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Reaching New Heights: Mastering Jumps in Ori and the Blind Forest

So, you want to soar through the skies of Nibel in Ori and the Blind Forest? The key to jumping higher lies in mastering a combination of skills, techniques, and timing. The most fundamental way to jump higher is by acquiring the Charge Jump ability. This ability allows Ori to perform a powerful, height-boosting jump after charging on the ground. However, that is not the only method available. Combining this with the Double Jump, Triple Jump, and skillful use of Wall Jumps will allow players to access greater and greater heights. Understanding how these abilities stack and interact is crucial for navigating the intricate world and discovering all its secrets. Let’s delve into the specifics of how to maximize your vertical prowess.

Core Jumping Abilities and Techniques

Ori’s jumping capabilities evolve significantly throughout the game. Initially, you’re limited to a basic jump, but as you progress, you unlock abilities that dramatically increase your aerial potential.

The Foundation: Basic Jump and Wall Jump

Before diving into advanced techniques, remember the fundamentals. Ori’s basic jump is your bread and butter for simple platforming challenges. It is available from the start of the game and is a core movement mechanic. The wall jump is also available from the beginning. Ori can leap off walls to gain height and traverse vertical obstacles. Mastering the timing of wall jumps is crucial for navigating early sections of the game and will remain essential throughout the game.

The Power Boost: Charge Jump

The Charge Jump is the ultimate tool to reaching new heights. This is the final mandatory skill Ori learns in the game (excluding the optional abilities offered in the Definitive Edition). Here’s how it works:

Hold down the directional input for “down” (W on PC, LT/L2 on consoles) while on solid ground. This initiates the charging animation.
As Ori charges, a visible energy builds around him. Wait for the charge to reach maximum capacity.
Once fully charged, press the jump button (Space/Z on PC, A/X on consoles) to unleash a powerful vertical boost.

The Charge Jump is essential for accessing higher platforms, bypassing obstacles, and progressing through the game’s story. Proper timing and precision are vital for maximizing its effectiveness.

Adding Extra Air: Double and Triple Jump

As the name implies, Double Jump lets you jump a second time while already in mid-air. Double Jump is the fourth skill Ori learns. It is gained from Leru’s Ancestral Tree in Gumo’s Hideout. This ability significantly increases Ori’s mobility and allows for more complex platforming maneuvers. The Triple Jump ability takes this a step further, granting you a third jump in mid-air. You can purchase Triple Jump from the character Twillen in Wellspring Glades for 2200 Spirit Lights.

Combining Abilities for Maximum Height

The real magic happens when you combine these abilities. For instance, you can use a Charge Jump to reach a certain height, then follow up with a Double Jump and a Triple Jump to reach even greater altitudes. You can also incorporate Wall Jumps into this sequence to navigate complex vertical challenges. The possibilities are numerous, and experimenting with different combinations is part of the fun.

Environmental Interactions and Advanced Techniques

Beyond core abilities, the environment itself can be used to boost Ori’s jumps.

Utilizing Launch Stars and Projectiles

Launch Stars are fixed points in the environment that allow Ori to launch himself to hard-to-reach places. Simply approach a Launch Star and follow the on-screen prompts to be propelled in the desired direction. Some platforms and enemies fire projectiles that Ori can bounce off of to gain height and move across the screen. The timing of each jump is critical to maintain momentum.

Bash Ability

The Bash ability allows you to propel yourself in the opposite direction of an object such as a projectile or enemy. The Bash ability, in combination with the charge jump and multi-jumps, can propel Ori very high.

Practice Makes Perfect

Ultimately, mastering high jumps in Ori and the Blind Forest requires practice. Experiment with different combinations of abilities, learn the timing for each jump, and familiarize yourself with the environment. Don’t be afraid to fail, as each attempt will bring you closer to mastering the art of soaring through Nibel. Remember that everything is obtainable without triple jump, so if you can master the other abilities, reaching the most challenging heights will be easier. Also, be sure to visit the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org to learn more about how game mechanics like jumping can enhance learning and problem-solving skills.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can you double jump in Ori and the Blind Forest?

Yes! Double Jump is the fourth skill Ori learns, obtained from Leru’s Ancestral Tree in Gumo’s Hideout. It allows Ori to jump a second time while already airborne.

2. How do you get triple jump in Ori?

You can purchase the Triple Jump ability from Twillen in Wellspring Glades for 2200 Spirit Lights.

3. Do you need triple jump in Ori?

No, Triple Jump is not essential. Everything in the game is obtainable without it. However, it makes platforming easier and can provide alternate routes.

4. What is the Charge Jump and how does it work?

The Charge Jump is a skill that allows Ori to perform a powerful, height-boosting jump after charging on the ground. Hold down the “down” directional input to charge, then press the jump button when fully charged.

5. How can I combine abilities for maximum jump height?

Combine the Charge Jump with Double Jump, Triple Jump, and Wall Jumps for maximum height. Experiment with different sequences to find what works best in each situation.

6. Are there any environmental elements that can help me jump higher?

Yes! Look out for Launch Stars, and projectiles fired from enemies.

7. What is the Bash ability and how can it improve Ori’s jump?

8. How long does it take to beat Ori and the Blind Forest?

The main story takes around 8 hours. 100% completion typically requires about 11½ hours.

9. Is Ori and the Blind Forest a difficult game?

It’s not overly difficult, but it does have challenging platforming sequences that require skill, patience, and memorization.

10. Is Ori and the Will of the Wisps longer than Ori and the Blind Forest?

While developers initially claimed the sequel would be triple the length, it’s generally considered to be around the same length or slightly longer than the original.

11. Should I play Ori and the Blind Forest before Ori and the Will of the Wisps?

Yes, it’s recommended to play the first game first to understand the story and appreciate the nods to the original in the sequel.

12. Can you customize Ori’s abilities?

Yes, you can customize Ori’s abilities by purchasing new skills and upgrades using Spirit Light.

13. How is Ori’s height calculated?

Using real-world constraints about how animals and plants are built under certain gravity conditions, and puts Ori at approx. 2’6″ (75cm) tall.

14. Is Ori an easy game to beat?

Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a meditative, poetic, beautiful platformer, with as many quiet moments as it has intense monster battles. It’s also brutally difficult.

15. Which is better Ori or Hollow Knight?

In the end, Hollow Knight claims victory due to its flexibility: you can explore most of the map after a short time with the game, and grab the power-ups you want in the order you want to grab them. This adds an element of personalization that Ori, with its more prescribed progression order, can’t match.

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