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Tick Tock: A Tale for Two
2019
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Quick resume
You and your friend are trapped in a mystical world. As time ebbs away you must solve increasingly complex puzzles to escape. Cooperation is key as neither of you have the full picture! Play on two devices, local or remotely, all you need is a voice connection.
Global score
86/100
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Puzzle
Pros
- Innovative cooperative puzzle mechanics
- Engaging communication-based gameplay
- Atmospheric art and sound design
- Cross-platform and offline play
- Intriguing and mysterious story
Cons
- Short game length with limited replay value
- Requires two copies of the game
- Some puzzles frustrating or uneven difficulty
- Story ending divisive among players
- Lack of customization or deeper narrative detail
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players choose their role (Player 1 or 2) and direct their own actions independently, requiring personal decision-making and communication."
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Competence3
"Puzzles require thinking, observation, and communication, providing a moderate challenge and rewarding problem-solving skills."
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Competition-5
"The game is cooperative with no competitive elements or leaderboards; focus is on joint puzzle solving."
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Continuation-3
"Short game (~2-3 hours) with little replay value; players generally complete it in one or two sessions and do not return frequently."
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Cooperation5
"Core gameplay revolves around two players working together, communicating and sharing information to solve puzzles."
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Creativity2
"Players creatively communicate and interpret clues, but puzzles and environments are predefined with limited modification."
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Domination-5
"Gameplay emphasizes equal partnership and mutual collaboration without power imbalance or control over others."
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Escapism3
"Players engage in an eerie, mysterious fictional world to immerse themselves and escape reality for a short time."
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Expectation-4
"Players choose to play voluntarily for enjoyment and social interaction, not out of obligation or pressure."
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Experimenting2
"Players explore puzzle mechanics and experiment with communication strategies, though within a structured game framework."
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Exploration2
"Players discover new areas and clues in a storybook-like environment, though the world is limited and linear."
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Expression-3
"Limited customization or personalization; players use preset visuals and follow the designed narrative."
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Fantasy3
"The game features a fictional, eerie clockwork world with a mysterious story involving time manipulation."
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Fellowship4
"Strong sense of shared experience and community between the two players collaborating closely."
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Growth3
"Players develop communication and problem-solving skills through puzzle solving and cooperative play."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
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Idle-4
"Requires focused attention and continuous communication; not suitable for passive or background play."
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Intimacy3
"Encourages close interaction and communication between players, often friends or partners, fostering connection."
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Leadership-3
"Players share decision-making and puzzle solving equally without clear leadership or hierarchical roles."
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Progression3
"Players progress through chapters and puzzles, unlocking story elements and advancing the narrative."
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Relaxation2
"Generally a calm, atmospheric experience with moderate challenge, though some puzzles cause frustration."
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Sensation1
"Pleasant art and ambient audio provide sensory enjoyment, but stimulation is subtle and not intense."
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Status-5
"No social ranking or recognition systems; focus is on private cooperative experience."
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Story3
"Narrative is an integral part, with players piecing together the story through cooperative discovery."
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Strategy3
"Puzzles require logical thinking, planning, and communication strategies to solve."
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Thrill1
"Some suspense and eerie atmosphere, but overall low risk and controlled emotional experience."
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Value0
"Mixed player opinions on value due to short length and need for two copies; generally seen as fair if purchased on sale."
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Violence-5
"No violence or destructive gameplay; focus is on constructive puzzle solving."
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Survival-5
"No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable and safe gameplay environment."
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