The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe

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93

Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critic Reviews What's this?

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 59 Ratings

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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: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Windows Central
    May 1, 2022
    100
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe expertly expands the original critically acclaimed narrative adventure with hours of brilliantly written new content and a lot more of Kevan Brighting's incredible narration. Even if you played the original, you shouldn't miss this updated version.
  2. Xbox Tavern
    May 4, 2022
    100
    Without wanting to sound preachy, just know that you’ve never played anything like The Stanley Parable, and this Ultra Deluxe edition just expands on that in ways I couldn’t have foreseen. There are a lot of titles that gain short term notoriety thanks to the memes or streamers reacting, but this will outlast anything else that has come before and deserves to be considered one of the very best game experiences of all time.
  3. SomosXbox
    May 3, 2022
    91
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is the definitive version of Davey Wreden's game, now returning with his unforgettable story and with additional content. Every lover of good stories should play this gem.
  4. Pure Xbox
    Apr 27, 2022
    90
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an excellent expansion of a bonafide classic interactive adventure. We'll admit we were slightly concerned that returning to something so masterful, expanding and adding to such a carefully constructed experience, could somehow dilute the magic, but we needn't have worried. All of the new content here simply embellishes what came before, resulting in a wonderful piece of art that's now better, more ultra and, you might even say, deluxe than ever before. Whether you're coming to this one for the first time or returning to see what's changed, you'll be handsomely rewarded for your curiosity.
  5. COGconnected
    May 2, 2022
    90
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an essential title. Not only does it refine a classic, but it also expands on it. In its cheeky knowing manner, it celebrates and mocks the very ideology of the re-release. With plenty of laughs throughout, the zany game beckons you to explore and rewards you with nuggets of gold at each point. Strange and alluring, the secrets within will surprise and delight you, keeping you hooked on the loop. Incredibly, Crows Crows Crows have managed to create an outstanding package that is attractive to both first time and returning players, making this a truly Ultra Deluxe iteration of the game.
  6. XboxEra
    May 26, 2022
    90
    The new content is where the game truly opens up for players that have walked these office halls before, and the commentary on more modern video game design starts to creep in, in hilarious and surprising ways.
  7. TheXboxHub
    May 23, 2022
    90
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe doesn’t disappoint and you will enjoy all the new content included! It is buckets of fun.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. AloeJ
    May 13, 2022
    10
    I am doney with the funny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  2. TOKUKAN
    May 6, 2022
    10
    I love it! Best bucket game for years. Trust me, you will be satisfied if you like buckets ;)
  4. StevieG123
    Jun 7, 2022
    10
    Stanley had a choice, write a good review or write bad review, he chose... oh, that's not what you were supposed to put... how about we tryStanley had a choice, write a good review or write bad review, he chose... oh, that's not what you were supposed to put... how about we try again.
    Stanley had a choice, write a good review or write bad review, he chose... oh, that's not what you were supposed to put... how about we try again.
    Stanley had a choice, write a good review or write bad review, he chose... oh, that's not what you were supposed to put... how about we try again.
    Stanley had a choice, write a good review or write bad review, he chose... oh, that's not what you were supposed to put... how about we try again.

    ok you win, good game.    … Expand
  5. Koteevich
    Apr 29, 2022
    10
    I can't describe this game. I have no words. Just play it. Seriously. Trust me.
  6. Mightym8man
    May 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is just incredible, the already self-aware humor is expanded upon. Laughing at itself left and right, commenting on game ratings and reviews, and continues to speak volumes about the state of gaming in the 21st century. The visuals in this game are stunning, especially the 'games' ending, the Firewatch recreation looks so accurate to the original. There seem to be zero flaws in this game at ALL. This game just speaks to me in a way no other game does, and it makes me think harder about a videogame than I ever have. Overall, it's definitely a must-buy for 2022 on any platform.… Expand
  7. yepitslap
    Aug 8, 2022
    9
    Like its ancestor, a miraculous game overall. It'll make you feel different various things, and you'll never get bored, despite a ratherLike its ancestor, a miraculous game overall. It'll make you feel different various things, and you'll never get bored, despite a rather simple style which may be just a tip of the iceberg… Expand
  8. Payatuu
    Jul 14, 2022
    0
    If you've never played the original and the nostalgia factor doesn't apply; skip this game completely. Unless you can manage to get it forIf you've never played the original and the nostalgia factor doesn't apply; skip this game completely. Unless you can manage to get it for free it's not worth spending a penny on. The story lasts about 2 hours and the humor just didn't tickle me. A HARD pass for me.… Expand

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