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planetarian HD

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

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Quick resume

planetarian HD is an engaging and emotional visual novel from legendary game studio, Key. A sub-brand of VISUAL ARTS, Key are also famed for creating Kanon, AIR, CLANNAD, Little Busters!, Rewrite, Angel Beats!, and Summer Pockets.

Global score

99/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Simulator, Visual Novel

Pros

  • Emotional and touching story
  • Soothing and memorable soundtrack
  • Well-written characters and narrative
  • Short and accessible kinetic novel format
  • Hd remaster with improved visuals

Cons

  • Very short length
  • No gameplay or interactivity
  • Only one linear ending
  • Lack of language support initially
  • Some find price high for content

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    -5

    "The game is a kinetic visual novel with no player choices or branching paths, following a fixed narrative."

  • Competence
    -5

    "No gameplay or skill challenges; the experience is purely reading and listening."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive elements or comparison with others; solitary story experience."

  • Continuation
    1

    "Some players mention re-reading or replaying for emotional impact, but the game is short and linear."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience focused on individual narrative without multiplayer or teamwork."

  • Creativity
    -5

    "Players follow a predetermined story with no creation or modification options."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social or power dynamics; purely equal narrative experience."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Strong post-apocalyptic setting and emotional story provide escape from reality."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for emotional and narrative interest, not obligation."

  • Experimenting
    -5

    "No exploration of mechanics or strategies; fixed linear story."

  • Exploration
    -3

    "Limited to narrative discovery; no open-world or environmental exploration."

  • Expression
    -5

    "No customization or personalization options."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Set in a fictional post-apocalyptic future with sci-fi and robot characters."

  • Fellowship
    -4

    "Primarily a solitary experience with minimal social interaction."

  • Growth
    2

    "Emotional and narrative development of characters offers personal insight and reflection."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary reading experience with no physical activity."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to read through the story; not a background activity."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Emotional connection to characters and story creates a sense of closeness."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements."

  • Progression
    1

    "Some achievement and collectible elements exist but no gameplay progression."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Calm pacing and soothing soundtrack provide a relaxing experience."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Visuals and music create emotional stimulation but no intense sensory thrills."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems."

  • Story
    5

    "Strong narrative focus with emotional and thematic depth."

  • Strategy
    -5

    "No strategic or problem-solving gameplay."

  • Thrill
    -2

    "Some suspense in story but overall controlled and calm experience."

  • Value
    0

    "Mixed opinions on price vs. length; some find it worth it especially on sale."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No violent gameplay; story involves war but no player violence."

  • Survival
    1

    "Story involves survival themes but no survival gameplay mechanics."

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