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Firework

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2021

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Quick resume

An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering.

Global score

98/100

Genres

Indie, Adventure, Platform, Shooter, Arcade

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    Pros

    • Engaging and emotional story
    • Unique and beautiful art style
    • Atmospheric sound design
    • Cultural and supernatural themes
    • Accessible gameplay

    Cons

    • Very linear gameplay
    • Simple and few puzzles
    • Some translation issues
    • Lack of voice acting
    • Short game length

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Autonomy, Strategy, Experimenting, Competence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Creativity. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Idle, Exploration.

    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 very linear with a fixed narrative path and limited player choices, emphasizing following the story rather than directing actions."

    • Competence
      -2

      "Gameplay involves simple puzzles and walking simulation with minimal challenge, focusing more on story than skill mastery."

    • Competition
      -5

      "No competitive elements or comparison with others; experience is solitary and personal."

    • Continuation
      2

      "Players report being engaged and emotionally invested, often playing in one sitting and reflecting after completion."

    • Cooperation
      -5

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

    • Creativity
      3

      "Art style and narrative presentation are highly creative and unique, though gameplay mechanics are simple."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are narrative-driven and equal."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Strong immersion in a supernatural, culturally rich story provides escape from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and intrinsic motivation to experience the story."

    • Experimenting
      -3

      "Gameplay is straightforward and linear with limited exploration or mechanical experimentation."

    • Exploration
      -4

      "Movement is limited to a 2D plane with no open exploration; environments are fixed and narrative-driven."

    • Expression
      -4

      "No character customization or player-driven expression; presentation is fixed by the developers."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Strong supernatural and cultural folklore elements create an imaginative and fictional experience."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "Experience is solitary with no social or community features."

    • Growth
      1

      "Players learn about Chinese culture and folklore, and experience emotional growth through the narrative."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires focused attention to follow story and solve puzzles; not designed for background play."

    • Intimacy
      1

      "Emotional connection to characters and story is reported, but no social interaction."

    • Leadership
      -5

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

    • Progression
      1

      "Progression is narrative-based with unlocking story segments; no item or upgrade accumulation."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Atmosphere is eerie but balanced; players experience emotional catharsis and flow."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Art, music, and sound design provide sensory stimulation and emotional impact."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social recognition or status systems present."

    • Story
      5

      "Strong narrative focus with complex story, character development, and emotional depth."

    • Strategy
      -4

      "Puzzles are simple and gameplay is linear, requiring minimal strategic thinking."

    • Thrill
      1

      "Some suspense and eerie moments but no intense thrills or jump scares."

    • Value
      4

      "Players feel the game offers good value for its price and length, especially for story lovers."

    • Violence
      -3

      "Minimal violence; focus is on story and atmosphere rather than combat or destruction."

    • Survival
      -5

      "No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable and safe gameplay environment."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026