Sable

 Xbox Series X
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 53
  3. Negative: 16 out of 53

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  1. marcheur28
    Sep 26, 2021
    9
    Back in 2015, I discovered 2 really important games for me : Shadow of the Colossus and Journey.
    By the end of 2017, I finished Zelda Breath of the Wild, and in a magical way, this indie title made by less than 15 people achieved to bring me the pure joy of discovering a vast and mysterious world like Fumito Ueda could have create.
    During 15 to 20 hours, dispite the undisputable    Back in 2015, I discovered 2 really important games for me : Shadow of the Colossus and Journey.
    By the end of 2017, I finished Zelda Breath of the Wild, and in a magical way, this indie title made by less than 15 people achieved to bring me the pure joy of discovering a vast and mysterious world like Fumito Ueda could have create.

    During 15 to 20 hours, dispite the undisputable technical issues occuring day one on Xbox Series X, Sable felt like a dream for me. Gliding in these dunes of sand and traversal all six regions of the vast desert, uncovering all the secrets of the game was such an wonderful experience that I felt sad to end my journey.

    I really hope Shedworks will be able to fix all technical issues quickly, after the fix, everyone will discover a magical experience, one of the most memorable I played in a while.

    Sable is -by quite a margin- my favorite game of 2021, and I truly mean it.    … Expand
  2. GamingNinja
    Sep 27, 2021
    8
    So unique!
    Comic book artstyle, beautiful music.
    Must try if you enjoy open world games like Zelda/Mad max etc but without the combat.
  3. rubensmiranda
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    I really enjoyed exploring the map. The game's landscapes are beautiful. The art design based on Moebius is amazing
  4. RogerExplodey
    Oct 9, 2021
    9
    The recent patch has drastically improved performance on Xbox Series X, the stuttering seems to be completely fixed and frame drops are infrequent. I was enjoying Sable despite its rough edges before, but now it has jumped to one of my contenders for GOTY. Absolutely love the vibe and exploration.
  5. NoH8rs
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    I thought I would play for 20 minutes but the game pulls you in. Mystery and interest meet a simplified graphic interface to bring what I would call one of the most innovative ideas today. Instead focusing making other parts of the game spectacular. A very chill soundtrack makes the line art desert landscape a desire to explore and get lost in the world. The simply interface and artI thought I would play for 20 minutes but the game pulls you in. Mystery and interest meet a simplified graphic interface to bring what I would call one of the most innovative ideas today. Instead focusing making other parts of the game spectacular. A very chill soundtrack makes the line art desert landscape a desire to explore and get lost in the world. The simply interface and art makes for an amazing experience unlike other games. This is a hidden gem. As a gamer for over 40 years, I approve of the direction of this game taking with an out of the box approach to games. This is the future of great development.… Expand
  6. Agathra
    Nov 18, 2022
    8
    A very calming game with an absolutely gorgeous style, Sable isn't necessarily about accomplishing anything - it's about the journey. Part platformer, part minigames, part walking simulator, your character's basic quest is "get out there and see the world, decide who you are, and come back to us." I spend just under 18 hours doing just that and loving it.
  7. churros
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    Pros:
    + beautiful artstyle
    + beautiful soundtrack
    + interesting world
    + floating in the air and climbing
    + no combat
    + character and bike customization
    + non-linear quests
    + perfect pacing and size
    + great writing
    + charming characters

    Cons:
    - stuttering
    - bike getting stuck
  8. Quarantinejosh
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    While somewhat of a Legend of Zelda love letter, Sable definitely creates its own vibe. Some may fight the lack of a battlesystem off putting. It's a lovely open world that will provide an many an adventure. Lovely and serene.
  9. cmonard
    Dec 15, 2021
    10
    J'ai carrément été transporté dans ce jeux avec un souvenir impérissable !
    La DA est tellement a-typique et belle, vraiment l'impression de retrouver des bd des années 80.
    Je le referai sans hésitation afin de tester d'autres approche finale.
    juste Wouaw !

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#62 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
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#37 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021

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71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Gaming Age
    Feb 28, 2022
    75
    Sable clearly has its share of flaws, but it makes a pretty good argument for style mattering more than substance.
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  2. SomosXbox
    Oct 14, 2021
    84
    Sable is a beautiful game, with an astonishing soundtrack and artistic vision, that show us the journey of self-discovery of our young protagonist through an exotic planet, full of sand, mountains and spaceships.
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  3. Xbox Tavern
    Oct 4, 2021
    73
    Sable is one of the latest games to get a day one release on Xbox’s Game Pass service so it’s almost impossible to not give it a recommendation for anyone with a subscription, but on the whole, I was somewhat let down. The game has some of the most visually stunning graphics I’ve seen, but the gameplay gets repetitive. Exploring the desolate expanse on your own terms is not as fun as it sounds; however, a compelling series of quests and wonderful writing throughout are just enough to keep you hooked and justify the price of admission if you’re already a Game Pass subscriber.
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