Reviewers Liked
- Black and white visuals
- Excellent sound design
- Thoughtful puzzles with lots of variety
- Hidden secrets reward a second play-through
- Stunning art style
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Ends abruptly
- Involves a fair amount of trial and error
Limbo
Limbo is a beautifully designed masterpiece of a platform game, that will chill, challenge and charm in equal measure.
-- As reviewed by PCGamer
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