Underplayed Gems

Ori and the Blind Forest (2015)

Ori and the Blind Forest cover
Developer
Moon Studios GmbH
Publisher
Xbox Game Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action
Rating
4.7 of 5, 59,889 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A beautifully sad, hand-painted platformer that mixes precise, punishing movement with gentle exploration and a heartfelt story.

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What players say

Players praise the hand-painted art and orchestral score, and say the platforming is tough but rewarding. However, the base game lacks dash and teleport, and the Definitive Edition is region-locked in China, which frustrates many.

Screenshots

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