Richard Seagrave
GameSpewUnbound: Worlds Apart Review – GameSpew
Published 8/4/2021
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60
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Series X|S / PS4 / Linux / PC / PS5 / Mac / XONE / Switch - 7/28/2021
Unbound: Worlds Apart
Unbound is an atmospheric 2D Puzzle-Platformer where the main character, Soli, can conjure magic portals to travel between different realities in order to learn more about the catastrophe that ravaged his world. Inside certain portals, the physical properties of the character or world elements can change, offering new gameplay possibilities. Unbound’s artistic approach can be summarized as a dark fairy tale presented in a cartoonish style, with the purpose to give the game experience a fresh look and feel. Curiosity and exploration will have an impact on the overall atmosphere and will immerse the player even more.
- Developer
- Alien Pixel Studios
- Publisher
- Alien Pixel Studios
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Critic avg
81
19 scored reviews
Total coverage
19
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Score range
60–100
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Score range is 31+ points
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The critic average is 81 across 19 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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19 included scored reviews
90–1005 reviews · 26%
80–899 reviews · 47%
70–793 reviews · 16%
Below 702 reviews · 11%
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Donovan Erskine
ShacknewsUnbound: Worlds Apart review: You get the best of both
Published 8/4/2021
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80
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Read originalDavid Flynn
GamingTrendOther dimensions are just OK — Unbound: Worlds Apart Review
Published 8/3/2021
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65
-16 vs critic avg
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Read originalOllie Reynolds
Nintendo LifeMini Review: Unbound: Worlds Apart - All The Portals You Need
Published 8/1/2021
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80
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Read originalTony
Use a PotionUse a Potion Unbound: Worlds Apart Review
Published 7/29/2021
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80
-1 vs critic avg
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Read originalAndrew Farrell
PC InvasionUnbound: Worlds Apart review — Break those chains that bind you
Published 7/28/2021
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80
-1 vs critic avg
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Read originalJustin Nation
Nindie SpotlightNindie Spotlight Unbound: Worlds Apart Review
Published 7/28/2021
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85
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalJaz Sagoo
COGconnectedUnbound: Worlds Apart Review – A Grand Fantasy World
Published 7/28/2021
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80
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Read originalWill Quick
TechRaptorUnbound: Worlds Apart Review
Published 7/28/2021
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75
-6 vs critic avg
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