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Shattered Lights
2019
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Quick resume
Shattered Lights is a VR psychological horror room-scale experience, which focuses on drawing the player into the game with unparalleled immersion.
Global score
87/100
Genres
Free To Play, Indie
Pros
- Innovative room-scale locomotion
- Highly immersive horror atmosphere
- Excellent use of non-euclidean geometry
- Free to play
- Strong sensory and suspense elements
Cons
- Very short gameplay duration
- Limited interactivity and progression
- Requires large physical play space
- Minimal story and puzzle depth
- No multiplayer or social features
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players physically walk and explore the environment with freedom to interact minimally with objects, no preset locomotion controls."
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Competence1
"Gameplay is simple and mostly involves walking and pulling levers; some puzzle elements but minimal skill challenge."
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Competition-5
"No competitive elements or comparison to others; experience is personal and individual."
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Continuation-3
"Short experience (~20-30 minutes), some players replay for achievements but generally a brief session."
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Cooperation-5
"Single-player experience with no cooperative or multiplayer features."
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Creativity3
"Innovative use of room-scale VR and non-Euclidean geometry to create immersive environments."
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Domination-5
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; purely individual experience."
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Escapism4
"Strong immersion in a horror atmosphere provides escape from reality and intense emotional experience."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and intrinsic motivation; no obligation or pressure noted."
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Experimenting3
"Players explore novel locomotion mechanics and spatial puzzles, adapting to unique VR movement."
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Exploration3
"Encourages discovery of environment, hidden details, and non-linear spatial navigation."
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Expression-5
"No character customization or expressive elements; standardized presentation."
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Fantasy3
"Horror fiction setting with supernatural elements and imaginative environments."
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Fellowship-5
"No social or community features; solo play only."
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Growth1
"Some learning curve in adapting to room-scale locomotion but limited skill development."
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Health3
"Physical walking and movement required, promoting physical activity during play."
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Idle-4
"Requires continuous physical attention and movement; not suitable for background or idle play."
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Intimacy-5
"No social or emotional relationship building; purely individual experience."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management roles; single player experience."
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Progression1
"Minimal progression through unlocking areas and achievements; no complex item or upgrade systems."
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Relaxation-3
"Sustained tension and fear dominate the experience; not designed for relaxation."
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Sensation4
"Strong sensory stimulation via immersive visuals, sound design, and VR spatial presence."
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Status-5
"No social recognition or status systems present."
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Story2
"Some narrative elements and atmosphere but minimal plot or character interaction."
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Strategy0
"Limited strategic or problem-solving elements; mostly straightforward exploration and interaction."
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Thrill4
"High suspense and fear with jump scares and tense atmosphere."
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Value5
"Free game with high quality experience and positive user reception; excellent value for time."
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Violence-3
"No combat or destruction; focus on exploration and atmosphere."
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Survival2
"Some threat avoidance and tension but no complex survival mechanics."
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