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Perceptions of the Dead

Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2017

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Quick resume

Follow three stories set in a world where the dead linger, and things far worse wait beyond the veil.

Global score

92/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Free To Play, Indie, Visual Novel

Pros

  • Unique and appealing art style
  • High quality voice acting
  • Engaging and humorous stories
  • Free to play
  • Short and accessible

Cons

  • Stories feel short and sometimes incomplete
  • Limited player choices and interactivity
  • Some racial stereotype concerns in dialogue
  • Minor technical issues with audio sync
  • Lack of replayability and branching

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    2

    "Players can make some choices affecting story progression, especially in Jill Count's scenario, but overall the game is mostly linear with limited player agency."

  • Competence
    -3

    "The game involves mostly reading and clicking through dialogue with minimal skill challenges or technical gameplay."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No evidence of competitive elements; focus is on personal narrative experience."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players express desire for more content and sequels; some mention replaying or anticipation for volume 2."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Unique art style and voice acting praised; some player choices allow minor narrative variation."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No indications of exerting control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a lighthearted spooky escape and distraction; immersive voice acting and atmosphere support this."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no obligation or pressure noted."

  • Experimenting
    -2

    "Limited experimentation due to linear narrative and few choices; mostly following established story paths."

  • Exploration
    1

    "Some minor exploration in Jill Count's story with choice of areas to visit, but mostly linear and familiar environments."

  • Expression
    -4

    "No character customization or environment modification; presentation is standardized."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Strong supernatural and paranormal themes with imaginative ghost stories and fictional characters."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; solitary experience."

  • Growth
    1

    "Some players mention curiosity about story and characters, but limited learning or skill development."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity."

  • Idle
    4

    "Short sessions, casual play, suitable for filling time; some players mention quick playthroughs."

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Limited social interaction; no close relationships formed through gameplay."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or management roles present."

  • Progression
    -3

    "No item collection or upgrades; static narrative progression without accumulation."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Players describe the experience as relaxing and enjoyable with a balance of light suspense."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Visual and auditory elements are praised for style and voice acting; moderate sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems."

  • Story
    4

    "Strong narrative focus with multiple engaging stories and voice acting; some players desire deeper story development."

  • Strategy
    -4

    "Minimal strategic or problem-solving elements; mostly straightforward reading and clicking."

  • Thrill
    2

    "Some suspense and light horror elements create mild thrill, but not intense or scary."

  • Value
    5

    "Highly praised for being free with quality voice acting and art; players feel good return for time invested."

  • Violence
    -3

    "No emphasis on combat or destruction; some mention of horror themes but no violent gameplay."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable narrative environment."

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