FRU

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Mixed or average reviews- based on 38 Ratings

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  • Summary: FRU is a puzzle platformer featuring an innovative use of Kinect, in which your silhouette becomes a "portal" between two worlds. You find yourself solving puzzles by strategically positioning your body, combining physical interaction with traditional platforming. Every level can be solvedFRU is a puzzle platformer featuring an innovative use of Kinect, in which your silhouette becomes a "portal" between two worlds. You find yourself solving puzzles by strategically positioning your body, combining physical interaction with traditional platforming. Every level can be solved in multiple ways, with different poses. [Xbox.com]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. ICXM
    Jul 19, 2016
    95
    While Fru might not be as long as you would like, it’s still a phenomenal experience which every Kinect owner should purchase.
  2. GameCritics
    Jul 21, 2016
    90
    FRU absolutely delighted me with its ingenuity and elegance. It has gone on to become not only a surprisingly enjoyable indie gem, but one of my absolute favorite exclusives for the Xbox One, and one of my favorites of all time.
  3. GameGrin
    Aug 1, 2016
    90
    FRU delivers the game that the Kinect needs to remain as a viable device. The clever set of mechanics that are on offer means that if you have a Kinect currently gathering dust, you owe it a game of FRU.
  4. InsideGamer.nl
    Jul 25, 2016
    85
    This game uses Kinect as it was meant to be used: it is technically amazing, and it takes you to another world in which not your brain, but also your body plays a big part. The game is funny, the puzzles are smart and that makes the shortness of it a bit of a let-down, in a positive way though.
  5. IGN Italia
    Jul 12, 2016
    82
    Short yet very intense, FRU is the best reason you should reconnect Kinect to your Xbox One.
  6. MondoXbox
    Jul 16, 2016
    80
    FRU definitely is one of the best and more innovative games for Kinect, entertaining both alone and with friends. If you've got a Kinect connected to your Xbox One, this is a must buy.
  7. EGM
    Jul 12, 2016
    70
    It’s sad that Fru came out so long after the Kinect was a viable gaming peripheral. Had it released closer to the Xbox One’s launch, we might’ve been able to laud it as a reason to own a Kinect. As is, it’s a solid little puzzle-platformer that might be worth a look if you haven’t packed your Kinect away—assuming you ever got one in the first place.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. TacoMehicoBoy
    Aug 15, 2016
    10
    A good puzzle game on console or xbox one, very nice work dudes. its wonderfull. Pls more Games for Kinect. very high innovation in this. AA good puzzle game on console or xbox one, very nice work dudes. its wonderfull. Pls more Games for Kinect. very high innovation in this. A very good party game… Expand
  2. coip
    Jul 13, 2016
    10
    One of the most unique puzzle platformers I've ever played. Via Kinect, your silhouette is onscreen, revealing a second world. It's up to youOne of the most unique puzzle platformers I've ever played. Via Kinect, your silhouette is onscreen, revealing a second world. It's up to you to contort your body to solve the puzzles by revealing or concealing obstacles between the two worlds, thereby enabling the onscreen protagonist to traverse the levels. The coolest part, though, is the bonus mode available if you find all the collectibles: it unlocks the original developer mode, including co-op play! Very neat.… Expand
  4. munogu
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    Probably the best concept for a Kinect game i ever seen, simply funny and different. Nice work.
  5. chuckzee
    Nov 25, 2016
    9
    If Kinect had come out the box with games like FRU, I think the lifespan of the device would have been very different. Genius mechanics,If Kinect had come out the box with games like FRU, I think the lifespan of the device would have been very different. Genius mechanics, challenging puzzles, and a great art style. This is an excellent multiplayer title for when you have friends over - hand the controller back and forth and take turns helping your friend across a chasm, or get them stuck in a wall accidentally!

    If you like 2D platformers, this is your kind of stuff.    … Expand
  6. Grain_Of_Salt
    Aug 4, 2016
    9
    Pretty much own and/or have played every 360 and Xbox One Kinect game as my achievement list can attest to. This is coming from someone thatPretty much own and/or have played every 360 and Xbox One Kinect game as my achievement list can attest to. This is coming from someone that COMPLETED "Rise Of Nightmares" and owns "NBA Baller Beats"(basically Just Dance with a basketball... seriously).
    FRU is easily in the top 3 of all Kinect games in terms of originality, innovativeness and pure fun - next to The Gunslinger and the original Dance Central. My only gripe is the length. You literally want to keep playing - it's just that much fun. If you get any game for the Kinect, you owe it to yourself to play this one.    … Expand
  7. Thetwitt
    Aug 1, 2016
    8
    This is an amazing game for Xbox One. FRU makes Xbox complete and enjoyable. Kinect Should make more games like this, So that Xbox users canThis is an amazing game for Xbox One. FRU makes Xbox complete and enjoyable. Kinect Should make more games like this, So that Xbox users can enjoy more.… Expand
  8. Lbjmvp232
    Aug 9, 2016
    0
    One of the worst games I've played on Xbox One. I rather go to the dentist than play another Kinect title. I will stick to the Wii U. PlayOne of the worst games I've played on Xbox One. I rather go to the dentist than play another Kinect title. I will stick to the Wii U. Play something differnet… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#26 Best Xbox One Game of 2016
91
#91 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2016
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#84 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2016