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The Thaumaturge

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 • 2024

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Quick resume

The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

Global score

83/100

Genres

Adventure, Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS)

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    Pros

    • Unique and immersive 1905 warsaw setting
    • Engaging story and characters
    • Interesting turn-based combat system
    • Rich lore and atmosphere
    • Meaningful player choices and multiple endings

    Cons

    • Some technical issues and janky animations
    • Combat can be repetitive and easy
    • Investigation mechanics are simplistic
    • Voice acting inconsistent
    • Some pacing and progression frustrations

    Analysis

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

    How to use the graph
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    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
      3

      "Players make meaningful choices affecting story outcomes and character interactions, though the game is mostly linear with some fixed story beats."

    • Competence
      2

      "Combat and investigation provide some skill and strategic challenge, but combat is generally easy and investigation is mostly clicking highlighted clues."

    • Competition
      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on personal story and exploration without competitive elements or leaderboards."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Many players report long sessions and high engagement with story and world, spending 20+ hours and wanting to replay."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Entirely single-player with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

    • Creativity
      1

      "Some customization in combat builds and skill trees, but limited character customization and mostly predefined story structure."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control over others; interactions emphasize narrative and personal choices."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Strong immersion in alternate history and fantasy setting provides escape from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for intrinsic interest in story, setting, and gameplay; no obligation or external pressure noted."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Players can experiment with combat strategies and dialogue choices, though investigation is mostly routine."

    • Exploration
      3

      "Exploration of detailed 1905 Warsaw and uncovering lore and secrets is a key part of the experience."

    • Expression
      0

      "Limited character customization; some build choices but no strong emphasis on self-expression or avatar personalization."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Alternate history with supernatural elements, magic, and mythical creatures creates a strong fantasy experience."

    • Fellowship
      -5

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

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills and knowledge through investigation and combat progression, with some learning curve."

    • Health
      -5

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

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention on story, combat, and investigation; not designed for casual or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -4

      "Some character relationships and dialogue choices, but no deep social or emotional bonding mechanics."

    • Leadership
      -3

      "Player controls main character and summons creatures but no leadership or group management roles."

    • Progression
      3

      "Character progression through skill trees, leveling, and acquiring new abilities and salutors."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Generally a calm, immersive experience with some tension in combat but overall balanced pacing."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Atmospheric music, detailed visuals, and sound design provide sensory engagement without overwhelming stimulation."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal story and achievements."

    • Story
      5

      "Strong narrative focus with rich story, character development, and multiple endings."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Combat involves tactical decision-making and planning; investigation requires piecing clues together."

    • Thrill
      1

      "Some suspense and tension in story and combat, but overall moderate emotional intensity."

    • Value
      3

      "Players generally feel the game offers good value for price with engaging content and replayability."

    • Violence
      2

      "Turn-based combat with attacks and damage, but not excessive or gratuitous violence."

    • Survival
      1

      "Combat requires managing health and focus to avoid defeat, but not a core survival mechanic."

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