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DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2015

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Quick resume

DISTRAINT is a 2D psychological horror adventure game for PC. In order to secure a partnership in a famous company, Price seizes the property of an elderly woman. In that very moment, he finds out the price of his humanity.

Global score

93/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Indie

Pros

  • Engaging psychological narrative
  • Unique pixel art style
  • Atmospheric sound design
  • Meaningful moral themes
  • Short and accessible gameplay

Cons

  • Very short playtime
  • Simple and linear gameplay
  • Some puzzle sections frustrating
  • Limited replay value
  • Lack of gameplay depth

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players follow a linear story with limited choices but can explore and interact with environment items freely."

  • Competence
    2

    "Simple puzzles and interactions provide some skill challenge but mostly straightforward gameplay."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive elements; focus is on personal story and experience."

  • Continuation
    1

    "Short game with some replay value for achievements but generally a one-time experience."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative features."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Unique pixel art style and symbolic storytelling show creative expression."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social dominance or power over others; story focuses on internal conflict."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players immerse in a dark psychological narrative to escape or reflect on real-life moral dilemmas."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for personal interest and reflection, not obligation."

  • Experimenting
    1

    "Some exploration and item interaction experimentation but mostly linear progression."

  • Exploration
    2

    "Players explore limited environments to uncover story elements and puzzles."

  • Expression
    1

    "Minimal character customization; expression mainly through narrative and art style."

  • Fantasy
    -3

    "Grounded in realistic social and moral issues despite some surreal horror elements."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; solitary narrative experience."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players reflect on moral growth and consequences through story progression."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity elements."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to progress through puzzles and story."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Emotional connection to story and characters but no social intimacy."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements."

  • Progression
    2

    "Story and puzzle progression with some item collection but no complex upgrades."

  • Relaxation
    -1

    "Atmosphere is tense and somber rather than relaxing."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Strong atmospheric audio-visual elements create emotional and sensory engagement."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social status or recognition systems."

  • Story
    5

    "Central narrative focus with strong psychological and moral themes."

  • Strategy
    1

    "Simple puzzle solving requires some planning but no complex strategy."

  • Thrill
    2

    "Some suspense and psychological horror elements create mild thrill."

  • Value
    3

    "Good value for price especially on sale; short but meaningful experience."

  • Violence
    2

    "Contains disturbing imagery and some gore but no player-driven violence."

  • Survival
    -3

    "No survival mechanics; stable conditions throughout gameplay."

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