Ori and the Blind Forest

Ori and the Blind Forest is a running and jumping game that places you in control of a diminutive guardian spirit. You traverse and solve platforming challenges to progress through the world while fighting off monsters. It's familiar territory but stands out for the way it blends its heartfelt story and beautiful world with the fast-paced platforming action.

CONTENT RATING

Mild Violence

PLATFORMS

Nintendo Switch

PC

Xbox One

POSITIVE GAMEPLAY

Exploration

Good Challenge

Resilience

Self-Sacrifice

Hand-Eye Co-Ordination

Low Pressure

Parent-Child Co-Play

Strong Challenge

PLAY STYLE

Player vs Enemies

You play Ori, a small elfin spirit who must restore the forest before it withers. You must travel to the farthest reaches of the wood, battling monsters and making friends as you go, in hopes of recovering the light of the three elements and keeping balance across the world.

Play involves moving through the forest by running, jumping, and dashing to avoid deadly pitfalls and obstacles. As you do new powers are unlocked that allow you to access areas originally impossible to get to. You fight enemies with your abilities and can even throw their own attacks back at them; from time to time you must take on large enemies, some filling most of the screen.

The result is a game that rewards exploration and experimentation when the way seems shut and offers surprising depth to its fast-paced and frantic combat. The marriage of calm and peaceful exploration with the heat of combat makes for an unusual yet engaging experience.

GAMEPLAY TRAILER

Good to know

Insights to ensure your child's gaming experience remains safe and enjoyable

Review difficulty level

Some children might feel frustrated with different game levels or obstacles. Talk to them about recognising when it's time to take a break and turn their attention somewhere else. Often, when they come back relaxed, they're more likely to find success.

Master skills together

Some platform games require a lot of skill and combination movements, which can be frustrating to master. For younger players, set time aside to help them learn and practise the skills.

Build resilience

Platform games can promote perseverance. Encourage children to "try, try again" until they succeed while taking regular breaks.

Skill level age

Suggested by Family Gaming Database

9+

Although fair and easy at the start, it quickly becomes a tough platforming challenge. Very young children will be attracted to the visuals, but are unlikely to have the dexterity and coordination to complete it. With the help of an adult or a more experienced helper, you could play at a younger age.