Ori and the Will of the Wisps delivers an excellent return with refined platforming mechanics, gorgeous hand-drawn visuals, and an emotionally resonant story. The game expands its predecessor's design into a sprawling, interconnected world without introducing significant flaws.
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Open‑world exploration
- Gorgeous hand‑drawn art
- Inspiring soundtrack
- Refined platforming mechanics
- Fluid movement system
- New abilities
Points of Contention
- Slow difficulty ramp
- Repetitive middle chapters
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics90
Brandin Tyrrel
IGN
80
Hayden Dingman
PCWorld
“Ori and the Will of the Wisps is about speed. That’s what I love most about it.”
