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Serial Cleaner

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2017

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Quick resume

Slip on your flares, grab your shades and hop in your station wagon, it's time to work… as a professional mob cleaner. In this stylish award winning 2D action-stealth game you have to make sure you get in, clean up and get out without leaving a trace - Queue the funky 70s inspired soundtrack!

Global score

85/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Puzzle, Adventure

Pros

  • Unique stealth gameplay concept
  • Stylish 1970s art and soundtrack
  • Challenging and strategic levels
  • Randomized elements for replayability
  • Bonus content and unlockables

Cons

  • Somewhat repetitive gameplay
  • Lack of cooperative or social features
  • No mid-level checkpoints causing frustration
  • Story is simple and lightly integrated
  • Controls and visuals can be occasionally unclear

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to plan their own routes, use different hiding spots, and choose how to approach each level."

  • Competence
    4

    "The game offers challenging stealth puzzles requiring skillful timing and strategic planning, with feedback on success or failure."

  • Competition
    1

    "Includes leaderboards and challenge modes, but main gameplay is focused on individual performance rather than direct competition."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players often replay levels for collectibles, challenges, and improved performance, showing moderate habitual engagement."

  • Cooperation
    -5

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

  • Creativity
    2

    "Players can creatively use level elements like moving objects and distractions to devise unique paths and solutions."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is solitary and non-confrontational."

  • Escapism
    3

    "Players use the game as a fun distraction with immersive 70s aesthetic and engaging stealth gameplay."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and challenge, with no external pressure or obligation."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Randomized item placements and multiple paths encourage players to try new strategies and adapt on retries."

  • Exploration
    1

    "Levels have multiple routes and secrets to discover, but exploration is limited to known maps and objectives."

  • Expression
    2

    "Players can unlock and customize outfits, allowing some degree of self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Set in a stylized 1970s crime world with a fictional narrative and humorous tone, providing imaginative fiction."

  • Fellowship
    -5

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

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop stealth skills, planning, and problem-solving abilities through progressively harder levels."

  • Health
    -5

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

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention and timing; not designed for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social interactions or relationship-building mechanics."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements; purely individual gameplay."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players unlock new outfits, bonus levels, and challenges, showing accumulation of items and upgrades."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "The jazzy soundtrack and stylized visuals provide a relaxing atmosphere despite some challenging moments."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Stylish visuals, 70s aesthetic, and music provide strong sensory enjoyment and emotional engagement."

  • Status
    1

    "Leaderboards and achievements provide some recognition, but social status is limited."

  • Story
    2

    "Simple narrative delivered between levels adds context and humor but is not deeply immersive."

  • Strategy
    4

    "Requires careful planning, timing, and use of environmental elements to avoid detection and complete objectives."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Tense stealth gameplay with risk of failure creates suspense and excitement."

  • Value
    3

    "Offers good content and replayability for its price, especially when purchased on sale."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No combat or violence by player; focus is on cleaning and stealth."

  • Survival
    3

    "Players must avoid detection and failure, managing risk and timing to survive levels."

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