Omno

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Total Reviews: 30

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Omno has a life-affirming quality to it, an enjoyable journey through a magical world. There are some issues with the platforming, but Omno’s beautiful environments, inspired design, and phenomenal soundtrack make it an unforgettable journey.

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Critic Reviews: 30

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# Reviews: 30

Omno has a life-affirming quality to it, an enjoyable journey through a magical world. There are some issues with the platforming, but Omno's beautiful environments, inspired design, and phenomenal soundtrack make it an unforgettable journey.

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8/10

IGN Italy (Giovanni Marrelli)

A colorful journey that leads the player to explore some fantastic biomes and shines thanks to a beautiful soundtrack.

July 29, 2021 |

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If you have any interest in puzzle-platformers, don’t let Omno pass you by. It’s one of the most heartwarming adventures you can experience on PlayStation 4 with a level of charm seldom found in the medium.

August 3, 2021 |

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8/10

Martyn Locker (PlayStation Universe)

8.5/10

Robby Bisschop (ThisGenGaming)

Omno is a gorgeous and serene journey that succeeded in the rarest of achievements: it managed to make me feel relaxed. Completing each area in the game left me with a sense of accomplishment and the wholesome interactions with the world and its inhabitants will linger for some time to come.

August 2, 2021 |

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IGN Italy (Giovanni Marrelli)

8/10 - (Read Review)

A colorful journey that leads the player to explore some fantastic biomes and shines thanks to a beautiful soundtrack.

Martyn Locker (PlayStation Universe)

8/10 - (Read Review)

Robby Bisschop (ThisGenGaming)

8.5/10 - (Read Review)

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Read the Reviews (30 total)

Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
33bits	Fernando Sánchez	80 / 100	12-21-2021	OMNO is a little adventure in a 3D platforming environment that works more as an experience than anything else. And the truth is that it does not do anything wrong. With strong inspiration from Journey, we will advance through the game world on our pilgrimage of light. 4 hours of a beautiful and interesting experience await us.	Read review
BaziCenter	Omid Sedigh Imani	8 / 10	08-30-2021	Omno is not flawless, but it can entertain you with its great music and simple but eventually shocking story. Don’t miss it, especially if you already have Game Pass.	Read review
Bazimag	Ali Rezazadeh	8.5 / 10	07-29-2021	It may only take five hours to finish, but Omno is an incredibly peaceful experience and visually stunning 3D puzzle platformer game with solid puzzles, platforming, and exploration. A remarkable feat for a solo developer.	Read review
Checkpoint Gaming	Vivienne Wright	7 / 10	08-05-2021	Omno is an enjoyable and visually beautiful experience. While there are some elements of the gameplay that feel lacking and where you’ll feel like you’re taking a backseat, it accomplishes what it sets out to do with its relaxed approach to puzzles and exploration. It will give you an atmospheric adventure to immerse yourself in for a few hours, and maybe as a bonus, leave you with a nice warm fuzzy feeling. And sometimes, that’s just what you’re looking for.	Read review
Eurogamer	Christian Donlan	Recommended	08-06-2021	Omno offers a dreamy blend of platforming and puzzling with a feel for player freedom.	Read review
Everyeye.it	Gabriele Laurino	7 / 10	08-04-2021	Inspired and delicate on the visual and musical side, Omno’s journey does not convince to the end, also thanks to a somewhat hasty ending and a moral conveyed with slight superficiality.	Read review
Explosion Network	Jacob Hegarty	8.5 / 10	08-16-2021	Playing Omno was a great way to unwind; I found myself lost in this enchanting creation between the uncrowded world, the charming fauna and flora, and the melodious music.	Read review
FingerGuns	Kat Bullock	9 / 10	07-29-2021	Omno is an atmospheric, adventure puzzle game that certainly gives similar games in its genre a run for their money. It’s Charming, vibrant and with stunning design. The story lacks slightly, and would benefit from more direction, however gameplay is diverse with many ways to play. If you love games like Journey, it will be hard not to fall in love with Omno.	Read review
Generación Xbox	Pedro Alexis	7.7 / 10	08-08-2021	‎There is a fact that I did not mention before and it is precisely that I wanted to save it for the end, it is a ‎‎game made by a single person‎‎ and that deserves to be recognized, especially when you notice a quality product. Jonas Manke gives us a relaxed and well-worked adventure that I recommend without any problem.‎	Read review
Hey Poor Player	Andrew Thornton	3.5 / 5 stars	07-30-2021	Omno will provide most players with three or four pleasant hours. Despite a few frustrating moments, I really enjoyed most of my time with it. For a short game though, which doesn’t do much new and which doesn’t quite reach the level of similar titles like Journey or Arise, that can make for an uneasy recommendation. That’s the joy of Game Pass, though. When considering what to spend your money on, a few pleasant hours may or may not be enough. For those who can play it for no extra cost however, that makes this an easy game to check out. Players on other platforms may need to think about whether this is the right title for them, but Game Pass subscribers should give Omno a chance. I think you’ll be happy you did so.	Read review
IGN Italy	Giovanni Marrelli	8 / 10	07-29-2021	A colorful journey that leads the player to explore some fantastic biomes and shines thanks to a beautiful soundtrack.	Read review
JVL	French_Fantasy	7 / 10	08-07-2021	Being developed by only one person, Omno is a real artistic feat. More than its vibes that strongly recall Journey, the title seduces with its singular universe, its beautiful environments and its creatures with an inspired design. An artistic success, unfortunately marred by technical worries and collisions that tarnish the experience and single a rhythm that could have been ideal.	Read review
KeenGamer	Kara Phillips	7 / 10	01-22-2022	OMNO is a relaxing experience for anyone looking to escape for a little while. There’s enough to keep players involved without feeling overwhelmed, and there’s enough charm to its design to keep it from being repetitive. As a whole, it’s a good game to pass the time, but not something you’d come back to time and time again.	Read review
New Game Network	Ben Thomas	70 / 100	08-18-2021	Those seeking a short, relaxing adventure will find that Omno has just the right mix, including a vibrant world filled with creatures, calming music, basic puzzles, and easy-going platforming.	Read review
Nintendo Life	Roland Ingram	7 / 10	12-15-2021	Solo developer Jonas Manke has aimed for the comfort of an easy-in-every-way game and hit the mark. The play feel of the later game and gorgeous environments are what lift it above a paint-by-numbers explore-em-up. It will test neither your skill nor your patience, with solid execution that respects the player’s time. While there’s little to blow you away, there’s lots to impress, delivered confidently and without asking much in return.	Read review
PC Invasion	Andrew Farrell	8 / 10	08-02-2021	Serene and pleasant, but short and uncomplicated, Omno has a lot of sights worth seeing.	Read review
PlayStation LifeStyle	Rebecca Smith	8 / 10	07-29-2021	OMNO is a game worth experiencing despite its minor faults, especially as it’s a great testament to what can be created by a single person. There’s no need for a complicated storyline, just simple puzzles and platforming to create a satisfying experience. The gratification comes from working things out on your own and making your own way to the Gate of Light through a journey that never become too difficult or frustrating.	Read review
PlayStation Universe	Martyn Locker	8 / 10	08-03-2021	If you have any interest in puzzle-platformers, don’t let Omno pass you by. It’s one of the most heartwarming adventures you can experience on PlayStation 4 with a level of charm seldom found in the medium.	Read review
PSX Brasil	Paulo Roberto Montanaro	90 / 100	08-05-2021	Very gently, Omno is a great dreamy journey through a peaceful and enchanting world. With an open narrative, simplified gameplay and artistic beauty, it is a cohesive and simple work, and even if it’s short, it turns out to be unforgettable.	Read review
Push Square	Robert Ramsey	8 / 10	08-02-2021	Omno clearly takes a lot of inspiration from the all-time great that is Journey, and often feels very similar in terms of gameplay pacing and overall tone. Omno never quite reaches the same emotional highs as Journey, but in some ways, it does actually build upon its predecessor’s groundwork, offering more opportunities for exploration and player freedom. Even if you’re just mulling around an area, interacting with strange creatures and soaking up the vibes, there’s a lot to like about this lovingly crafted title.	Read review
Rapid Reviews UK	Alicia Brunskill	5 / 5 stars	07-30-2021	I watched the trailer for Omno with that thrill rising inside me that only a well-put-together taster can inspire. I knew that I had to see what this title was all about. Were those tempting images gameplay, or simply a montage of cutscenes put there to whet my appetite? Read my Rapid Review below to find out answers to this question, and more.	Read review
Shacknews	Donovan Erskine	8 / 10	07-29-2021	Omno is an incredibly peaceful yet thoughtful adventure through the remnants of a lost civilization. The inviting nature of it all, coupled with the world’s diversity and vast array of creatures makes it one worth exploring. Though I had some issues with platforming, there’s enough there to make Omno quite an enjoyable experience.	Read review
TechRaptor	Catherine Dellosa	9 / 10	07-28-2021	Omno provides a great escape from this suffocating world we live in today through its complete absence of any gloom and doom. Jonas Manke a.k.a. StudioInkyfox initially created this passion project as an escape on Kickstarter, and it really does deliver. Just be sure to play this game on a platform that doesn’t just fulfill its minimum requirements-I had the misfortune of installing it first on a PC that was so choppy and laggy I couldn’t even make the shortest jump across two platforms.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Jason Coles	8 / 10	07-29-2021	My time with Omno was pleasant, and while I don’t think it’s a life-changing experience by any means, it does have a certain life-affirming quality to it. Simply put, Omno is an enjoyable journey through a magical world, where so many other games would fill such a setting with chaos.	Read review
ThisGenGaming	Robby Bisschop	8.5 / 10	08-02-2021	Omno is a gorgeous and serene journey that succeeded in the rarest of achievements: it managed to make me feel relaxed. Completing each area in the game left me with a sense of accomplishment and the wholesome interactions with the world and its inhabitants will linger for some time to come. Wholly recommended!	Read review
TrueAchievements	Heidi Nicholas	4 / 5 stars	07-29-2021	All in all, Omno is a wonderful addition to the platform, puzzle, and adventure genres, even if it doesn’t go so far as to completely reinvent them. If you’ve been feeling a little cooped up over the last few years, you might find that Omno offers some much-needed escapism. It’s easy to get lost in Omno, and what you’ll find is a wonderful adventure into a mysterious world — made even better by the fact that it’s on Xbox Game Pass.	Read review
TrueGaming	Unknown	7.5 / 10	07-31-2021	OMNO takes a step away from combat and challenge and strives to present a beautiful and calming adventure. It is a welcome break from the typical experiences.	Read review
Video Chums	A.J. Maciejewski	8.2 / 10	08-04-2021	Take it from someone who doesn’t usually enjoy unchallenging laidback adventures; OMNO is undoubtedly a wonderful experience. From its stylish visuals to its consistently rewarding collectibles and sense of progression, it really is the cat’s pajamas.	Read review
WayTooManyGames	Heidi Hawes	8 / 10	08-12-2021	I really enjoyed my time with Omno. I didn’t realize at first that it was a purely combat-free adventure when I started it, but the mild disappointment I felt from that revelation quickly disappeared as I got lost within its world’s secrets. It’s a mellow time, full of discovery and wonder.	Read review
Zoomg	محمد صادق تواضعی	9 / 10	09-07-2021	The structure of riddles is not so challenging to bore you and too simple to absorb, but they have a decent design, and the progressive combination of the game with music and the eye-catching visual effects of the game has made Omno one of the most relaxing games of the last few years.	Read review

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A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders. Full of puzzles, secrets and obstacles to overcome, where the power of a lost civilization will carry you through forests, deserts and tundras – even to the clouds. Besides offering an interactive world, Omno challenges you with puzzles, hidden secrets and obstacles to overcome in 3D puzzle platformer style.

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