Unbound: Worlds Apart

 Switch
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Pure Nintendo
    Sep 17, 2021
    90
    Unbound: Worlds Apart blends gorgeous design and animation with puzzle platformer challenges that incorporate a number of unique mechanics to create an extensive and exciting adventure.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    Aug 11, 2021
    90
    A fantastic Metroidvania. The graphics and animation are great and the music is nice and relaxing, provided the occasional difficulty spike isn't stressing you out. There are performance stutters on the Switch version, and a couple of trial-and-error areas that can get annoying, but overall they didn't really sway my overall opinion on the game. If you're a fan of Metroidvania-style games, definitely give Unbound: Worlds Apart a shot.
  3. God is a Geek
    Jul 28, 2021
    85
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is an excellent platform game with plenty of interesting portal puzzles, but it has a lot frame drops on Switch.
  5. Cubed3
    Aug 20, 2021
    80
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is a game that looks and sounds wonderful, with a central gameplay hook, and it keeps players on their toes. Plus, with a lenient checkpoint system even the most difficult parts feel less daunting. Aside from some performance hiccups on Nintendo Switch and a passable story, this is definitely worth a look or two.
  6. KeenGamer
    Aug 16, 2021
    80
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is a fantastic addition to the metroidvania timeline. It remains unique whilst encouraging what people love about classic puzzle platformers. A super exciting concept is perfectly executed by Alien Pixel Studios, and takes the form of a captivating, melancholic adventure for all.
  7. Nintendo Life
    Aug 1, 2021
    80
    With its unique use of portals, Unbound: Worlds Apart is a great platform title with a flutter of Metroidvania in the mix. The framerate can be a tad annoying, chugging along at frequent intervals, but thankfully it's never quite disruptive enough to ruin the experience. If you like portals (and come on, who doesn't?), then this is definitely a game worth checking out.
  8. Hey Poor Player
    Jul 31, 2021
    80
    Performance woes aside, Unbound: Worlds Apart is easy to recommend to any fans of the Metroidvania genre. With its outstanding presentation, clever mix of puzzles and platforming, and a truly unique hook, it’s a game that will keep you glued to your controller from start to finish. So if you’re looking for an enthralling adventure into a vibrant fantasy world, look no further. Unbound: Worlds Apart is a window into a strange and fascinating realm that you’ll want to explore.
  9. COGconnected
    Jul 29, 2021
    80
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is an excellent Metroidvania that is a must for fans of the genre. The imaginative use of the ever-evolving portals ensures that each area feels unique, helping to create a great sense of pace. Although there are some performance issues, they don’t spoil the beautiful adventure through this grand, fantasy world.
  10. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Aug 9, 2021
    75
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is a unique puzzle platformer. The variety of portals it uses is ingenious, and the hand-drawn art is beautiful. However, its frame rate stutters, and some sections are particularly grueling.
  11. Noisy Pixel
    Jul 30, 2021
    75
    Unbound: Worlds Apart has the appearance of a familiar indie platformer. However, there’s an exceptionally charming and memorable narrative here that guides the adventure through its many challenging areas. As beautiful as this game is, a high amount of skill is needed to progress, so thankfully, there are enough checkpoints to push yourself until you get it right.
  12. GamingTrend
    Aug 3, 2021
    65
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is a pretty standard puzzle platformer with its difficulty firmly planted in repeated trial and error. Despite gorgeous visuals, there’s not much interesting to see here.
  13. GameSpew
    Aug 4, 2021
    60
    Unbound: Worlds Apart isn’t a bad game by any means, but after a few hours of play it simply begins to feel bland and a little repetitive. Your portal powers seem interesting at the outset, but chances are you’ll eventually get tired of using the same combination of them to overcome platforming challenges and to make your way past creepy arachnids and other oversized bugs unscathed. If you’re in the market for a challenging puzzle platformer there are worse out there, but you’re probably not going to remember your time with Unbound: Worlds Apart once you’re done with it.

Awards & Rankings

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#86 Best Switch Game of 2021

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. Cleb
    Aug 13, 2021
    3
    The begining of this game is such amazing, we expect a lot of things during the story and didn't happens.... the game is a massive sequence ofThe begining of this game is such amazing, we expect a lot of things during the story and didn't happens.... the game is a massive sequence of similiar puzzles and it become boring easily… Full Review »
  2. Fortius
    Feb 1, 2023
    9
    Unbound: Worlds Apart is an amazing platformer/puzzle/metroidvania that hits all of the right marks for me. They managed to create a game withUnbound: Worlds Apart is an amazing platformer/puzzle/metroidvania that hits all of the right marks for me. They managed to create a game with very unique puzzle mechanics while ensuring it was visually stunning with a wonderful soundtrack. The puzzles start out easy and get progressively more challenging but the checkpoint system ensures that it isn't punishing. It is truly amazing this little gem isn't more popular as I loved every minute of it!… Full Review »
  3. flowerfun
    Jan 3, 2022
    9
    This is one of the best Metroidvanias I have EVER played. The game makes a great first impression with its graphics and music, the graphicsThis is one of the best Metroidvanias I have EVER played. The game makes a great first impression with its graphics and music, the graphics look amazing and GORGEOUS!!, and the music sounds beautiful. The game's whole gimmick is also very fleshed out and makes some very fun and interesting puzzles. I highly recommend this game if your a Metroidvania fan… Full Review »
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