# Unbound: Worlds Apart

> 2021 puzzle-platform video game

**Wikidata**: [Q107010211](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q107010211)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unbound:_Worlds_Apart)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/unbound-worlds-apart

## Summary  
*Unbound: Worlds Apart* is a 2021 puzzle-platform video game developed by Alien Pixel Studios and Nephilim Game Studios. It features single-player gameplay with a focus on environmental storytelling and physics-based puzzles, and was published by Digerati. The game supports multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

## Key Facts  
- Released on July 28, 2021, with additional console releases on February 11, 2022.  
- Developed by Romanian studio Alien Pixel Studios and Nephilim Game Studios.  
- Published by Digerati.  
- Available on platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.  
- Rated ESRB “Everyone 10+” and PEGI 7.  
- Supports 9 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, and Simplified Chinese.  
- Crowdfunded via Kickstarter, raising $41,308 from 1,073 backers.  
- Received a critic average score of 77/100 on OpenCritic based on 31 reviews.  

## FAQs  
### Q: What type of game is *Unbound: Worlds Apart*?  
A: It is a puzzle-platformer with a focus on environmental storytelling and physics-based mechanics. Players navigate through interconnected worlds solving puzzles to progress.

### Q: On which platforms can I play *Unbound: Worlds Apart*?  
A: The game is available on Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

### Q: Is *Unbound: Worlds Apart* a multiplayer game?  
A: No, it is a single-player experience with no multiplayer modes.

## Why It Matters  
*Unbound: Worlds Apart* represents a notable entry in the indie puzzle-platformer genre, showcasing the creative potential of small development teams. Developed by studios based in Romania, it contributes to the growing visibility of Eastern European developers in the global gaming market. Its success through crowdfunding highlights community-driven game development, while its cross-platform availability demonstrates accessibility across major gaming ecosystems. The game's emphasis on non-verbal storytelling and immersive world design appeals to fans of atmospheric exploration titles like *Journey* or *Gris*. As part of the broader indie movement, it underscores the importance of innovation outside AAA studios.

## Notable For  
- Being crowdfunded via Kickstarter with over $41,000 raised from more than 1,000 backers.  
- Supporting 9 languages and achieving verified compatibility with Steam Deck.  
- Receiving positive critical reception with a 77/100 average on OpenCritic.  
- Developed by two independent studios, one of which—Alien Pixel Studios—is based in Bucharest, Romania.

## Body  
### Development and Release  
*Unbound: Worlds Apart* was co-developed by Alien Pixel Studios, a Romanian game developer headquartered in Bucharest, and Nephilim Game Studios. The game was funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign that ran until July 28, 2021, when the game was initially released. Console versions followed on February 11, 2022, expanding availability to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

### Platforms and Distribution  
The game runs on multiple operating systems including Linux (since September 17, 1991), Microsoft Windows (since November 20, 1985), and macOS (since March 24, 2001). It is distributed digitally through platforms such as Steam, Nintendo eShop, Microsoft Store, Epic Games Store, and GOG.com.

### Reception and Ratings  
It received an ESRB rating of "Everyone 10+" due to Fantasy Violence and Mild Blood, and a PEGI rating of 7. According to OpenCritic, based on 31 critic reviews, the game holds a 77/100 average score and a 77% critics recommend rate. On CriticDB, it averages 76/100 across ten critics.

### Technical and Localization Details  
The game supports nine languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Polish, Russian, and Simplified Chinese. It is fully localized and optimized for various platforms, including verified compatibility with Steam Deck as noted by Steam’s Great on Deck program.

### External Identifiers and Metadata  
- IMDb ID: tt15251452  
- Steam App ID: 814680  
- Nintendo eShop ID: unbound-worlds-apart-switch  
- Nintendo Switch Title ID: 0100C5A013B7A000  
- IGDB ID: unbound-worlds-apart  
- Metacritic ID: unbound-worlds-apart  
- MobyGames ID: 168305  

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## References

1. Steam
2. Nintendo Game Store
3. OpenCritic
4. [Q131917281](https://criticdb.com/games/unbound-worlds-apart)
5. Online Games-Datenbank
6. Nintendo eShop
7. [Source](https://www.gog.com/\/game\/unbound_worlds_apart)
8. [Unbound: Worlds Apart for Switch, PC Reviews - OpenCritic](https://opencritic.com/game/11745/unbound-worlds-apart)
9. GameSpot
10. [Source](https://www.igdb.com/games/unbound-worlds-apart)
11. [Source](https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Unbound%3A_Worlds_Apart)
12. [Source](https://www.igromania.ru/game/31238/-)
13. [Source](https://ogdb.eu/index.php?section=title&titleid=53994)
14. [Source](https://videogamegeek.com/videogame/284889)
15. [Great on Deck](https://store.steampowered.com/greatondeck)
16. Q110996436
17. Q124398839
18. GamesMeter.nl
19. Q117507113
20. VGChartz
21. Q131917281