OPUS: Echo of Starsong - Full Bloom Edition

 Switch
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. TouchArcade
    May 31, 2022
    90
    I’m genuinely surprised at the jump in production values and quality from the second game to OPUS: Echo of Starsong – Full Bloom Edition. If you enjoy memorable stories and great music, this is essential. Even with the few technical issues and downgrades compared to the PC version, OPUS: Echo of Starsong – Full Bloom Edition is superb on Switch and one of my favorite games on the system this year. OPUS: Echo of Starsong joins 13 Sentinels and Triangle Strategy as the top tier Switch games of 2022 and I hope it eventually makes the jump to iOS in the future alongside a nice Nintendo Switch physical release.
  2. Nintendo Life
    May 24, 2022
    90
    OPUS: Echo of Starsong is a lovely game, an emotional adventure that represents the apex of the series to date and easily one of the best story-driven games on Switch. It's also excellent value for money, offering around ten hours of game for its low price, more if you really take your time and soak the whole thing up the way you really should do. While the character designs are a little too familiar, the characters themselves are complex, interesting, and likeable, and the story told with them is a complete, satisfying tale. Oh, and when the opening suggests playing with headphones? That's a hard agree from us, both to help with the music-based puzzles and simply to enjoy the excellent score.
  3. Pocket Tactics
    May 23, 2022
    90
    Opus: Echo of Starsong has many layers of narrative combined with numerous game mechanics, and it manages to make them all feel vital. Most importantly, though, its heartfelt story is one I will never forget, told in the perfect way.
  5. Noisy Pixel
    May 18, 2022
    90
    OPUS: Echo of Starsong – Full Bloom Edition is the most complete and definitive way to experience this emotionally-charged sci-fi adventure. If you’re going to be picking this up on Nintendo Switch, make sure to play through the other games in order if you haven’t done so before. Collectively as a trilogy, OPUS is among the most memorable and essential experiences on the platform, and the latest shows how a humble vision can evolve into something amazing over time.
  6. Starbit
    Dec 7, 2023
    80
    With its gorgeous visual world and the sharp emphasis on the audio environment when it comes to solving puzzles, this is without a doubt a striking game that with its welcoming low price, has all the advantages in becoming a reference for adventure game fans.
  7. Switch Player
    Jun 20, 2022
    80
    OPUS: Echo of Starsong is a fantastic visual novel but is difficult to get into in many other ways. It’s not easy for players to tackle if they can’t handle big text dumps or seek out the story themselves.
  8. GamesHub
    Jun 6, 2022
    80
    Even moments spent floating quietly outside each uniquely designed station, tomb, or cave can be beautiful, as the starscape shifts in the nether and violins swoon softly through your headphones. Opus: Echo of Starsong is a very particular kind of game, but when you give your time to it fully, it’s a rewarding and wonderful experience.
  9. Movies Games and Tech
    Aug 1, 2022
    60
    Opus: Echo of Starsong-Full bloom edition gives players a heartfelt adventure without asking for 40+ hours of their time. Since there is a heavy focus on music, players can expect to hear a beautiful soundtrack accompanied by Voice acting which was added to the Full bloom edition. The game runs well on the switch and is perfect for the on the go play but since players cannot save manually, it is important to dedicate time to playing the game.
  10. NintendoWorldReport
    Jun 22, 2022
    40
    I do not quite understand what it is I didn’t see in OPUS: Echo of Starsong that so many others do. I normally believe it is bad form to talk about other reviews in my own review, but I cannot help but feel awkward and a bit guilty when I see the universal acclaim this game has gotten. Between a 90 on Metacritic and an ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ rating on Steam, it would be dishonest for me to say that I think you will not enjoy Echo of Starsong. However, it would also be dishonest for me to pretend that I did. Basic probability says that you will likely love this game, but if the game’s random dice roll events have taught me anything, it’s that even the highest chance of success can still lead to a hollow tale of failure.

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#67 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
  1. Dezurii
    May 30, 2022
    10
    The game has a great story with rather simple gameplay that compliments the narrative well. I'm normally not the type of person to cry butThe game has a great story with rather simple gameplay that compliments the narrative well. I'm normally not the type of person to cry but this game actually made me cry my eyes out. Please give it a try.… Full Review »
  2. templeking09
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    This is definitely one of those hidden gems where describing its individual elements simply don't do it enough justice. Boiled down it's aThis is definitely one of those hidden gems where describing its individual elements simply don't do it enough justice. Boiled down it's a visual novel style adventure with space exploration similar to FTL and some light puzzles thrown in. But the way it all comes together to tell a coherent story is extremely well executed. And boy is the story good. I won't spoil it here but if you like a good emotional ride then look no further. 10/10 for me.… Full Review »
  3. xXMilenarioXx
    Feb 1, 2023
    9
    Awesome game. Beautiful story. Great atmosphere.
    Many people probably won't go past the first couple of minutes, if they even try it to begin    Awesome game. Beautiful story. Great atmosphere.
    Many people probably won't go past the first couple of minutes, if they even try it to begin with. The game's just not very "interactive", feeling more like a point and click or puzzle game, but if you can deal with that for around 9 hours it really is a lovely experience.
    I'm glad the GamePass app recomended it cause honestly wouldn't have even know this exists, but I loved it!    … Full Review »
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