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Trover Saves the Universe

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation VR, SteamVR, Oculus Quest, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Oculus Rift, Meta Quest 2 • 2019

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Quick resume

From Squanch Games comes Trover Saves the Universe. Your pups are missing. The cosmos is at stake. Only you and Trover can save everything in this bizarre comedy adventure!

Global score

91/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platform, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Hilarious and extensive voice acting
    • Unique and creative gameplay mechanic
    • Strong narrative and humor
    • Free dlc planned
    • Accessible without vr

    Cons

    • Short playtime
    • Simple and repetitive combat
    • Some bugs reported
    • Humor not for everyone
    • Limited gameplay depth

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Idle, Thrill, Violence, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Fantasy, Violence.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    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 control Trover and also their own chair-bound character, with freedom to explore levels, make choices with consequences, and decide pacing."

    • Competence
      2

      "Gameplay involves platforming, combat, and puzzles that are generally simple but require some skill and problem solving."

    • Competition
      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on personal enjoyment without any competitive or ranked elements."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Players report spending extended time listening to dialogue and collecting items, with some replay value and free DLC planned."

    • Cooperation
      -5

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

    • Creativity
      3

      "Unique gameplay mechanic of controlling a character who controls another, plus humorous improvisational dialogue and world design."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is individual and narrative driven."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Strong comedic and surreal elements provide distraction and immersion away from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for humor and entertainment, not out of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Players explore dialogue branches, collectibles, and some puzzle solutions, though gameplay is fairly straightforward."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Players explore multiple colorful worlds with hidden collectibles and secrets."

    • Expression
      1

      "Some customization via upgrades and collectibles, but no deep avatar or environment personalization."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Highly imaginative, surreal sci-fi setting with absurd characters and scenarios inspired by Rick & Morty style humor."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "No social or community features; strictly single-player."

    • Growth
      2

      "Players gain upgrades and improve skills to overcome puzzles and combat challenges."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of VR seated experiences and traditional gaming."

    • Idle
      3

      "Players often pause to listen to lengthy dialogue and explore at a relaxed pace."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No close social relationships formed; interactions are with NPCs only."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements present."

    • Progression
      3

      "Collecting power babies and gaining upgrades provide a sense of progression."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Casual gameplay and humorous dialogue create a relaxed, enjoyable experience."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Colorful visuals and sound design provide sensory enjoyment, though not intense stimulation."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social recognition or ranking systems."

    • Story
      4

      "Strong narrative focus with extensive voice acting, branching dialogue, and comedic story."

    • Strategy
      1

      "Some puzzle solving and combat tactics, but overall straightforward gameplay."

    • Thrill
      -2

      "Gameplay is low risk and casual, with minimal suspense or tension."

    • Value
      2

      "Players find value in humor, voice acting, and free DLC despite short playtime."

    • Violence
      1

      "Includes combat and enemy encounters but not focused on violence or destruction."

    • Survival
      -3

      "Low threat environment with simple combat and platforming challenges."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026