Ori and the Blind Forest

WayTooManyGamesKyle Nicol

10/10

Anyone that knows me would know about my love for Ori and the Blind Forest, in my opinion one of the greatest games of this console generation. With it now on Switch, I get to re-experience this masterpiece whenever and wherever I want to.

TheSixthAxisMatt Wingler

10/10

Ori and the Blind Forest does all these things and is by nearly all accounts a masterpiece in video games. It has a little something for just about everyone, but more than enough to satisfy even the most galvanized platforming fans. Its difficulty might keep some from seeing the credits roll, but the sense of achievement and experiencing how the story ends makes any hardship along the way well worth the ride.

GamingBoltAndy Brice

9.5/10

A beautiful and memorable 2D platformer that will linger in your memory long after completion.

VGChartzVGChartz Staff

9.3/10

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VideogamerTom Orry

9/10

The extreme highs carry Ori and the Blind Forest through to greatness if not quite flawlessness. Rarely is a game able to be so devilish in its gameplay yet so touching in its story.

Nintendo World ReportNeal Ronaghan

9/10

While I could pick apart some specific nagging problems in Ori and the Blind Forest, whether it’s the combat or tiny platforming problems, my lasting memory of this recent replay and my previous Xbox One playthrough a few years ago is just the high moments. The bliss of exploring this world, combined with the deft storytelling and dazzling artwork, make for an enthralling adventure that stands tall as one of the modern classics of the Metroid-esque genre.

Capsule ComputersTravis Bruno

9/10

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Game SkinnyJoe DeClara

8/10

Moon Studios' Xbox One platformer is a gorgeous Metroidvania with a heartwarming story and gut-punching challenges.

GameSpewRichard Seagrave

8/10

In summary then, Ori and the Blind Forest is a largely enjoyable game that both Xbox One and PC gamers would be wise to try, even if just to experience its emotional story. Its wonderful art and music go to great lengths to carry the lacklustre controls and generic design, and to be honest it mostly succeeds in doing so. Despite my frustrations I was gripped right until the credits rolled, taking me around eight hours to see the game to its end, although it was disappointing to find that the game doesn’t offer a “new game plus” mode, or allow you to resume the game from your last save in order...

Worth PlayingAdam Pavlacka

8/10

A puzzle platformer that combines deep gameplay with emotional storytelling, Ori and the Blind Forest delivers a stunningly beautiful visual aesthetic that will warm even the coldest hearts.

Press StartMehdi Zadnane

Unscored

On a technical note the game is very stable throughout gameplay when it comes to the framerate and visual fidelity. There are a few technical difficulties that occurred throughout the title, which resulted in the game either locking up or closing in its entirety due to an unforeseen error. The game has received a patch since its initial release date, but some of these issues still remain, though they aren’t that frequent. The most notable error left my game hanging on the menu screen, which led me to reboot the entire title and go through the startup process. Experiences may vary.

Sirus GamingGuest Writer/Editor

Unscored

Ori and the Blind Forest is a noteworthy entry of a beautiful Indie Game. The game’s uneasy difficulty system is redeemed by its poignant story and fast-paced combat.  From start to finish, Ori and the Blind Forest is careful with its emotional trip towards players. The consistency of its story and the fluidity of its combat system is what makes Ori a game worth playing.