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If Found...
2020
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Quick resume
If Found... is a game about going home, coming out and erasing everything.
Global score
90/100
Genres
Casual, Indie, Visual Novel, Adventure
Pros
- Powerful and emotional storytelling
- Unique erasing mechanic
- Beautiful hand-drawn art style
- Strong lgbtq+ representation
- Immersive soundtrack
Cons
- Short playtime
- Minimal gameplay complexity
- Some players find erasing mechanic tiresome
- Linear narrative with limited player choice
- Sci-fi elements feel disconnected to some
Motivations
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Autonomy3
"Players direct the erasing mechanic to progress the story, giving a sense of control over narrative pacing and engagement."
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Competence-2
"Gameplay is simple and mostly involves erasing text and images; minimal skill or challenge involved."
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Competition-5
"No competitive elements; focus is on personal story experience without comparison to others."
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Continuation2
"Players often engage in a single session of 2-3 hours, emotionally invested enough to replay or explore alternate endings."
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Cooperation-5
"Single-player experience focused on individual narrative; no multiplayer or cooperative features."
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Creativity4
"Unique erasing mechanic and hand-drawn art style allow creative interaction and expression within the story."
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Domination-5
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; experience is personal and empathetic."
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Escapism4
"Players use the game to emotionally process identity and personal struggles, providing meaningful escape and reflection."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and emotional connection, not obligation or external pressure."
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Experimenting2
"The erasing mechanic offers a novel way to interact with the story, encouraging players to explore narrative pacing."
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Exploration-3
"Story unfolds linearly with limited discovery; players explore emotional content rather than new environments."
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Expression3
"Customization of diary entries and character creator at the end allow some personal expression."
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Fantasy-2
"Primarily a realistic narrative about identity and family, with some sci-fi elements that are secondary and less emphasized."
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Fellowship1
"Themes of friendship and chosen family are present, fostering a sense of community through narrative."
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Growth5
"Strong focus on personal development, self-acceptance, and emotional growth throughout the story."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
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Idle-4
"Requires continuous attention and interaction to progress; not suited for background or idle play."
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Intimacy4
"Deep emotional connections and personal relationships are central to the narrative experience."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements; experience is focused on individual perspective."
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Progression3
"Narrative progression and unlocking story chapters provide a sense of advancement and development."
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Relaxation3
"Emotional pacing and music create moments of catharsis and flow, balancing tension with relief."
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Sensation3
"Art style and soundtrack provide strong sensory and emotional stimulation."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition systems; experience is personal and introspective."
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Story5
"Narrative immersion is the core of the game, with strong character development and emotional storytelling."
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Strategy-4
"Minimal strategic or problem-solving elements; gameplay is straightforward and linear."
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Thrill-3
"Emotional tension is present but controlled; lacks suspense or risk-based excitement."
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Value3
"Players perceive strong emotional and narrative value despite short playtime."
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Violence-5
"No violent or destructive gameplay; focus is on emotional and constructive storytelling."
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Survival-5
"No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable narrative environment."
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