Blanc Reviews

Blanc is ranked in the 37th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
6.5 / 10.0
Feb 21, 2023

If I had to sum up White quickly, I would use the following words: easy, short, scenery and calm. Is that positive? That's up to you. Because an easy game is not necessarily a bad thing, and neither is a short game. Personally, White is one of those games that are quickly forgotten for the reasons I mentioned earlier. But if you have a young audience at home, I consider the game a good starting option. It gives you a good introduction to many aspects of the video game world. But that's probably the only good reason to get White.

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6.5 / 10.0
Feb 18, 2023
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7 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

Despite some small technical aspects that could have been refined and its simplicity in various aspects being detrimental to the enjoyment of its gameplay and narrative potential, Blanc has a unique charm in its characters' visual and a good general concept, and manages to offer an accessible, short and relaxing co-op experience. With some caveats, this title is recommended for casual players who appreciate minimalist artistic proposals applied to [the concept of] teamwork.

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6 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

While Blanc is a cute cooperative puzzle that may satisfy players for the short runtime, it does not bring anything original to the table. Despite its obvious charms, it winds up feeling rather paint-by-numbers — but every color is white.

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Noisy Pixel
Semy Rahman
6 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

This puts Blanc in a precarious position. While length is not a determining factor for enjoyment, it can become a primary focus if there isn’t much else to offer. I went around the snowscape with a partner, searching for our families. Outside of the gorgeous aesthetics, both visually and sonically, no substantive content sparked any significant emotion. There weren’t a lot of facets done poorly, but they weren’t executed wonderfully either. And while there were some endearing and silly moments, I came out of the experience feeling like I went through an underwhelming roller coaster at a theme park.

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9 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

At worst, Blanc has minor gameplay annoyances that can trip you up as you play. However, what really gets you is this feeling that you plunged into this stunning, interesting little world and then you were kicked out of it before you could get your fill. It’s kind of like watching a beautiful little short film that feels like it needs, and deserves, to be a full-length movie.

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7 / 10.0
Feb 15, 2023

Blanc is a great pick for those who want a simple, casual, fast play with a friend in a captivating story. However, even though it's an interesting co-op experience, technical limitations may leave an unpleasant experience due to small details that can make playing it online less attractive.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

Blanc is short but sweet, following the unlikely friendship between a fawn and wolf pup. The visuals are astounding with the story genuinely feeling heartwarming, innocent, and tear-jerking.

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9 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

Blanc is an exercise in empathy and trust. It's a lovely short experience that uses cooperative play in a meaningful way with its absorbing puzzles where both players feel equally involved. With stellar presentation and animations, Blanc is a wonderful adventure worth playing.

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Recommended
Feb 14, 2023

Blanc is a wonderfully crafted game that can be enjoyed solo or with a partner. Either way, the loving story and hand-crafted environments and animals are a great way to spend your time.

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7 / 10.0
Feb 14, 2023

Blanc is a great game to play if you're looking for another co-op game to share with someone close to you. There are some noticeable issues including a lack of visual cues and a camera that's just not as effective as it should be. Though the journey the game takes you on is fun, and the beautiful art style is clearly evident. It's a short enough game and there's definitely room for improvement. But it's also clear that the passion is there. Another good and wholesome game for anyone to play!

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 15, 2023

Blanc is a wonderful journey, whether played solo or with a friend, that will have you cooing in delight at its black and white cuteness.

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Loved
Feb 14, 2023

There isn’t a huge amount of gameplay in Blanc, but what you get is an incredible, emotional journey about friendship. This two-player game transports you to a wintry landscape and immerses you in a heartwarming adventure. The graphics and music work in harmony to create a truly delightful game.

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