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Caligo

PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

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Quick resume

Caligo is the darkness everyone descends into one way or another, and to each of us it's something different. For some it's a short but exciting adventure, some will see it as a place to relax. Yet others will be reminded of their worst nightmare, while for a few, it might come as a revelation.

Global score

75/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

Pros

  • Beautiful and imaginative visuals
  • Thought-provoking philosophical story
  • Relaxing music and atmosphere
  • Short and concise experience
  • Easy achievements and collectibles

Cons

  • Linear and slow-paced gameplay
  • Poor optimization and performance issues
  • Mixed and sometimes poor voice acting
  • Lack of interactivity and exploration
  • Very short length with limited replay value

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    -4

    "Gameplay is highly linear with no running or significant player choice besides the final ending; players follow a preset path and dialogue."

  • Competence
    -4

    "No skill challenges or puzzles; gameplay consists mainly of walking and listening to story."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive elements or comparison to others; purely single-player experience."

  • Continuation
    1

    "Some players replay to see alternate endings or collect all collectibles, but overall short length limits habitual play."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Highly praised for artistic and imaginative level design and visual creativity."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and contemplative tone."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a contemplative, atmospheric escape with philosophical themes and immersive environments."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for personal interest in story and atmosphere; no obligation or pressure noted."

  • Experimenting
    -3

    "Gameplay is linear and repetitive; limited exploration and no novel mechanics to experiment with."

  • Exploration
    1

    "Some minor exploration to find collectibles, but mostly linear paths with limited discovery."

  • Expression
    -4

    "No character customization or player-driven expression; fixed narrative and presentation."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Game features surreal, dreamlike, and fantastical environments and themes about afterlife and existence."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; purely solitary experience."

  • Growth
    -3

    "Minimal learning or skill development; some personal reflection possible but no gameplay growth."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    3

    "Slow walking pace and contemplative gameplay allow for relaxed, low-attention engagement."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship building; solitary narrative experience."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements; single-player only."

  • Progression
    1

    "Some progression through story and collectibles, but no power or item accumulation."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Game praised for its relaxing atmosphere, music, and contemplative pacing."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Strong visual and auditory stimulation through art design and soundtrack."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems present."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative-driven experience with philosophical and existential themes, though writing and voice acting are mixed."

  • Strategy
    -5

    "No strategic or problem-solving gameplay; purely linear walking and listening."

  • Thrill
    -4

    "No suspense or risk; calm, controlled experience."

  • Value
    3

    "Generally considered good value on sale for its short length and artistic experience."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No combat or destructive elements; focus on exploration and story."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe environment."

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