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Dread X Collection
2020
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Quick resume
10 Tales of Terror from 10 Twisted Minds. Made in only 7 Sleepless Nights. The Dread X Collection is a series of small games created by some of the most talented indie devs around, all with the same mission: create the P.T. for the horror project of their dreams.
Global score
80/100
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game, Platform, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Shooter, Puzzle, Arcade
Pros
- Diverse and creative indie horror games
- Varied gameplay styles and narratives
- Affordable price for multiple games
- Some standout titles with strong atmosphere
- Short, experimental prototypes
Cons
- Inconsistent quality across games
- Some games buggy or unpolished
- Few games feel incomplete or too short
- Lack of multiplayer or social features
- Some frustrating gameplay mechanics
Motivations
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Autonomy3
"Players have freedom to explore different short horror games with varied mechanics and styles, though some games have linear or fixed paths."
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Competence2
"Games vary in skill demand; some require puzzle solving, platforming, or survival strategy, while others are simple walking simulators."
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Competition-4
"Focus is on individual experience and personal progress without competitive or ranked modes."
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Continuation1
"Players tend to play through the collection in one or few sessions; some games encourage replay for secrets or endings."
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Cooperation-5
"All games are single-player experiences with no cooperative or multiplayer elements."
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Creativity4
"Highly creative anthology with diverse game concepts, art styles, and mechanics across the ten indie horror games."
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Domination-5
"No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; games are solo experiences."
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Escapism4
"Players use the games to experience horror and imaginative worlds, escaping real life through varied narratives and atmospheres."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in indie horror and experimental games, not out of obligation."
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Experimenting4
"The collection encourages trying new game concepts, mechanics, and horror styles in short prototypes."
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Exploration3
"Several games involve exploring environments, uncovering secrets, and piecing together stories."
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Expression-3
"Limited customization or self-expression; games mostly use preset characters and aesthetics."
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Fantasy4
"Games feature imaginative horror fiction, supernatural elements, and surreal or sci-fi settings."
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Fellowship-5
"No social or community features; all games are designed for solo play."
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Growth2
"Some games involve learning mechanics, spells, or strategies, though limited by short playtime."
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Health-5
"No physical activity or health-related gameplay elements."
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Idle-3
"Most games require focused attention; some walking simulators allow slower paced play."
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Intimacy-5
"No close social interactions or relationship building; solo experiences only."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management roles; all games are single-player."
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Progression2
"Some games feature item collection, unlocking abilities, or completing objectives to progress."
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Relaxation0
"Mixed experiences: some games create tension and suspense, others are more relaxed walking sims."
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Sensation3
"Games provide sensory stimulation through varied art styles, sound design, and atmospheric horror."
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Status-5
"No social recognition or status systems present."
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Story3
"Many games have narrative elements, lore, and plot twists that engage players in story immersion."
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Strategy2
"Some games require puzzle solving, resource management, or tactical decision making."
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Thrill3
"Several games build suspense and tension, delivering jump scares or psychological horror."
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Value4
"Players perceive good value for money given the number of games and creative content."
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Violence1
"Some games include combat or shooting elements, but violence is not the main focus."
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Survival2
"A few games involve survival mechanics such as resource management and avoiding death."
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