GRIS

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 356 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 290 out of 356
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 356
  3. Negative: 27 out of 356
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  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. fidelwacho01
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Mi juego indie favorito de la vida... Una experiencia que me tocó en el momento perfecto, que conectó conmigo y yo con ella de manera muy personal. UNA OBRA DE ARTE
  9. SenDji
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    One of the most beautiful games I've ever played. Pure art. Experience it on a big screen!
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. ADIct
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece! One of the most moving experiences in games. Looks amazing on my switch.
    Totally recommended!
  14. 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
  15. 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!
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. Youtin
    Feb 5, 2022
    10
    One of the most beautiful games I've seen graphically and artistically. Its gameplay is entertaining, its music is enveloping and beautiful, and at no time does its splendor stop.

    It has a very detailed art style, which you notice the love they put into this game.

    Not only is it beautiful, but it is also very fun. What a great game. Made by a talented Spanish studio.

    Totally recommended.
  19. 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.
  20. 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
  21. DerMuggi
    May 27, 2019
    10
    An absolute masterpiece!!!!
    A must have on the Switch!!!
    Play it or die.so fu**ing awesome.
    Very beautiful music.
  22. Urafishhead
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    Stunning, beautifully done game. My 9 year old loved it for the visuals (and the female character) but the deeper meaning was incredible to talk through with her.
  23. Sijun
    Oct 6, 2019
    10
    I had no expectations when I started the game and with every chapter I felt more and more happy. It is quite an acomplishment to bring that feeling to a player without even telling a story through words.
    After I completed the game, I felt a great portion of relief and satisfaction. You could say a player heals with this game alongside the protagonist.
    The atmosphere starts out very    I had no expectations when I started the game and with every chapter I felt more and more happy. It is quite an acomplishment to bring that feeling to a player without even telling a story through words.
    After I completed the game, I felt a great portion of relief and satisfaction. You could say a player heals with this game alongside the protagonist.
    The atmosphere starts out very depressing and the more you proceed in this game, the more joy- and colourful everything becomes.
    To me, it is one of my favourite games of all time. It gave me something other games could not.
    Besides the positive feelings the game gave me, it is well crafted in every aspect. The controls feel really good, the game mechanics are really fun to play and the graphics and sound/music are just extraordinary.
    I highly recommend playing this game with you being relaxed and using headphones. Do not waste this experience and play it in a train or something. Take your time and enjoy it on the couch. It is absolutely worth it!
    if you ask yourself how difficult the game is I can say so much: it has some puzzles that need a little bit of brain cells but all in all it is quite easy. You also cant "lose" or die in this game.
    Now go and enjoy the journey    … Expand
  24. tom974
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    A piece of art. Yes it lacks some challenge but the "contemplative" side of the game is assumed until the end and difficulty is definitely not the point here. The cohesion between gameplay, level design, artistic direction and above all, this amazing soundtrack is pushed to a level I've never experienced before. Great work.
  25. Savio_
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    A really beautiful game! Amazing art and soundtrack. It is amazing how it pass you its message without any text. it just need its art and gameplay to communicate to the player.
    The gameplay is calm mixing puzzle solving and platform exploration. It is simple enough for anyone to try. It will take about 5 hours to reach the ending.
    It success in creating an unique surreal experience, full    A really beautiful game! Amazing art and soundtrack. It is amazing how it pass you its message without any text. it just need its art and gameplay to communicate to the player.
    The gameplay is calm mixing puzzle solving and platform exploration. It is simple enough for anyone to try. It will take about 5 hours to reach the ending.
    It success in creating an unique surreal experience, full of meaning that everyone can absorb in a different way.    … Expand
  26. Tomicsavo
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    Short, but good game, my girlfriend liked it.:). Cute, sad, good music, and an an another type of art.
  27. Axl67
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    Visually gorgeous, simple enough puzzles to go through, this is a game better suited for adults that are potentially non gamers.
  28. Lyndamarie18
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing and Beautiful game! Just finished it same day I bought it. Couldn’t take my eyes off of how the detail was so outstanding, the amount of personality put into this game, and the deeper connection of just gameplay. I’ve never done a review right after playing a game but this had to be shared even if it came out two years ago. My first and will not be the last time I play it!
  29. OriginH
    Jun 11, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning. I loved it so much I signed up just to give it a good review.

    I bought this on a whim thinking it would be a nice arty indie game to play. I only got around to trying it earlier today. I sat down, though it was rather boring and simple for the first few minutes and then it hooked me. Four or so hours later I've finished it (it is short) but I have to say it's one of    Absolutely stunning. I loved it so much I signed up just to give it a good review.

    I bought this on a whim thinking it would be a nice arty indie game to play. I only got around to trying it earlier today. I sat down, though it was rather boring and simple for the first few minutes and then it hooked me. Four or so hours later I've finished it (it is short) but I have to say it's one of the most beautiful games I've ever played. An experience more than a game even.

    There are no words in the story, no explanations, nothing, a silent story, you're free to make of it what you will. With that said, I would go so far as to say that this is a high water mark in storytelling. Absolutely captivating. The art develops as the game progresses and becomes increasingly vibrant and ornate. The music blends perfectly with story and general ambiance. Truly, in every way, I absolutely loved this game.

    Without ruining anything, and to give people an idea of what to expect, I'd say it is a surrealist journey of sorts, with hints of Alice in Wonderland and/or Pan's Labyrinth. It has a dream like quality which adds to the overall tale. If that sounds like something you'd like, I recommend this fully. I'll be recommending it to any and all my friends who will listen.

    Anyway, for me, this crossed a threshold into something I would consider Art, in the fullest sense. The story, the visuals, the music, everything, was absolutely perfect. Wholesome and beautiful. Those would be the words I use to describe it.    … Expand
  30. Awadeowo
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    Es una experiencia muy divertida aunque un poco corto pero muy lindo todo todo lo que hicieron con los colores y formas minimalistas es hermoso muy muy bonito
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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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