Jar 03 · Metroidvania · Moon Studios / Xbox Game Studios, 2020
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
A small glowing spirit searches a wild forest for a lost friend. Breathtaking to look at, wonderful to move through, and very moving.
Edition reviewed: Ori and the Will of the Wisps (2020).
Official artwork © Moon Studios / Xbox Game StudiosWhat you do
Run, jump, dash and grapple through a living forest, fighting with light and finding shards that change your abilities.
Who it suits
Anyone who wants a beautiful adventure. Easier than Hollow Knight, with a story that may make you cry.
01Arrival
A flight on an owl ends badly, and Ori lands in a new land. The opening hour is one of the most beautiful in games.
02Deeper in
Escape sequences, huge bosses and a forest full of side quests fill the middle. Movement becomes a joy.
03Safe places to stop
Spirit wells save the game and let you travel; the game also autosaves often.
Why it works
- Stunning art and music
- Superb movement
- Emotional story
Watch out for
- Some chase scenes are strict
- Not on PlayStation
The score
Overall 4.7 out of 5 · Lush · how we score
Our verdict
A beautiful, moving adventure. Fifteen hours of pure joy.
Written by the Moss Byte desk. Updated 23 October 2026. Facts were checked against the publisher and store pages at that date; prices and platforms can change.