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Deceive Inc.

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 • 2023

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Quick resume

Go undercover as the world’s greatest spies in this tense multiplayer game of subterfuge. Disguise as anyone, deploy an arsenal of high-tech gadgets or neutralize the competition. As long as you extract with the objective, no trick is too dirty when you work for DECEIVE INC.

Global score

81/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Strategy, Shooter, Tactical

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    Pros

    • Unique blend of stealth, strategy, and fps gameplay
    • Diverse characters with unique abilities
    • Engaging social deception mechanics
    • Strong community and developer support
    • Catchy music and appealing art style

    Cons

    • Small player base leading to long queue times
    • Steep learning curve for new players
    • Limited maps and content
    • Some balance issues and bugs
    • Price and monetization model concerns

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Intimacy, Fantasy.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    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
      4

      "Players have freedom to choose characters, gadgets, play styles, and strategic approaches, including stealth or aggressive tactics."

    • Competence
      4

      "High skill ceiling with tactical gameplay, aiming, and deception; players report rewarding skill expression and learning curve."

    • Competition
      5

      "Strong player-vs-player focus with ranked matches, team modes, and emphasis on outsmarting and outshooting opponents."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Players report long playtimes and habitual engagement, though some mention frustration with matchmaking and player base size."

    • Cooperation
      3

      "Team modes with 3-player squads, ability to revive teammates, and strategic coordination are core parts of gameplay."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players can customize loadouts, choose different agents with unique abilities, and experiment with gadgets and strategies."

    • Domination
      1

      "Some competitive tension and trash talk reported, but overall balanced interactions and emphasis on fair play."

    • Escapism
      3

      "Players enjoy immersive spy-themed gameplay and distraction from real life, with a lighthearted art style reducing tension."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no reports of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Encouraged to try different agents, gadgets, and play styles; players enjoy exploring mechanics and strategic options."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Maps are intricate and require navigation and discovery, though limited number of maps restricts extensive exploration."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization through skins and cosmetics available; players appreciate visual personalization despite no gameplay impact."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Strong spy and espionage theme with imaginative gadgets, disguises, and character abilities creating a fictional experience."

    • Fellowship
      3

      "Community-oriented with team play and social interaction; some reports of toxicity but generally cooperative play encouraged."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills in deception, aiming, and strategy; progression through unlocking characters and gear."

    • Health
      -5

      "Typical sedentary gaming experience with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention during matches; not suited for casual background play."

    • Intimacy
      2

      "Social interaction mainly through team coordination and communication; limited evidence of close emotional bonds."

    • Leadership
      2

      "Some players lead teams or coordinate strategies, but no strong emphasis on leadership roles."

    • Progression
      4

      "Players accumulate experience, unlock characters, weapons, and cosmetics, supporting a sense of advancement."

    • Relaxation
      -1

      "Game involves tension and suspense but also lighthearted elements; overall moderate relaxation."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Enjoyable audiovisual design with catchy music and stylized visuals providing sensory stimulation."

    • Status
      2

      "Some recognition through ranks and cosmetic items, but limited social status emphasis reported."

    • Story
      2

      "Basic narrative context of spy missions and objectives; gameplay focuses more on mechanics than deep story."

    • Strategy
      5

      "Strong emphasis on tactical thinking, deception, planning, and problem solving throughout gameplay."

    • Thrill
      4

      "High suspense and tension from stealth, deception, and extraction phases create thrilling experiences."

    • Value
      2

      "Generally considered good value for price; some players desire free-to-play to increase player base."

    • Violence
      3

      "Combat and elimination of opponents are core gameplay elements, with gunfights and tactical kills."

    • Survival
      4

      "Players must avoid death and outlast opponents; resource and positional management important for survival."

    Last update: 29/04/2026