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Evan's Remains
2020
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Quick resume
Years after a boy genius named Evan disappears, a bizarre letter arrives. Evan wants a girl named Dysis to come find him. As Dysis, you’ll need to solve an intricate series of puzzles to unravel the entire mystery—and bring Evan home.
Global score
88/100
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Platform, Visual Novel, Puzzle
Pros
- Engaging and emotional story
- Beautiful pixel art and animation
- Relaxing and atmospheric soundtrack
- Accessible and intuitive puzzles with skip option
- Player choice in pacing and experience
Cons
- Story pacing can feel slow or heavy with dialogue
- Puzzles may be too simple or repetitive for some
- Some players find the ending divisive or confusing
- Limited gameplay variety and exploration
- Lack of replayability beyond story nostalgia
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players can skip puzzles or story segments, allowing control over their experience and pacing."
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Competence2
"Puzzles provide some challenge but are generally simple and accessible, with an option to skip."
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Competition-5
"No evidence of competitive elements; focus is on personal experience and story."
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Continuation3
"Players report being hooked by story and wanting to finish; some replay for nostalgia or story re-experience."
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Cooperation-5
"Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative features."
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Creativity1
"Some puzzle solving and platforming creativity, but mostly predefined puzzles and story."
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Domination-5
"No elements of dominance or power over others; cooperative and narrative focus."
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Escapism4
"Players use the game as a relaxing, immersive escape with emotional and philosophical story."
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Expectation-4
"Engagement driven by intrinsic interest in story and puzzles, voluntary play."
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Experimenting1
"Some experimentation with puzzle solutions encouraged, but within structured gameplay."
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Exploration1
"Limited exploration in linear levels, but discovery of story and puzzle solutions."
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Expression-5
"No character customization or player expression; fixed narrative and visuals."
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Fantasy3
"Story involves mystery and imaginative elements beyond realistic scenarios."
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Fellowship-5
"Solo game experience with minimal social interaction."
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Growth3
"Players develop puzzle-solving skills and engage with complex narrative themes."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity elements."
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Idle-3
"Requires focused attention to puzzles and story; not designed for background play."
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Intimacy1
"Emotional engagement with characters and story, but no social relationship building."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements; single-player narrative."
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Progression2
"Progression through story and puzzles, but no item collection or upgrades."
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Relaxation4
"Calm atmosphere, soothing music, and gentle puzzle difficulty promote relaxation."
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Sensation3
"Enjoyable pixel art visuals and atmospheric soundtrack provide sensory pleasure."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition systems present."
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Story5
"Strong narrative focus with emotional, philosophical, and plot twists driving engagement."
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Strategy1
"Puzzles require some problem solving but are generally straightforward and simple."
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Thrill1
"Some suspense in story twists but overall calm and contemplative tone."
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Value4
"Players feel the game offers good value for price and time invested."
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Violence-5
"No violent or destructive gameplay elements; focus on puzzles and story."
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Survival-5
"No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe game environment."
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