Creatures of Ava Reviews

Creatures of Ava is ranked in the 67th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava surprised me with a vast and beautiful world, an exciting take on pacifism, and great characters. A game about exploration, conservation, and wonder, you’re sure to enjoy your visit to Ava. Remember to take lots of pictures.

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90 / 100
Aug 6, 2024

Creatures of Ava will, without a doubt, go above and beyond to get you hooked on its story and visuals, but it’ll just keep adding on as you explore and see more of Ava. Between the already stunning visuals and inspired music, it’s already set up to be amazing, but it keeps getting better as you progress.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2024

. Inverge Studios ha logrado crear una obra que, sin duda, dejará huella en los corazones de los jugadores que decidan adentrarse en las maravillas del planeta Ava.

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Jesse Norris
Top Critic
8.6 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava is an excellent title, and it’s on Game Pass at launch.  If you want a game that lets you explore a gorgeous alien planet, get your inner photographer on, and know when to mix in its version of combat then I think it is well worth a download.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava comes highly recommended for anyone who wants a low-stress game filled with hope and colour and loads of belly rubs.

8.5 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a wonderful adventure that wraps together an interesting story about humankind's view of nature, exploration of a beautiful alien world, and interesting creature taming mechanics. While I'd wish to continue exploring this game a major detriment is how you get locked out of half the game as you play through it.

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Zoomg
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a game that feels like it's created for younger gamers but in fact it can be even more appealing to adults! The game might have simple gameplay with simple puzzles and action scenarios, but it offers an absolutely beautiful world with amazing variety and beauty which feels great to explore. Animals are truly adorable and overall, it really feels good to play Creatures of Ava and enjoy its world and story.

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4.2 / 5.0
Aug 12, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a great game for those looking to explore a new world in an exciting way. The graphics and sound make the world feel real and add so much immersion to the game. The story is also simple enough to allow you to jump in and out of the game, which is great for a relaxing game you may want to play for just an hour at a time rather than all at once.

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8 / 10
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a deeply human game about monsters on an alien planet. Its themes of empathy and acceptance shine brightly, setting itself apart from similar titles. It manages to deliver a thoughtful message about acceptance and living in harmony while also being something I can play to kick back and relax after a long day.

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Aug 6, 2024

Players old and new will inevitably find themselves immersed in Vic's journey and Ava's fate, somewhere between its unique creature designs, evocative soundtrack, and moving story. As a whole, Creatures of Ava is a wonderful experience, and is likely to stick with players for a long time to come.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 6, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a fantastic game and I really like the pacifist approach to game play. It was a refreshing change to be collecting creatures in order to save them instead of trying to be the very best there ever was. The narrative in Creatures of Ava is also a strong highpoint which comes as no surprise since the story was co-written by Rhianna Pratchett; who has written stories like Heavenly Sword and Rise of Tomb Raider. With a gorgeous world, fun and addictive gameplay and a great story, Creatures of Ava is a really fun experience and one that offers something very different from the other creature collectors on the market.

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80 / 100
Aug 6, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a heartwarming love letter to the action adventure games of old. A captivating tale of empathy and reflection, its story will leave you pondering its teaching moments long after the credits roll. This title is pure charm, hampered only by a number of shallow features that feel like they don’t belong.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Though hampered by some feature bloat and minor technical issues, Creatures of Ava is a beautiful game about empathy and understanding. The animals are adorable, the characters are fun, and the sound design is top-notch! Yes, you can pet almost everything.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a great open-world action-adventure game with many Disney-like themes but lacks variety in its gameplay elements.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 8, 2024

Creatures of Ava offers a unique experience within the open world genre, focusing more on interaction with local fauna and peaceful exploration than on complex combat mechanics. With a calm narrative and well-developed characters, the game is ideal for those looking for a light and engaging adventure. The dynamics of the Nafitar artifact and the use of native songs to tame the animals add an interesting layer to the gameplay.

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Aug 15, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a peachy little pep tonic for those who crave exploration and discovery of a whole new world. The creatures are charming, the world is rich and stunning and the character interactions are first-class. While it may not be the deepest or most complex adventure out there, it warms the heart and delivers cosy adventuring in a way you don’t necessarily expect. And at 12 to 20 hours long (depending on your completionism tendencies), it’s the ideal length for adventuring. Neither too short nor too bloated. If you’re looking for the next Pokemon or Palworld, you won’t find it here. But what you will find is cosy fun and a journey that will leave you with a smile on your face and your cockles warmed.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 20, 2024

Creatures of Ava is one of the rare wholesome games that adds enjoyable gameplay to its cozy atmosphere. It brings together ideas you’ve seen elsewhere, but does so in a way that makes them more or less its own.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

I ended up with Creatures of Ava being something that sort of came out of nowhere to impress me. It has its fair share of faults with gameplay that is not revolutionary or wholly original, but its cast of characters, story, themes, and gameplay largely won me over. However, despite the journey and what it meant to be a part of it, it’s the game's final moments that will sit with me for some time, an ending that honestly, satisfied me in ways I wish more games would be comfortable with pulling off. Creatures of Ava may not be a consistently well-executed journey, but it certainly will be a memorable one for those looking to take it on.

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8 / 10
Aug 7, 2024

Creatures of Ava is a lovely and soothing exploration game that you will be happy to play. The pleasant tones combined with the lovely music will relax you and you will enjoy the peace you didn't even know you needed. At the same time, you must save the planet Ava from the withering disease before it destroys all living things. This involves coaxing the inhabitants of Naam, who are united with the planet and unconcerned about some mass extinction. However, the entire game is plagued by pervasive bugs, uncollision textures and sometimes you'll just have to reset it.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 6, 2025

"A beautiful and moving adventure in a world in need" Creatures of Ava offers a unique adventure experience, focusing on healing rather than combat, and its enchanting world makes every moment enjoyable and inspiring. Despite some technical glitches and inconsistent voice acting, its stunning visuals and distinctive gameplay set it apart as one of the most emotionally resonant exploration games of recent years.

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