98xx similar games & best alternatives

98xx

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2023

Should you play it?

The 98xx is an old computer OS from the 90s that’s recently been discovered after many years of being lost. There are still a few working files within the OS that can be explored.

What works
  • Unique psychological horror concept
  • Deep lore and secrets
  • Nostalgic retro os aesthetic
  • Encourages exploration and experimentation
  • Affordable price
Things to keep in mind
  • Predictable and cheesy jump scares
  • Clunky controls and frustrating platforming
  • Lack of clear direction or guidance
  • Some technical issues and crashes
  • Short length and limited replayability for some

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

98xx: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Competition, Survival, Fellowship. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Violence.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Competence

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  • Competition

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    "Focus is on individual exploration and puzzle solving without competitive elements or leaderboards."

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  • Continuation

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    "Players report spending multiple hours and replaying for secrets and achievements, indicating engagement and habitual play."

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  • Cooperation

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  • Creativity

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    "Players creatively solve puzzles and explore secrets; the game features unique mechanics and encourages experimentation within its design."

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  • Domination

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    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are solitary and exploratory."

  • Escapism

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    "Players use the game as a psychological horror experience to immerse and escape reality."

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    "Players use the game as a psychological horror experience to escape reality and engage with unsettling digital environments."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest in horror and puzzle genres, with no indication of obligation or pressure."

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest in horror, puzzles, and lore, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

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    "The game rewards trying new interactions, revisiting locations, and exploring hidden content, encouraging experimentation."

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  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

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    "Core gameplay revolves around discovering new areas, secrets, and backtracking to uncover mysteries."

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    "Core gameplay revolves around discovering secrets, hidden files, and narrative fragments within a faux operating system."

  • Expression

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    "Limited customization or personalization; players mainly use predefined interfaces and assets."

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    "Limited customization or personalization; players interact with a fixed interface and predefined elements."

  • Fantasy

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    "The game involves supernatural elements and ghost stories, blending realistic settings with imaginative horror fiction."

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  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

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    "Minimal social interaction; players mostly experience game solo with limited community involvement."

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    "Minimal community or social bonding features; players mostly experience the game solo."

  • Growth

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    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and progress through story, though learning curve is gentle."

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  • Health

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    "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of PC horror games."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and explore; not designed for casual or background play."

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  • Intimacy

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    "No close social or emotional relationships formed within gameplay; interactions are impersonal."

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  • Leadership

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  • Progression

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    "Players accumulate clues, solve puzzles, and unlock story progression, though no item collection or upgrades."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Tense horror atmosphere with jump scares creates suspense rather than relaxation."

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    "The horror atmosphere and jump scares create tension rather than relaxation or flow."

  • Sensation

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    "The game uses changing visuals and music to create emotional and sensory impact."

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  • Status
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  • Story

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    "Deep, immersive lore and fragmented narrative encourage player engagement with story elements."

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    "Narrative is fragmented and immersive, encouraging players to piece together lore through exploration."

  • Strategy

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    "Players engage in problem solving and logical thinking, though some tasks are simplified."

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    "Players engage in puzzle-solving and logical thinking, though some puzzles are straightforward or repetitive."

  • Thrill

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    "Jump scares and psychological horror elements create suspense and moments of tension and relief."

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    "Jump scares and psychological horror elements provide suspense and moments of tension."

  • Value

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    "Players generally feel the game offers good value for its low price and entertainment time."

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    "Many players feel the game offers good value for its low price and depth of content."

  • Violence

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    "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus is on exploration and puzzle solving."

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  • Survival

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    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; gameplay is stable and low-risk."

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