Another World
Also known as Out of This World, Outer World
Another World is a 1991 cinematic platformer developed by Delphine Software, created almost single-handedly by Eric Chahi and released in North America as Out of This World. It follows physicist Lester Chaykin, teleported by a particle-accelerator accident into a hostile alien world, where he must run, jump, use an energy pistol, and solve environmental puzzles to survive alongside an alien captive who becomes his ally.
Distinguished by its striking rotoscoped-style animation, minimalist storytelling told entirely without on-screen dialogue or a HUD, and cinematic use of flat-shaded polygonal graphics, it delivered a uniquely atmospheric and immersive experience. Its unforgiving trial-and-error challenge, memorable set pieces, and elegant, wordless presentation made it a landmark of interactive storytelling far ahead of its time.
Another World has been re-released in anniversary editions across many modern platforms, and its influence on cinematic and narrative-driven games, including the later Flashback, ensures its status as an enduring artistic classic.
Where can you play Another World today?
Device by device, which of the 4 alternatives below you can play on it.
- PC
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99), Planet of Lana (€ 19,99), Flashback (€ 9,99) and 1 more.
- Mac
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99) and Flashback (€ 9,99).
- Linux
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99) and Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee - New 'n' Tasty (€ 15,99).
- iPhone
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99).
- iPad
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99).
- Android phone
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99).
- Android tablet
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99).
- PlayStation
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99), Planet of Lana (€ 19,99), Flashback (€ 9,99) and 1 more.
- Xbox
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99), Planet of Lana (€ 19,99), Flashback (€ 9,99) and 1 more.
- Switch
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99), Planet of Lana (€ 19,99), Flashback (€ 9,99) and 1 more.
- Steam Deck
- Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition (€ 7,99), Planet of Lana (€ 19,99), Flashback (€ 9,99) and 1 more.
Games like Another World
Modern alternatives to Another World, with the devices they run on and their price. Ordered editorially by how well each one stands in for the original, with community votes weighted in as they accumulate.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition
€ 7,99A remaster with high-definition visuals, on nearly every device.
Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition runs on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Planet of Lana Indie
€ 19,99A beautiful indie cinematic-platformer adventure.
Planet of Lana runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Flashback
€ 9,99The other great French cinematic platformer of the era, rotoscoped animation and all.
Flashback runs on PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee - New 'n' Tasty
€ 15,99A remake of the cinematic puzzle-platformer that picked up where Another World left off.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee - New 'n' Tasty runs on PC, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
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