Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas

 Xbox One
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. ICXM
    Sep 12, 2016
    90
    Oceanhorn offers role-playing loving gamers something to sink their teeth into, a title that is something you can play for hours on end or just pick up and go whenever you have time.
  2. ZTGD
    Sep 9, 2016
    85
    It may borrow a lot of its aesthetic and mechanics from a certain pointy-eared hero, but it has a charm all its own. I can’t recommend it enough to fans of the adventure genre. The small price is more than worth the hefty adventure that lies ahead.
  3. DarkStation
    Oct 24, 2016
    80
    It is so blatantly similar to Nintendo’s Zelda series in every possible way, I’m surprised the game didn’t catch much flak. Those without any personal connection to Zelda adventures will enjoy a solidly built adventure that just so happens to have an amazing soundtrack from maestros of the industry. This is the sort of game that’s perfect for people who, for one reason or another, completely missed the Zelda train and are looking for a chance to see what the fuss is about.
  5. XboxAddict
    Sep 21, 2016
    80
    Other than focus on improving the story delivery and increasing the amount of activity you can do in the world, I would love to do a review of the soundtrack should one exist. Honestly readers, the soundtrack is a masterpiece.
  6. Gaming Age
    Sep 22, 2016
    75
    I am highly impressed with Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas, it is a very enjoyable game built in the spirit of one of the greatest puzzle adventure franchises ever built. An added bonus here is the musical styling. From start to finish, the music stands out and sets itself above other games in this genre.

Awards & Rankings

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#74 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2016
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#88 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2016

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 39
  3. Negative: 6 out of 39
  1. judegronberg
    Sep 9, 2016
    9
    This is the best Zelda-like for Xbox One. Lovely colorful art style. No too serious, very lighthearted. I want to have more of this. I hopeThis is the best Zelda-like for Xbox One. Lovely colorful art style. No too serious, very lighthearted. I want to have more of this. I hope there will be a sequel for this someday. Would love to know what happens to the boy! :)… Full Review »
  2. marysavage
    Sep 9, 2016
    10
    Really loved this game. The graphics are colorful and the music is great. Gameplay is easy and relaxing. Boss fights are really engaging.Really loved this game. The graphics are colorful and the music is great. Gameplay is easy and relaxing. Boss fights are really engaging. Definitely a recommended buy!… Full Review »
  3. GamesXtreme
    Sep 9, 2016
    8
    One thing that really does stand out in Oceanhorn is the aesthetic design of the whole game, it's gorgeous and it looks really nice on theOne thing that really does stand out in Oceanhorn is the aesthetic design of the whole game, it's gorgeous and it looks really nice on the One. The islands and characters are vibrantly designed, unless they're creepy scary islands full of ghosts. The enemies have that Zelda-like JRPG-like aesthetic that sets them apart from their Western (serious) counterparts. For such a dark story, the game's a pretty, and fun-looking one.

    I've had a lot of fun with Oceanhorn, the puzzles are good, the combat is pretty fun, a little tricky now and then, but workable. The boss battles have been interesting, with the typical design of such things - usually requiring a rinse-repeat tactic to take the bad guy down. Again though, nothing too taxing. There's even a little fishing mini-game if you want, and stuff to collect for rewards.

    Mainly though: It's been smooth, crash-free, and engaging.    … Full Review »
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