I love Inside (Patreon)

I'll definitely be talking about Inside in my Game Maker's Playlist video for July, but I couldn't wait a whole month to recommend this game to you all.

 

It's a brilliant puzzle platformer from the guys and gals behind Limbo. It's a lot like Limbo, actually, but even better and more sophisticated. It has terrific animation (some of the best ever), a haunting vibe, and a real dedication to minimalism. This is a game that does a lot with a little.

It does a great job of telling you about its world, and exploring its themes, through the gameplay itself. Which is always good. And it likes to subvert your expectations, and surprise you. This is a game where I played large sections with my mouth open in amazement and shock.

There are some fantastic set pieces that will stick in my mind forever, and it's an altogether gorgeous game. Many scenes would make brilliant wallpapers.

It's out now on Xbox One and will hit Steam on July 7th. No word on a PS4 version, yet. Whatever your system of choice, don't miss this one. It's going to be on a lot of Game of the Year lists come December.