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Duck Simulator 2

Xbox One, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2021

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Quick resume

A genre-defying phenomenon that will take you on a journey to stop a rubber duck from taking over the developer's game!

Global score

96/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Platform, Turn-based strategy (TBS)

Pros

  • Free to play
  • Creative and varied gameplay
  • Strong narrative and emotional impact
  • High replayability
  • Good soundtrack and sound design

Cons

  • Short overall length
  • Some grind required
  • Minor bugs reported
  • Some difficulty spikes
  • Limited graphics polish

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players experience multiple gameplay styles and can explore different game modes and endings, indicating a high degree of control and freedom."

  • Competence
    3

    "The game offers challenging boss fights and varied mechanics that require skill, though some parts are easy or casual."

  • Competition
    -3

    "No evidence of competitive multiplayer or leaderboards; focus is on personal experience and self-set goals."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Many players report long playtimes, replayability, and habitual engagement with the game."

  • Cooperation
    -4

    "The game is primarily a single-player experience with no mention of cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity
    4

    "The game features genre-switching, meta-narrative, and creative storytelling, showing high originality and experimentation."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No signs of exerting control over others; interactions are personal and narrative-driven."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Players describe emotional immersion, distraction from real-life problems, and transformative experiences."

  • Expectation
    -5

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no indication of obligation."

  • Experimenting
    5

    "The game encourages trying different genres, mechanics, and exploring multiple endings."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players discover secrets, collectibles, and hidden content across varied game modes."

  • Expression
    1

    "Some customization elements like maxing out the duck, but limited evidence of deep self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "The game features surreal, imaginative scenarios and meta-fictional elements beyond realistic experiences."

  • Fellowship
    -4

    "The experience is mostly solitary with minimal social or community interaction."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop skills through challenging gameplay and learn game mechanics, though some parts are simple."

  • Health
    -5

    "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay."

  • Idle
    2

    "Includes clicker mechanics suitable for casual or intermittent play, but also requires focused engagement."

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Minimal social or emotional connections beyond narrative; no close relationships formed."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or management roles; single-player narrative focus."

  • Progression
    4

    "Players collect items, unlock achievements, and progress through multiple game modes and story chapters."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Some players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, though challenging boss fights add tension."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Positive sensory feedback from music, sound design, and varied gameplay styles."

  • Status
    -4

    "No social recognition or ranking systems; focus is on personal experience."

  • Story
    5

    "Strong narrative presence with emotional storytelling, plot twists, and character development."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Some strategic elements in boss fights and puzzle segments, but much gameplay is straightforward."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Boss fights and challenging segments provide suspense and excitement."

  • Value
    5

    "Highly praised for being free with rich content and replayability, perceived as excellent value."

  • Violence
    1

    "Some combat elements exist but are mild and cartoonish; not focused on violence."

  • Survival
    1

    "Some challenge in avoiding failure during boss fights, but no strong survival mechanics."

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