Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 447 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 22 out of 447
  3. Negative: 56 out of 447
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  1. ROK8
    Mar 13, 2020
    10
    Ori and the Blind Forest is perhaps my favorite game on the Xbox / PC. The beautiful hand drawn graphics, the story, the characters, the game mechanics, the playability all draws you into a the magical world of Ori. Actually this is the only game where immediately after the end credits I started the adventure again. I have played through everything three times as the only game I have everOri and the Blind Forest is perhaps my favorite game on the Xbox / PC. The beautiful hand drawn graphics, the story, the characters, the game mechanics, the playability all draws you into a the magical world of Ori. Actually this is the only game where immediately after the end credits I started the adventure again. I have played through everything three times as the only game I have ever played. I highly recommend this game - enjoy!… Expand
  2. Rodrigo_31
    Aug 8, 2016
    10
    From the start to finish the game captures you, sucking you softly to its world... Flawless and impeccable, the game had too much environment varieties, outstanding gameplay, challenging situations, and if you play in hard settings like me you'll probably enjoy it even more, because the game is asking for you to dare and beat it... The animations, the simple minded plot and yet heartFrom the start to finish the game captures you, sucking you softly to its world... Flawless and impeccable, the game had too much environment varieties, outstanding gameplay, challenging situations, and if you play in hard settings like me you'll probably enjoy it even more, because the game is asking for you to dare and beat it... The animations, the simple minded plot and yet heart warming, touching and emotional, the length, the graphics, the soundtrack... this game is top notch, few games have managed to reach that standard of perfection since I started played video games back in 89 with Atari. Ori is a masterpiece, a true achievement as a game as it is supposed to be, simply fun, fluid, charismatic, intriguing, full of emotions, and everything else good memories can bring back to an old school gamer, but a great adventure for this new generations of games too.

    Remaking my Top 3 now:

    1 - Ori
    2 - Shadow of Mordor
    3 - Dark Souls 3    … Expand
  3. FreedomFighters
    May 6, 2018
    10
    Guys...wow. Absolutely wow. What a game. The Xbox One may not have too many huge, worthwhile first-party titles, but damn it all, "Ori and the Blind Forest" is one of them!
    This game has it all: great, fun platforming, absolutely GORGEOUS scenery and visuals, very beautiful music, a great amount of challenge even on the "Easy" difficulty, a very sad but beautiful story and very lovable    Guys...wow. Absolutely wow. What a game. The Xbox One may not have too many huge, worthwhile first-party titles, but damn it all, "Ori and the Blind Forest" is one of them!
    This game has it all: great, fun platforming, absolutely GORGEOUS scenery and visuals, very beautiful music, a great amount of challenge even on the "Easy" difficulty, a very sad but beautiful story and very lovable characters (I found myself sympathizing with Ori, a character that doesn't even speak, more than I find myself sympathizing with several characters in mainstream AAA titles), and several sequences that get the heart pounding and even evoke my emotional side! I'll tell you guys this, I don't think I've ever cried over a story in a video game. "Ori and the Blind Forest" had me DAMN close. This game is absolutely masterful, and dare I say, it's one of the best 2D platformers I have ever played. If you haven't played this game yet, please, do yourself a favor! Wow, what a game. Moon Studios, congratulations, this game is brilliant. I can't wait for you guys to release "Ori and the Will of the Wisps."
    Final rating: 10 out of 10 "Fantastic"    … Expand
  4. LUFCXI
    Mar 16, 2016
    10
    I didn't think this game could get any better. Wonderful art style, backed by a heart wrenching storyline, beautifully crafted music and tough game controls will challenge gamers of all ages and levels. New content fits in seamlessly and you'd swear it was there from the beginning. For players of the previous edition, the two new abilities are perfect for those final few achievementsI didn't think this game could get any better. Wonderful art style, backed by a heart wrenching storyline, beautifully crafted music and tough game controls will challenge gamers of all ages and levels. New content fits in seamlessly and you'd swear it was there from the beginning. For players of the previous edition, the two new abilities are perfect for those final few achievements you've been missing :)… Expand
  5. antpaca
    Sep 7, 2016
    10
    This is the best platform game and up there with the best games overall that I've ever played. The visuals and soundtrack completely lure you into the world, creating an almost meditative feel to playing it. It challenges the player without ever becoming a controller-flinging-frustration. The simple story is compelling, engaging, and flows with the gameplay perfectly. I hope they continueThis is the best platform game and up there with the best games overall that I've ever played. The visuals and soundtrack completely lure you into the world, creating an almost meditative feel to playing it. It challenges the player without ever becoming a controller-flinging-frustration. The simple story is compelling, engaging, and flows with the gameplay perfectly. I hope they continue the franchise!… Expand
  6. Z_whites
    Jun 15, 2016
    10
    I've already gave Ori 10/10 and this deserves the score as well it is the same game but with new and awesome features and more things to do, if you haven't picked up this game now is the time to do so!
  7. mikehettfield
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    Masterpiece, this is the way games should be made, highly recommended, everything from visuals, to gameplay, to music, this a is really enjoyable game, you can bind-buy this game with no worries.
  8. Pharael
    Mar 17, 2016
    10
    Definitive Edition brought me back to the most immersive and beautiful indie game i ever played in this generation . It´s highly mandatory and addictive ( even after finish the game you feel like playing the game again and again ) at least for me. This is a masterpiece made by a hand of an artist !
  9. Olafaloofian
    Mar 16, 2016
    10
    In between stunning visuals, a gorgeous soundtrack, an immersing story, and incredibly fun gameplay, it's impossible not to love this masterpiece of a game. I don't usually enjoy platforming games, but Ori and the Blind Forest has captivated me for more hours than I'd like to admit. This Definitive Edition also offers enough new content to make the purchase worth it for those who alreadyIn between stunning visuals, a gorgeous soundtrack, an immersing story, and incredibly fun gameplay, it's impossible not to love this masterpiece of a game. I don't usually enjoy platforming games, but Ori and the Blind Forest has captivated me for more hours than I'd like to admit. This Definitive Edition also offers enough new content to make the purchase worth it for those who already own the original game (it is also discounted for those users). I've suggested this game to all of my friends, and so far I haven't let a single one of them down.… Expand
  10. EmilyV
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    A definitive release was not necessarily needed but extremely welcomed. The added content made an already flawless game better. Playing through the game a second time was somehow more fun. I will always highly recommend this game. The best side scrolling game Xbox One currently has to offer. Beautiful graphics, fluid controls and solid game play that almost forces you to finish in oneA definitive release was not necessarily needed but extremely welcomed. The added content made an already flawless game better. Playing through the game a second time was somehow more fun. I will always highly recommend this game. The best side scrolling game Xbox One currently has to offer. Beautiful graphics, fluid controls and solid game play that almost forces you to finish in one sitting it's so riveting.… Expand
  11. raba
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    Absolutamente una obra maestra, una genialidad en diseño, música, jugabilidad, curva de dificultad... Todo, absolutamente todo lo de este juego brilla con carácter propio. Recomendado para los aficionados a los plataformas de la vieja escuela.
  12. RWilco
    May 22, 2016
    10
    This game is absolutely smashing. It's unbelievable actually - the sheer amount of imagination and creativity is breathtaking. This game takes aspects from all major platformers of the past while adding tons of new and creative ideas. The story is very emotional with great pacing, the levels are very challenging, the graphics are a sight to behold and the music - unbelievable. 10 out of 10This game is absolutely smashing. It's unbelievable actually - the sheer amount of imagination and creativity is breathtaking. This game takes aspects from all major platformers of the past while adding tons of new and creative ideas. The story is very emotional with great pacing, the levels are very challenging, the graphics are a sight to behold and the music - unbelievable. 10 out of 10 - no cons at all!… Expand
  13. SemenTheGreat
    Jul 27, 2016
    10
    Ori and the blind forest is nothing short of a masterpiece.The presentation is one of the best I've ever seen. The music is well composed and utterly beautiful. The visuals are also mind numbing. This is probably the best looking game ever, because of it's gorgeous art direction. The story, while very simple, does its job. It's touching and heart warming, but also heart braking. The levelOri and the blind forest is nothing short of a masterpiece.The presentation is one of the best I've ever seen. The music is well composed and utterly beautiful. The visuals are also mind numbing. This is probably the best looking game ever, because of it's gorgeous art direction. The story, while very simple, does its job. It's touching and heart warming, but also heart braking. The level design is, just like in Metroid and Castlevania, very intricate. There are a lot of secrets to be found throughout its huge map. The gameplay is also the best I've come across to date. The controls are responsive, and platforming requires mastering of Ori's movement and abilities. The game is also surprisingly challenging.… Expand
  14. Rupper
    Nov 9, 2016
    10
    Poesía echa videojuego, maravillosamente perfecta y toda una delicia artísticamente y audiovisualmente hablando. Este es un imprescindible junto a Valiant Hearts y The Journey al que todo el mundo debería jugar.
  15. chocapic
    Mar 7, 2020
    10
    Un cuadro en movimiento, solo se puede describir asi. Artísticamente es lo mejor que he jugado en mi vida, música que me ha hecho llorar, jugabilidad increíble, difícil como pocos... Este juego no se merece un 10, se merece un 45/10 como poco, y me parece una falta de respeto darle menos de un 9, simplemente porque seas manco.
  16. ZenOfRazor
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    Beautiful and in depth gameplay with a very touching and well thought out storyline to back it up. It can be challenging, however, the game never once dives into the "cheap" difficulty. All around a very charming game.
  17. stokesj2
    May 24, 2018
    10
    Having played games throughout most of my life, it is hard for most games to grab me in a way that hasn't already been done before. After running into the soundtrack while listening to gaming playlist, I had to buy the game immediately and see if the game lived up to the amazing score, and it did not disappoint. The first 15-20 minutes is beautifully done and the game never lets up fromHaving played games throughout most of my life, it is hard for most games to grab me in a way that hasn't already been done before. After running into the soundtrack while listening to gaming playlist, I had to buy the game immediately and see if the game lived up to the amazing score, and it did not disappoint. The first 15-20 minutes is beautifully done and the game never lets up from there. One of the best Xbox titles in a long time, and a must buy for anyone.… Expand
  18. nichi
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    The Best Game that I ever played, without comments.
    Graphics: 10/10.
    Art: 10/10.
    Music/Soundtrack: 10/10.
    Gameplay: 10/10.
    Story: 10/10
    interface: 10/10
    World: 10/10;
  19. SpookySpectre
    Jul 11, 2018
    10
    My favorite game in all of existence (at least until Will of the Wisps comes out to top it). Beautiful, hand-painted visuals, gripping story, and Easy to learn, hard to master game-play, and one of the most beautiful soundtracks I've ever heard. You can even place your own checkpoints wherever you want. Once you get all the upgrades you'll feel like a god, able to move everywhere whileMy favorite game in all of existence (at least until Will of the Wisps comes out to top it). Beautiful, hand-painted visuals, gripping story, and Easy to learn, hard to master game-play, and one of the most beautiful soundtracks I've ever heard. You can even place your own checkpoints wherever you want. Once you get all the upgrades you'll feel like a god, able to move everywhere while barely touching the ground. I can't recommend it highly enough. You will die. A lot. But it's all part of the fun. Again, I can't recommend this highly enough to you. Play for yourself and see.… Expand
  20. Vianjouta
    Sep 26, 2018
    10
    Ori and the blind forest é o meu jogo favorito de todos os tempos. Ori traz o que para mim é a melhor trilha sonora da história dos jogos, Ori também traz uma direção de arte impecável, uma jogabilidade em 2D ao estilo Metroidvania perfeita e também traz uma linda história em que você se emociona tanto no inicio quanto no fim, a arvore de habilidades de Ori é muito grande e tem "poderes"Ori and the blind forest é o meu jogo favorito de todos os tempos. Ori traz o que para mim é a melhor trilha sonora da história dos jogos, Ori também traz uma direção de arte impecável, uma jogabilidade em 2D ao estilo Metroidvania perfeita e também traz uma linda história em que você se emociona tanto no inicio quanto no fim, a arvore de habilidades de Ori é muito grande e tem "poderes" muito interessantes o que te da vontade de liberar todos os "poderes" da arvore de habilidades. No geral Ori é um jogo quase perfeito com poucos erros e os que o jogo tem são erros muito leves que podem são esquecidos devido a qualidade do jogo.… Expand
  21. Caeuas
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    Trabalho primoroso de arte. Encantador do inicio ao fim. Uma obra de arte moderna.
  22. Eze2501
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Art style 10
    Gameplay 9.5
    Sound 10
    History 10

    Amazing game, amazing metroidvania
  23. barrapablo
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    I just create an account on metacritic to review this game! IS INCREDIBLE... I'm willing to play part two!
  24. Youtin
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Que juego tan hermoso y precioso. Los gráficos son muy bonitos, es una obra de arte preciosa. La música es emotiva y bella. Y la historia, es muy profunda y emocional... Me hizo llorar. Una obra de arte preciosa.
  25. Chain_Affinity
    May 14, 2020
    10
    A platforming masterpiece in the vein of Metroid, but bringing fresh new gameplay ideas to the genre.
  26. Kikow
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    Fantástico, melhor metroidvania da geração, trilha sonora emocionante....
  27. xxFTWxxOregon
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    I love this game. It reminds me of hollow knights. It’s a great adventure game that has you coming back for more
  28. Sardoso123
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    O jogo é ótimo, gráficos incríveis, enredo muito bem feito. O final mesmo é muito interessante, dá até água nos olhos
  29. kaiser998
    Jan 3, 2020
    10
    Such a good game!!! I really loved it, it had been a long time since I didn't enjoy a game this type. like 10/10 !!
  30. Robertinho123
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    Emotional rollercoaster and amazing gameplay. Loved this one from start to finish.
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#6 Best Xbox One Game of 2016
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#22 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2016
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#39 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2016
    90
    One of the best platformers is now more accessible (but even the lowest difficulty setting can be frustrating) and introduces a new area and two new useful skills. The Definitive Edition is a great opportunity to catch up if you haven’t played this amazing game (and you really should!), but also a good reason to revisit Nibel. [06/2016, p.59]
  2. Gaming Nexus
    May 6, 2016
    90
    Ori's second appearance is just as memorable as the first. The world is just as gorgeous as before and with two new zones to discover and explore, there is more to unlock for players both old and new. The difficulty has been ramped up for those wanting a better challenge, and only the best of the best will survive One Life mode.
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  3. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Apr 28, 2016
    90
    Quotation forthcoming.
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