Creature in the Well

 Xbox One
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. ZTGD
    Sep 12, 2019
    70
    Creature in the Well is a unique game the likes of which I have never experienced before. Sure, it steals ideas from here and there, but glues them together in a new way. And while the game is fun for a while and has an interesting world, it cannot escape its repetitive nature and its decision to make every death a chore to walk back from. It is worth playing to at least step in to the world for a little while, but how much mileage you get will be dependent on how long you can tolerate the games frustrations.
  2. GameSpew
    Sep 5, 2019
    70
    Creature in the Well has more staying power than the pinball machines that inspired it, and that’s even before you consider its distinctive visual style and entertaining story. It won’t turn you into a pinball wizard, but it will provide you with several hours of unique entertainment.
  3. New Game Network
    Sep 18, 2019
    67
    Having a unique core mechanic is a great start, but finding a way to stretch it out over the entire course of a game is essential, and that’s where Creature in the Well can’t stick the landing. It offers a smart idea, but one in need of refinement.

Awards & Rankings

65
#65 Best Xbox One Game of 2019
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#91 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2019

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User Score
5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 6 out of 16
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Sep 13, 2019
    8
    Creature in the well is a fun and addictive top down puzzle game with a vibrant and unique art style that made me feel like I was playing aCreature in the well is a fun and addictive top down puzzle game with a vibrant and unique art style that made me feel like I was playing a cartoon with a simple but yet Beautiful vibe. the game play reminds me of older hack and slash games from the early 2000s but with a unique pinball twist. it also has a truly gripping plot that will keep most players on there toes wondering where am I and who am I. however this game has one drawback, I personally think that the boss battles could be a little repetitive to some players but the felling of completing a boss battle is extremely rewarding especially after trying for over 2 hours on one boss battle. The gameplay is smooth and fluent and does not feel clunky at all also the controls are very simple and easy to learn, it did not take long for me to master the controls and start exploring the vast amounts of levels this game has to offer. In conclusion this game is a very fun and exciting game with a gripping and interesting story that will pull you in, I personally think this game has much potential because it is a unique experience that everyone should try.… Full Review »
  2. Broyax
    Oct 5, 2019
    0
    L'étron indé du jour est comme le plat du jour : dégeulasse... il a été fait avec les restes de la veille ou de l'avant-veille, on ne saitL'étron indé du jour est comme le plat du jour : dégeulasse... il a été fait avec les restes de la veille ou de l'avant-veille, on ne sait plus... et pourtant il est en 3D ! en trois-di-men-sions, ça troue le cul ! mais hélas en 3 couleurs et demi : jaune clair, jaune foncé et un peu de gris je crois et du noir en option.

    Il faut... il faut faire quoi dans ce truc au fait... ah oui, jouer au flipper pour collecter de l'électricité pour débloquer.... euh des portes. Puis, trouver un autre flipper pour débloquer la porte suivante... putain mais c'est brillant ! les trous de balle qui ont pondu ça méritent le Nobel de la connerie à vie.

    Bon, on ne vas pas s'attarder plsu longtemps sur cette daube d'attardés : il est temps de la balancer au fonds du puit, le puit tout blanc. Puit, puis pardon ! on tire la chasse.    … Full Review »
  3. MOLEX3000
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Great game, hard and challenging! I loved this game from start to finish! Recommended!
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