Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 59 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 59
  2. Negative: 5 out of 59
  1. May 6, 2022
    10
    I love it! Best bucket game for years. Trust me, you will be satisfied if you like buckets ;)
  2. Jun 19, 2022
    0
    Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz what a boring game, just playing this boring game makes me feel sleepy
  3. Jun 1, 2022
    10
    This game is the definition of brilliant work of art. When 10 years ago Roger Ebert said "Video game can never be art", it's just because heThis game is the definition of brilliant work of art. When 10 years ago Roger Ebert said "Video game can never be art", it's just because he wasn't fortunate enough to live until the release of this game and plays it. This game has an amazing script written. So incredibly advanced literature-wise. It is the perfect display of Theatre of the Absurd. It's the "Waiting for Godot" of the video game. Full Review »