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Outer Wilds
Action
Adventure
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on Phone
Remote Play on Tablet
Remote Play on TV
Family Sharing

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Developers: Mobius Digital
Publishers: Annapurna Interactive
Release Date: Jun 18, 2020
Price (USD): $14.99
Current Players: 1.2k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(95%)
unique experience
exploration
storytelling
music
atmosphere
open-ended
narrative impact
difficulty
time loop
controls
motion sickness
frustrating
The general sentiment of the reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with players often describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. However, some users express frustration with the time loop mechanic and difficulty with controls, which can impact the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, the exploration and storytelling elements consistently receive high praise, making it a highly recommended game for those who enjoy discovery and narrative depth.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a unique exploration and puzzle-solving experience with a beautifully crafted solar system.
  • The storytelling and narrative are considered exceptional and leave a lasting emotional impact.
  • Players appreciate the freedom of exploration without traditional progression systems, relying instead on knowledge-based advancement.
  • The game's music and atmosphere are widely praised for enhancing the exploration experience.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players find the time loop mechanic frustrating, leading to repeated retracing of steps after a death.
  • Controls, especially for the ship and zero-gravity movement, are considered difficult to master.
  • A few players experienced motion sickness due to the game's first-person perspective and movement mechanics.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's open-ended exploration and lack of traditional direction can both engage and confuse players.
  • Some players had varying experiences with the game's narrative impact, enjoying it more with patience and attention.

    • Common Themes

  • The importance of going into the game blind to fully appreciate the unfolding mysteries and stories.
  • A high recommendation from players who emphasize the game as a 'must-play' and often label it as one of the best gaming experiences they've had.
  • The exploration-driven gameplay and environmental storytelling are key highlights praised across reviews.
    • Updated 7/11/2025, 12:01:22 AM UTC
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