Ori and the Blind Forest

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1167 Ratings

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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. partyintheback
    Mar 14, 2015
    10
    The reviews say it all, really. Ori and the Blind Forest is an absolutely magnificent Metroidvania game with spot-on platforming. It also features a lot to collect and you can upgrade your character's abilities when you level up and get a point to spend. For only $20, I got 13 hours out of my first playthrough, and I still didn't collect everything. So it's a really great value. It's alsoThe reviews say it all, really. Ori and the Blind Forest is an absolutely magnificent Metroidvania game with spot-on platforming. It also features a lot to collect and you can upgrade your character's abilities when you level up and get a point to spend. For only $20, I got 13 hours out of my first playthrough, and I still didn't collect everything. So it's a really great value. It's also one of the most beautiful games made with an emotional story, beautiful environments to explore, and a soundtrack that'll make you want to buy the soundtrack to have on your phone to listen to when you're not playing this beautiful game.… Expand
  4. Lilbutter
    Mar 17, 2015
    10
    The best game I've played in ages. Absolutely gorgeous, emotional, fun and insanely difficult all at the same time. I cannot wait to see what Moon studios are going to do to follow up this gem.
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. celebi734
    Dec 7, 2015
    10
    Ori and the Blind Forest is nothing short of breathtaking. This game has a fantastic storyline with characters that you really care about. The game manages to make you care about the characters not through language but through beautiful animations, and back story. The game looks absolutely incredible with graphics that make it look like an outstanding animated movie. The game is tough, butOri and the Blind Forest is nothing short of breathtaking. This game has a fantastic storyline with characters that you really care about. The game manages to make you care about the characters not through language but through beautiful animations, and back story. The game looks absolutely incredible with graphics that make it look like an outstanding animated movie. The game is tough, but it's fair because the controls are so precise, and smooth. The level design is also really great, and the soundtrack is just... I can't even begin to explain how fantastic the soundtrack is. Literally the only problem I have with the is that it's really short. If you just rush thought it without dying to much you can beat it in an about an hour. But with a fantastic storyline, beautiful graphics, a fantastic soundtrack, great level design, and great gameplay. This is one game that is very replayable.… Expand
  8. vrildox
    Mar 23, 2015
    10
    This game is the reason I ran up to the store and nabbed an Xbox One Master Chief bundle for 350. Getting 4 Halo games is defintely a huge plus, but I paid the 350 specifically to play this game. That sounds crazy, but I bought a 360 for Shadow Complex and I never regretted that after all the exclusives I got on that console. I play games mainly for the exclusives and that is why I own allThis game is the reason I ran up to the store and nabbed an Xbox One Master Chief bundle for 350. Getting 4 Halo games is defintely a huge plus, but I paid the 350 specifically to play this game. That sounds crazy, but I bought a 360 for Shadow Complex and I never regretted that after all the exclusives I got on that console. I play games mainly for the exclusives and that is why I own all three major consoles. Now that I've explained my reasoning, you're probably wondering if it was worth it. The answer is yes, this is one of the best video games I've played in a long time. If you haven't pulled the trigger on buying a One yet, this game is the reason to do it. Perfect gameplay in every aspect. It's challenging but not unfair. The graphics are gorgeous and the music is top notch for a video game. This game will go down in history as one of the best games of this generation. BUY THIS GAME NOW!!!!!!… Expand
  9. 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
  10. james_sun
    Jan 17, 2016
    10
    Best Platformer of 2015. Nice art, cute heroes. Wonderful music. Magic world. I'm reaaly wanna to next chapter. Shut Up and take my money, huh. Please.
  11. chr1so
    Jun 30, 2016
    10
    Surprising awesome game. Really good platforming and one of those games you just don't want to put down.
    It's a good difficulty as well, harder than it looks. Definitely recommend it
  12. Travisty
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    Perhaps the most beautiful and touching game I've ever played, with fantastic heart pounding Metroidvania gameplay to match. I foresee it as my game of the year, hands down. Play this game!
  13. 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
  14. TurricanX
    Mar 26, 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.… Expand
  15. 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
  16. daniel_vetbr
    Mar 14, 2015
    10
    Excelente game! Me vi jogando Metroid e Rayman ao mesmo tempo, mas com ar altamente artístico e impressionante. Jogo bonito, mas não deve ser associado a jogadores fracos, pois é defícil em vários momentos e exige uma forte analise do todo.
    Algumas pessoas aqui estão dando notas ruins, mas claramente são pessoas que sequer jogaram, pois não tem nem o Xbox one e muito menos um PC descente    Excelente game! Me vi jogando Metroid e Rayman ao mesmo tempo, mas com ar altamente artístico e impressionante. Jogo bonito, mas não deve ser associado a jogadores fracos, pois é defícil em vários momentos e exige uma forte analise do todo.
    Algumas pessoas aqui estão dando notas ruins, mas claramente são pessoas que sequer jogaram, pois não tem nem o Xbox one e muito menos um PC descente para rodar.
    Vale cada centavo dos 39,00 reais pagos.

    Some people here are giving bad grades, but clearly even played as it has neither the Xbox one let alone a PC to run.
    Worth every penny of paid.    … Expand
  17. 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!
  18. 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.
  19. DanzoSAMA
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Ori is the most fun I have had playing a platformer in years, really beautiful game and it avoided hype, if you own an Xbox One, Ori and the Blind Forest is in the “must buy” Be sure not to miss out on this great game,
  20. xVinci
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    I cried, I was happy and I was astonished by the beauty of this game and all that in the first 20 minutes. Whether the real game lives up to it's expectations I have yet to see, but for me and my gf it was worth it already, thank god such beauty exists.

    *Edit* continued it, the platforming is damn good, but challenging, not for newbies if you dont want to try parts 10 - 20 times :)
  21. 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.
  22. 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.
  23. MisterGiggles
    Mar 22, 2016
    10
    Quite possibly one of the most perfect platforming games I've played in recent memory. The controls are tight. The abilities system is wonderful. One of the best experiences I've had in a long time.
  24. 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!
  25. 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!!!
  26. 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
  27. Yun1t0
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    Ori and the blind forest is my fav Metroidvania game ever (including Metroid). Its beautiful, has smooth gameplay, excellent progression and the game is difficult but doable. Honestly there isn't a thing I dont love about the game so I dont even know where to criticize it tbh. Just play it, its a generational game. Incredible.
  28. YeahNah
    May 25, 2015
    10
    Extremely well-made, its story, gameplay and visuals are all top-notch.

    Story: doesn't feel shallow, it is perfect for this style of game and it is memoriable. The way its told makes it not really predictable, you learn new things about the story as you progress. Gameplay: it's fun to play, from fighting enemies and dodging their projectiles to platforming and puzzles. You reach    Extremely well-made, its story, gameplay and visuals are all top-notch.

    Story: doesn't feel shallow, it is perfect for this style of game and it is memoriable. The way its told makes it not really predictable, you learn new things about the story as you progress.

    Gameplay: it's fun to play, from fighting enemies and dodging their projectiles to platforming and puzzles. You reach certain spots throughout the story where you learn new abilities that feel great to use and really change up the gameplay, making it fresh and not repetitive.

    Visuals/environment: Beautiful. I especially like it when you find bright, up-lifting environments to contrast with the ill forest full of dangerous monsters, giving it a balance as opposed to LIMBO.

    Verdict: As someone who enjoys racing games and the occasional shooter, I really enjoyed this game.    … Expand
  29. mickyworm
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    I really didn't think id like this game leading up to its release, downloaded it purely because alot of people were talking about it and couldn't put it down!! Amazing!!
  30. 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.
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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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