90
One of the best platformers is now more accessible (but even the lowest difficulty setting can be frustrating) and introduces a new area and two new useful skills. The Definitive Edition is a great opportunity to catch up if you haven’t played this amazing game (and you really should!), but also a good reason to revisit Nibel. [06/2016, p.59]
90
Ori's second appearance is just as memorable as the first. The world is just as gorgeous as before and with two new zones to discover and explore, there is more to unlock for players both old and new. The difficulty has been ramped up for those wanting a better challenge, and only the best of the best will survive One Life mode.
90
Quotation forthcoming.
8
Vengo de jugar Hollow Knight (ósea el mejor indie, metroidvania, soulslike, etc) y dejo un poquito de desear, pero obviamente es un buen juego, es muy lindo visualmente, la historia también es linda, pero es muy cortito, no tiene casi nada de dificultad, y al ser el mapa chico no me incentivaba mucho explorar. En resumen cumple muy bien el genero metroidvania pero el peor aspecto es que es muy corto y no puede splasharse tanto como metroidvania.
9
This game is one of my personal favorites. Beautiful art, tight platforming, and an oddly impactful story told with next to no dialogue. This one the metroidvanias ever made, standing both above and apart from its contemporaries.
8
Ori and the Blind Forest é um jogo extremamente doce, cativante e, acima de tudo, muito gostoso de jogar. Entrei nele com expectativas bem específicas principalmente por tudo o que já tinha ouvido sobre sua beleza visual e seu apelo emocional e, curiosamente, elas não foram exatamente atendidas da forma que eu imaginava. Ainda assim, acabei sendo surpreendido por outros aspectos da **** já sabia que o jogo era lindo e emocional, então não esperava grandes surpresas nesses pontos. Além disso, por não ser um grande fã do gênero metroidvania, achei que a experiência poderia não me fisgar tanto. De fato, a história não me emocionou como eu esperava e, apesar de o jogo ser belíssimo, não foi exatamente aquele deslumbramento visual que eu tinha criado na cabeça. Mesmo assim, existe uma doçura constante em Ori and the Blind Forest que me cativou bastante, mesmo sem me arrancar **** ponto que me surpreendeu positivamente foi a forma como o jogo lida com a estrutura de metroidvania. Eu esperava aquele loop mais clássico, com idas e vindas constantes pelos mesmos corredores e áreas. Embora o mapa seja interconectado e claramente dialogue com o gênero, o jogo aposta em uma linearidade muito bem dosada, que torna a progressão fluida e prazerosa. Isso fez toda a diferença para mim: quando percebi que não precisaria explorar excessivamente o mapa para avançar, meu engajamento aumentou bastante, a ponto de decidir seguir até o **** loop de gameplay, acompanhamos Ori na missão de restaurar a floresta, passando basicamente por três desafios. A progressão acontece de forma quase intuitiva, sempre avançando, em um mapa relativamente grande, mas com um conteúdo bem equilibrado. Não é raso, mas também não se estende além do necessário. Essa linearidade me agradou muito e ajudou a manter o ritmo do jogo sempre agradável.A movimentação do Ori merece um destaque especial. Ela é extremamente prazerosa e fica ainda melhor quando você desbloqueia a habilidade de usar inimigos como impulso, lançando o personagem para frente — no Nintendo Switch, isso é feito pelo botão X. Essa mecânica transforma a navegação pelo mapa em algo muito fluido e satisfatório, reforçando o prazer de simplesmente se mover pelo **** fim das contas, Ori and the Blind Forest é bonito, doce e cativante. O loop de gameplay funciona bem, não cansa e respeita o tempo do jogador. Consegui aproveitar tranquilamente as cerca de 10 horas de jogo de uma forma muito leve e prazerosa. Recomendo para qualquer pessoa que tenha curiosidade, especialmente para quem, como eu, não é necessariamente fã de metroidvania, mas busca uma experiência sensível, bem construída e gostosa de jogar.
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
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Mar 11, 2016
Metascore
Generally Favorable
88
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
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Mar 18, 2016
100
The controls are tight and responsive, and the music is still satisfying to listen to. Both new environments were wonderful additions to the game and fit seamlessly into the map.
Apr 1, 2016
92
Moon Studios' charming platformer already was a little gem when it first came out, and this new edition completes it with new contents and mechanics, making it even more accessible to any player. Definitely a must buy if you never played the original one.
User score
Generally Favorable
84% Positive
774 Ratings
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9% Mixed
79 Ratings
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7% Negative
69 Ratings
69 Ratings
Jul 6, 2025
10
Ori and the Blind Forest is an absolute masterpiece — the best game I’ve ever played in my life. Its breathtaking visuals, emotional story, and flawless gameplay create an unforgettable experience. Every level is beautifully crafted, and the music touches your soul. This game is not just a game; it’s a heartfelt journey that stays with you forever.
May 5, 2025
10
Poésie, douceur et profondeur. 3 mots pour décrire ce jeu le plus simplement possible. Excellent game play, difficulté progressive et histoire dans laquelle on aime se perdre pour se retrouver seul dans un univers onirique magnifique.
Jun 29, 2016
90
One of the best platformers is now more accessible (but even the lowest difficulty setting can be frustrating) and introduces a new area and two new useful skills. The Definitive Edition is a great opportunity to catch up if you haven’t played this amazing game (and you really should!), but also a good reason to revisit Nibel. [06/2016, p.59]
Apr 14, 2016
90
One of the best platformers of this generation is overhauled by a completely new area and the especially useful ability of dash. Veterans of Ori may wish to return in its beautiful world to enjoy its new difficulty settings, along with the new level. Anyone else who skipped it the first time it came out should seriously reconsider giving it a second chance.
Mar 15, 2016
90
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition - while superfluous - makes a near-perfect game even better. If you haven't played it, now is the perfect time - and even if you have, it's worth revisiting.
Mar 16, 2016
80
If you played Ori and the Blind Forest last year, this new edition offers plenty of new content to warrant a second play through. With lush visuals, an imaginative world, and charming characters, Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition is the best platforming game on the Xbox One, and one of the best games in the Xbox One software catalog.
Mar 13, 2016
70
If Ori burned you before (as it had me), don’t expect an apology here. It’s still pretty, fun, and occasionally frustrating, and it still might burn your parent’s house down.
Mar 8, 2025
10
Ori and the Blind Forest – A Breathtaking Masterpiece (10/10) Ori and the Blind Forest is nothing short of a masterpiece. From the very first moment, the game captivates with its stunning hand-painted visuals, fluid animations, and enchanting world design. Every frame feels like a work of art, bringing the mystical forest of Nibel to life with mesmerizing **** gameplay is just as impressive. The controls are incredibly responsive, making platforming feel smooth and satisfying. The game’s progression is well-balanced, offering challenging yet rewarding mechanics, especially with the integration of abilities like the Bash move. Each new ability seamlessly enhances the experience, keeping players engaged from start to finish.
And then, there’s the soundtrack—an absolute triumph. The orchestral score, composed by Gareth Coker, is deeply emotional and perfectly complements the game’s narrative. From the heart-wrenching opening to the intense chase sequences, the music elevates every moment, making the journey of Ori even more unforgettable.
With breathtaking visuals, flawless gameplay, and a soul-stirring soundtrack, Ori and the Blind Forest is a perfect 10/10. A must-play for any fan of platformers and storytelling in gaming!
Oct 8, 2024
7
Ori and the Blind Forest is a perfectly fine game. It's a metroidvania action game with a unique naturalistic art style. The controls feel pretty good and the map is well designed. The game doesn't commit any major sins, but it can feel a bit mediocre at times. The themed dungeons feel well designed and fun to play through and I liked that the parry mechanic can give Ori an extra boost to reach places. Also the escape sequences provide some of the best and most cinematic gameplay moments in my opinion. The art style is probably the game's biggest selling point. The problem with the art style is that it is sometimes hard to see spikes and some enemies and projectiles as they have a tendency to blend into the background or be obscured by the foreground. This coupled with the games manual saving mechanic can lead to some frustrating deaths. The story is just kinda there... I don't know, I was expecting a bit more. I did enjoy my time with Ori and the Blind Forest, but I can't help but feel as though the developers could have taken things a little further.
Feb 7, 2022
7
Very much enjoyed this game. I’m a very casual gamer. I appreciated that I didn’t get lost and was able to find my way from point a to b with little confusion. Story was a little weak, but I had a lot of fun.
Aug 7, 2016
1
The soundtrack is wonderful. The animation is good. Regrettably, the most important element, the gameplay, is overrated. Traversal is tiresome and monotonous.
Dec 6, 2025
0
Rarely in my experience as a gamer have I despised a game as much as Ori. Yes -- everything is beautiful to look and listen to. But the game is cheap when it should be challenging, and the controls work when they feel like it. I f**king hate this game.
SummaryOri and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition delivers a multitude of new areas, difficulty options, and gameplay upgrades that should appeal to both new and seasoned Ori players.
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- Xbox One
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date:Mar 11, 2016
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