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Vagante

Mac, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, Linux, Xbox One • 2018

Should you play it?

Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.

What works
  • Challenging and rewarding gameplay
  • High replayability with randomized levels and items
  • Multiple unique classes and skill trees
  • Local and online cooperative multiplayer
  • Immersive dark fantasy atmosphere and music
Things to keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve may frustrate new players
  • Some difficulty spikes and instant death traps
  • Limited story and narrative depth
  • Early access with occasional bugs especially in multiplayer
  • Lack of deeper progression systems beyond leveling

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Roguelands

  • TowerClimb

  • Magicite

  • Astral Ascent

  • Ravenswatch

  • Spelunky 2

  • Risk of Rain 2

  • Risk of Rain (2013)

  • Blazing Beaks
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • TowerClimb

  • Forsaken Frontiers

  • Atomic Picnic
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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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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 (hidden on purpose).

Vagante: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Survival. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Competence

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  • Competition

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  • Cooperation

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    "Supports local and online co-op up to 4 players, with teamwork important though some limitations in multiplayer setup."

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  • Creativity

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    "Level design includes varied mechanics and creative environments; players can experiment with different abilities and paths."

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  • Domination

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    "Multiplayer emphasizes equal cooperation; no evidence of dominance or power imposition among players."

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  • Escapism

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    "Players use the game as a challenging fantasy escape with immersive dark atmosphere and survival mechanics."

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  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily for intrinsic enjoyment; no indication of obligation or external pressure."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Varied item and skill combinations encourage experimentation with different builds and tactics."

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  • Fantasy

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    "Strong fantasy theme with mythical creatures, magic, and imaginative fiction."

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  • Fellowship

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  • Growth

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity; no evidence of health-related features."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires constant attention and focus due to difficulty and punishing enemies; not suitable for casual or background play."

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  • Intimacy

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    "Some social interaction in multiplayer, but no strong evidence of close emotional relationships."

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  • Relaxation

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  • Sensation

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  • Status

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  • Story

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  • Strategy

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    "Players report high replay value and satisfaction relative to price; frequent updates add value."

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