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The Procession to Calvary

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, Mac, PlayStation 4, Android • 2020

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Quick resume

Pilfer from pirates, conspire with cardinals and perform miracles with an incompetent magician. The Procession to Calvary is a Pythonesque adventure game made from Renaissance paintings, and a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed Four Last Things.

Global score

98/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Point-and-click, Puzzle

Pros

  • Unique and creative art style using renaissance paintings
  • Clever, humorous writing with monty python-esque dark comedy
  • Engaging puzzles with multiple endings
  • Classical music integration
  • Short and accessible gameplay

Cons

  • Short length may leave players wanting more
  • Some puzzles can be obscure or frustrating
  • Limited save system and no map
  • No voice acting
  • Repetitive background music

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to explore, choose dialogue options, solve puzzles in multiple ways, and decide how to treat characters, including the option to kill or not."

  • Competence
    3

    "Puzzles require thinking and some trial and error, with feedback and multiple endings rewarding skillful play."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No evidence of competitive modes or player comparison; focus is on solo, personal experience."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players enjoy multiple playthroughs to explore different endings and humor, though game is short and sessions are not very long."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player point-and-click adventure with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

  • Creativity
    5

    "Highly creative use of Renaissance paintings and classical music, with unique art collage style and humorous narrative."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social dominance or power over others; interactions are with NPCs in a narrative context."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players enjoy immersion in a surreal, humorous world far removed from real life, providing distraction and amusement."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for humor and art appreciation, with no obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Players encouraged to try different dialogue options, puzzle solutions, and explore multiple endings."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore various Renaissance art-based scenes and interact with many characters and objects."

  • Expression
    -3

    "No character customization or avatar personalization; presentation follows fixed artistic style."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Surreal, absurd narrative with dark humor and fictionalized historical and religious themes."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "Single-player experience with minimal social interaction or community involvement."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players learn puzzle solutions, art and music references, and improve problem-solving skills."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventures with no physical activity."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and progress; not a background or idle game."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No evidence of forming close relationships; interactions are brief and superficial."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements; solo narrative experience."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players collect items and unlock multiple endings, showing some sense of advancement."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Humorous and lighthearted tone provides enjoyable flow, though some puzzles cause frustration."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Visual and auditory stimulation through unique art style and classical music enhances enjoyment."

  • Status
    -5

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

  • Story
    4

    "Strong narrative immersion with humorous dialogue, multiple endings, and character interactions."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Puzzles require logic and some lateral thinking, though not overly complex."

  • Thrill
    1

    "Some suspense in puzzle solving and consequences of choices, but overall low risk and tension."

  • Value
    4

    "Players feel they receive good entertainment and artistic value for the price and short playtime."

  • Violence
    2

    "Game includes option to kill characters with humorous consequences, but violence is cartoonish and optional."

  • Survival
    -4

    "No survival mechanics or threat management; stable narrative environment."

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