Bound

Plastic·Released Aug 16, 2016·Single player

Platforms: PS4
Genres: PlatformerPuzzleAdventure

Critic71/100

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Bound is a 3D platformer designed for people with the desire to concentrate on the narrative side of games and experience a mature story. On the other side of the spectrum, Bound is also being prepared for hardcore gamers looking for the challenge of one big puzzle that can be only solved by a community of players working together.

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5 reviews

GameSpot

Justin Clark·Aug 18, 2016

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What Bound lacks in challenging gameplay, it makes up for in breathtaking awe.

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Polygon

Colin Campbell·Aug 15, 2016

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Bound is an imperfect but enchanting reminder of the power of art

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Eurogamer

Edwin Evans-Thirlwell·Aug 15, 2016

Critic75/100

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All the Princess can do is dance, but while she dances she is untouchable. Tap X and she launches into a grand jeté, to…

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Game Informer

Kyle Hilliard·Aug 15, 2016

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Bound is not a consistently engaging experience, but it leaves behind an impressive visual memory.

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Push Square

Sammy Barker·Aug 15, 2016

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Bound is beautifully presented and will make you think, but its basic platforming doesn't have the legs that developer Plastic thinks it has. Fans of emotionally charged titles like Gone Home will be satisfied with what's on offer here – but those looking for a quality platformer may want to dance with something a little more competent in that department.

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