Ori and the Blind Forest is a single-playerplatform-adventure Metroidvania video gamedesigned by Moon Studios, an independent developer, and published by Microsoft Studios. The game was released on March 11, 2015 for Microsoft Windows and Xbox One. A Definitive Edition was released for Xbox Oneon March 11, 2016, and for Windows on April 27, 2016.
Players assume control of Ori, a white guardian spirit, who has the ability to wall jump and pairs up with a spirit named Sein, the "light and eyes" of the Forest's Spirit Tree, who is able to shoot Spirit Flames. To progress in the game, players are tasked to move between platforms and solve puzzles. The game also features a system called "soul links", which allows players to save at will, and an upgrade system that gives players the ability to strengthen Ori's skills.
The game was developed by Moon Studios, which does not have a headquarters. The development team members are from around the world. The game was acquired by Microsoft Studios a year after the beginning of the game's development. The game story was inspired by The Lion King and The Iron Giant, while some of the gameplay elements were inspired by Rayman and Metroidfranchises.
Upon release, the game received critical acclaim, with players praising the game's gameplay, art style, story, action sequences, and environmental design. Moon Studios co-founder Gennadiy Korol said the game was profitable for the company within a few weeks after its initial launch.
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