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Sackboy™: A Big Adventure

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 • 2022

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Quick resume

PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.

Global score

84/100

Genres

Adventure, Platform

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    Pros

    • Beautiful graphics and vibrant art style
    • Excellent soundtrack with dynamic music
    • Fun and accessible platforming gameplay
    • Strong co-op multiplayer and family-friendly
    • Wide character customization without microtransactions

    Cons

    • Lack of creative mode and user-generated content
    • Some technical issues and occasional lag
    • Online multiplayer can be buggy and sparse
    • Game length considered short by some
    • Full price seen as high by several players

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Creativity, Violence, Survival.

    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 levels mostly linearly but have some freedom in character customization and co-op play, though no creative mode or level creation."

    • Competence
      3

      "Game offers skill challenges, time trials, and some difficult levels especially in endgame content, with feedback and progression."

    • Competition
      1

      "Some competition via time trials and achievements, but mostly cooperative and casual play without heavy ranked modes."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Players report long play sessions, replaying levels for collectibles and achievements, and habitual play with friends and family."

    • Cooperation
      5

      "Strong emphasis on co-op multiplayer, including bespoke co-op levels requiring teamwork and social play."

    • Creativity
      -4

      "No creative mode or user-generated content; players use predefined levels and limited character customization."

    • Domination
      -3

      "Cooperative and friendly interactions dominate; some reports of toxic players but generally balanced and respectful play."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game for stress relief, nostalgia, family bonding, and immersive joyful experiences."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and nostalgia, with no indication of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      1

      "Some experimentation with character customization and co-op strategies, but mostly following established platforming routines."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Players explore multiple worlds and levels with collectibles and secrets, though within a structured environment."

    • Expression
      3

      "Character customization with many outfits and emotes allows for self-expression despite lack of creative mode."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Imaginative, whimsical world with fictional characters and story, distinct from realistic scenarios."

    • Fellowship
      4

      "Strong community feeling through co-op play, shared experiences, and multiplayer interactions."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop platforming skills, mastery of levels, and achievement hunting, with some learning curve."

    • Health
      -4

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

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during platforming and co-op play."

    • Intimacy
      3

      "Facilitates close social interactions through couch co-op and playing with family or friends."

    • Leadership
      -2

      "Mostly shared or equal participation in co-op; no strong leadership or authoritative roles emphasized."

    • Progression
      4

      "Collecting currency, unlocking costumes, achievements, and new levels provides clear progression."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Generally relaxing and enjoyable experience with balanced challenge and flow, though some levels are challenging."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Vibrant visuals, dynamic music, and engaging sound design provide strong sensory stimulation and enjoyment."

    • Status
      1

      "Some recognition through achievements and character customization, but no heavy social status focus."

    • Story
      3

      "Simple but charming narrative with engaging characters and motivation, though not deeply complex."

    • Strategy
      2

      "Some strategic elements in co-op levels and time trials, but mostly straightforward platforming mechanics."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Moderate thrill from timed challenges and difficult levels, but overall a family-friendly, low-risk experience."

    • Value
      1

      "Generally considered worth buying especially on sale; some feel full price is high for content offered."

    • Violence
      -4

      "Non-violent gameplay focused on platforming and cooperative challenges rather than combat or destruction."

    • Survival
      -3

      "Low-risk environment with infinite lives option; survival elements are minimal and forgiving."

    Last update: 29/04/2026