game is for the Nintendo Switch, what "Journey" was for the PS3.

    It is an artistic and musical masterpiece, and it doesn't cheapen out on the side of puzzles either.

    By comparison, I had a lot more fun with this 2D work of art than I did with either Journey, Abzu, or even Rime.

    That being said, I understand it is not for everyone. But this is not to be confused with a walking-sim. There are puzzles in here and things to discover. And there is a story behind it all with a very lengthy extended metaphor which, by the look of some of the lower critic reviews, they did not seem to get. Like I said, this game isn't for everyone, even if that person is a critic. Which makes one wonder: why do some critics even bother reviewing genres they don't like to play? (Oh yeah... a paycheck).

    Anyway, if you love these kinds of games, buy at full price and support the studio (it is a debut game after all). And if you're on the fence about these things... then wait till it's $10 or something.    … Expand
  19. Psychopc
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    GRIS is an incredible journey surrounded by astonishing landscapes, whith a suberb music and a smooth gameplay.
    The detail in every little thing shows that they have made it with love to what they were doing. It is almost impossible to finish it without droping a tear. Congratulations to all the team!
  20. Jax360
    Jun 13, 2019
    9
    Presentation. 9.6/10
    Graphics TV. 9.2/10
    Graphics Handheld. 9.3/10
    Music. 9.3/10
    Controls. 10/10
    Fun-factor. 8.9/10
    Score. 9.1/10
  21. Vankip
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Настоящий представитель игры как искусство. Оргазм для глаз и ушей. Самая красивая игра на моей памяти, при том что она очень минималистичная, не как та же Ори. Эстетический оргазм каждую секунду. Многие сравнивают её с Journey, но мне не нравилась она за то что она была ОЧЕНЬ короткой, ты буквально не успевал ею насладится. GRIS в этом плане раза в 4 дольше Путешествия, что не даёт ниНастоящий представитель игры как искусство. Оргазм для глаз и ушей. Самая красивая игра на моей памяти, при том что она очень минималистичная, не как та же Ори. Эстетический оргазм каждую секунду. Многие сравнивают её с Journey, но мне не нравилась она за то что она была ОЧЕНЬ короткой, ты буквально не успевал ею насладится. GRIS в этом плане раза в 4 дольше Путешествия, что не даёт ни наскучить (ибо игровой процесс сам по себе простой) но и не обрывается через 40 минут, как Journey.… Expand
  22. curzon_dax
    Apr 19, 2019
    8
    Relatively short but still good. It would get a higher score (at least a 9) if it was more complex in a sense of not only more levels but also more complex mechanics (exploration didn't feel that rewarding because of that lack of complexity but it was still great).
  23. JJTX
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Gris is a gorgeous, relaxing puzzle-platformer that lends itself perfectly to playing from start to finish in a single session. Don't sleep on this one.
  24. Zenek73
    Dec 14, 2018
    9
    Great game or rather art. So.... it's not for everyone. Music is great. Graphic is fantastic. But I don't mean fps or 4k. Graphic is very... analog? :)
  25. capedavenger
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    Wow. What an amazing game. The art style is fantastic and although it doesn't offer a platforming or puzzle challenge like other titles, I found it quite relaxing and I took my sweat time to finish it. I must have played those 5 hours over 3 months, enjoying it like a fine wine whenever I wanted to dive into this special world. If I got stuck I just put it down for another day. The storyWow. What an amazing game. The art style is fantastic and although it doesn't offer a platforming or puzzle challenge like other titles, I found it quite relaxing and I took my sweat time to finish it. I must have played those 5 hours over 3 months, enjoying it like a fine wine whenever I wanted to dive into this special world. If I got stuck I just put it down for another day. The story (told without words) was meaningful to me and it's an overall experience that is well worth it...unless you are the hardcore gamer type… Expand
  26. Luia_94
    Dec 15, 2018
    9
    Un plataformas con toques metroidvania tan hermoso artísticamente que ha conseguido que alguien que no juega este tipo de juegos, lo esté disfrutando enormemente.
  27. Daniel_Olivaw
    Feb 5, 2019
    9
    Gris is exceptionally beautiful, with a unique and gorgeous style, and it's a fun puzzle-platformer to boot.
  28. Bastrix
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    This is one those games that cant really be explained on a short review. If you’ve played Journey, then you know what I mean.

    The combination of art, music and abstract / metaphoric storytelling makes a really really superb experience. Play it with headphones, will make a difference. Not all perfect though, I must say that at some point the level design got a tiny tedious and confusing    This is one those games that cant really be explained on a short review. If you’ve played Journey, then you know what I mean.

    The combination of art, music and abstract / metaphoric storytelling makes a really really superb experience. Play it with headphones, will make a difference.

    Not all perfect though, I must say that at some point the level design got a tiny tedious and confusing for me and I struggled to advance... But overall I LOVED this game. Brilliant!!!    … Expand
  29. nusco
    Feb 17, 2019
    8
    Mechanically, Gris is a short, mellow platformer. The difficulty level stays low throughout, but the game isn't naive: it gradually introduces new abilities, and it gives you a few simpler puzzles to sort through. Were it for the mechanics alone, however, Gris would be pretty forgettable.

    What makes Gris amazing is the artwork. I'm not the kind of person who plays a game for the    Mechanically, Gris is a short, mellow platformer. The difficulty level stays low throughout, but the game isn't naive: it gradually introduces new abilities, and it gives you a few simpler puzzles to sort through. Were it for the mechanics alone, however, Gris would be pretty forgettable.

    What makes Gris amazing is the artwork. I'm not the kind of person who plays a game for the graphics–I usually don't care. But Gris' graphics is probably the best I've seen in game: a hand-drawn watercolor fantasy that's so beautiful, it gives you the shivers at multiple times through the game. Every single screenshot from the game would double as an excellent desktop background. Factor in the absolutely amazing, deeply melancholy piano music, and Gris becomes truly memorable: a piece of art that happens to double as a game.

    It's only by playing the game and discovering its secrets that you eventually understand what the theme of Gris is, and who's the mysterious woman whose statue opens the game. An emotional, visually gorgeous experience.    … Expand
  30. B-Bog
    May 4, 2021
    9
    Simply beautiful. Gorgeous visuals, touching music. No words are uttered and yet the game manages to convey so much.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Aug 28, 2019
    80
    An absolutely gorgeous work of art that everyone should experience at some point. [Issue #39 – May/June 2019, p. 23]
  2. CD-Action
    Mar 25, 2019
    50
    Almost universal admiration for Gris says a lot about the condition of video games industry. It’s just a 2D platformer devoid of any challenge, and instead of evoking true feeling it makes a good first impression (“wow, it’s beautiful!”) and then just glides for a couple of hours using that momentum. It doesn’t actually have anything important to say, it’s just pretty. [02/2019, p.56]
  3. Worth Playing
    Jan 14, 2019
    90
    While the story is loose and can leave players feeling a little lost, there are emotional cues that symbolize this as a journey of loss and healing. The excellent soundtrack, level design and commitment to themes make Gris a memorable title for all. With fun, adventurous platforming and puzzles that are both challenging and intuitive, its playstyle keeps things simple by placing player cognition at the forefront. Gris is a true work of indie art that prides itself on attention to details. Fans of works of art and video games will find a relatable home in Gris. Although this is Nomada Studio's first title, it has hit every possible note out of the park.
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