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Dordogne

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2023

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Quick resume

Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.

Global score

92/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie

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    Pros

    • Beautiful watercolor art style
    • Heartfelt and emotional story
    • Relaxing and nostalgic atmosphere
    • Voice acting and soundtrack praised
    • Scrapbook customization feature

    Cons

    • Linear and guided gameplay
    • Clunky controls reported
    • Short game length
    • Limited exploration and puzzle depth
    • Some narrative elements feel rushed or underdeveloped

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Autonomy, Strategy, Experimenting, Competence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Thrill.

    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
      -3

      "The game is fairly linear with guided tasks and limited player choice, emphasizing following a preset narrative rather than free exploration."

    • Competence
      -2

      "Gameplay involves simple puzzles and mini-games that are easy and not skill-demanding, focusing more on story and atmosphere."

    • Competition
      -5

      "No competitive elements; the game is a solitary, narrative-driven experience without comparison to others."

    • Continuation
      2

      "Players engage in multiple chapters and some replay to collect missing items, showing moderate attachment and desire to continue."

    • Cooperation
      -5

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

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players can create scrapbook pages with collected items, photos, sounds, and poems, allowing some personal expression."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No elements of dominance or control over others; interactions are personal and narrative-focused."

    • Escapism
      4

      "The game offers a relaxing, nostalgic escape into childhood memories and peaceful countryside settings."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for personal interest in story and art, not out of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      -2

      "Gameplay is mostly established routines and guided interactions with limited novelty or mechanic exploration."

    • Exploration
      -1

      "Some exploration of environments and collecting items, but within small, defined areas and linear progression."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization of scrapbook pages and choice of photos and stickers allows for self-expression."

    • Fantasy
      -4

      "The game is grounded in realistic childhood memories and family relationships, without fantastical elements."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "Primarily a solo experience with minimal social or community interaction."

    • Growth
      2

      "Players learn about the story and characters, and develop understanding through narrative progression."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

    • Idle
      3

      "The game is slow-paced and relaxing, allowing for casual play and moments of wandering without pressure."

    • Intimacy
      3

      "Emotional storytelling fosters a sense of closeness with characters and themes of family and memory."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements; the player follows a personal narrative."

    • Progression
      2

      "Collecting items and unlocking achievements provide a sense of progression through the story."

    • Relaxation
      5

      "The game is designed for relaxation with gentle pacing, soothing music, and calming visuals."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Strong sensory appeal through beautiful watercolor art and pleasant soundtrack."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social status or recognition mechanics; focus is on personal experience."

    • Story
      5

      "Narrative immersion is central, with emotional storytelling and character development."

    • Strategy
      -4

      "Minimal strategic or problem-solving demands; puzzles are simple and guided."

    • Thrill
      -5

      "No suspense or risk; the experience is calm and emotionally gentle."

    • Value
      3

      "Players feel the game offers good value through its art, story, and emotional impact despite short length."

    • Violence
      -5

      "No violence; the game focuses on peaceful, constructive interactions."

    • Survival
      -5

      "No survival or threat mechanics; the environment is safe and stable."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026