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Monochroma

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Mac, Linux • 2014

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Quick resume

Monochroma is a cinematic puzzle platformer. It’s a game about being a kid, growing up with a little brother that needs your help, facing obstacles and solving unique puzzles in a dystopian 1950's setting.

Global score

75/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platform, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Unique atmospheric art style
    • Emotional and immersive story without dialogue
    • Creative puzzle mechanics involving carrying the brother
    • Excellent soundtrack enhancing mood
    • Short but engaging gameplay

    Cons

    • Sluggish and sometimes imprecise controls
    • Some bugs and collision issues
    • Short game length
    • Limited replay value
    • Lack of narrative clarity for some players

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Creativity. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on 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
      3

      "Players control the older brother and make decisions on how to carry or place the younger brother, solving puzzles with some freedom in approach."

    • Competence
      2

      "The game involves puzzle solving and platforming challenges that require skill and timing, though some controls are reported as sluggish."

    • Competition
      -5

      "No evidence of competitive elements; focus is on personal progression and puzzle solving."

    • Continuation
      2

      "Players report engaging atmosphere and story that encourage completing the game, though it is relatively short."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on individual control of the older brother; no multiplayer or cooperative play."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Creative puzzle design involving carrying and placing the younger brother and interacting with environment and robots."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No elements of exerting control over others; gameplay is solitary and narrative-driven."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Atmospheric, dark dystopian setting and emotional story provide immersive escape from reality."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and appreciation for story and atmosphere, not obligation."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Players explore different puzzle solutions and mechanics, though some puzzles are straightforward."

    • Exploration
      1

      "Some exploration of varied environments and hidden collectibles, but mostly linear progression."

    • Expression
      -3

      "Limited customization; players experience preset characters and environments without personalization."

    • Fantasy
      3

      "Set in a dystopian, stylized world with surreal and symbolic elements, evoking imaginative fiction."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "Single-player game with minimal social interaction or community involvement."

    • Growth
      2

      "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and adapt to game mechanics over time."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of platformers with no physical activity elements."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and navigate platforming challenges."

    • Intimacy
      1

      "Emotional connection to the story and characters, especially the bond between brothers, but limited social interaction."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements; single-player experience."

    • Progression
      3

      "Progression through levels and puzzle completion with some collectible items."

    • Relaxation
      1

      "Generally calm but with moments of tension during chase sequences and timed puzzles."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Strong sensory experience through atmospheric visuals, music, and sound design."

    • Status
      -5

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

    • Story
      4

      "Narrative told through atmosphere, events, and environment without dialogue or text, engaging players emotionally."

    • Strategy
      2

      "Puzzle solving requires reasoning and planning, though not highly complex."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Some suspenseful chase scenes and timed puzzles create moments of thrill."

    • Value
      2

      "Generally considered good value for price, especially on discount, with positive reception for artistic quality."

    • Violence
      -3

      "Minimal violence; focus on puzzle solving and protecting the younger brother rather than combat."

    • Survival
      1

      "Some elements of avoiding death and managing risks in puzzles and chase sequences."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026