Ori and the Blind Forest

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  1. kalaitomemo
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Ori and the blind forest is a beautiful game, with a simple but amazing story, and it takes a lot of mechanics of other good games like guacameele and rayman, makin the gameplay one of the best platformers in this new generation.
  2. Sanzee
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    I cannot believe how beautiful this game is! Normally your eyes adjust to good graphics over time but this constantly looks amazing,. The platforming and controls are amazing as well. The only knock I would give is that you don't have supremely great air control but it's not bad air control, just not as good as the regular controls. Oh my God you guys. Anyone within the sound of my voiceI cannot believe how beautiful this game is! Normally your eyes adjust to good graphics over time but this constantly looks amazing,. The platforming and controls are amazing as well. The only knock I would give is that you don't have supremely great air control but it's not bad air control, just not as good as the regular controls. Oh my God you guys. Anyone within the sound of my voice (or text), get this game on Xbox One! It's amazing!… Expand
  3. Dellevis
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous and the soundtrack is amazing. The gameplay is fluent and very satisfying. The gameplay is intense at points and it really draws you in and gets you completely immersed. I got the game with high expectations, and those expectations were more than met!
    The characters are lovable, even though there is hardly any dialogue.
    This game is truly a masterpiece and you can    Absolutely gorgeous and the soundtrack is amazing. The gameplay is fluent and very satisfying. The gameplay is intense at points and it really draws you in and gets you completely immersed. I got the game with high expectations, and those expectations were more than met!
    The characters are lovable, even though there is hardly any dialogue.
    This game is truly a masterpiece and you can really see the passion put into the game!

    A fantastic game you don't want to miss out on! Go get it now!    … Expand
  4. Xenuvix
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Definitely the best platformer I ever played. Moon Studios you made an amazing job, especially Gennadiy and Gareth.
    The music and environment is just perfect, this game is a must.
  5. LUFCXI
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    With colours that light up your TV screen like no other game, precise analogue controls and deep storyline. Ori and the Blind Forest is by far and away one of the best games this current gen has to offer. I read somewhere that it took 4 years to make...it was undoubtedly worth it. With a game time of approx 10-15hrs...€20/$20/£15 is a small change for what you get here. Ori is such aWith colours that light up your TV screen like no other game, precise analogue controls and deep storyline. Ori and the Blind Forest is by far and away one of the best games this current gen has to offer. I read somewhere that it took 4 years to make...it was undoubtedly worth it. With a game time of approx 10-15hrs...€20/$20/£15 is a small change for what you get here. Ori is such a loveable character that enhances her own ability the more regenerative trees it comes into contact with. Wall jump is one of the 1st but also one of my faves. If basically gives you the ability to run up walls as high as the wall goes.

    Gorgeous, gorgeous game - ample areas to take a screenshot too and show off the beautiful graphics to your friends    … Expand
  6. Gerald81
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Best game in years! This game is packed with great ideas! Took me about 15 hours to finish. Thx to MoonStudios - Thomas and Gennadiy, you did a great job!
  7. LiTaboga
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    O jogo é realmente muito bom. Para os Brasileiros, o game está todo em português e por apenas 39 Dilmas no Xone, e 36.99 na Steam. Vale muito a pena, cada Screenshot que tirar dele a qualquer momento é um plano de fundo válido. A trilha sonora é muito boa, daquelas que quando a música muda tu já sabe que o bixo vai pegar. A história é simples mas tão bem contada que tu vai querer saberO jogo é realmente muito bom. Para os Brasileiros, o game está todo em português e por apenas 39 Dilmas no Xone, e 36.99 na Steam. Vale muito a pena, cada Screenshot que tirar dele a qualquer momento é um plano de fundo válido. A trilha sonora é muito boa, daquelas que quando a música muda tu já sabe que o bixo vai pegar. A história é simples mas tão bem contada que tu vai querer saber tudo e prestar atenção em cada palavra. Vale a pena, aproveitem.… Expand
  8. lmcontaldi
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    From Lou Contaldi, Full Review at MiddleofNowhereGaming.com
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    AN EXERCISE IN PERFECTION Admittedly, Xbox One hasn’t had a lot going for it so far — with the exception of Sunset Overdrive, the Microsoft exclusive titles have either come hand in hand with scandal or have been subpar. What’s worse, it is well noted how nearly every multi-platform game runs    From Lou Contaldi, Full Review at MiddleofNowhereGaming.com
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    AN EXERCISE IN PERFECTION

    Admittedly, Xbox One hasn’t had a lot going for it so far — with the exception of Sunset Overdrive, the Microsoft exclusive titles have either come hand in hand with scandal or have been subpar. What’s worse, it is well noted how nearly every multi-platform game runs better on PC and PlayStation 4. With all of that said, no one game has single-handedly turned around my opinion of a console and its future than Ori and the Blind Forest.

    If you are going in blind (excuse the pun), Ori and the Blind Forest is a “metroidvania,” puzzle platformer with some light action and RPG elements. You play as Ori, a Forest Spirit, who was separated from the Spirit Tree early on. After being raised by the motherly Naru, the forest began slowly withering away. Before long, Naru succumbs to sickness and hunger and Ori is an orphan once again. With the help of an accompanying forest spirit (Sein), Ori is tasked to return the Three Elements of Light (Water, Winds, and Warmth) to bring
    balance back to the forest.

    Moon Studios without a doubt knows how to tug on the heart strings — if you aren’t welling up in the first 15 minutes, I honestly doubt your humanity. Thanks in part to the beautifully orchestrated score and fantastic art style, Ori and the Blind Forest brings to mind a Pixar movie. Throughout the seven hour playthrough, I got chills from the beautifully narrated story about family and sacrifice. Sure, the story has its platformer tropes (collect three orbs to unlock three temples to save the world), it is presented in a fresh and interesting way that felt like a perfection of a genre instead of a copy.

    While I can talk at ends about the storyline, it would be for naught without matching gameplay and level design. Impressively, both of these elements are just as masterfully executed. Like any other metroidvania title, the protagonist starts off weak and with a limited area to explore. Each power up you grab opens the path to a larger selection of collectables and more difficult sections of the map until the world is at your fingertips.

    While this recipe is tried and true, Ori and the Blind Forest brings substantial improvements to the formula. Nearly all of the powerups add to the platforming elements, making it a joy and a breeze to get across the map. For instance, the Bash ability gained halfway through the game lets you slingshot off enemies and their projectiles. Even better, slingshotting these projectiles can help open paths or take down those same enemies.

    Upgrades are given liberally through an XP system found in scattered collectables or earned by killing enemies. Up until the last second I was earning upgrades and feeling noticeably stronger.

    While all the platforming and gameplay feels great, prepare to die. Alot. In my seven hour playthrough I died exactly 223 times (according to the leaderboards), and that is on the low end of the spectrum (other reviewers racking up in excess of 500 deaths). While the game has an achievement for beating the game in under three hours and one for a zero death playthrough, I doubt very many will be able to accomplish that.

    Thankfully, the game implements a smart quick save/checkpoint mechanic. As long as you aren’t around enemies and have enough energy, Ori will be able to create a Spirit Flame, instantly logging the progress and allowing for upgrades. While this doesn’t make the game easier, it makes the difficult sections easier to swallow.

    There are minor blips on the radar that draw away from perfection, specifically a few framerate problems, the inability to re-enter locations for 100% completion, and bizarre difficulty spikes. However, the game is so polished and these issues are so sporadic, they were never able to ruin my enjoyment of the game.

    I am always hard pressed to believe the “hype” about games, however Ori and the Blind Forest is one of the best games to come out this generation, let alone on any Xbox platform. The game finds a perfect balance that both newcomers and long time gamers will enjoy, making it easily recommendable to everyone. While the game borrows from a tried and true formula, every mechanic feels fresh and polished largely thanks to the orchestrated music and stunning world. Ori is a gem that should be on everyone’s short list of “must play” games, especially at its $20 price tag.    … Expand
  9. xandf17
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Um jogo maravilhoso, gameplay fluido, história emocionante, gráficos de encher os olhos. Espécie de jogo "indie" sem hype e sem marketing exagerado este game conseguiu ser melhor que muitos títulos AAA
  10. adils786
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    THIS IS THE GOTY SO FAR!!

    PEPTIDE IS A NOOB! The game's mechanics are tight and yes challenging at times but nothing unreasonable at any times. If anything it's actually pretty forgiving as you can recover from a bad jump/land without dying 4 times out of 5. The soundtrack and art style are both phenomenal. You could be forgiven for thinking they were all produced by a single    THIS IS THE GOTY SO FAR!!

    PEPTIDE IS A NOOB!

    The game's mechanics are tight and yes challenging at times but nothing unreasonable at any times. If anything it's actually pretty forgiving as you can recover from a bad jump/land without dying 4 times out of 5.

    The soundtrack and art style are both phenomenal. You could be forgiven for thinking they were all produced by a single person, such is the unity in vision between the multitude of individuals and the two studios involved. Packed with this is a simple, yet impactful story that tries and unexpectedly succeeds at tugging at the heartstrings.

    The game can be finished within anywhere from 6-12 hours depending on skill level and is a wholly satisfying, contained experience that you can walk away from at the end feeling like you got your money's worth.

    Finished the game in 6:57. A completely insignificant completion time from someone who was moderately invested in learning the mechanics.

    Peptide needs to stop taking the anti depressants and instead take something to help with his apparent parkinson's.    … Expand
  11. Megadeth13421
    Mar 20, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutely a must have!! colorful dynamic poesy. This game is a wonderful dream. ILOVE IT I will finish it for the second time awesome !! Thank you Moon Studios and Microsoft for this beauty.
  12. Wduarter
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    Simply powerful, the best game I've had the opportunity to play lately, music is a magical detail, the graphics are stunning. To own a PC or Xbox One, Play, as very worthwhile.
  13. imAQIB
    Mar 14, 2015
    10
    This Game? man this game is very very beautiful and the gameplay? wow so FUN! & the THEME?so much Awesome i Love it. and character is very CUTE and that Glow White colour is Fantastic.... MUST PLAY game
  14. Lord_Snow1
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    I usually don't rate games but i felt an obligation after playing this game and enjoying it immensely i felt like i owed the gaming community and the Developer. Simply put this game is a masterpiece great job Moon Studio's it's such an amazing game it's completely opened my eyed to Indie games even though this game never really felt like an indie title everything in it feels like a AAAI usually don't rate games but i felt an obligation after playing this game and enjoying it immensely i felt like i owed the gaming community and the Developer. Simply put this game is a masterpiece great job Moon Studio's it's such an amazing game it's completely opened my eyed to Indie games even though this game never really felt like an indie title everything in it feels like a AAA blockbuster tittle at least in my eyes.

    The story is breathtaking and pulls at you heartstrings, The Music is something truly special especially in those frantic escape sequences and for me those were the best part of it hard as hell but man you really feel like you accomplished something when it's over. The Art style is so beautiful and gorgeous and with the graphics it meshes together beautifully and the platforming and gameplay is something special with that said it is very challenging but in a good way. and i dont play a lot of platforming games but i thought it was very original in cool and awesome way but wow can't get over how good the game feels and the great gameplay and can't reiterate that enough.. and with all that i highly recommend its the best game ive played this bar none now go play it.. Thanks Moon Studios for a truly epic and enthralling adventure i look forward to your next game. also with great anticipation.    … Expand
  15. mortalwombat963
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    Ori and the Blind Forest combines perfectly balanced platforming controls with visual and audio nirvana that quite literally took my breath away! This is one of the best gaming experiences I have ever had thank you so much to Moon Studios and everyone else involved for creating this magical experience. It is apparent in every frame the amount of love and passion that was invested in thisOri and the Blind Forest combines perfectly balanced platforming controls with visual and audio nirvana that quite literally took my breath away! This is one of the best gaming experiences I have ever had thank you so much to Moon Studios and everyone else involved for creating this magical experience. It is apparent in every frame the amount of love and passion that was invested in this masterpiece. Seriously you guys took my understanding of how wonderful a game could feel and took it to a whole new level. I hope so much that Moon Studios continues to bring more unimaginable beauty like this into the world.… Expand
  16. Tiwill
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    The audiovisual presentation is phenomenal. This is by far the most beautiful game I've ever played yet. The attention to detail is captivating, especially in motion. The environment surrounding you reacts to your every move, and the background parallax effect is breathtaking. Even just moving and jumping around is pure joy, thanks to the smooth and responsive character animations. TheThe audiovisual presentation is phenomenal. This is by far the most beautiful game I've ever played yet. The attention to detail is captivating, especially in motion. The environment surrounding you reacts to your every move, and the background parallax effect is breathtaking. Even just moving and jumping around is pure joy, thanks to the smooth and responsive character animations. The music is absolutely wonderful and fits the mood of the game at all times. The sound design is also impeccable; I got chills every time I learned a new ability. The story is simple yet incredibly well executed and very touching. It really pulls you in and motivates you to save the forest.

    Ori and the Blind Forest is a metroidvania platformer, so you progressively unlock new abilities that allow you to go to places you couldn't reach or access before. Backtracking never felt tedious to me in this game, because it's mostly up to you as a player. You don't have to go back and collect all the secrets and uncover the whole map, but doing so is extremely satisfying.

    What I especially adore about the game's flow is the absence of hand-holding. This is a game that respects your intelligence as a player and your ability to figure things out on your own. The game may guide you subtly, but it never explicitly tells you what you need to do. Instead, it uses clever level design to introduce new gameplay mechanics to you. It all feels very instinctive and natural.

    There's a simple but very welcome level-up system, with 3 perk trees that gradually improve your character's current abilities in a different way or add convenient info to your map. You get XP orbs every time you kill an enemy, and some bigger XP orbs are hidden in secret locations, so this gives you another incentive to kill enemies and explore the map. Plus, it improves the sense of progression and gives you that nice RPG feel of choosing what perk tree you level up first.

    Heck, even the saving system is cool and exciting. The game doesn't save automatically for you; you have to do it manually by lighting a kindle. This can cause some really intense moments, and it punishes players for being too reckless. The difficulty curve is also perfect; the whole game offers a solid challenge, but if you remember to save often, it's still quite forgiving.

    By the way, this game has no loadings, so the fun never stops and the sense of immersion is never interrupted.

    I believe this is gaming at its finest. Truly a masterpiece in game design, and my personal favorite game of the year so far.    … Expand
  17. ErickGomesSilva
    Mar 16, 2015
    9
    This game is an art, beautiful and touching, is a must have if
    you like the games like Super Metroid or Catlevania.
    The atmosphere is strong put it in pair with the amazing soundtrack
    and you have a recipe for a great game.
    For long I did not have a game that made feel like my life had lost it's purpose
    after finishing it.
  18. daftness
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    A wonderful rendition of a metroid-vania. Ori is a beautifully presented, satisfyingly challenging experience that is fun, poignant, and memorable. A game like this does not come around very often, it's well worth its modest price.
  19. DickeRadieschen
    Mar 19, 2015
    10
    Beautiful art style, fluent movement, amazing soundtrack, smart level design, heart touching story, ...

    If you're looking for an excellent platformer: Here you go!
  20. Rawnchie14
    Mar 15, 2015
    9
    This is a magical game - which is incredibly beautiful and has some of the best visuals and music in a game I've seen in awhile. You can be certain the developers took the time to make this game polished, and invested heavily in the emotions behind the game's mysterious story.

    Not a perfect 10, because the game definitely rides some of the typical platforming tropes, such as unlockable    This is a magical game - which is incredibly beautiful and has some of the best visuals and music in a game I've seen in awhile. You can be certain the developers took the time to make this game polished, and invested heavily in the emotions behind the game's mysterious story.

    Not a perfect 10, because the game definitely rides some of the typical platforming tropes, such as unlockable areas via abilities and the like. It's more of a refinement of an existing genre that a unique experience. I'll say they pulled it off among the best in the genre though.

    Overall, I cannot recall being this invested in a game as much as I am this one, because - I actually have an emotional attachment to Ori - and the forest he used to call home. That story element drives you to further enjoying the game - even if the gameplay doesn't completely separate itself from others. Moon knew this and executed on your emotions, generating a mystical and somber environment to engage the player with.    … Expand
  21. Overload8
    Mar 19, 2015
    9
    What can i say, BEAUTIFULL, BRILLIANT, COLORFULL
    This game is beautiful in many aspects, the colors are really magical and mysterious, you are going to enjoy this game if you have an Xbox One.
  22. drewdiamonds429
    Mar 17, 2015
    10
    Moon Studios is officially on the map. One of if not the best next gen titles out right now. It is incredible. From the colors of the vibrant world to the gameplay of fighting enemies, its a rush! Another good thing to say about this game is that it always keeps you wanting more, that what a good game does, provides you with fresh content and delivers it! Its emotional and truly a treat, IMoon Studios is officially on the map. One of if not the best next gen titles out right now. It is incredible. From the colors of the vibrant world to the gameplay of fighting enemies, its a rush! Another good thing to say about this game is that it always keeps you wanting more, that what a good game does, provides you with fresh content and delivers it! Its emotional and truly a treat, I would have purchased this for 60 bucks but for 20 I feel like us the consumers have robbed Moon Studios. Thank you for making such a fantastic piece of art that I will forever remember. Cant wait to see whats next for this studio.… Expand
  23. Dway
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The best word to describe this game would be beautiful. It's nice change, after all those bloody rpgs, shooters and horror games (and I actually like those). Graphics is amazing, gameplay is catchy and music is wonderful. Actually my wife just like to sit and watch me play this game. That's how beautiful this game is.
  24. Hiersri
    Mar 16, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutely stunning from the second you turn it on. The lush environments, coupled with the soulful, heartfelt score give the game a sense of depth and quality that isn't often tapped. The game's genre, dubbed 'metroidvania' favors gameplay based on movement, with combat taking a backseat. This is enhanced by the game's increasing difficulty. The game eases the player into theThis game is absolutely stunning from the second you turn it on. The lush environments, coupled with the soulful, heartfelt score give the game a sense of depth and quality that isn't often tapped. The game's genre, dubbed 'metroidvania' favors gameplay based on movement, with combat taking a backseat. This is enhanced by the game's increasing difficulty. The game eases the player into the ever-increasing skillset, but before long, you will have to be creative, reactionary, and patient to master this challenging game. This difficulty, while harsh, rarely seems unfair, and creates a very rewarding experience once mastered. The world in the game is vast, favoring one large map to smaller levels, and has no load times, so the world feels as if it is alive and unified. You create your own checkpoints, so the game is great to play at your own pace. Also, when respawning after a death, there is no loading time, so dying doesn't feel frustrating or tedious. A game of this quality isn't typical, and never will be. The story is also heartwrenching, beautiful, and tight. You will likely be hooked just after seeing the opening. For 20 dollars, I think this game delivers and then some.… Expand
  25. Quantzz
    Mar 17, 2015
    10
    Simply put, this is the best 2d platformer ever made.
    The art, the sound, the gameplay, the freedom of movement; all of it is absolutely superb.
    There is a great difficulty curve that really punches out the intense moments in the game but is never so much that it feels impossible, there is so much to do and see in this game, and there are secrets filled all over the map for you to    Simply put, this is the best 2d platformer ever made.
    The art, the sound, the gameplay, the freedom of movement; all of it is absolutely superb.

    There is a great difficulty curve that really punches out the intense moments in the game but is never so much that it feels impossible, there is so much to do and see in this game, and there are secrets filled all over the map for you to discover.

    Perfect game, 10/10    … Expand
  26. mor911
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing. Beautiful artwork. Amazing music. Great level design. And still very challenging. Buy it ASAP so we can hopefully get and Ori 2, 3, and 4!
  27. JackValentine
    Mar 18, 2015
    9
    Not since 2012's FEZ has a 2D game succeeded in creating such a vivid, vast world for the player to explore.
    Ori is a near perfect masterpiece, and my favourite game of 2015 so far.
  28. kidcassidy14
    Mar 18, 2015
    10
    Best platform game on any console. Maybe even the best game overall in the last couple years! It needs skill, but it never gets frustrating. Absolute fun for for young and old gamers!
  29. maxtillxd
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Definitely the best platformer I ever played. Moon Studios you made an amazing job, incririblee ,majest , especially Gennadiy and Gareth.

    Goty 2015!!!
  30. cazetta
    Mar 21, 2015
    10
    Perfection. Art in gaming in its pure form. Metroidvania style of gameplay, wonderful music and art, tremendous amazing type of challenge. A must have to all platform fans.
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#7 Best Xbox One Game of 2015
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#23 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2015

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Games Master UK
    May 24, 2015
    72
    Most of the good stuff is in the second half, but get there and the substance stars to match the style. [June 2015, p.62]
  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    May 5, 2015
    90
    A beautifully presented, wonderfully designed game that spins an emotional yard and will challenge every gamer instinct in your body. An essential exclusive. [Issue#123, p.70]
  3. Gaming Age
    May 1, 2015
    91
    Ori and the Blind Forest is still enjoyable, obviously…it's just that those strengths are so strong that it's hard to imagine what would've been needed for that one ever-so-slightly-weaker element to match up with them. Nonetheless, it's still one heck of an accomplishment, and it's well worth your investment.
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