Blackwood Crossing

 Xbox One
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Windows Central
    Apr 8, 2017
    70
    The narrative genre often takes a closer look at human emotions, something we don't often see in other genres. Blackwood Crossing takes a bold leap into examining emotions and family dynamics, tackling subjects such as love and grief, separation and moving on. It's a topic that lends itself well to the genre, as the minimalistic gameplay places a magnifying glass over the narrative the game competently weaves.
  2. ICXM
    Apr 4, 2017
    70
    Blackwood Crossing is a great game and if you can look past the clunky controls and odd frame pacing issues, it’s a blast to play. However, the majority of gamers will be aggravated by the problems with the controls. The developers need to address these issues soon because it’s a treat to play on PC but not on Xbox One.
  3. TrueAchievements
    Apr 12, 2017
    60
    With a short completion, excellent main characters, and good production values, the highs reach far higher than the lows. It’s an altogether lovely experience, especially if you have siblings to relate to, and it stands clearly among the better adventure games available on Xbox One. The only issue is its cost. This is a game that would firmly benefit from a sale, so I suggest you keep your eyes out because you won’t want to miss this memorable experience.
  5. Hardcore Gamer
    Apr 4, 2017
    60
    Blackwood Crossing begins with the promise of a fantastic and emotional journey, and provides one from beginning to end when it comes to a terrific story, but in terms of gameplay, the journey ends well before we can even take a stroll to the dining car or the like. It’s just too short a trip, not allowing for enough time to make the most out of things when it comes to puzzles, challenge or unique interactions. It’s decent, sure, but sadly never gets the opportunity to be truly interesting, which is sad given the amount of potential here.

Awards & Rankings

62
#62 Best Xbox One Game of 2017
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#82 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2017

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User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. g0die
    Apr 9, 2017
    9
    A perfect narrative, this game will touch your heart. PREPARE TO CRY. Maybe the gameplay could be a little better though, but I understandA perfect narrative, this game will touch your heart. PREPARE TO CRY. Maybe the gameplay could be a little better though, but I understand it´s a narrative game and it doesn´t has to have a perfect mechanics.… Full Review »
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