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Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Wii U, iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3, Linux • 2015

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Quick resume

Built from scratch, enjoy breathtaking visuals, enhanced audio and improved, deeper gameplay as New 'n' Tasty reignites the original Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee using the latest next-generation technology.

Global score

86/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platform, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Faithful and high-quality remake
    • Challenging and engaging puzzles
    • Strong narrative and atmosphere
    • Improved controls and quicksave feature
    • Rich exploration and secrets

    Cons

    • Some control awkwardness reported
    • Graphics brighter than original's dark tone
    • Minor bugs and occasional crashes
    • Lack of multiplayer or cooperative modes
    • Some players find difficulty uneven

    Analysis

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

    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 control over Abe's actions, including possession of enemies and directing multiple Mudokons, with options for control schemes and difficulty levels."

    • Competence
      4

      "The game offers challenging puzzles and platforming that require skill and timing, with a learning curve and quicksave to mitigate frustration."

    • Competition
      1

      "Includes online leaderboards for saved Mudokons and clearing speed, but primarily a single-player experience focused on personal progress."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Players report long play sessions, replayability for achievements and secrets, and strong attachment to the game and its world."

    • Cooperation
      -4

      "The game is a single-player puzzle platformer with no significant multiplayer or cooperative gameplay elements."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players creatively solve puzzles using possession, stealth, and environmental interactions; the remake adds new puzzles and secrets."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over other players; gameplay is focused on individual problem solving."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game to immerse themselves in a unique, imaginative world with dark humor and a compelling story."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of nostalgia or interest, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "The game encourages trying different puzzle solutions and exploring new mechanics like possession and group commands."

    • Exploration
      4

      "Players explore detailed environments with secrets and hidden Mudokons, encouraging curiosity and discovery."

    • Expression
      -3

      "Limited customization; some cosmetic DLC exists but the game mainly uses standardized character designs."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Set in a fictional alien world with imaginative creatures and story, strongly emphasizing fantasy elements."

    • Fellowship
      -4

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

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills in timing, puzzle solving, and strategy throughout the game."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of platformers, no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires focused attention and precise control; not a casual or background game."

    • Intimacy
      -4

      "No evidence of forming close relationships; interactions are limited to game characters."

    • Leadership
      3

      "Player leads groups of Mudokons and controls enemies via possession, guiding others to safety."

    • Progression
      4

      "Progression through levels, rescuing Mudokons, unlocking achievements, and completing puzzles."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "The game is challenging and sometimes frustrating, requiring patience and focus rather than relaxation."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Enjoyable visuals, sound design, and humorous character animations provide sensory and emotional engagement."

    • Status
      0

      "No significant social recognition or status features beyond leaderboards."

    • Story
      4

      "Strong narrative immersion with engaging story, characters, and cutscenes."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Requires planning and problem solving to navigate puzzles, traps, and enemy interactions."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Tense moments from avoiding traps and enemies create suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      4

      "Players perceive good value for money with quality remake, added content, and replayability."

    • Violence
      2

      "Includes combat elements such as possessing enemies and causing their destruction, but not gratuitous violence."

    • Survival
      4

      "Core gameplay involves avoiding death from traps and enemies, managing timing and stealth."

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