Omno
Review

Omno (2021) is a running, jumping and surfing game where you explore an ancient fantastical world. As you explore you meet all manner of strange and wonderful lifeforms, from cute critters to enigmatic giants. It stands out for the approachable collectibility and sense of discovery that works for all abilities of players.

Play in the game centres around running and jumping. However, you have a staff that offers different movements. You can use it to dash or warp forward, then as it grows in power it can become a surfboard or witches broom or umbrella to enable you to surf through the environments.

As you meet and engage with the fantastical creatures in the world you find and collect the light orbs. You can progress by finding just three but is rewarding if you find them all. This sets up an adventure where you push into every last nook and cranny.

It's an impressive-looking game for its fawn-and-fairy design and simplicity. Lush forests, sun-blasted deserts, frozen tundras and even the clouds await your exploration. To reach these areas you solve puzzles and find artefacts to open the way. It's a world that feels alive as you navigate it, flora and fauna respond to your presence and interactions.

Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Omno 2 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 6 weeks ago.