80
One of the best survival horror games of the year and an impressively disturbing mix of EarthBound and The Thing, that also happens to be one of the best bargains of 2025.
90
Look Outside is an extremely original project and gameplay-rich masterpiece created in just half a year. The game offers deep narrative, a great variety of actions and possibilities, a multitude of endings, and much more. It is capable of delivering many indescribable emotions that are worth experiencing for yourself.
70
Look Outside is a wonderfully eerie adventure with some of the most unique scenarios and sights I’ve seen in a horror game in years. While it makes a strong first impression, though, as time went on, I sometimes wondered if I’d be better off just looking outside. However, there are still enough strong moments to make it worth checking out for those who love horror games and RPGs.
10
Probably the best game i played in 2025 has everithing: wonderfull OSTS, nice gamplay a lot of good characters and touch very good some serious tematics. And the design of enemies is one oneother level
9
An incredible game with an immersive atmosphere and soundtrack, and a plot that keeps you hooked from beginning to end, where every step of time generates unpredictable events. It innovates in its RPG formula with a wide variety of characters and multiple endings. Without a doubt, a cosmic horror experience that's hard to forget and difficult to surpass.
7
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Look Outside
Released On:
Mar 21, 2025
Metascore
Generally Favorable
83
User score
Generally Favorable
8.8
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Apr 17, 2025
95
The vast majority of the game's shortcomings came down to glitches that can both end up fixed by the time I finish this sentence, and didn't ruin the experience too much anyway. Possibly the worst part is knowing that there are so many vagaries in the game that you start to wonder if those "glitches" are intentional. It's a heck of a game, a darn good horror game, and one twisted, fantastic experience. So get out of the apartment, make friends with some Lovecraftian monsters, and don't forget to look outside.
Apr 9, 2025
90
Look Outside is one of the most interesting projects I've played in 2025 so far, and I believe it will find a legion of fans over time. With the surprise release, a good portion of the public will still have a way to go to get to the game, but the project is so solid, different, creative, and thought-provoking that I doubt word of mouth won't have its effect. I really had a scary, impactful, and fun time playing this title, and I hope it won't be long before we see more from Francis Coulombe, a name to keep an eye on in the coming years.
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Generally Favorable
83% Positive
65 Ratings
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Jan 6, 2026
10
Probably the best game i played in 2025 has everithing: wonderfull OSTS, nice gamplay a lot of good characters and touch very good some serious tematics. And the design of enemies is one oneother level
Dec 1, 2025
10
dari segi art style keren banget ini game ditambah gameplay yang seru sama ada unsur survival nya crafting dll, untuk story bener" mewah sangat rekomen bagi pesuka game survival horror rpg kayak fear and hunder
Mar 21, 2025
90
When I saw that Coulombe was involved in the cult classic, Barkley, Shut Up and Jam: Gaiden, I knew I was in for a ride simply by association. But I wasn’t fully prepared for the depths of creative madness I was gazing into with Look Outside. Each step was full of dread and morbid glee, as I never knew what to expect, was terrified of what could happen, but absolutely refused to miss a thing. I would’ve liked a little more balance when it came to getting mauled by random enemy encounters, and controller support was a little weird, but any frustration I felt from a momentum-halting game over melted away when the next stop on this roller coaster of suffering came into view. Frankly, I was bummed to get off when the ride was over.
Dec 19, 2025
80
One of the best survival horror games of the year and an impressively disturbing mix of EarthBound and The Thing, that also happens to be one of the best bargains of 2025.
Mar 24, 2025
80
With an awesome setting and artwork, interesting characters, and a spooky yet intriguing story, I really enjoyed Look Outside and look forward to playing it again to check out other endings. It’s got a lot of charm, and I love the setting. If you’re interested in the story, and you don’t really want to play a survival horror RPG with an emphasis on resource management, the game also offers an easier mode that takes away a lot of the stress. Just make sure if you play, you check out what’s outside the window. You’ll see something beautiful!
Mar 24, 2025
75
Look Outside is truly exceptional in places, is full of creepy character and mostly juggles multiple plates with success. It’s wild just how much missing some basic features slowly drags it underwater.
Mar 21, 2025
70
Look Outside is a moody horror RPG that is greater than the sum of its parts. Despite having a frustrating level design at times, a lack of map and being a little too breezy, what’s forefront and centre is the vibes and setting. Francis Coulombe nails this, providing richly detailed pixel art that depicts grotesque beasties and monsters. Amalgams are made of teeth and limbs. Guys with eye clusters poring out of their torso. The designs are the whole nine yards. It’s also a quality little bite-sized RPG with lots of charming systems and tidbits to flesh out the experience. Just, whatever you do, do not think too hard about the flesh monster that is knocking at your door. I promise all is OK.
Oct 16, 2025
10
Wow
Okay so i'll get it out there: the story and world of this game is IMPECCABLE
The art style is a beauty
The area designs and atmospheres are creepy and interesting
The characters are really human and funny, even when sometimes they aren't human anymore
And the way it handles the moral dilemmas of apocalypse with EMPATHY is just beautiful
That's what makes this world so beautiful to me. The empathy behind it. Even as the world burns, there is room for love and **** writing of the game is masterful. The dialogues, jokes, descriptions, characters, the world as a whole is an artistic and literary beauty.
Yeah. I love the game, and its story will stick with me for a goddamn while.
Oct 13, 2025
10
An impressive body horror turn-based RPG. The partner system is great, and each character feels unique. Even the enemies are varied and well designed. There are several disturbing moments, however the game manages to feel cozy somehow.
Oct 9, 2025
10
Look outside es, sin duda, unos de los mejores juegos que han salido para este año debido a su apartado visual y su ambientación. En este rpg todos los enemigos son grotescos y monstruosos recordando a fear and hunger pero un poco más ligero en muchos sentidos. El juego maneja un gran balance entre escenas divertidas y escenas serias o de **** lugar a dudas uno de sus puntos fuertes es su banda sonora el cual es presiosa y variada. Look outside es un juego completo en muchas cosas y realmente flaquea en muy pocos apartados.
Jul 21, 2025
10
from all aspects it's really good in terms of attacks and stories that are very unique, taking scary themes and games that are very fun unique every time we do something there is a plus minus, really good game
SummarySome terrible phenomenon is taking place outside. Those who look are changed in grotesque ways. Something beckons you to look, too. DO IT. Explore the warped interior of the apartment building you are stuck in. Fight hideous monsters that were once your neighbors. Manage weapons and ammo. Play video games. Craft bombs from househol... Read More
Platforms:
- PC
Initial Release Date:Mar 21, 2025
Developer:
- FrankieSmileShow
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