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Alan Wake
PC
2012
Quick resume
A Dark Presence stalks the small town of Bright Falls, pushing Alan Wake to the brink of sanity in his fight to unravel the mystery and save his love.
Pros
- immersive story and atmosphere
- engaging supernatural thriller theme
- balanced combat and exploration
- strong narrative immersion
Cons
- linear gameplay limits freedom
- lack of multiplayer or cooperative modes
- some repetitive combat sequences
Motivations
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Autonomy
"Players have control over exploration and combat choices within a linear narrative."
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Competence
"The game requires skillful combat and puzzle-solving to progress."
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Continuation
"Engaging story and atmosphere encourage players to continue playing."
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CooperationInsufficient data
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DominationInsufficient data
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Escapism
"Strong narrative and immersive atmosphere provide excellent escape from reality."
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Experimenting
"Players can try different combat tactics and exploration approaches."
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Exploration
"Exploring the environment to uncover story elements is a key part of gameplay."
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ExpressionInsufficient data
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Fantasy
"The game features a strong supernatural and psychological thriller theme."
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Growth
"Players develop skills and understanding of the story and mechanics."
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IdleInsufficient data
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Progression
"Players progress through story chapters and unlock new abilities."
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Relaxation
"Atmospheric and immersive gameplay provides relaxation and flow."
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Sensation
"Strong emotional and sensory experience through narrative and visuals."
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Story
"Highly praised narrative and story immersion."
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Strategy
"Combat and resource management require strategic thinking."
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Thrill
"Suspenseful and thrilling moments throughout the game."
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Value
"Generally considered good value for story-driven gameplay."
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Violence
"Combat involves fighting shadowy enemies, but not overly violent."
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Survival
"Players must manage resources and avoid enemy attacks to survive."
Information
Genres
Action, Adventure
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