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Obduction

Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Windows Mixed Reality, PlayStation VR, Mac, Oculus Rift, PlayStation 4, SteamVR • 2016

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Quick resume

A new sci-fi adventure from Cyan, the creators of Myst. Abducted far across the universe, you find yourself on a broken alien landscape with odd pieces of Earth. Explore, uncover, solve, and find a way to make it home.

Global score

80/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Point-and-click, Puzzle

Pros

  • Beautiful and immersive environments
  • Clever and satisfying puzzles
  • Engaging and mysterious story
  • Non-linear exploration
  • Strong nostalgia for myst fans

Cons

  • Tedious backtracking and walking
  • Frequent loading screens especially late game
  • Some obtuse or overly complex puzzles
  • Lack of hand-holding may frustrate some players
  • Limited character interaction and social elements

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to explore non-linearly and solve puzzles in various orders, though the game subtly guides progression."

  • Competence
    4

    "Puzzles require logical thinking and problem solving, offering satisfying challenges without being unfair."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on individual exploration and puzzle solving without competitive elements."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Many players report long play sessions and immersion, though some frustration with backtracking and loading may reduce continuous play."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience focused on individual puzzle solving and exploration."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Players engage in creative problem solving and exploration within a richly designed world."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social dominance or power dynamics; gameplay is solitary and cooperative elements absent."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Strong immersion in a mysterious, otherworldly environment provides escape from reality."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily driven by intrinsic interest and nostalgia for Cyan's style."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Players explore and experiment with puzzles and environments to discover solutions."

  • Exploration
    5

    "Core gameplay involves discovering new areas, secrets, and piecing together story elements."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited character customization; focus is on interacting with preset environments and puzzles."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Engages players in a sci-fi fantasy world with imaginative settings and narrative."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "Minimal social interaction; experience is solitary."

  • Growth
    4

    "Players develop problem-solving skills and understanding of complex puzzles."

  • Health
    -4

    "Primarily sedentary gameplay with extensive walking and sitting."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention; walking and puzzle solving demand engagement."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No close social relationships formed; solitary experience."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles; single-player focus."

  • Progression
    4

    "Players progress by unlocking new areas, solving puzzles, and uncovering story elements."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Atmospheric and immersive, but some frustration from backtracking and loading screens may reduce relaxation."

  • Sensation
    4

    "Visually stunning environments and ambient sound design provide strong sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status elements present."

  • Story
    4

    "Narrative is integral and immersive, delivered through environmental storytelling and notes."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Requires logical reasoning and planning to solve puzzles, though not heavily strategic."

  • Thrill
    -2

    "Low suspense or risk; gameplay is contemplative and calm."

  • Value
    3

    "Players perceive good value for time spent, especially fans of the genre and Cyan's style."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No violence; gameplay centers on exploration and puzzle solving."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival elements; stable, low-risk environment."

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