# Big Walk just became Metacritic’s highest-rated game of 2026 (so far)

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/big-walk-just-became-metacritics-highest-rated-game-of-2026-so-far/
- Published: 2026-08-03T15:36:26+00:00
- Updated: 2026-08-03T16:06:10+00:00
- Original publisher: Polygon
- Original article: https://www.polygon.com/big-walk-review-roundup/
- Topics: Gaming

## Key points

- Big Walk scores 93 on Metacritic, tops 2026's releases so far
- Critics praise its puzzle design, communication focus and vibes
- Supports 2-12 players; puzzles scale to group size

## Summary

Big Walk, the latest release from Untitled Goose Game studio House House, has become Metacritic's highest-rated game of 2026 so far. The co-op puzzle title had already generated significant buzz ahead of release, but critics have responded even more enthusiastically than expected, praising its clever puzzle design, laid-back atmosphere and emphasis on player communication and discovery.

With 13 scored reviews counted alongside further unscored praise, Big Walk holds a Metacritic score of 93, putting it ahead of other notable 2026 releases such as Forza Horizon 6 and Mina the Hollower. Reviewers have singled out the game's hands-off design, which lets groups explore its open-world island at their own pace, along with a widely praised (and deliberately unspoiled) ending. The game supports between two and 12 players, with puzzles that scale to suit the size of the group.

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