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Ori and the Blind Forest

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One
Genre: Action/Adventure
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Developer: Moon Studios
Release Date: March 27, 2015

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'Ori and the Blind Forest' (ALL) Definitive Edition Coming To PC Next Week

by Rainier on April 20, 2016 @ 5:24 p.m. PDT

A puzzle platformer that combines deep gameplay with emotional storytelling, Ori and the Blind Forest delivers a stunningly beautiful visual aesthetic that will warm even the coldest hearts.

Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition is a new version of the action-adventure platformer that combines exploratory gameplay with a heart-wrenching emotional narrative. The winner of multiple prestigious awards, “Ori and the Blind Forest” takes the unforgettable experience of the original game and enhances it with new content.

The forest of Nibel is dying. After a powerful storm sets a series of devastating events in motion, Ori must journey to find courage and confront a dark nemesis to save the forest of Nibel. Winner of several prestigious awards, “Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios. Featuring hand-painted artwork, meticulously animated character performance, a fully orchestrated score and dozens of new features in the Definitive Edition, “Ori and the Blind Forest” explores a deeply emotional story about love and sacrifice, and the hope that exists in us all.

Players on Windows 10 and Steam can enter the world of Nibel in “Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition” on April 27. PC gamers will experience the multitude of new areas, difficulty options, and gameplay upgrades that should appeal to both new and seasoned “Ori” players.

Current owners of “Ori and the Blind Forest” can upgrade to the “Definitive Edition” for $4.99, while all new players can pick up the full game for $19.99. If you already own “Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition” on Xbox One, your saves and progress will sync across Windows 10 and Xbox One – unlock abilities and explore the world on your productivity PC at work or on the go, and then resume where you left off when you’re back on your Xbox One at home.

New Features

  • Packed with new and additional content: new areas, new abilities, more story sequences, multiple difficulty modes, fast travel between areas and much more!
  • Discover Naru’s past in two brand new environments
  • Master two powerful new abilities – Dash and Light Burst
  • Find new secret areas and explore Nibel faster by teleporting between Spirit Wells

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