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Katamari Damacy REROLL

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch • 2018

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Quick resume

The beloved roll-em-up game returns with fully updated graphics, completely recreated cutscenes and in full HD!

Global score

93/100

Genres

Action, Casual, Adventure, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Unique and imaginative gameplay
    • Excellent and memorable soundtrack
    • High replay value with collectibles and achievements
    • Charming art style and quirky narrative
    • Accessible and relaxing experience

    Cons

    • Clunky and unintuitive keyboard controls
    • Short game length
    • Some technical issues with port (30fps lock, no autosave)
    • Limited variety in objectives
    • No multiplayer or social features

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership, Violence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Relaxation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence.

    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
      4

      "Players have freedom to explore levels and choose their own rolling paths with minimal hand-holding beyond the main goal."

    • Competence
      3

      "The game offers a satisfying skill curve with mastering controls and level navigation, though some find controls clunky."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is on personal progression and completion rather than competing against others; no mention of leaderboards or PvP."

    • Continuation
      4

      "High replay value with achievement hunting, collectibles, and endless modes encouraging habitual play."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Single-player experience with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

    • Creativity
      4

      "Players creatively explore and experiment with rolling up diverse objects; unique art style and quirky design."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control over others; interactions are solitary and non-confrontational."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Strong escapist appeal with whimsical, surreal gameplay and a joyful, relaxing atmosphere."

    • Expectation
      -4

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

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Encourages trying new routes, discovering hidden items, and experimenting with katamari size and movement."

    • Exploration
      4

      "Players explore levels to find new objects and secrets; map awareness and discovery are key gameplay elements."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization through unlocking cosmetic items and presents; unique character and world design supports self-expression."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Highly imaginative and surreal narrative with cosmic themes and absurd characters."

    • Fellowship
      -4

      "Primarily a solo experience with minimal social or community interaction."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop mastery over controls and strategies; achievement hunting provides learning challenges."

    • Health
      -5

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

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and active control; not designed for background or idle play."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No close social relationships or emotional sharing; interactions are limited to solo play."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual gameplay."

    • Progression
      5

      "Strong sense of progression by growing katamari size, unlocking items, and completing levels."

    • Relaxation
      4

      "Generally relaxing and cathartic gameplay with a cheerful soundtrack, though some tension exists in timed challenges."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Vibrant visuals and an acclaimed, catchy soundtrack provide strong sensory stimulation and emotional enjoyment."

    • Status
      -4

      "No social recognition or ranking systems; focus is on personal achievement."

    • Story
      3

      "Quirky narrative and characters add charm and context, though gameplay is simple and repetitive."

    • Strategy
      2

      "Some planning and route optimization required, but overall gameplay is straightforward and arcade-like."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Timed levels create some tension and urgency, but overall experience is lighthearted and controlled."

    • Value
      3

      "Good value especially on sale; short length balanced by replayability and unique experience."

    • Violence
      -4

      "Gameplay focuses on rolling and collecting rather than combat or destruction."

    • Survival
      -4

      "No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable, low-risk gameplay environment."

    Where to buy

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    Last update: 29/04/2026