Outer Wilds is a game that’s best played going into it as blind as possible. So much of what makes this game so magical is defined by way of non linear discovery, problem solving, and player ingenuity so I’ll try to keep this brief and get down to brass tacks. All I want to say for now is that this is one of the most unique gaming experiences that i’ve had throughout the year. From the way that it rewards and incentivizes exploration and curiosity, to how it so brilliantly conveys its story through subtle world building and organic discoveries, to its engaging and deeply satisfying gameplay loop, its fun and challenging puzzles, to the absolutely beautiful art style and the wistfully atmospheric soundtrack that adds so much to this game. All of this culminates into an unforgettable, profoundly emotionally affecting, and wonderfully paced adventure that’s full of creative surprises and blistering excitement in equal measure. This game is undeniably a masterpiece and i’m frankly ecstatic that it managed to live up to the hype so thoroughly.