Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Version 18362.0 or higher Processeur : AMD Athlon X4 | Intel Core i5 4460 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 950 | AMD R7 370 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Version 18362.0 or higher Processeur : AMD Ryzen 3 | Intel i5 Skylake Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 970 | AMD RX 570 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Over two hundred players have pushed past the 10-hour mark to completely immerse themselves in this atmospheric journey, driving a post-launch wave of 465 positive ratings out of 495 samples. Supported by a stellar 97% historical Steam score, the adventure keeps players hooked deep into the late game where playtime over 25 hours secures a remarkable 98% positivity rate across 141 reviews.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 67 | 59 | 5 | 3 |
| Graphics / art | 60 | 58 | 1 | 1 |
| Story / writing | 49 | 47 | 1 | 1 |
| Audio / music | 27 | 26 | 1 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Stability / bugs | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Performance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Value for money | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 19 h on median; those who dislike it: 12 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Dec 13, 2019 · All-time low: €5.99 (Mar 10, 2023)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 37 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 22,4 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Fluid mechanics dominate the praise, with 59 positive mentions out of 67 total remarks on gameplay.
- Stunning artistry captivates the community, earning 58 positive mentions out of 60 for graphics.
- The emotional narrative resonates deeply, resulting in 47 positive mentions out of 49 for the story.
- Orchestral immersion shines through, with 26 positive mentions out of 27 dedicated to audio quality.
Weaknesses
- Interface hurdles frustrate some users, highlighted by 4 negative mentions out of 6 regarding the UI.
- Technical hiccups disrupt the flow, featuring 3 negative mentions out of 4 concerning overall performance.
- Software instability surfaces occasionally, noted in 5 negative mentions specifically addressing bugs.
Who is it for?
Platformer enthusiasts and story-driven gamers who relish fluid movement, challenging combat encounters, and breathtaking audiovisual direction will find an unforgettable experience here.
Is Ori and the Will of the Wisps worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 145,413 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Fluid mechanics dominate the praise. Current price: 29,99€.
Verdict
Ori and the Will of the Wisps delivers a masterclass in Metroidvania design, smoothing over minor technical stumbles with peerless art direction and tight mechanical polish. The overwhelming 97% global approval proves that its journey leaves a lasting mark.
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