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Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 • 2013

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Quick resume

From the moment Edward Carnby and Aline Cedrac set foot on Shadow Island, they are confronted by mysterious, evil creatures intent on thwarting their progress to recover 3 ancient tablets believed to hold the secret key to some incredible menacing phenomena. Danger threatens from every corner.

Global score

71/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Strong atmospheric horror and suspense
    • Two distinct playable characters with different storylines
    • Classic survival horror gameplay with puzzles and combat
    • Nostalgic value for fans of the genre
    • Good narrative depth and lore

    Cons

    • Technical issues and bugs in pc port
    • Outdated controls and fixed camera angles
    • Limited resolution and graphical options
    • Some frustrating puzzles and gameplay mechanics
    • No multiplayer or social features

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Expression.

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

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    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.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players choose between two characters with different storylines and gameplay styles, allowing some freedom in approach."

    • Competence
      3

      "The game involves solving puzzles and combat challenges that require skill and strategy, though some puzzles can be frustrating."

    • Competition
      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on personal progress without competitive elements."

    • Continuation
      2

      "Players report nostalgia-driven repeated playthroughs and engagement with both character campaigns."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Primarily a solo experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

    • Creativity
      1

      "Limited creativity in gameplay; players follow set storylines and puzzles, but can experiment with combat tactics."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No social dominance or power dynamics; purely individual gameplay."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Strong atmospheric horror and immersive story provide escapism from real life."

    • Expectation
      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily for nostalgia or interest in survival horror; no obligation or pressure noted."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Some experimentation with character choice and combat strategies, but mostly follows established gameplay routines."

    • Exploration
      3

      "Exploration of mansion and island environments with discovery of secrets and puzzle solving."

    • Expression
      -4

      "No character customization or significant self-expression; players use preset characters and assets."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Strong supernatural and Lovecraftian themes create an imaginative fictional experience."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "No community or social interaction elements; solo play only."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills in puzzle solving and combat through gameplay progression."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires focused attention due to puzzles, combat, and exploration; not suitable for casual or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No social or emotional relationship building; purely individual experience."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements."

    • Progression
      3

      "Players collect weapons, ammo, and items to advance through the game."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "Tense and suspenseful atmosphere with jump scares; not primarily relaxing."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Atmospheric audio and visual effects create sensory stimulation and emotional engagement."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social recognition or status systems."

    • Story
      4

      "Strong narrative focus with intertwined dual character storylines and lore."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Requires planning for ammo conservation, puzzle solving, and combat tactics."

    • Thrill
      4

      "Jump scares, suspense, and horror elements provide thrill and tension."

    • Value
      3

      "Good value for nostalgic players and fans of classic survival horror, especially at discounted prices."

    • Violence
      3

      "Combat against monsters with firearms and weapons is a core gameplay element."

    • Survival
      3

      "Limited ammo and health management create survival challenges."

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