World of Goo HD

 iOS
  • Publisher: 2D Boy
  • Release Date: Dec 16, 2010
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Mixed or average reviews- based on 83 Ratings

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  • Summary: World of Goo is a multiple award winning physics based puzzle / construction game made entirely by two guys.
    Drag and drop living, squirming, talking, globs of goo to build structures, bridges, cannonballs, zeppelins, and giant tongues.
    The millions of Goo Balls that live in the    World of Goo is a multiple award winning physics based puzzle / construction game made entirely by two guys.
    Drag and drop living, squirming, talking, globs of goo to build structures, bridges, cannonballs, zeppelins, and giant tongues.

    The millions of Goo Balls that live in the beautiful World of Goo are curious to explore - but they don't know that they are in a game, or that they are extremely delicious.

    Mysterious Levels - Each level is strange and dangerously beautiful, introducing new puzzles, areas, and the creatures that live in them.

    World of Goo Balls - Along the way, undiscovered new species of Goo Ball, each with unique abilities, come together to ooze through reluctant tales of discovery, love, conspiracy, beauty, electric power, and the third dimension.

    The Sign Painter - Someone is watching you.

    World of Goo Corporation - Congratulations! World of Goo Corporation is the Global Leader in Goo and Goo Related Product, including World of Goo Corporation Trademark Brand Soft Drink Beverage and World of Goo Corporation Trademark Brand Facial Exfoliating Lotion. Succulent!

    Massive Online Competition - Human players around the world compete in a living leaderboard to build the tallest towers of goo in World of Goo Corporation's mysterious sandbox. World of Goo Corporation is contractually obligated to state that everyone is a winner and is enthusiastic to celebrate everyone's tower building opportunities equally.
    Congratulations, and good luck!

    Awards and recognition for World of Goo:
    * Best Design -Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences
    * Best Downloadable Title -Game Developers Choice Awards
    * Best Design -Independent Games Festival
    * Technical Excellence -Independent Games Festival
    * Best Indie Game -Spike TV Video Game Awards
    * Game of the Year -Rock Paper Shotgun
    * Game of the Year -GameTunnel
    * Wii Game of the Year -IGN
    * Best PC Puzzle Game -IGN
    * Best Wii Puzzle Game -IGN
    * Best Artistic Design Wii -IGN
    * Best New IP Wii -IGN
    * Most Innovative Design Wii -IGN
    * Puzzler of the Year -Golden Joystick Awards    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. AppSafari
    Sep 30, 2011
    100
    World of Goo had stunning visuals prior to the upgrade to high definition graphics, but the addition of the HD graphics only enhances an already great experience. World of Goo HD is easily one of the best designed and most polished iPhone apps available on the market.
  2. Eurogamer
    Jan 27, 2011
    100
    The rest you probably know about already: the fantastic visuals, the cracked humour, the five contrasting chapters that keep you transfixed right to the end. If a better game ever comes to the iPad, you might well spontaneously combust.
  3. TouchArcade
    Jan 27, 2011
    100
    It's charm, level of polish, and stream of new mechanics and ideas will keep you invested, while its other qualities will probably make you wish that every game from this point forward could be as imaginative and intuitive.
  4. Modojo
    Feb 15, 2011
    100
    We literally have nothing bad to say about World of Goo. It's a wonderful puzzle game that every iPad owner needs to download. Prepare to spend hours, if not weeks, playing this one.
  5. IGN
    Jan 27, 2011
    95
    World of Goo is a perfect fit for the iPad. Using your fingers to interact with the goo is such an organic experience – there is nothing mechanical about it.
  6. Pocket Gamer UK
    Jan 27, 2011
    90
    Oozing charm and smart design, World of Goo is the best physics puzzler available on iPad.
  7. Wired
    Mar 2, 2011
    90
    I played World of Goo previously on my PC, but the iPad version's controls are a lot more suited to the game. Stacking goo balls by dragging them with your finger is faster, not to mention more fun.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. dnztanaci
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Best mobile game I have ever played. The art style is just amazing, and the puzzles are fun. There are some issues, but compared to otherBest mobile game I have ever played. The art style is just amazing, and the puzzles are fun. There are some issues, but compared to other mobile games, it is a masterpiece.… Expand
  2. Simich110
    Apr 11, 2014
    10
    I can only think of a maximum 2 games that is better for iOS this works for phone and tablet Very good soundtrack as well as gameplay VeryI can only think of a maximum 2 games that is better for iOS this works for phone and tablet Very good soundtrack as well as gameplay Very challenging even for adults a 10 for for me You feel me!… Expand
  4. Areyouahuman
    Dec 31, 2013
    9
    Pros:

    -Best soundtrack ever (4.3 +) -Challenging gameplay (2+) -Simple Story (2+) -Decent Visuals (1+) Cons: -Couldn't find any    Pros:

    -Best soundtrack ever (4.3 +)
    -Challenging gameplay (2+)
    -Simple Story (2+)
    -Decent Visuals (1+)

    Cons:

    -Couldn't find any (0-)

    Overall Score: 9.3. Awesome.    … Expand
  5. Jswin
    Apr 7, 2016
    9
    Intelligent and addictive. The most original iOS game I've played in ages, despite being six years old. The gameplay is more challenging thanIntelligent and addictive. The most original iOS game I've played in ages, despite being six years old. The gameplay is more challenging than I expected, but 'fair' thanks to intuitive physics. Great fun.… Expand
  6. Dovahbear
    Jun 6, 2013
    9
    Beautiful, creative, smart, funny
    4 words to describe this game.
    I played this game for over 4 days (4 hours daily) and I'm getting still my    Beautiful, creative, smart, funny
    4 words to describe this game.
    I played this game for over 4 days (4 hours daily) and I'm getting still my brain mindf**ked (not completed).    … Expand
  7. jyf15
    Feb 24, 2021
    5
    It's pretty bad that this game has no cloud save feature and thus the save is permanently tied to an iOS device, instead of your Apple ID.
  8. Stormwooper
    Jan 7, 2021
    4
    I really dont know why this simple mobile game that is pretty frustrating rates higher than smash bros ultimate huh

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