# Öoo > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/%C3%96oo > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/%C3%96oo.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96oo > Source revision: 1357170776 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) 2025 video game 2025 video game Öoo Developer Nama Takahashi Artist Hachinos Composer Tsuyomi[1] Platforms Windows Nintendo Switch PlayStation 5 Xbox Series X/S Release 7 August 2025 Windows WW: 7 August 2025 Nintendo Switch WW: 3 March 2026 PlayStation 5 WW: 11 March 2026 Xbox Series X/S WW: 18 March 2026 Genre Puzzle-platform Mode Single-player ***Öoo***[a] is a 2025 [puzzle-platform](/source/Puzzle-platform) [video game](/source/Video_game) developed by Japanese [independent developer](/source/Indie_game) Nama Takahashi.[3] Players place and explode bombs to traverse a [2D](/source/Two-dimensional) [side-scrolling](/source/Side-scrolling) world in creative ways. Takahashi stated the game was created as a means to explore and experiment with creating a puzzle game that oriented around a single gameplay mechanic. Upon release, the game received positive reviews, with critics praising the game's complex puzzle design, use of open-ended experimentation to find solutions, and short length. ## Gameplay Gameplay screenshot Players assume the role of a caterpillar whose segments are made out of bombs. Players cannot jump, which requires them to place bombs with A and explode them with X. Exploding bombs allows players to traverse the game world in various ways, including by launching the player vertically or horizontally, or temporarily destroying walls.[4][3] As the game progresses, the player collects a second bomb, allowing them to jump higher.[3] Checkpoints allow the player to return to a previous point if they become trapped or die from touching hazards, including spikes.[3] To progress, players also need to collect and deliver fly-like creatures to frogs that block their path. The game features hidden areas and passages. Without in-game text or tutorials, many of the behaviours of the bombs and the pathways to progress are not signalled to players, requiring them to experiment or backtrack with what they have learned in the game to progress.[3] ## Development *Öoo* was developed by Japanese independent game developer Nama Takahashi,[3] who previously developed the game *[ElecHead](/source/ElecHead)*.[5] The game's [pixel art](/source/Pixel_art) was created by artist Hachinos.[5] Takahashi stated the game's concept came from practical and personal motivations, aiming to "thoroughly experiment with a single mechanic", whilst also allowing "for a wide range of gameplay experiences while keeping the development workload manageable".[6] A [game demo](/source/Game_demo) was released for [Steam](/source/Steam_(service)) Next Fest in June 2025.[7] *Öoo* was released on the [Nintendo Switch](/source/Nintendo_Switch) on 3 March 2026, with the [PlayStation 5](/source/PlayStation_5) and [Xbox Series X/S](/source/Xbox_Series_X%2FS) versions releasing later the same month on 11 March and 18 March respectively. The console versions were published by AMATA Games.[8][9] ## Reception Reception Aggregate score Aggregator Score OpenCritic 100% recommend[10][b] Several critics named *Öoo* as one of the best titles of the year,[3][11] comparing it to titles including *[Animal Well](/source/Animal_Well)* and *[Celeste](/source/Celeste_(video_game))*.[11][5] Critics praised the [puzzle](/source/Puzzle_video_game) game design. Many appreciated how the game required players to experiment with mechanics to find solutions,[5][3] with Moises Taveras of *[The A.V. Club](/source/The_A.V._Club)* stating the game is "constantly teaching the player to throw away what they believe to be the conventions of platforming logic, and think outside the box in order to make breakthroughs".[12] The game's short length and focus on its key mechanics were praised.[3][12] John Walker of *Kotaku* said the game's lack of upgrades or additional bombs focused on demonstrating "imagination for how [the bombs] can be used in ever-more interesting ways".[3] *Inverse* similarly observed that the game's "genius puzzle design" introduced new mechanics and solutions "with just two buttons and not a single word".[4] Kris Holt of *[Engadget](/source/Engadget)* commended the game's "thought, care and detail" behind the game's design.[5] Praise was also directed to the game's visual and audio design,[3] with *Inverse* praising the "cheerful and clean" art and the use of theme variation in the game's soundtrack.[4] The [Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences](/source/Academy_of_Interactive_Arts_%26_Sciences) nominated *Öoo* for [Outstanding Achievement in Game Design](/source/D.I.C.E._Award_for_Outstanding_Achievement_in_Game_Design) at the [29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards](/source/29th_Annual_D.I.C.E._Awards).[13][14] ## See also - *[ElecHead](/source/ElecHead)* ## References 1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Takahashi has stated that while there's "no official pronunciation" of the name, he suggested the game's name to be prounounced phonetically as [øu].[2] 1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** Based on 7 reviews 1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Page of the soundtrack on Steam"](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3705180/oo_Original_Soundtrack/). *[Steam](/source/Steam_(service))*. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** @namatakahashi (6 August 2025). ["Only 2 days left until "Öoo" releases💣 We've received many questions about how to pronounce the title While there's no official pronunciation, feel free to refer to this video as a guide:"](https://x.com/namatakahashi/status/1953046309646287230) ([Tweet](/source/Tweet_(social_media))) – via [X (formerly Twitter)](/source/X_(formerly_Twitter)). 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-KT_4-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-KT_4-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-KT_4-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-KT_4-3) [***e***](#cite_ref-KT_4-4) [***f***](#cite_ref-KT_4-5) [***g***](#cite_ref-KT_4-6) [***h***](#cite_ref-KT_4-7) [***i***](#cite_ref-KT_4-8) [***j***](#cite_ref-KT_4-9) [***k***](#cite_ref-KT_4-10) Walker, John (11 August 2025). ["In This Stunning Metroidvania, You're Only Held Back By Your Own Imagination"](https://kotaku.com/ooo-review-metroidvania-puzzle-platformer-nama-takahashi-2000616880). *Kotaku*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20250916193339/https://kotaku.com/ooo-review-metroidvania-puzzle-platformer-nama-takahashi-2000616880) from the original on 16 September 2025. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-INV_5-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-INV_5-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-INV_5-2) Bea, Robin (13 August 2025). ["Öoo Is A Puzzle Platforming Masterpiece You Can Finish In One Sitting"](https://www.inverse.com/gaming/ooo-steam-indie-puzzle-game). *Inverse*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20251011172220/https://www.inverse.com/gaming/ooo-steam-indie-puzzle-game) from the original on 11 October 2025. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-EG_6-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-EG_6-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-EG_6-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-EG_6-3) [***e***](#cite_ref-EG_6-4) Holt, Kris (16 August 2025). ["A brilliant puzzle-platformer, Enter the Gungeon on mobile and other new indie games worth checking out"](https://www.engadget.com/gaming/a-brilliant-puzzle-platformer-enter-the-gungeon-on-mobile-and-other-new-indie-games-worth-checking-out-110042847.html). *Engadget*. Retrieved 15 November 2025.{{[cite web](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template:Cite_web)}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service ([link](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:CS1_maint:_deprecated_archival_service)) 1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Jones, Harry Glynn (1 August 2025). ["Five Questions With Nama Takahashi, Developer Of ElecHead And Öoo"](https://gamersocialclub.ca/2025/08/01/five-questions-with-nama-takahashi-developer-of-elechead-and-ooo/). *Gamer Social Club*. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** Walker, John (12 June 2025). ["Next Fest June 2025's Buried Treasures"](https://buried-treasure.org/2025/06/next-fest-june-2025s-buried-treasures/). *Buried Treasure*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20251009185435/https://buried-treasure.org/2025/06/next-fest-june-2025s-buried-treasures/) from the original on 9 October 2025. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** Romano, Sal (3 March 2026). ["Puzzle platformer Ooo now available for Switch; coming to PS5 on March 11, Xbox Series in March"](https://www.gematsu.com/2026/03/puzzle-platformer-ooo-now-available-for-switch-coming-to-ps5-on-march-11-xbox-series-in-march). *Gematsu*. Retrieved 3 March 2026. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** ["your ingenuity is the key to clearing every stage! "Öoo" officially launches today on The Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere versions, brought to you by AMATA Games!"](https://amata.games/en/news/ooo_20260319/). *AMATA Games*. 19 March 2026. Retrieved 30 March 2026. ... as of today, March 18, The Xbox Series X|S versions officially out. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-opencritic_11-0)** ["*Öoo*"](https://opencritic.com/game/19080/-oo). *[OpenCritic](/source/OpenCritic)*. Retrieved 9 May 2026. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-PG_13-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-PG_13-1) ["14 games that should be 2025 Game of the Year contenders"](https://www.polygon.com/2025-goty-contenders-game-of-the-year-dark-horses/). *Polygon*. 31 August 2025. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20251005221906/https://www.polygon.com/2025-goty-contenders-game-of-the-year-dark-horses/) from the original on 5 October 2025. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-AV_14-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-AV_14-1) Taveras, Moises (19 August 2025). ["Bombs Away: Öoo Is an Oblique, Bite-Sized Magic Trick of a Game"](https://www.avclub.com/bombs-away-ooo-is-an-oblique-bite-sized-magic-trick-of-a-game). *The A.V. Club*. Retrieved 15 November 2025. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** LeBlanc, Wesley (8 January 2026). ["The 29th DICE Awards Nominees Have Been Revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 And Ghost Of Yōtei Lead The Pack"](https://gameinformer.com/2026/01/08/the-29th-dice-awards-nominees-have-been-revealed-clair-obscur-expedition-33-and-ghost-of). *[Game Informer](/source/Game_Informer)*. Retrieved 10 January 2026. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-16)** ["29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards Winners Revealed"](https://www.interactive.org/contact/29th_annual_dice_awards_winners_revealed.asp). *[AIAS](/source/Academy_of_Interactive_Arts_and_Sciences)*. 12 February 2026. Retrieved 12 February 2026. ## External links - [Official website](https://namatakahashi.notion.site/oooo) - [*Öoo*](https://www.mobygames.com/game//246099/ooo/) at [MobyGames](/source/MobyGames) --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Öoo](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96oo) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96oo?action=history)). Available under [Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Changes may have been made.