Demetrios - The BIG Cynical Adventure similar games & best alternatives

Demetrios - The BIG Cynical Adventure

Mac, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Android, PlayStation Vita, iOS • 2016

Should you play it?

The Journey of an Idiot. 8 to 12 hours of fun!

What works
  • Humorous and engaging story
  • Varied puzzles and mini-games
  • Hint system with collectible cookies
  • Multiple endings and deaths for replayability
  • Hand-drawn art style and music
Things to keep in mind
  • Toilet humor may not appeal to everyone
  • Lack of voice acting
  • Some pixel hunting for collectibles
  • Limited manual save slots
  • Repetitive music

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Hidden Gems

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Demetrios - The BIG Cynical Adventure: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Intimacy.

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