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Syberia

Xbox, PlayStation 3, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 2, Android, iOS, Xbox 360 • 2011

Should you play it?

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

What works
  • Immersive story and atmosphere
  • Beautiful art and music
  • Logical and satisfying puzzles
  • Nostalgic and emotionally engaging
  • Well-developed characters
Things to keep in mind
  • Slow character movement
  • Some backtracking required
  • Dated graphics and technical issues
  • Linear gameplay
  • Voice acting occasionally stiff

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Syberia II

  • Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy (1999)

  • Freddi Fish and the Case of the Missing Kelp Seeds

  • Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures

  • Mythic Wonders: The Philosopher's Stone

  • Clockwork Tales: Of Glass and Ink

  • Pajama Sam 2: Thunder And Lightning Aren't So Frightening

  • Milkmaid of the Milky Way

  • Myst III: Exile
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Escapism

    Syberia II
  • Story

    Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged
  • Creativity

    Obduction

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Syberia: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Intimacy, Thrill.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    3

    "Players control Kate Walker and make decisions to solve puzzles and progress the story, but gameplay is constrained by point-and-click adventure structure and puzzle design."

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    "Players control Kate Walker and make decisions to solve puzzles and progress the story, though within a linear narrative and fixed point-and-click gameplay."

  • Competence

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    2

    "Puzzles require logical thinking and item combinations with some challenge, but are generally accessible and not overly difficult."

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    "Puzzles require logical thinking and problem solving but are generally not very difficult; some challenge but mostly accessible."

  • Competition

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    -5

    "No competitive elements; focus is on individual exploration and story."

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    "No competitive elements; focus is on individual exploration and story progression."

  • Continuation

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    "Players report immersive story and atmosphere encouraging extended play sessions and replaying the game."

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    "Many players report immersive story and atmosphere encouraging extended play sessions and replaying for nostalgia."

  • Cooperation

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    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

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    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

  • Creativity

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    "Players engage in creative problem solving and exploration within a richly designed world."

    Capsule for Obduction Obduction

    "Players creatively solve puzzles and explore a richly designed steampunk world; strong artistic expression in environments."

  • Domination

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    "No elements of domination or power over others; interactions are narrative and puzzle-based."

    Capsule for Figment Figment

    "No elements of dominating others; interactions are narrative and puzzle-based."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

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    "Strong escapism through immersive story, fantasy elements, and atmospheric exploration away from real life."

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    "Strong escapism through immersive story, atmosphere, and exploration of a fantasy-steampunk world."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and nostalgia, not obligation or pressure."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Players experiment with clues, puzzle solutions, and exploration, though within a structured and linear game design."

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    "Players experiment with puzzle solutions and explore environments, though within a linear structure."

  • Exploration

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    "Exploration of diverse and atmospheric locations is a core gameplay element."

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    "Exploration of detailed, atmospheric locations is a key part of gameplay, though within predefined areas."

  • Expression

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    "Limited character customization; expression mainly through narrative and environmental storytelling."

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    "Limited character customization; expression mainly through narrative and environmental storytelling."

  • Fantasy

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    "Fictional steampunk-inspired world with mythical creatures and imaginative technology."

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    "Steampunk and fantastical elements like automatons and mythical mammoths create an imaginative fictional world."

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    "Primarily a solo experience with minimal social interaction."

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  • Growth

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    "Players develop problem-solving skills and experience character development through the story."

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    "Players develop problem-solving skills and follow character development through the story."

  • Health

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    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventure games."

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    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventure games."

  • Idle

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    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and follow story; not suited for casual or background play."

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    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and follow story; not suited for casual or background play."

  • Intimacy

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    "Limited social or emotional connection beyond character interactions; no close relationships formed."

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    "Limited social interaction; some emotional connection to characters but no close relationships formed."

  • Leadership

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    "No leadership or group management elements; single-player narrative focus."

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  • Progression

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    "Progression through story advancement and puzzle completion with item collection and use."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Players describe the game as relaxing and immersive with a soothing atmosphere"

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  • Sensation

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    "Enjoyable visual and auditory stimuli with vibrant art and music, though not highly intense."

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  • Status

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    "No social status or recognition mechanics; individual experience."

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  • Story

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    "Game is more contemplative and cerebral than suspenseful or thrilling."

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  • Survival

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