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COCOON

Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 • 2023

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Quick resume

From Jeppe Carlsen, the lead gameplay designer of LIMBO and INSIDE — COCOON takes you on an adventure across worlds within worlds. Master world-leaping mechanics and solve intricate puzzles to unravel a cosmic mystery.

Global score

95/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

Pros

  • Innovative and creative puzzle mechanics
  • Stunning art direction and sound design
  • Immersive and atmospheric alien world
  • Intuitive and satisfying puzzle progression
  • Polished and bug-free gameplay experience

Cons

  • Short game length for full price
  • Linear progression with limited exploration
  • Minimal narrative or story depth
  • Some puzzles may feel repetitive or simple
  • Lack of replay value beyond collectibles

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to explore puzzles and experiment with orb mechanics, with minimal guidance and no text or dialogue."

  • Competence
    4

    "Puzzles provide satisfying challenges that ramp up in complexity, rewarding skillful problem solving and logical thinking."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No evidence of competitive elements; focus is on individual puzzle solving at personal pace."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players report being hooked for hours in single sessions and some replay value with collectibles."

  • Cooperation
    -5

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

  • Creativity
    5

    "Highly creative puzzle design with unique nested worlds mechanic and original visual and audio presentation."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control over others; experience is solitary and personal."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Immersive alien world and atmospheric design provide strong escape from reality."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment of puzzles and atmosphere."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Encourages experimentation with orb mechanics and puzzle solutions; some limitations but overall novel."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Exploration of alien environments and discovery of hidden collectibles, though linear progression."

  • Expression
    -3

    "No character customization or player expression; art style is fixed and consistent."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Set in an imaginative, alien world with surreal creatures and abstract narrative elements."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; strictly solo play."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and understanding of game mechanics progressively."

  • Health
    -5

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity components."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement to solve puzzles; not idle or background play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship-building elements."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles; single-player experience."

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through puzzles and unlocking new orb mechanics; some collectible hunting."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Generally relaxing atmosphere with balanced challenge; some moments of mental strain but overall flow."

  • Sensation
    4

    "Strong sensory stimulation through unique visuals, sound design, and immersive atmosphere."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems present."

  • Story
    2

    "Minimal narrative conveyed through environment and atmosphere; no explicit story or dialogue."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Requires logical thinking and planning to solve puzzles, though mechanics remain straightforward."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "Low suspense or risk; puzzles are challenging but not high-tension or thrilling."

  • Value
    0

    "Mixed opinions on price vs. length; some feel price is high for short duration, others find value in quality."

  • Violence
    -5

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

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable puzzle environment."

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