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DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition
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
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Autonomy3
"Players follow a linear story with limited choices but can explore and interact with environment items freely."
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Competence2
"Simple puzzles and interactions provide some skill challenge but mostly straightforward gameplay."
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Competition-5
"No competitive elements; focus is on personal story and experience."
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Continuation1
"Short game with some replay value for achievements but generally a one-time experience."
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Cooperation-5
"Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative features."
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Creativity3
"Unique pixel art style and symbolic storytelling show creative expression."
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Domination-5
"No social dominance or power over others; story focuses on internal conflict."
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Escapism4
"Players immerse in a dark psychological narrative to escape or reflect on real-life moral dilemmas."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily for personal interest and reflection, not obligation."
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Experimenting1
"Some exploration and item interaction experimentation but mostly linear progression."
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Exploration2
"Players explore limited environments to uncover story elements and puzzles."
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Expression1
"Minimal character customization; expression mainly through narrative and art style."
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Fantasy-3
"Grounded in realistic social and moral issues despite some surreal horror elements."
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Fellowship-5
"No social or community features; solitary narrative experience."
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Growth3
"Players reflect on moral growth and consequences through story progression."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity elements."
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Idle-3
"Requires focused attention to progress through puzzles and story."
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Intimacy2
"Emotional connection to story and characters but no social intimacy."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements."
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Progression2
"Story and puzzle progression with some item collection but no complex upgrades."
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Relaxation-1
"Atmosphere is tense and somber rather than relaxing."
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Sensation3
"Strong atmospheric audio-visual elements create emotional and sensory engagement."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition systems."
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Story5
"Central narrative focus with strong psychological and moral themes."
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Strategy1
"Simple puzzle solving requires some planning but no complex strategy."
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Thrill2
"Some suspense and psychological horror elements create mild thrill."
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Value3
"Good value for price especially on sale; short but meaningful experience."
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Violence2
"Contains disturbing imagery and some gore but no player-driven violence."
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Survival-3
"No survival mechanics; stable conditions throughout gameplay."
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