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Dungeons 4

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 • 2023

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Quick resume

The Absolute Evil and its trusted *cough* servant, the Dark Elf Thalya, return in Dungeons 4 after the events of its fabulous predecessor to bring about their triumph over the forces of good once more.

Global score

88/100

Genres

Simulator, Strategy, Real Time Strategy (RTS)

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    Pros

    • Engaging dungeon building and rts hybrid gameplay
    • Humorous and self-aware narrative
    • Well-balanced campaign with varied missions
    • Co-op mode with friends
    • Polished graphics and sound design

    Cons

    • Some performance issues on lower-end pcs
    • Limited skirmish/random map variety
    • Simplified mechanics may lack depth for some
    • Some ui and micromanagement frustrations
    • Story and humor may not appeal to all

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

    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

      "Players can freely choose units, research paths, and strategies; some routine in resource gathering but overall player-directed actions."

    • Competence
      3

      "Gameplay involves skillful multitasking, managing resources, and strategic army control with some challenges and achievements."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is mainly on single-player campaign and co-op with friends; no matchmaking or ranked modes mentioned."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Players report long play sessions, extensive campaign, achievements, and replayability with DLC and skirmishes."

    • Cooperation
      3

      "Co-op mode with friends available; teamwork emphasized but no matchmaking or large-scale multiplayer."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players build and customize dungeons, choose unit compositions and research paths, and use traps creatively."

    • Domination
      -4

      "Interactions are balanced and cooperative; no evidence of trash talk or power imposition."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Humorous, fantasy setting with lighthearted tone provides escapism and stress relief."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no obligation or pressure mentioned."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players try different unit builds, strategies, and research paths; some repetition but room for experimentation."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Campaign and skirmish maps offer some discovery; no mention of random map generation or extensive exploration."

    • Expression
      2

      "Some customization of characters (e.g. Thalya outfits) and dungeon layout; limited cosmetic options."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strong fantasy theme with dungeon monsters, magic, and humorous fictional narrative."

    • Fellowship
      2

      "Some community engagement via co-op and map editor; mostly single-player focus."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills, unlock perks, and improve strategies through campaign and achievements."

    • Health
      -5

      "Typical sedentary PC gaming experience; no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires continuous attention and multitasking; not suitable for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -4

      "Social interactions limited to co-op; no close relationship formation described."

    • Leadership
      3

      "Players lead armies and manage dungeons; some strategic decision-making and guidance."

    • Progression
      4

      "Players accumulate resources, unlock research, and upgrade units and skills throughout campaign."

    • Relaxation
      2

      "Humorous tone and pacing provide some relaxation, but multitasking and timed objectives add tension."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Enjoyable graphics, sound design, and animations provide sensory stimulation and fun."

    • Status
      -3

      "No leaderboards or social recognition; focus on personal achievement and enjoyment."

    • Story
      3

      "Narrative with humor and characters present; story not deep but adds context and engagement."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Requires multitasking, resource management, and tactical combat decisions; not deeply complex."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Some suspense from timed missions and combat, but overall controlled and humorous experience."

    • Value
      2

      "Players find good value in content, length, and humor; some feel price is high but worth it on sale."

    • Violence
      4

      "Combat and destruction of heroes and enemies is core gameplay; fantasy violence with humor."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players must defend dungeon and manage resources to avoid failure; some challenge in missions."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026