Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee - New 'n' Tasty

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 383 Ratings

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  1. Gabriel192
    Jul 23, 2014
    10
    That's how all remakes should be made. This version of the game produced by J.A.W maintains what makes the original a classic while adding several improvements that don't comprimise the creative vision that the original had. For example, the game has added versatility in its difficulty, allowing people who felt frustrated with the original enjoy the game. Controlling Abe feels diferent,That's how all remakes should be made. This version of the game produced by J.A.W maintains what makes the original a classic while adding several improvements that don't comprimise the creative vision that the original had. For example, the game has added versatility in its difficulty, allowing people who felt frustrated with the original enjoy the game. Controlling Abe feels diferent, it feels better, the controls seem to respond better, but there was no loss of the feeling that I controling a real person, or should I say, a real creature. Somehow they managed to find that perfect balance betwen responsive controls and the feel that i am controlling a real penson.This has always been one of the things I liked most about the original games, the fact that you were controlling a real person, this combined with the extremely peculiar world that Lorne Lanning created passed that first positive first impression that the game provide, thats what called the player's attention. However, the appeal of the game went beyond that, it went far deeper, the game have excellent game mechanics and there's a sensational narrative, with several implied messages that can be reflected by the player, allowing him to take his own conclusions. More important than that is the fact that the gameplay is in total confluence with the story, it is totally different from modern games that compromise the story just because shoot 'em in the head is what sells,it isn't that game that developers create a cgi scene there they want you to care about the character, and when he gives you control of the character he send hordes of enemies for you to shoot , I don't see any person who can sympathize with a murderer. Any violence in oddworld, the creators can get away with it through irony. The gameplay isnt against the narrative, this is one of that special games that the gameplay doesnt work against the narrative, it works in favor of the narrative, making a emotional atachment with the player and the character of the game that few other mediums can achieve, its one of that special games that is very atmosferic.All the improvements help to create a more compealing atmosfere, the game looks more real than ever, the jump to 3D and no flipscreen help the game create a more cinematic feel ( sometimes the camera angles change ) . More important than ever is , despite being an all new game, this remake keeps what made the original apealing, it has its creative vision, it is a remake that remaster the classic to the 21st century. One of the things i absolute love about this game is the pace of it, it provides a nice challenge but at the same time it isnt that much that game that you are in constant battle and must have very fast reflexes, its a game that you can take your time, you have to be patient to be a good player, and the best thing is that because of the great controls i aways feel that i died because of me and not because of the game.… Expand
  2. GaboAmorim
    Sep 19, 2014
    8
    I like it, this game is fun and curious. I've never played the original version, but I can say: this in an awesome game, with great puzzles and beautiful graphics. For it price it's a definitely must buy if you like this kind of game.
  3. kevgt8957
    Jul 29, 2014
    10
    Abe is back for the best game of the year. The background of the game is realistic and living, Abe and all mudokons are so hilarious. Now I want the next game ... Exoddus ;)
  4. FogCityRoller
    Oct 24, 2014
    10
    Oddworld Inhabitants have been the secret gem of the game development world for almost twenty years. I remember getting Abe's Odyssey for the PS1 and just falling in love with everything about this game. The environment, the characters, the storyline, the struggles. Everything is executed to such perfection. Being able to relive those memories on the new systems with updated graphics is aOddworld Inhabitants have been the secret gem of the game development world for almost twenty years. I remember getting Abe's Odyssey for the PS1 and just falling in love with everything about this game. The environment, the characters, the storyline, the struggles. Everything is executed to such perfection. Being able to relive those memories on the new systems with updated graphics is a dream come true. Reboot status: epic.… Expand
  5. TroggHugger
    Aug 25, 2014
    10
    Incredibly beautifully game completely reconstructed from the ground up of the 1997 classic. This game sets a standard for quality in excellence toward how remasters SHOULD be approached.
  6. ThiouZ
    Mar 28, 2015
    8
    Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty ! Cool, c'est le remake de l'Odyssée d'Abe, un jeu mythique de la playstation sorti en 1997 =).
    Voilà sans vous refaire le scenario puisqu'il est identique à la version originale, vous incarnez Abe l'esclave mudokon qui part affronter son destin pour sauver son peuple.
    Les différentes épreuves sont toutes plus variées les unes que les autres avec un bon niveau de    Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty ! Cool, c'est le remake de l'Odyssée d'Abe, un jeu mythique de la playstation sorti en 1997 =).
    Voilà sans vous refaire le scenario puisqu'il est identique à la version originale, vous incarnez Abe l'esclave mudokon qui part affronter son destin pour sauver son peuple.
    Les différentes épreuves sont toutes plus variées les unes que les autres avec un bon niveau de difficulté tout de même accrochez vous !!
    Graphiquement, c'est très réussi, idem pour la prise en main et l'ambiance est tout aussi bonne que l'original, je vous le recommande. Amicalement    … Expand
  7. JordanWarlow
    Mar 21, 2015
    8
    I am a die hard fan of the original games so some of these points are just my opinion compared to the original game.

    Pros: - game looks great, graphics and art design is fantastic, a bit too much bloom though. - the game is better with quick save - alf's escape is a good bonus - easy mode as well as the original 1 hit death. Cons- - controls are not as tight as original - the    I am a die hard fan of the original games so some of these points are just my opinion compared to the original game.

    Pros:
    - game looks great, graphics and art design is fantastic, a bit too much bloom though.
    - the game is better with quick save
    - alf's escape is a good bonus
    - easy mode as well as the original 1 hit death.

    Cons-
    - controls are not as tight as original
    - the game somehow doesn't feel as dark as original in tone, it doesn't quite have that weird intriguing vibe.
    - voices are pretty good, but a lot of sounds are not as loud as original,
    and mix in with the in game music and ambiance, and that's after i turned the sound fx to full,
    I used to get a sort of jump scare in the original when a scrab would kill me in the original.
    - minor glitches and minor broken sound, i had a scrab glitch still once and sometimes my shrykull was completely silent.
    -quick save is awesome but it makes the game fairly easy even on hard but this is just a tiny nit pick.

    overall: 8.0/10
    I struggle to give this game an 8.5, maybe because i'm just such a fan of the original, and lets not forget the original was not a quite masterpiece to begin with, Exoddus is the masterpiece.
    anyway, give this game a try though, it's worth it!    … Expand
  8. Nejo-Goldsmith
    Jul 23, 2014
    9
    I am a die-hard fan of the original. Sure, it had some flaws, but it was still awesome. I loved everything about it. The graphics, the controls, the game play, the puzzles, and especially the atmosphere. This remake is extremely surprising. It is the same game, but totally different. The controls, the level design, the game play mechanics. The game is like a completely new game. Which is aI am a die-hard fan of the original. Sure, it had some flaws, but it was still awesome. I loved everything about it. The graphics, the controls, the game play, the puzzles, and especially the atmosphere. This remake is extremely surprising. It is the same game, but totally different. The controls, the level design, the game play mechanics. The game is like a completely new game. Which is a good thing. So if I were to mention what I loved about it, I would say that it has excellent controls, great level design, and is true to the original, yet offers something both fans, and new comers would enjoy. However, it does come with its own flaws. The Easy and Medium modes are WAY too easy (They even added a health bar). Some NPCs don't respond on time or get easily distracted (Happened to me once or twice, so it isn't that big of a deal). But the biggest complaint I have with it is that the atmosphere is completely gone. The game is now less creepy, and more comedic. The silly lines that Mudokens and Sligs mutter during game play are kinda annoying, and pretty loud. You can turn down the volume of voices, but still. I just love almost everything about this game, and would have given it a 9 or a 10, if it weren't for the atmosphere change. It felt less like an Oddworld, and more like a new game... But is that bad? Well... You decide. I am just providing my opinion.… Expand
  9. Kaniya
    Jul 26, 2014
    9
    OddWorld games are so memorable to all PlayStation One fans. Having OddWorld remake based on its original news was one the best news for this gaming industry. The wait was totally worth it and the final product is just as awesome as I was expecting. Everything we loved about the original oddworld is here along with 3D graphics and a more living looking world. THe unique art style of theOddWorld games are so memorable to all PlayStation One fans. Having OddWorld remake based on its original news was one the best news for this gaming industry. The wait was totally worth it and the final product is just as awesome as I was expecting. Everything we loved about the original oddworld is here along with 3D graphics and a more living looking world. THe unique art style of the game is more appearing than before and its just fantastic with all the awesome choice of colors in the game.
    gameplay is awesome, for the first time ever in the series we are actually able to adjust the difficulty, the game features lots of improvements over the original game and as well all the memorable environments and levels are all created in the 3D form.
    the level of challenge is pretty much easy on normal difficulties so if u are looking for a true OddWorld experience then go for the hardest one. The number of MudKons are increased from 99 to 299 as well. Overall this game an awesome game and every penny you pay for it is worth it. Please buy and support this game !
    only con i have to mention is the unnecessary co-op mode, i would have prefer more level of contents.    … Expand
  10. masterjohnson1
    Jul 23, 2014
    10
    this is one of the first games I played on the PS1 and I enjoyed it back then, now that they have remade it for the PS4 I got it as soon as it came out and enjoyed it all over again, this is a very enjoyable game and everyone will enjoy it if they get it
  11. O_OLokiO_O
    Jul 22, 2014
    9
    Abe's Odyssey was one of my favorite videogames. If you've never played it, you should almost certainly check this out. It's one of the better games on the PS4. If you liked the first game, this is almost obsessively the same, everything is just better. The graphics are better, the controls and mechanics are better. The cutscenes are better. Everything about it is better. Also, I neverAbe's Odyssey was one of my favorite videogames. If you've never played it, you should almost certainly check this out. It's one of the better games on the PS4. If you liked the first game, this is almost obsessively the same, everything is just better. The graphics are better, the controls and mechanics are better. The cutscenes are better. Everything about it is better. Also, I never really noticed how violent this game is. I'm not one for games with a message, but this one kind of hit home. You are a mudoken, a slave, working in rupture farms. They got rich selling paramite pies and scrab cakes, but now the paramites and the scrabs are going extinct, and their profits are falling, so now they're going to eat you. You have to escape and save your friends, or let them die and see what happens. The graphics are wonderfully beautiful. Also, I tried getting the original 2 games on my Vita, but with L2 and R2 being mapped to either the nonfunctional rear touch pad or the front screen, the games are basically unplayable, for once I can play these games properly. And I get to play the best version. It's going to take a while to work my way through it because it's a pretty substantial game, but it appears that they have obsessively recreated the original and only made things prettier and better. It does all you can expect from an HD remake. It doesn't ruin the game (Silent Hill 2 HD Fog), it's the exact same game for better or worse. Maybe they could have innovated a bit, but that would just be messing with the source material and people would be angry. I can say with some certainty that this is a good game. I mean I already played it, so it's good, because I remember. How much better this is, is kind of up in the air. I like the graphics and PLEASE RELEASE THE VITA VERSION.... sorry.... sorry.... *tick* That's an unconscious reflex, it cannot be prevented. Well, I appear to have gone insane. It's a decent game, worth checking out, especially if you didn't play the original but *especially* if you've played the original. And look um, I've really been looking forward to this game, I like it, it's great. And if they reach some very modest sales targets, they're going to remake Abe's Exodus. Abe's Exodus was the better game. I want to see that happen. =( {Hey everybody go buy Rogue Legacy}… Expand
  12. Skunkgp
    Jul 24, 2014
    10
    I grew up with the oddworld series, and couldn't wait to play this might as well be new game, after all it's more then just a remake. That being said they did a great job at staying true to the oddworld we all knew and loved, yet feels fresh. Great graphics, sound, gameplay, everything! The voices are maybe a little quite, but that's just a nitpick. Otherwise perfect game! Buy it you won'tI grew up with the oddworld series, and couldn't wait to play this might as well be new game, after all it's more then just a remake. That being said they did a great job at staying true to the oddworld we all knew and loved, yet feels fresh. Great graphics, sound, gameplay, everything! The voices are maybe a little quite, but that's just a nitpick. Otherwise perfect game! Buy it you won't regret it, especially if you want to see another oddworld game, this one needs so many sales.… Expand
  13. zanella_marco
    Oct 10, 2014
    8
    Posso confermare New 'n' Tasty un acquisto consigliatissimo, a chi ancora non conosce questo franchise e sopratutto a chi ha amato i suoi predecessori. Un remake ben sviluppato anche se non privo di difetti, fedele all'iconico Abe's Oddysee che ha scritto il proprio nome nella storia PlayStation, destinato a diventare un lascito per le generazioni future. Al lancio, il prezzo di New 'n'Posso confermare New 'n' Tasty un acquisto consigliatissimo, a chi ancora non conosce questo franchise e sopratutto a chi ha amato i suoi predecessori. Un remake ben sviluppato anche se non privo di difetti, fedele all'iconico Abe's Oddysee che ha scritto il proprio nome nella storia PlayStation, destinato a diventare un lascito per le generazioni future. Al lancio, il prezzo di New 'n' Tasty è di €21, per un titolo che vi terrà incollati allo schermo per le 6-7 ore neccessarie a completarlo. In un mondo diabolico e pieno di pericoli, in un orribile stabilimento di lavorazione della carne, riuscirete a salvarvi o sarete il prossimo piatto del menu?… Expand
  14. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    8
    Rescue your fellow meat factory slaves in this nostalgic, classic platformer with the latest immersive graphics and design. Find your destiny. Once a happy floor waxer in Oddworld's biggest meat processing plant, Abe stumbled across his boss's secret plan to turn the factory's slave labour force into the latest in the RuptureFarms Tasty Treats line of novelty meat snacks. Abe now has toRescue your fellow meat factory slaves in this nostalgic, classic platformer with the latest immersive graphics and design. Find your destiny. Once a happy floor waxer in Oddworld's biggest meat processing plant, Abe stumbled across his boss's secret plan to turn the factory's slave labour force into the latest in the RuptureFarms Tasty Treats line of novelty meat snacks. Abe now has to save his own skin from the grinders even if simply escaping the flesh farm is only the start of his Oddysee. Trigger-happy hunting parties, carnivorous sacred beasts, ancient temple traps and even a return to his former workplace await Abe on his journey to discover his people's heritage.… Expand
  15. Sceptic
    Mar 27, 2015
    9
    A fantastic remake of an exquisite game occaisionally let down by imprecise controls.The new difficulty settings would be welcomed by some,though the only way to play this game is on hard.Exoddus please!
  16. BemaJinn
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    Abe's Oddysee was one of my all time favourite games when I was a but a mini-gamer. Now they have gone and remade the game for today's market and new fangled technology!

    It still has all the essence of the original, just with a face-lift and a few difficulty concessions - Which are welcomed. I won't lie, i never completed the game as a child without cheats, despite it being one of my    Abe's Oddysee was one of my all time favourite games when I was a but a mini-gamer. Now they have gone and remade the game for today's market and new fangled technology!

    It still has all the essence of the original, just with a face-lift and a few difficulty concessions - Which are welcomed. I won't lie, i never completed the game as a child without cheats, despite it being one of my all time favourite games, which is why i am happy i can now play it to completion! If you're a hardcore Abe fan and won't take anything less than the original difficulty, then there is a Hard mode, which brings you closer to the original experience.

    Overall, other than a few audio bugs (Which don't detract from the game thanks to visual cues), this games is amazing and i am having a blast! Well done JAW!    … Expand
  17. dugazoid
    Apr 25, 2016
    9
    A perfect example of how a remake must be done: nice graphics, nice sound and a really good control.

    Let's hope that next game (Exxodus) is also remaked.
  18. Darandomfish
    Aug 17, 2014
    8
    Absolutely beautiful game! Played the original through twice as a kid so opted for the "Hard" difficulty to recreate the feel of the original. Controls have been switched around quite a bit from the original (mostly for the better) but overall control is less polished than the original. The biggest downside is the general unresponsiveness of the jump this time around - standing horizontalAbsolutely beautiful game! Played the original through twice as a kid so opted for the "Hard" difficulty to recreate the feel of the original. Controls have been switched around quite a bit from the original (mostly for the better) but overall control is less polished than the original. The biggest downside is the general unresponsiveness of the jump this time around - standing horizontal jumps are annoyingly sloppy having to press jump and then tilting right just after because tilting the left stick controls walk and run now based on the angle. Furthermore, there are several times when I have been shot by an enemy when I have been on a moving platform way out of the line of fire, and died. Also a couple of animations and sounds haven't made the jump the way to the new version! Most of these things can be fixed with updates, but still a really good game, just like it was in '97… Expand
  19. Platty20
    Sep 5, 2014
    8
    As a die hard fan of the original ps1 game I was both massively excited and extremely cautious of this remake of one of my all time favourite games. I'm happy to say J.a.w have succeeded in modernising the original without sacrificing what was great about it, for the most part. Transitioning from the ps1 to ps4 controls takes a bit of getting used to at first but it quickly becomes easyAs a die hard fan of the original ps1 game I was both massively excited and extremely cautious of this remake of one of my all time favourite games. I'm happy to say J.a.w have succeeded in modernising the original without sacrificing what was great about it, for the most part. Transitioning from the ps1 to ps4 controls takes a bit of getting used to at first but it quickly becomes easy and a joy to play. The new additions brought to the game are for the better with choices of difficulty, the quick save function, and of course the wonderful new graphics that really bring oddworld to life. My only real complaint is how the tone of the game has changed, where the original had a dark and unsettling atmosphere part of that has been lost in this remake. The biggest example of this is in the cutscenes that add silly cartoonish moments like Abe "comedically" falling over after receiving the shrykull power, or when entering the paramonian temple and seeing Sligs caught up in webs just comes off as goofy rather than intimidating, it's as if the cutscenes adapted the style of munch's oddysee which isn't a positive thing. Other than that the game is good where it counts, the original endearing oddysee of Abe is still here along with almost perfect game play for the genre, old fans and newcomers should give Abe a go and ensure the future delivers brand new games set within the world of odd.… Expand
  20. larryman
    Sep 12, 2014
    10
    Abe's original was the first really beautiful looking game of its time. Still the best and most addictive side scrolling adventures until now... what a trip back memory lane and with wonderful graphics. Playing it at the moment and loving it. By far the best ps4 game out at the moment. Hats off.... That is a remake..!!!
  21. DanishDan
    Apr 22, 2015
    9
    Very nice, fun game. Good puzzles, and good controls. Definitely recommended. The story is nice, simple, but probably you'll need subtitles. Graphics upgrade make it look very nice even on a big screen.
  22. jozee1981
    May 13, 2015
    10
    I was already a fan of the original version but now I love it even more! This remake made we want to play through it multiple times (which I plan on doing) and I will definitely buy the sequels if they are released. Enhanced graphics are amazing! Must buy if you like the original games and/or if you just enjoy playing the classics!
  23. stamito
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    For those who played the original game, this is basically exactly the same stuff but with better graphics. In my opinion this is good and I have to say the game felt exactly the same. Abe is simply lovable and the setting is just excellent, dark but at the same time funny. This game has in my opinion a very enjoyable story, very interesting but also very different in the way you experienceFor those who played the original game, this is basically exactly the same stuff but with better graphics. In my opinion this is good and I have to say the game felt exactly the same. Abe is simply lovable and the setting is just excellent, dark but at the same time funny. This game has in my opinion a very enjoyable story, very interesting but also very different in the way you experience it. Normally, you would experience a story by what it says in words supported by other stuff (music etc.). However, this game tells a story with very few words feeding from a simple base but thanks to the way the characters behave, the gestures, the venues, the ‘music’ etc. the story is very enjoyable in emotional terms. Said that, the gameplay is kind of puzzle platforming, meaning you basically go around jumping and stuff but you have to use your brains a bit if you don’t want to die. I heard a lot of people got frustrated because they found the original too hard. For those, there is an ‘easy’ mode now so, no excuse for anybody to go and give this awesome and very different game a try.… Expand
  24. Barnes1987
    Mar 8, 2017
    8
    A very fun game to play and has major graphical improvements over the original PS1 classic. It feels familiar yet strange when playing but they really have done a great job with this overall. If you own a PS4 then stop wasting time reading this and give it a go.
  25. DeathByTiger
    Jul 26, 2017
    10
    This game is the JAM! It takes an already fun/challenging game and bumps the graphics and performance way up. I played this game to death when I was kid and I'm pumped that I get to do the same now.
  26. kdo_nascimento
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Molecada Nutella que não sabe o que é um jogo bom. Jogadores de Freefire não deveriam ter direito de dar uma nota.
  27. hector_bcn98
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    Qué locura la dificultad de este juego. No lo han cambiado ni un ápice del original de PlayStation y yo me alegro por ello. Terminarlo da una gran satisfacción.
  28. mitsarakos
    Sep 23, 2022
    9
    Very good game, worth giving your money. I enjoyed it very much. Its relaxing and doable
  29. Jattaman
    Sep 19, 2022
    8
    Bel remake del puzzle-platform per PSX.
    Grafica dallo stile inconfondibile, ambientazioni ispirate.
    Giocabilità discreta, con controlli un po' rigidi.
    Puzzle interessanti e ben studiati.
    Personaggi simpaticissimi.
  30. gabfbz2331
    Mar 12, 2022
    9
    creative beautiful great gameplay funny aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

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#22 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#52 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#39 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 22, 2014
    90
    It’s been a long time since any game offered me such an engaging challenge and rewarded with so much satisfaction. [10/2014, p.62]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Sep 19, 2014
    85
    Just as delicious as we remember it, but now cut much thicker and slathered with gorgeous graphical garnish. Bon appetit. [October 2014, p74]
  3. games(TM)
    Sep 8, 2014
    90
    New ‘N’ Tasty is exactly what it claims to be: a new experience still instantly familiar to anyone that played the original, and vital playing for those that didn’t. Oddworld was a defining presence on the Playstation, and New ‘N’ Tasty will remain a defining experience on the new generation of consoles, too. It’s a pleasure to see a remaster done so well.
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