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Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

97%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperMoon Studios GmbH
PublisherXbox Game Studios
Release DateMar 10, 2020
$29.99
Peak Players31.2K
Metacritic88
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a critically acclaimed Metroidvania that improves upon its predecessor with exceptionally fluid movement, breathtaking visuals, and a deeply emotional narrative. While widely considered a masterpiece, some players report technical optimization issues and occasional frustration with navigation and specific high-difficulty sequences.

Pros

  • Exceptionally smooth and fluid movement mechanics that set a high bar for the genre.95%
  • Breathtaking visual art style with high-impact HDR support and a world-class soundtrack.95%
  • Deeply emotional and engaging storyline that resonates with players of all ages.90%
  • Significantly expanded combat and ability systems compared to the first game.85%
  • Rich level design that encourages exploration and discovery.80%

Cons

  • Technical optimization issues including lag, errors, and crashes for some users.70%
  • Frustrating navigation in large areas where warp points feel too far apart.60%
  • High difficulty spikes in specific sequences, such as the Sand Worm escape.50%
  • Community backlash regarding the developer's public stance on generative AI.40%

Notable Mentions

  • Excellent performance and visual impact on high-end HDR displays.
  • Strong emotional impact that has been known to move players to tears.
  • Significant evolution of the combat system over the original title.
Confidence: 57%
Based on the 137 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 16, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
903
Peak · last 90 days
2.2K
All-time peak
31.2K

Price

Current price
$29.99
Lowest tracked
$7.49since Dec 7, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
96%
All-time positive
97%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews146.1K
Positive: 141.0K (97%)Negative: 5.1K (3%)

6%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

20h

Avg Playtime at Review

90%

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