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PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2022

Should you play it?

A 2D exploration adventure game set in a creepy, mysterious art gallery.

What works
  • Engaging story and characters
  • Creative and varied puzzles
  • Immersive atmosphere and music
  • Multiple endings and replay value
  • Improved graphics and quality of life features
Things to keep in mind
  • Short game length
  • Some puzzles simplified or changed
  • Language barrier before english patch
  • Minor loss of original sound effects
  • Limited gameplay variety beyond puzzles

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • MareQuest

  • Super Motherload

  • DELTARUNE

  • Minds Beneath Us

  • Neva

  • Wildfire

  • Open Sorcery

  • Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy

  • Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • MareQuest

  • Open Sorcery

  • Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption
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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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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 (hidden on purpose).

Ib: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Leadership.

Why this game works

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

  • Autonomy

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    3

    "Players can choose dialogue options affecting character behavior and endings, explore levels with some freedom, and decide how to approach puzzles and interactions."

    Capsule for Pinstripe Pinstripe

    "Players can explore the art gallery, solve puzzles, and choose dialogue interactions freely, with multiple endings based on choices."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "The game involves solving puzzles of varying difficulty, requiring observation, experimentation, and logical thinking, providing a sense of skill and accomplishment."

    Capsule for Delores: A Thimbleweed Park Mini-Adventure Delores: A Thimbleweed Park Mini-Adventure

    "The game involves puzzle solving with varying difficulty, including new and revamped puzzles that challenge players' observation and logic skills."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -4

    "The game focuses on personal experience and story progression without competitive elements or player comparison."

    Capsule for The Boba Teashop The Boba Teashop

    "The game is focused on personal experience and story exploration without competitive elements or player comparison."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    4

    "Players report replaying multiple times for story endings and achievements, showing attachment."

    Capsule for Coffee Talk Coffee Talk

    "Players report replaying multiple times to explore all endings, collect all artworks, and experience new content, showing strong attachment."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    2

    "Interaction with AI companions who read alongside player and comment, creating a sense of partnership."

    Capsule for Hate Plus Hate Plus

    "Players interact with companions Garry and Mary, with the ability to talk to them anytime, enhancing cooperative narrative experience."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    4

    "The game features unique art style, narrative structure, and puzzle design, encouraging players to interpret and engage creatively."

    Capsule for Hello Charlotte EP3: Childhood's End Hello Charlotte EP3: Childhood's End

    "The game features creative puzzle design, unique art style, and encourages exploration of artworks and story elements."

  • Domination

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    "The game emphasizes equal relationships and emotional connection rather than control or superiority over others."

    Capsule for Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

    "The game emphasizes shared experiences and emotional bonds rather than control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    5

    "Players use the game to escape reality, enjoying its humor, story, and immersive world."

    Capsule for Goodbye Deponia Goodbye Deponia

    "Players use the game as a means to escape reality, with immersive atmosphere, emotional storytelling, and nostalgic value."

  • Expectation

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    "Engagement is driven by personal desire, nostalgia, and intrinsic interest rather than obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for Planet Zoo Planet Zoo

    "Engagement is driven by personal desire, nostalgia, and intrinsic interest rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Players explore different dialogue options, puzzle solutions, and secret endings, encouraging experimentation."

    Capsule for Kindergarten 3 Kindergarten 3

    "Players explore different endings, puzzles, and dialogue options, experimenting with choices and interactions."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    4

    "The game encourages exploration of diverse, hand-painted environments with hidden items and secrets."

    Capsule for Child of Light Child of Light

    "The game encourages discovery of new areas, hidden paintings, and secrets within the art gallery environment."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    2

    "Some character customization and dialogue choices allow personal expression, though limited compared to full customization."

    Capsule for Paradise Killer Paradise Killer

    "Some character interactions and dialogue customization allow for personal expression, though limited to narrative choices."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    4

    "Game features imaginative creatures and a whimsical, surreal world with body horror and narrative fantasy elements."

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    "The game presents a surreal, imaginative world inside an art museum with horror and fantasy elements."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    3

    "Community and multiplayer interactions foster a sense of belonging among fans and players."

    Capsule for Supreme Commander Supreme Commander

    "Strong community and shared fandom exist, and in-game relationships with companions foster a sense of belonging."

  • Growth

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    3

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and emotional understanding through story progression."

    Capsule for The Last Campfire The Last Campfire

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and emotional understanding through multiple playthroughs and story engagement."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "The game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

    Capsule for Cat in the Box Cat in the Box

    "The game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

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

    Capsule for Puzzle Agent 2 Puzzle Agent 2

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

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

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    "Emotional and personal conversations foster close connections with characters."

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    "Emotional connections with characters and meaningful dialogue foster close relationships and affection."

  • Leadership

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    "Players mainly support and collaborate with characters rather than lead or manage groups."

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    "Players follow a linear narrative and support companions rather than lead or manage groups."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

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    "Progression through story, unlocking new areas, and collecting items contributes to advancement."

    Capsule for Farewell North Farewell North

    "Progression through story, unlocking new areas, endings, and collecting artworks provides a sense of advancement."

  • Relaxation

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    "The game balances emotional depth with soothing music and gentle gameplay, creating a relaxing yet engaging experience."

    Capsule for Newfound Courage Newfound Courage

    "The game balances tension with soothing music and atmosphere, providing moments of flow and emotional release."

  • Sensation

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    "Enjoyable visual and auditory experience with atmospheric music and art style."

    Capsule for Vigil: The Longest Night Vigil: The Longest Night

    "Visual and auditory elements create an engaging sensory experience with atmospheric music and art."

  • Status

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    "Focus is on personal experience rather than social recognition or popularity."

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    "Focus is on personal experience rather than social recognition or popularity."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

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    "Narrative immersion is a core aspect, with emotional, complex story and character development."

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    "Narrative immersion is a core aspect, with emotional storytelling, character development, and multiple endings."

  • Strategy

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    "Players use problem solving and planning to overcome puzzles and survive."

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    "Players engage in problem solving and planning to complete puzzles and achieve desired endings."

  • Thrill

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    "Creates suspense and unease through atmosphere and story rather than jump scares."

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    "The game builds suspense and unease through atmosphere and horror elements without relying on jump scares."

  • Value

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    "Players perceive strong value from emotional impact, replayability, and meaningful content."

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    "Players perceive strong value in emotional impact, replayability, and artistic quality despite short length."

  • Violence

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    "Minimal violence; gameplay focuses on puzzle-solving and exploration rather than combat."

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    "The game focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving with minimal violent content or combat."

  • Survival

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    "Players must avoid damage and defeat enemies to survive, but the game is forgiving and not focused on harsh survival mechanics."

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Last update: 01/06/2026