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The Journey - Episode 1: Whatever This Is
2021
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Quick resume
The first step that you never knew you needed to take to get to wherever you're wanting to go...
Global score
98/100
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Simulator
Pros
- Insightful and thought-provoking introspection
- Encourages personal growth and new habits
- Relaxing atmosphere with calming music
- Short and accessible experience
- Affordable price with refund option
Cons
- Very short gameplay duration
- Repetitive disclaimers and dialogue
- Limited humor compared to previous titles
- No save feature causing progress loss
- Minimal traditional gameplay mechanics
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players answer personal questions and choose their own path for self-growth activities, reflecting control over their decisions."
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Competence2
"Engages players in introspective challenges and self-reflection rather than technical skill tests."
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Competition-5
"Focuses entirely on personal reflection and self-improvement without any social comparison or competitive elements."
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Continuation1
"Short playtime but encourages ongoing engagement through 30-day activity challenges."
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Cooperation-5
"Primarily a solo experience focused on individual introspection and personal development."
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Creativity3
"Encourages creative activities such as writing stories, drawing, dancing, and other expressive hobbies."
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Domination-5
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; experience is personal and introspective."
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Escapism3
"Provides a mental break and distraction from negative thoughts, helping players cope with real-life issues."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire for self-improvement and introspection."
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Experimenting3
"Promotes trying new activities and stepping out of comfort zones through suggested 30-day challenges."
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Exploration1
"Explores inner self and new personal habits rather than physical or environmental exploration."
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Expression3
"Supports self-expression through creative hobbies and personal growth activities."
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Fantasy-4
"Grounded in realistic self-help and personal development rather than imaginative or fictional scenarios."
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Fellowship-4
"Minimal social interaction; focus is on individual reflection and personal journey."
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Growth5
"Strong emphasis on personal development, learning, and self-improvement."
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Health1
"Encourages mental health improvement and some physical activities like dancing."
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Idle-3
"Requires focused attention during play and active participation in suggested activities."
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Intimacy0
"Limited data on forming close relationships; some suggestions involve social interaction but not deeply emphasized."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements; purely individual experience."
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Progression3
"Encourages progression through adopting new habits and completing 30-day challenges."
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Relaxation4
"Calm atmosphere with relaxing music and introspective pacing promotes relaxation and flow."
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Sensation1
"Moderate sensory stimulation through music and art; not focused on intense sensory thrills."
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Status-5
"No social status or recognition mechanics; experience is private and personal."
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Story2
"Narrative-like introspective journey with personal reflection but no traditional plot or characters."
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Strategy0
"Not focused on problem-solving or planning; more about honest self-assessment."
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Thrill-4
"Low suspense or risk; experience is calm and emotionally safe."
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Value4
"Players find meaningful personal value and mental health benefits from the experience."
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Violence-5
"No violence; focus on constructive self-care and personal growth."
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Survival-5
"No survival or threat elements; stable and safe environment."
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