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TurnOn

Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2016

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Quick resume

"TurnOn" tells the spellbinding tale of a brave alien creature and its striking journey through blackout world, in an incredibly colorful and detailed platformer without platforms.

Global score

83/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Platform, Puzzle

Pros

  • Relaxing and charming atmosphere
  • Unique and colorful art style
  • Excellent and varied music
  • Simple and accessible gameplay
  • Visual storytelling through comics

Cons

  • Short game length
  • Frustrating runner levels for some players
  • Minor bugs and control issues
  • Some perspective and camera quirks
  • Price considered high by some

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players control the electric spark freely moving along power lines and choosing paths to restore electricity, with some puzzle solving and exploration."

  • Competence
    2

    "Gameplay is mostly casual platforming with some light puzzles and exploration; some runner levels add moderate challenge but overall accessible."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on personal progress and exploration without competitive elements or player comparison."

  • Continuation
    1

    "Players enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and story, but the game is short (~4-5 hours) and some find runner levels frustrating, limiting long habitual play."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Players explore and solve puzzles in a unique setting with some freedom to find secrets and light up the city, though gameplay is structured."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and friendly tone."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Relaxing, charming atmosphere and music provide a pleasant escape from real life stress."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation without obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Exploration and puzzle solving encourage some experimentation with paths and mechanics, though gameplay is fairly guided."

  • Exploration
    4

    "Game encourages discovering secrets, hidden paths, and lighting up various parts of the city."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited character customization; focus is on gameplay and story rather than avatar personalization."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Players control an alien electric spark in a fictional city with imaginative scenarios and visual storytelling."

  • Fellowship
    -5

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

  • Growth
    2

    "Players learn level layouts, puzzle solutions, and improve platforming skills, though difficulty is generally low."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to platforming and puzzles; not designed for background or idle play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No close social relationships or emotional sharing; solitary gameplay experience."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or management roles; player acts independently."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players collect lightning bolts and unlock new areas, with achievements rewarding thorough exploration."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Game is praised for its calming music, gentle gameplay, and relaxing atmosphere."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Colorful visuals and pleasant music provide sensory enjoyment, though gameplay is not intense."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status elements; focus is on individual experience."

  • Story
    3

    "Visual storytelling through comic-style cutscenes and in-game events creates narrative immersion."

  • Strategy
    1

    "Some light puzzle solving and planning required, but overall gameplay is straightforward."

  • Thrill
    -2

    "Mostly controlled and calm gameplay; occasional runner levels add some tension but not sustained thrill."

  • Value
    1

    "Generally considered good value especially on sale, though some feel the price is high for game length."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No combat or destruction; gameplay focuses on constructive actions like restoring power."

  • Survival
    -3

    "Some challenge in avoiding hazards, but overall low risk and forgiving mechanics."

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