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Master Reboot

Wii U, PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2013

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Quick resume

Imagine a world where death is no longer final, where precious memories are saved to enjoy forever, where your soul is immortal. Master Reboot is a haunting first-person sci-fi adventure.

Global score

75/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

Pros

  • Unique and immersive atmosphere
  • Engaging and mysterious story
  • Varied and creative puzzles
  • Diverse surreal environments
  • Balanced horror and exploration

Cons

  • Some clunky controls and platforming
  • Short game length
  • Lack of save points within levels
  • Occasional frustrating puzzles
  • Limited graphical fidelity and polish

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players explore memories with some freedom in order of unlocking, solving puzzles and choosing paths within levels"

  • Competence
    2

    "Puzzles vary in difficulty, some platforming and stealth elements require skill, but overall gameplay is accessible and not highly challenging"

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive or multiplayer elements; focus is on personal exploration and story"

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players report wanting to continue playing to uncover story and secrets, with some replay for achievements"

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single player experience with no cooperative gameplay"

  • Creativity
    3

    "Varied surreal environments and puzzles encourage creative problem solving and exploration"

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others"

  • Escapism
    4

    "Immersive atmosphere and story provide escape into a surreal sci-fi horror world"

  • Expectation
    -3

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest in story, puzzles, and atmosphere"

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Players explore different puzzle types and environments, experimenting with solutions"

  • Exploration
    4

    "Core gameplay involves exploring diverse, surreal memory levels and uncovering story fragments"

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited character customization; focus is on narrative and environment rather than self-expression"

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Futuristic sci-fi setting with surreal, dreamlike memories and horror elements"

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "Single player game with minimal social interaction"

  • Growth
    2

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and piece together story for personal insight"

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity"

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and progress; not casual or background play"

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Minimal social or emotional interaction beyond narrative; solitary experience"

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements"

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through unlocking memories, collecting story fragments and achievements"

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Atmosphere is immersive and sometimes tense, but overall balanced with moments of calm exploration"

  • Sensation
    3

    "Visual and auditory design create a distinctive, sometimes eerie sensory experience"

  • Status
    -5

    "No social status or recognition systems"

  • Story
    5

    "Strong narrative focus with story revealed through exploration and collectibles"

  • Strategy
    2

    "Puzzles require reasoning and problem solving but are generally straightforward"

  • Thrill
    3

    "Jump scares and horror elements provide moments of suspense and tension"

  • Value
    3

    "Generally considered good value especially when purchased on sale for its story and atmosphere"

  • Violence
    -3

    "Minimal combat; focus on exploration and puzzle solving rather than destruction"

  • Survival
    1

    "Some avoidance and stealth elements create mild survival tension but not dominant"

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