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Samorost 2
2009
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Quick resume
Samorost 2 tells a surreal story of a space gnome whose dog just got kidnapped by mischievous aliens. Set out on a short expedition to rescue the pup, deal with curious strangers and relax to the soothing music by Tomáš "Floex" Dvořák.
Global score
87/100
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Point-and-click, Puzzle
Pros
- Unique and charming art style
- Relaxing and immersive soundtrack
- Creative and whimsical puzzles
- Pleasant, surreal atmosphere
- Accessible gameplay for casual players
Cons
- Very short game length
- Some puzzles require pixel hunting
- Lack of replayability beyond initial experience
- No multiplayer or social features
- Minor bugs reported in some versions
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players freely explore surreal environments and solve puzzles with no imposed routines or strict guidance."
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Competence3
"Puzzles require observation and logical thinking but are generally accessible and not overly difficult."
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Competition-4
"No competitive elements; gameplay is single-player and focused on personal puzzle solving."
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Continuation2
"Players enjoy the charming atmosphere and often replay to experience details, though game is short."
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Cooperation-5
"Entirely single-player with no multiplayer or cooperative features."
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Creativity5
"Highly creative with unique art style, surreal worlds, and inventive puzzle design."
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Domination-5
"No elements of dominance or power over others; cooperative and peaceful tone."
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Escapism4
"Players use the game as a relaxing, immersive escape into a whimsical, surreal world."
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Expectation-4
"Engagement driven by intrinsic interest and enjoyment rather than obligation or pressure."
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Experimenting3
"Encourages exploration and experimentation with environment to solve puzzles."
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Exploration4
"Players explore various surreal planets and environments, discovering interactive elements."
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Expression-3
"Limited customization; focus is on experiencing the fixed artistic world rather than personal expression."
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Fantasy5
"Strong fantasy and surreal elements with imaginative settings and characters."
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Fellowship-5
"Solo experience with minimal social interaction or community involvement."
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Growth2
"Players develop puzzle-solving skills and learn game logic, though challenges are moderate."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."
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Idle-3
"Requires focused attention to solve puzzles; not suited for background or idle play."
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Intimacy-4
"Minimal social or emotional connections beyond the single-player narrative experience."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements; purely individual gameplay."
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Progression2
"Progression through story and puzzles with some achievements; no complex item collection."
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Relaxation4
"Relaxing atmosphere with soothing music and gentle puzzle challenges."
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Sensation3
"Enjoyable visual and auditory experience with unique art and ambient soundtrack."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal experience."
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Story3
"Simple, charming narrative conveyed visually without text or dialogue."
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Strategy2
"Puzzles require some logical thinking and planning but are generally straightforward."
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Thrill-3
"Low tension gameplay focused on calm exploration rather than suspense or risk."
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Value1
"Mixed value perception due to short length but praised for artistic quality and charm."
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Violence-5
"No violence; gameplay centers on peaceful puzzle solving and exploration."
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Survival-5
"No survival or threat elements; stable, safe environments."
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Last update: 06/03/2026