Mike Epstein
GameSpotOri And The Will Of The Wisps Xbox Series X Review
Published 11/18/2020
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Series X|S / PC / XONE / Switch - 3/11/2020
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.
- Developer
- Moon Studios
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios, iam8bit
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Critic avg
91
13 scored reviews
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13
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75–100
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Mixed response
Score range is 21–30 points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 91 across 13 scored reviews, with a 25-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 90–100 band.
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13 included scored reviews
90–10011 reviews · 85%
80–891 review · 8%
70–791 review · 8%
Below 700 reviews · 0%
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Jordan Helm
Hardcore GamerReview: Ori and the Will of the Wisps (Xbox Series X)
Published 11/10/2020
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100
+9 vs critic avg
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Read originalBrett Posner-Ferdman
Nintendo LifeReview: Ori And The Will Of The Wisps - This Xbox Classic Is A Must-Have On Switch
Published 9/23/2020
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90
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Read originalVikki Blake
EurogamerOri and the Will of the Wisps review - masterful Metroidvania hampered by technical problems
Published 3/16/2020
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75
-16 vs critic avg
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Read originalMichael Damiani
Easy AlliesOri and the Will of the Wisps - Easy Allies Review
Published 3/14/2020
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95
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalJamie Latour
TheGamerOri And The Will Of The Wisps Review: Even The Bugs Are Beautiful
Published 3/13/2020
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90
-1 vs critic avg
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Read originalDenny Connolly
Game RantGame Rant Ori and the Will of the Wisps Review
Published 3/12/2020
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90
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Read originalAndrew Reiner
Game InformerOri And The Will Of The Wisps Review – Exceptional Platforming Evolution
Published 3/10/2020
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95
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalAustin Wood
GamesRadar+Ori and the Will of the Wisps review: "A short but sublime action-platformer" | GamesRadar+
Published 3/10/2020
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90
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Read originalTyler Wilde
PC GamerOri and the Will of the Wisps review
Published 3/10/2020
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81
-10 vs critic avg
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