90
As one of the most unique puzzlers that I've played over the years, Limbo's chilling atmosphere is an example of an incredible gaming achievement.
90
There is a wonderful minimalism about the whole experience, from start to finish, which includes the relatively abrupt ending after 3-4 hours of play.
90
A short but engrossing play that will remain with you long after you finish. [Aug 2010, p.110]
8
Woah man this is a great puzzle game for sure with the atmosphere so cool type game. I really liked it probably my first play pass game ever. The design of the world is unique and honestly you should give it a try
6
What a crazy experience, and somehow a really good one at the same time. When I installed it, I wasn’t expecting much at all. I honestly thought it would just be another simple 2D game to play out of boredom, nothing special. But it ended up surprising me a lot, and in the best possible way. During the gameplay, I didn’t fully understand the story and what was really going on, which felt confusing at times. However, after finishing it, I looked up more information online, especially about its connection to Inside, and that completely changed my perspective. In the end, I can honestly say I loved it.
8
Solid indie game, important game when it was released for genre. Holds up very well, fun platformer. Definitely recommend
LIMBO
Released On:
Jul 21, 2010
Metascore
Universal Acclaim
90
User score
Generally Favorable
7.9
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100
Any image of Limbo is an excellent letter of entry to a world shrouded in a dense and endless haze of mystery that Playdead, as producer, has managed to stand with distinct notes of balance, pulling puzzle after puzzle in the middle of inevitable surprises.
100
Limbo has a transportive quality that's hard to articulate. It so expertly realizes both its internal gameplay logic and its prevailing aesthetic that it almost creates a sort of reverie as you play, fully removing you from your physical environment and plopping you into this cold, mesmerizing other land. Though you'll find it's a tough place to survive, it might also be one you're in no hurry to leave behind. The game is a masterpiece.
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70% Positive
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Jul 22, 2025
10
LIMBO is a hauntingly beautiful puzzle-platformer that blends minimalist visuals with atmospheric sound design to deliver a deeply immersive experience. Its clever puzzles and eerie world captivate without a single word, making it a timeless indie classic.
Jul 6, 2025
10
Limbo is an absolute masterpiece — the best game I’ve ever played in my life. Its minimalist art style, haunting atmosphere, and brilliant puzzle design combine to create an unforgettable experience. Every moment feels purposeful and every challenge rewarding. This game isn’t just entertainment; it’s pure art that stays with you long after you finish it.
94
Extraordinary. It's as if the word were invented for it.
90
I am encouraging everyone to get out there and get this game, not only will you be entertained but you'll never look at XBLA titles the same again.
90
Thoughtful puzzles and striking aesthetics make Limbo a cerebral adventure you must experience.
83
This is an inverted Faustian bargain--will you pay the high price to play the small slice of heaven that lingers in Limbo?
70
Limbo has brilliant details and some intelligent puzzles, but it has many things that will end up being boring as they're the same as always.
Oct 9, 2024
10
What makes Limbo special is the way it forces you to be patient, to think, to find solutions in the midst of chaos. There are no promises of a happy ending, but you continue, driven by curiosity, by the challenge. It's not just a game, it's an experience.
Oct 13, 2025
7
Limbo es un juego de plataformas y puzzles con un estilo muy único.
Sus puntos fuertes son sobre todo el apartado visual y la atmósfera tétrica y siniestra que logra, una atmósfera que atrapa y que te mantiene inquieto gran parte del gameplay.
Sin embargo, creo que falla en dos apartados bastante importantes, el primero es el movimiento, que es muy lento y pesado. Por un lado es realista, porque encarnamos a un niño no demasiado mayor, pero es un juego que a mi parecer da "pereza" jugar, salvo por ciertos momentos de acción en los que todo el mundo se acelera.
Por otro lado, el que para mí es el peor punto débil, es la historia.
Para mí un buen juego te genera preguntas desde el primer momento, y al final te las responde, este juego te genera todas las dudas que te puede generar un juego, y no responde ninguna.
¿Quiénes somos? ¿Dónde estamos? ¿Qué buscamos?
El hecho de no conocer nuestro objetivo ni al principio ni al final del juego a mí en lo personal me impide poder ponerme en la piel del protagonista, y aunque probablemente no es un fallo, si no más bien una decisión artística, es algo que a mí no me ha terminado de llegar.
Por último mencionar que todo lo demás del juego es estupendo, son tan sólo esos dos puntos que creo que pueden estropear la experiencia :)
May 14, 2025
7
Une expérience globalement satisfaisante. J’ai passé un bon moment du début à la fin.
Aug 4, 2011
4
I appreciate the art direction, but only at first. There's simply not enough content in this game. The slow pacing drags the already seemingly uninspired direction into a lethargic territory. I would not recommend it (it's short, too).
Sep 25, 2025
3
1 saatlik oyunu 5 ayda bitirdim o kadar sıkıcı, zaten hikaye desen yok, tempo yok. O yok bu yok ne var bu oyunda da must-play demişler.
