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Close To The Sun
2020
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Quick resume
Deep in international waters, Tesla’s Helios stands still. An unbound utopia for scientific research, Rose Archer steps aboard in search of her sister, quickly to discover not all is as it seems. A single word covers the entrance… QUARANTINE!
Global score
74/100
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Pros
- Stunning art deco visuals
- Immersive atmosphere
- Engaging story and characters
- Well-crafted environments
- Good voice acting and sound design
Cons
- Slow and clunky movement
- Trial-and-error chase sequences
- Short length and limited replayability
- Linear and scripted gameplay
- Some technical issues and lack of customization
Motivations
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Autonomy2
"Players explore a linear environment with some freedom to find collectibles but overall guided on rails with scripted events."
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Competence1
"Gameplay involves simple puzzles and some chase sequences requiring timing and memorization, but overall low skill ceiling."
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Competition-5
"No competitive or multiplayer elements; focus is on personal exploration and story experience."
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Continuation1
"Short game with limited replay value; some players enjoy the atmosphere enough to replay but generally a one-time experience."
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Cooperation-5
"Single player experience with no cooperative gameplay or multiplayer interaction."
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Creativity2
"Players can explore and discover story elements and collectibles, but no creation or modification mechanics."
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Domination-5
"No social dominance or power dynamics; purely individual experience."
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Escapism4
"Players immerse themselves in a fictional alternate history and horror setting to escape reality."
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Expectation-3
"Players engage voluntarily driven by interest in story and atmosphere rather than obligation."
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Experimenting-1
"Some exploration and puzzle solving but mostly following established paths and scripted events."
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Exploration3
"Encouraged to explore detailed environments and find collectibles, though within linear level design."
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Expression-5
"No character customization or player expression options."
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Fantasy4
"Alternate history with sci-fi and horror elements, fictionalized Tesla and supernatural events."
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Fellowship-5
"Single player game with minimal social interaction or community involvement."
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Growth1
"Some learning through puzzle solving and story comprehension but limited skill development."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."
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Idle-3
"Requires focused attention to progress; not designed for casual or background play."
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Intimacy-4
"Limited emotional connection mainly through story; no social or relationship building."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements."
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Progression2
"Progress through chapters and collect items; no complex upgrade or leveling system."
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Relaxation2
"Atmospheric and immersive but includes tense chase sequences that increase stress."
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Sensation3
"Visually impressive with strong audio design and jump scares providing sensory stimulation."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition systems."
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Story4
"Strong narrative focus with immersive storytelling and character-driven plot."
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Strategy-1
"Simple puzzles and trial-and-error chase sequences; minimal strategic depth."
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Thrill3
"Jump scares and chase sequences provide moments of suspense and adrenaline."
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Value2
"Generally considered good value especially on sale for a short but polished experience."
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Violence3
"Includes gore and dismembered bodies; chase sequences involve escaping violent threats."
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Survival2
"Chase sequences require avoiding death; no complex survival mechanics."
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