The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe

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  • Summary: The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Gaming Age
    May 10, 2022
    100
    I know that it’s weird to rave about a game without actually saying what it’s about, or what happens in it, or what you do. But as I said, the joy of The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is simply playing it, and watching as everything unfolds…and unfolds again…and then folds up and starts anew. It takes you in all kinds of unexpected directions with every playthrough, and you absolutely need to play it to fully understand what makes it great.
  2. App Trigger
    May 3, 2022
    95
    If you have never played Stanley Parable, you’re in for an excellent ride. Even if you have played it previously, you’re going to find a wealth of new content that has masterfully snuck itself in after several playthroughs, waiting to strike when you’ve all but fallen into your regular routine. Stanley Parable is still a masterclass in narrative storytelling and is absolutely worth revisiting (or visiting for the first time).
  3. Pocket Tactics
    May 4, 2022
    90
    Much like the original version, the Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is a cryptic manifesto on game design as much as it is a game in itself, made even more playable with responsive controls on Switch and no noticeable bugs or issues. On stepping out of office 427, you find laughter, existential crises, and moments of pure bewilderment in equal amounts, and you’ll cherish every second.
  4. Nintendo Life
    Apr 27, 2022
    90
    “NINE OUT OF TEN,” Alex bellowed as he wrote. “A thoroughly enjoyable expansion of an already classic game treated with love, care, and most importantly a meta awareness that pays tribute to everything that made The Stanley Parable so beloved. It may leave a small few questioning more than they’d like, but we wouldn’t want it any other way.” Alex wondered if this small sound bite could be considered a complete review, but he was certain that if he needed to, he could find a way to pad things out.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    May 6, 2022
    90
    The Stanley Parable is an extremely worthwhile video game and, I would argue, one of the finest examples of meta-humor (as well as humor in general) in the medium. Just don’t read too much before you play it.
  6. Nintendo Insider
    Nov 14, 2022
    90
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is a good update to an already great game. If you have never played this before, now is your chance to experience a truly unique and brilliantly clever game. If you have played the original version before, there is enough new content here to keep you entertained. Just don’t read too much about it before heading in.
  7. Movies Games and Tech
    May 8, 2022
    65
    I love that this game is unusual, but I wish it was a bit more sandbox-style or in other words, up to you to do as you please.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 3 out of 17
  1. NMaudlin
    May 11, 2022
    10
    From the ashes of depravity rises the phoenix of quality. How else to describe The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe?

    Such a revolutionary step    From the ashes of depravity rises the phoenix of quality. How else to describe The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe?

    Such a revolutionary step forward in the lineage of one of the most beloved video game properties of all time! The additions and changes made to this expansion will surely resonate in the annals of the history of all media ever made.

    It is perhaps true to say that no mistakes are forever etched in stone for the stone into which The Stanley Parable was carved has itself been transmuted offering a message of hope to those who have ever erred in their judgement. You are not beyond redemption. You may change, and you may become more, so much more than you were before.

    If there is any message to be taken from The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe it is this...
    What a fortune, a privilege, a joy it is to have had such an experience. It leaves me hopeful that as a community - as a world there is time for us to become our greatest selves as great as we ever could dream of in our wildest, most ambitious visions for a brighter future.    … Expand
  2. Sylancelot
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Litteraly the best game ever. The humor is good and it also includes the 2013 version! It really is a VERY different game. Not just asking on to the original, but technically making an entirely new game! Its strange when you add a bucket to the game, and it COMPLETELY CHANGES. Also, don't spend all your jumps in the jump circle and don't be mean spending it all immediately. Also aslo... th3 hole is the best addition to the game, hands down.… Expand
  4. Piriteraneo
    May 1, 2022
    10
    Its so good and fun,i wasnt hoping for something like that,its so surprising and different from everything you know,give it a try
  5. george_bondo
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    i love this game its just sit into my heart with this music characters and atmosphere
  6. Id1KK
    May 4, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. great game, the new content is literally infinite, buuuuuuuut the ultra-deluxe version is way buggier than the original, the number of times I have accidently gotten out of bounds is ridiculous, this definitely brings the score down a bit, otherwise it's one of the best games I have ever played.… Expand
  7. lesiuML
    Mar 6, 2023
    6
    Very unique experience based around the freedom of choice. There are many endings and very often the outcome of our actions is unpredictableVery unique experience based around the freedom of choice. There are many endings and very often the outcome of our actions is unpredictable and really hilarious. The Stanley Parable is not a long game but surely it's packed with lot of things to do and explore. The game is definitely very unusual and it's 100% worth trying.… Expand
  8. Nintendist
    Aug 1, 2022
    0
    this game has a annoying gameplay. the soundtrack is very terrible, the story and even the characters are not good

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