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Rewind Or Die

Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2023

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Quick resume

There's a serial killer stalking your video store, and you just got called into work on your day off! Stock shelves, deal with customers and RUN FOR YOUR LIFE!

Global score

93/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulator

Pros

  • Authentic retro vhs horror atmosphere
  • Detailed and immersive environments
  • Engaging chase sequences and jump scares
  • Multiple endings and secrets for replayability
  • Polished gameplay and voice acting

Cons

  • Sewer maze section frustrating and confusing
  • Short game length
  • Some puzzles overly simple or tedious
  • Chase music divisive and sometimes immersion breaking
  • Limited story depth and character development

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players have freedom to explore multiple areas, solve puzzles, and choose how to approach objectives, though the game is mostly linear."

  • Competence
    2

    "Puzzles are generally easy and straightforward, but chase sequences provide some skill challenge; overall moderate competence required."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No evidence of competitive elements; gameplay is single-player and focused on personal progress."

  • Continuation
    1

    "Short game with replay value due to multiple endings and secrets, encouraging some habitual replay but limited by length."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player experience with no cooperative gameplay or multiplayer elements."

  • Creativity
    2

    "Players engage in puzzle solving and exploration with some freedom, but mostly use predefined game structures."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social dominance or power over others; gameplay is individual and narrative-driven."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Strong nostalgic and immersive horror atmosphere provides effective escape from real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for entertainment and nostalgia, with intrinsic motivation rather than obligation."

  • Experimenting
    1

    "Some exploration and discovery of secrets, but gameplay largely follows established routines."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore detailed environments like the video store and sewer maze, with secrets and multiple endings."

  • Expression
    -5

    "No character customization or player expression; presentation is fixed and standardized."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Game embraces slasher horror fiction with exaggerated characters and improbable events."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; experience is solitary."

  • Growth
    1

    "Some learning involved in puzzle solving and map navigation, but overall low complexity."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention during puzzles and chase sequences; not suitable for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship building; interactions are limited to scripted NPCs."

  • Leadership
    -5

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

  • Progression
    3

    "Players collect items, unlock areas, and achieve multiple endings, showing clear progression."

  • Relaxation
    -1

    "Mixed experience with moments of tension during chases and jump scares, but also some calm exploration."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Strong sensory stimulation from retro visuals, atmospheric sound design, and intense chase music."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems present."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative driven with a defined plot, characters, and multiple endings, though story is straightforward and cheesy."

  • Strategy
    1

    "Basic puzzle solving and some planning required, but overall gameplay is simple and linear."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Chase sequences and jump scares provide suspense and adrenaline, though some players found pacing uneven."

  • Value
    0

    "Mixed opinions on price vs length; some find it worth the cost, others suggest waiting for sales."

  • Violence
    4

    "Game features gore, combat with a killer, and violent horror themes consistent with slasher genre."

  • Survival
    2

    "Players must avoid being caught by the killer and solve puzzles to survive and escape."

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