Ori and the Blind Forest Review

PC performance

The Xbox One version of Ori and the Blind Forest has some performance issues. In such a beautiful game, it seems nothing short of a tragedy. Thankfully, the PC port is gorgeous. As this is a mostly 2D platformer from 2015, it’s not that demanding. My 1060 GTX easily maintained 144 FPS, 1080p with no noticeable dips throughout the entire playthrough.

Oddly enough, the original Ori and the Blind Forest supported unlimited framerates. The Definitive Edition, however, appears to have a limit to the framerates supported by V-Sync. Of course, playing at 60 or 144 FPS isn’t a big deal, but it’s something to consider.

Those with less than 8GB of RAM should be aware that this can become surprisingly RAM-intensive in some areas. Probably due to the superb fidelity of its 3D visuals, RAM spike is not uncommon. At lower settings, however, only 4GB of RAM is enough to sustain a playable experience.

Overall, the PC version is the best option. But Ori and the Blind Forest is the kind of game you should try regardless of platform. A native port for Nintendo Switch is expected soon. Those looking for an alternative portable version of Ori will probably be better off waiting for it.

Final verdict

As a reviewer, you work your way through some terrible games. From time to time, you get the chance to play something that really blows you away. A game where mediocrity was expected, but it turns out that you have played something special. Ori and the Blind Forest is that game. Calling it Metroidvania almost seems like a disservice, as Ori is arguably superior to both Metroid and Castlevania.

Ori’s cutting-edge graphics, coupled with challenging puzzle segments, make for a consistently joyful gaming experience. The thrilling OST and elegant platforming combine to create one of the best games of the decade. When people talk about Microsoft exclusives, they no doubt mention Halo, Forza, and Gears of War. Though perhaps more ambitious in size, all of these fail to reach Ori’s jaw-dropping artistic heights. Do yourself a favor and pick up this game as soon as possible.