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Journey of a Roach

Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2013

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Quick resume

Nuclear war, post apocalypse, barren and lifeless wastelands.Lifeless? Not so much!Mutated insects have made their home in a bomb shelter and they're set on exploring the world.Let this point&click adventure welcome you to a hilariously bizarre end time world and join the roaches Jim and Bud on their journey to the surface.

Global score

89/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

Pros

  • Unique 3d wall and ceiling crawling mechanic
  • Charming and humorous story
  • Engaging puzzles
  • Cute and colorful art style
  • Accessible gameplay

Cons

  • Very short game length
  • Some puzzle solutions obscure or unintuitive
  • Motion sickness issues due to rotating camera
  • Limited replay value
  • Controls can be clunky at times

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players control the roach freely in a 3D environment with ability to climb walls and ceilings, allowing personal navigation and puzzle solving."

  • Competence
    2

    "Puzzles provide moderate challenge with some requiring trial and error, but generally accessible and rewarding problem-solving."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Single-player experience focused on personal puzzle solving and story progression without competitive elements."

  • Continuation
    -3

    "Short game length (2-4 hours) and limited replay value reduce habitual or long session play."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Unique mechanic of crawling on walls and ceilings and creative puzzle design encourage inventive play."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and solo play only."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Post-apocalyptic setting and charming story provide an engaging escape from reality."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and curiosity, not out of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Exploration of new mechanics like 3D movement on walls and ceilings encourages experimentation."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore multi-directional environments with rotating camera and hidden items."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited character customization; expression mainly through gameplay and story rather than avatar personalization."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Imaginative fiction featuring anthropomorphic cockroaches in a post-nuclear world with humorous storytelling."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; strictly solo experience."

  • Growth
    2

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and spatial reasoning through gameplay."

  • Health
    -5

    "Typical sedentary gameplay without physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and navigate complex environments."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship building; interactions limited to NPCs in single-player."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through collecting items and solving puzzles advances the story."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Generally light-hearted and charming atmosphere provides a relaxing experience despite some puzzle frustration."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Colorful graphics and quirky sounds provide moderate sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems; focus is on individual play."

  • Story
    4

    "Engaging narrative told through comic-style cutscenes and non-verbal communication."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Puzzles require logical thinking and planning, though not highly complex."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "Low risk and tension; gameplay is calm and puzzle-focused rather than suspenseful."

  • Value
    -2

    "Short length and limited replayability reduce perceived value at full price; recommended on sale."

  • Violence
    -4

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

  • Survival
    -3

    "No survival mechanics; stable environment focused on puzzle progression."

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