Mio: Memories in Orbit 2026

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• DualShockersMaddie FisherJan 20269/10

  MIO: Memories in Orbit is a dark, challenging Metroidvania Soulslike that perfectly understands what makes this genre so much fun. Combat feels precise and weighty, with fantastic enemy design and one of the most enjoyable Metroidvania maps seen in years. Traversal is incredible, and you'll be in awe of its wonderful music. Sadly, MIO also continues to use outdated Soulslike mechanics, including long, arduous boss runbacks, and the upgrade system is interesting from a thematic standpoint, but ultimately pretty dull.

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• DestructoidJan 20269/10

  A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won't cause massive damage.

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• TheSixthAxisAran SuddiJan 20269/10

  MIO: Memories In Orbit is an early contender for one of the most memorable games of 2026. It is an incredibly challenging game to play, with combat being a highlight, even if some platforming section can be frustrating. It looks fantastic, though, and the story is well told. MIO: Memories In Orbit draws you in, and does not let go easily. It is hard game but the journey is worth experiencing.

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• Xbox AchievementsJosh WiseJan 202670/100

  What is going on in France? The game that conquered the public heart, last year, was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It was made by Sandfall Interactiv...

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• GamingBoltRavi SinhaJan 20267/10

  A solid game in its own right with a uniquely gorgeous aesthetic, MIO: Memories in Orbit is marked by bizarre design choices and a lack of variety to combat.

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Snippets via OpenCritic, where 83% of critics recommend it.

About the game

Platforms

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

Developer

Douze Dixièmes

Publisher

Focus Entertainment

Released

January 20, 2026

Modes

Single player

Perspective

Side view

Engine

Proprietary Engine

Time to beat

10 h rushed · 23 h main story · 50 h completionist

IGDB rating 7.9/10 from 10 ratings.

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