Freedom Fall similar games & best alternatives

Freedom Fall

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, iOS • 2014

Should you play it?

Freedom Fall is a diabolical down-scrolling platformer set in a prison tower so tall it touches the clouds. Presented with hand painted art, its old school vibe mixes with fast-paced free falling action and a story with both dark wit and heart.

What works
  • Charming story and humor
  • Creative narrative via wall writings
  • Tight and responsive platforming
  • Multiple endings and replayability
  • Appealing art and music
Things to keep in mind
  • Short game length
  • Some frustrating difficulty spikes
  • Limited content and upgrades
  • No multiplayer or social features
  • Price considered high by some

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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  • Helskate

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Freedom Fall: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fellowship, Expression.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Competence

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  • Competition

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  • Creativity

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  • Domination

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    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is individual and non-confrontational."

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  • Escapism

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  • Exploration

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  • Expression

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  • Health

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    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

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  • Intimacy

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  • Story

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    "Narrative is a strong component with engaging characters, plot twists, and meaningful player choices."

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