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Contagion
PC
2013
Quick resume
Contagion isn't your average Zombie Shooter but instead takes a more realistic and different approach to the popular genre with unique characters, environments, weapons, items, and a built in system that makes every round completely unpredictable with resources, objectives, and paths ever changing.
Pros
- intense cooperative gameplay
- thrilling zombie survival atmosphere
- strategic depth
- strong community aspect
Cons
- limited character customization
- not very relaxing
- minimal narrative focus
Motivations
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Autonomy
"Players have freedom in choosing roles and strategies in gameplay"
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Competence
"Game requires skillful play and mastering mechanics to survive"
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Competition
"Some competitive elements in player versus player modes"
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Continuation
"Players tend to engage in repeated sessions due to tense gameplay"
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Cooperation
"Strong emphasis on teamwork and cooperative objectives"
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Creativity
"Limited creativity mainly through tactical approaches and loadout customization"
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Domination
"Some players enjoy dominating others but not a core focus"
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Escapism
"Immersive zombie survival setting provides good escape from reality"
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ExpectationInsufficient data
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Experimenting
"Players experiment with different strategies and roles"
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Exploration
"Maps encourage exploration to find resources and safe zones"
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Expression
"Some character customization available"
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Fantasy
"Zombie apocalypse theme offers imaginative fiction elements"
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Fellowship
"Community and teamwork foster camaraderie"
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Growth
"Players develop skills and knowledge over time"
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HealthInsufficient data
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IdleInsufficient data
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IntimacyInsufficient data
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Leadership
"Opportunities to lead team strategies"
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Progression
"Progression through unlocking weapons and upgrades"
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Relaxation
"Game is tense and intense rather than relaxing"
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Sensation
"Thrilling and immersive sensory experience"
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Status
"Minimal focus on status or popularity"
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Story
"Some narrative elements but not a primary focus"
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Strategy
"Strong strategic and tactical gameplay"
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Thrill
"High suspense and thrill from zombie encounters and PvP"
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Value
"Generally perceived as good value for time spent"
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Violence
"Enjoyment of combat and zombie destruction is central"
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Survival
"Core gameplay revolves around survival mechanics"
Information
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
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