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Superliminal

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Linux • 2020

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Quick resume

Perception is reality. In this mind-bending first-person puzzler, you escape a surreal dream world through solving impossible puzzles using the ambiguity of depth and perspective.

Global score

95/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Unique and creative puzzle mechanics
    • Thought-provoking narrative and message
    • Immersive and surreal atmosphere
    • Well-optimized and polished
    • Calming music and sound design

    Cons

    • Short main story length
    • Some puzzles unintuitive or frustrating
    • Multiplayer mode buggy and unstable
    • Limited replay value for some players
    • Price considered high by some for content

    Analysis

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

    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
      4

      "Players have freedom to solve puzzles in multiple ways by manipulating perspective and objects, encouraging creative problem solving rather than following fixed routines."

    • Competence
      3

      "Puzzles require skillful thinking and spatial reasoning, with some challenge and feedback, though not overly difficult or complex."

    • Competition
      -4

      "Focus is on individual puzzle solving and personal experience without competitive elements or leaderboards."

    • Continuation
      1

      "Some players replay for achievements and challenges, but the main story is short and many do not replay extensively."

    • Cooperation
      0

      "Main game is single-player focused; multiplayer exists but is buggy and less emphasized in reviews."

    • Creativity
      5

      "Highly creative gameplay centered on perspective manipulation and unique puzzle design; players encouraged to think outside the box."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are individual and respectful."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Strong theme of escaping reality through dreamlike environments and introspective narrative; players use the game as mental refuge."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of curiosity and intrinsic interest rather than obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Game encourages trying new perspectives and approaches to puzzles, rewarding exploration of mechanics."

    • Exploration
      3

      "Players explore surreal dream environments and discover secrets, though the game is relatively linear."

    • Expression
      -2

      "Limited customization or self-expression; focus is on puzzle solving and narrative rather than avatar personalization."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strongly rooted in surreal, dreamlike, and imaginative fiction with impossible physics and abstract storytelling."

    • Fellowship
      -3

      "Primarily a solo experience with minimal social interaction; multiplayer is secondary and less stable."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop new ways of thinking and problem-solving skills through unique puzzles and perspective shifts."

    • Health
      -5

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

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and active problem solving rather than casual or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -4

      "No evidence of forming close relationships or emotional social interactions within the game."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or authoritative roles; gameplay is individual and self-directed."

    • Progression
      2

      "Players progress through levels and unlock achievements, but no extensive item collection or upgrades."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Atmosphere and music create a calming experience, though some puzzles induce mental challenge and tension."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Visual and auditory design is engaging and stimulating, with surreal and mind-bending effects."

    • Status
      -4

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal experience."

    • Story
      4

      "Narrative is meaningful and philosophical, integrated with gameplay to deliver a reflective story."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Requires mental challenge and problem solving through perspective-based puzzles."

    • Thrill
      1

      "Some suspenseful or surprising moments, but overall a controlled and contemplative experience."

    • Value
      0

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

    • Violence
      -5

      "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus on constructive puzzle solving."

    • Survival
      -5

      "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe game environment."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026