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Resident Evil 6

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 • 2013

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Quick resume

Blending action and survival horror, Resident Evil 6 promises to be the dramatic horror experience of 2013.

Global score

78/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Shooter

Similar games

    Pros

    • Engaging and varied cooperative gameplay
    • Multiple intertwined campaigns with different characters
    • Challenging combat mechanics with skill progression
    • Extensive content and replayability including mercenaries mode
    • Cinematic storytelling and high production values

    Cons

    • Linear level design with limited exploration
    • Camera and control issues reported
    • Story can be confusing and cheesy
    • Multiplayer modes have low population
    • Heavy reliance on quick time events

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.

    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 can choose among multiple characters and campaigns with unique abilities and playstyles, allowing personal decision-making and varied approaches."

    • Competence
      4

      "Gameplay involves mastering complex combat mechanics including melee combos, dodging, counters, and skill upgrades, providing challenging skill tests especially on higher difficulties."

    • Competition
      2

      "Includes multiplayer modes with competitive elements like mercenaries and agent hunt, but mostly focuses on cooperative play rather than ranked competition."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Long campaigns and multiple modes encourage extended play sessions and replayability, including multiple campaigns and mercenaries mode."

    • Cooperation
      5

      "Strong emphasis on cooperative gameplay with online and split-screen co-op in campaigns and multiplayer modes."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Varied character abilities and multiple campaigns offer some creative gameplay variety, but overall follows established action shooter structures."

    • Domination
      -3

      "Gameplay encourages teamwork and shared objectives rather than dominance or power over other players."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game as an action-packed escape from reality with cinematic sequences and intense combat."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest rather than obligation; many reviews emphasize personal enjoyment despite community criticism."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Multiple campaigns with different characters and playstyles encourage trying new approaches and tactics."

    • Exploration
      1

      "Game is mostly linear with limited exploration, but multiple campaigns and some hidden items provide minor discovery elements."

    • Expression
      1

      "Some character customization and unlockable costumes exist but overall presentation is standardized."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Highly fictionalized zombie apocalypse with over-the-top action and cinematic storytelling."

    • Fellowship
      4

      "Strong community and social play aspects through co-op and multiplayer modes."

    • Growth
      3

      "Skill acquisition through combat mastery and perk upgrades supports player development."

    • Health
      -4

      "Primarily sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health benefits."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires active attention and continuous engagement during combat and quick time events."

    • Intimacy
      1

      "Some social interaction in co-op but limited emotional or close relationship building."

    • Leadership
      -2

      "Players mostly cooperate as equals rather than leading or managing others."

    • Progression
      4

      "Players accumulate skill points, unlock perks, and collect items across campaigns and multiplayer modes."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "Fast-paced action and frequent combat create tension rather than relaxation."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Visual and auditory effects, cinematic sequences, and intense combat provide strong sensory stimulation."

    • Status
      1

      "Some recognition through achievements and multiplayer rankings but not a primary focus."

    • Story
      3

      "Narrative immersion through four intertwined campaigns with cinematic storytelling and character interactions."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Combat and resource management require tactical thinking and planning, especially on higher difficulties."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Action sequences and boss fights provide suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      3

      "Offers extensive content and replayability, especially on sale, providing good value for time and money."

    • Violence
      4

      "Focus on combat, shooting, melee attacks, and destruction against zombies and monsters."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players manage resources and health to survive increasingly difficult enemies and scenarios."

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