GAME CATALOG / Metroidvania
Ori and the Blind Forest
2015 · Moon Studios
Guide Ori through Nibel, learning movement abilities to cross the forest.
MetroidvaniaDifficulty: ChallengingFirst playthrough: about 8–12 hours
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Our take
Ori's fluid movement, art and music carry the adventure. Platforming takes center stage, and its escape sequences can be the hardest moments.
An editorial impression to help choose a game, not a community score.
TIME & REPLAY
Time & replay
First playthroughabout 8–12 hours
A broad first-clear estimate; exploration and difficulty change the actual time.
Replay designNo traditional NG+
Collectibles and cleaner routes are the main reasons to replay.
BEFORE YOU START
Who it suits
You may enjoy it if
Players who enjoy expressive platforming and an emotional audiovisual journey.
Keep in mind
Timed escapes may require repeated practice.