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Absolver

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Linux • 2017

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Quick resume

Absolver is an online multiplayer combat game where players are placed behind the mask of a Prospect under control of the Guides, the new rulers of the fallen Adal Empire, who will determine your worth in joining their elite corps of Absolvers.

Global score

72/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Fighting

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    Pros

    • Unique and deep combat system
    • Extensive customization of moves and appearance
    • Engaging pvp and co-op multiplayer
    • Stylized art and sound design
    • Active and supportive community

    Cons

    • Limited pve content and short story
    • Small player base leading to matchmaking delays
    • Some technical issues and bugs
    • Steep learning curve can be frustrating
    • Camera issues in tight spaces

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      5

      "Players have extensive freedom to create and customize characters, choose decks, and set game modes, enabling full control over playstyle and progression."

      Capsule for Erannorth Chronicles Erannorth Chronicles

      "Players create and customize their own combat decks and fighting styles, allowing full control over moves and strategies."

    • Competence

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      5

      "High skill ceiling with challenging mechanics, requiring mastery of complex combat systems and resource management."

      Capsule for KILL KNIGHT KILL KNIGHT

      "High skill ceiling with complex combat mechanics requiring practice, observation, and mastery to succeed."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      4

      "Strong PvP focus with ranked modes and competitive 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 matches."

      Capsule for Spellsworn Spellsworn

      "Strong focus on PvP 1v1 and 3v3 combat with ranking and skill-based matchmaking, though player base is small."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      2

      "Players report habitual play and long sessions, though some mention repetitiveness and limited content."

      Capsule for Storm Chasers Storm Chasers

      "Players report long sessions and repeated play to improve skills and progress, though some find content limited."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      3

      "Supports co-op PvE and survival modes, with teamwork and group accomplishments encouraged."

      Capsule for AirMech AirMech

      "Co-op PvE and social interactions via emotes and reviving others encourage teamwork and community."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      5

      "Extensive deck customization, card pool editing, and unique character abilities encourage creative playstyles."

      Capsule for Breach Wanderers Breach Wanderers

      "Extensive customization of combat decks and character appearance fosters creative expression."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -2

      "Community described as friendly and respectful overall; some trash talk but no strong dominance or toxicity emphasized."

      Capsule for Real Pool 3D - Poolians Real Pool 3D - Poolians

      "Community generally respectful with emphasis on fair fights and mutual learning rather than trash talk."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      3

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief with immersive movement and combat."

      Capsule for Project Sparrow Project Sparrow

      "Immersive world and combat provide engaging distraction and stress relief for players."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily driven by intrinsic interest and desire for challenge, not obligation."

      Capsule for WazHack WazHack

      "Players engage voluntarily driven by intrinsic interest and love of fighting mechanics, not obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      5

      "Players try new tactics, explore mechanics, test limits, and experiment with interactions and combat."

      Capsule for Hard Time III Hard Time III

      "Players constantly try new moves, decks, and strategies to adapt and improve in combat."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Multiple planets and large maps encourage discovery, though exploration is somewhat limited by current content."

      Capsule for Eden Crafters Eden Crafters

      "Small but atmospheric world encourages exploration and discovery despite limited map size."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      4

      "Extensive character customization and clothing options allow players to express themselves visually."

      Capsule for STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar

      "Character and outfit customization allow players to express individuality and style."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      3

      "Strong wuxia fantasy setting with martial arts powers and imaginative fiction elements."

      Capsule for 河洛群俠傳 (Ho Tu Lo Shu : The Books of Dragon) 河洛群俠傳 (Ho Tu Lo Shu : The Books of Dragon)

      "Stylized martial arts world with mystical elements and lore inspired by wuxia and fantasy."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      3

      "Active community and multiplayer foster social connections and group identity."

      Capsule for The Battle of Polytopia The Battle of Polytopia

      "Active community with schools, mentoring, and social interaction fosters group identity."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      5

      "Steep learning curve with skill development and mastery of complex combat mechanics."

      Capsule for Hellish Quart Hellish Quart

      "Steep learning curve with continuous skill development and mastery of complex combat system."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -4

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

      Capsule for Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition

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

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during combat and exploration."

      Capsule for Lost Castle 2 Lost Castle 2

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during combat and exploration."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      2

      "Players form friendships and social bonds through cooperative play and communication."

      Capsule for HELLDIVERS™ Dive Harder Edition HELLDIVERS™ Dive Harder Edition

      "Limited communication via emotes but players form friendships and cooperative bonds."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      3

      "Player leads by gaining control over school factions and influencing social dynamics."

      Capsule for Bully: Scholarship Edition Bully: Scholarship Edition

      "Players can create and lead schools, mentoring others and guiding combat styles."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      4

      "Players accumulate new moves, weapons, and upgrades, progressing through ranks and unlocking content."

      Capsule for Devil May Cry 5 Devil May Cry 5

      "Players collect moves, gear, and ranks through PvE and PvP progression systems."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Some players find relaxing flow in building and exploration, but combat and PvP add tension and adrenaline."

      Capsule for Infinite Veil Infinite Veil

      "Combat flow and exploration offer moments of relaxation, though tension arises in PvP."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Stylized visuals, smooth animations, and dynamic sound contribute to sensory enjoyment."

      Capsule for REMATCH REMATCH

      "Stylized visuals, sound design, and fluid animations provide sensory enjoyment."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      3

      "Ranking systems and community recognition provide social status and visibility among players."

      Capsule for Supraball Supraball

      "Ranking systems and community recognition provide social status within the player base."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      -3

      "Minimal narrative focus; story is simple and mostly a backdrop to combat."

      Capsule for Kung Fu Strike - The Warrior's Rise Kung Fu Strike - The Warrior's Rise

      "Minimal narrative focus; story is vague and serves mainly as backdrop for combat progression."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      5

      "Requires mental challenge, planning combos, timing, and countering opponents' moves."

      Capsule for THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION

      "Requires mental challenge, planning, and adaptation to opponent's moves and combat decks."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "PvP combat and survival elements create suspense and excitement."

      Capsule for King of Crabs King of Crabs

      "PvP combat provides suspense and excitement through intense duels and mindgames."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      3

      "Generally considered worth the price, especially on sale, with good content for cost."

      Capsule for Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity

      "Generally considered worth the price especially on sale, though some find content limited."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      3

      "Enjoyment of combat and punching opponents is central to gameplay."

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      "Enjoyment of martial arts combat and defeating opponents is central to gameplay."

    • Survival

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      2

      "Combat requires managing stamina and avoiding death, though difficulty is not extreme."

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      "Combat involves managing stamina and avoiding defeat, though no harsh penalties for death."

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Creativity. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Domination.

    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.

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