The 'Ori' Series, A True Journey

Hey everyone! It's your lad, Galaxy Gaymer! 

Some of the most amazing games in existence really tug at the heart strings. In fact, I think emotional aspects can truly make or break any game. I for one am really drawn to games if they make me feel something, even deep down.

Ori and The Blind Forest is an adorable, yet touching game where the main character, Ori, gets lost in a storm in a forest. The main focus of the game is to find your way through The Blind Forest in order to find the elements of the forest itself. This is all done through multiple different power ups and very exact movements in a metroidvania/ platformer style.

I found Ori and The Blind Forest very whimsical and magical because every time you come to a new area, it gets even more visually pleasing. The soundtrack is also a huge highlight as it is pretty light, but highly affective. I also adore how there are so many touching, beautiful moments, which makes all the difficulty of beating the levels all the more worth it.

The sequel to Ori and The Blind Forest, Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a new entry to the Ori franchise that has just come out. With a familiar feeling, with refreshing aspects, this game is an even bigger open world where you need to scale more challenges than ever, all while visiting some new, amazing areas. Friendship is intended to be a huge part of this game, and it really shows.

One thing I really appreciate about this new entry to the franchise in the new concept of having customisation in it. Not only is there now a hub world, but it is customisable the more you progress in the game. Like the first game, you learn a variety of new moves that can help you get past areas that you can easily come back to at any time. The soundtrack is also somehow even more beautiful than ever.

I think anybody could enjoy the Ori series. Not only is it brilliant, yet challenging, but I find it is really the kind of game that constantly tugs at our heart strings and makes you want to keep going until it is completed. I really look forward to the possibilities that could come next in this franchise, and I believe everyone should at least give this game a fair try. I'll be playing it from now until we see a new entry to the series eventually.

What is a game that has taken you on an emotional journey? Comment down below! Also a huge thank you to Xbox for sending me a review copy of Ori and the Will of the Wisps! I really appreciate the opportunity and I'm really grateful! 

Have a nice day!

Love, Galaxy Gaymer