CARRION

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Linux • 2020

2020

Quick resume

CARRION is a reverse horror game in which you assume the role of an amorphous creature of unknown origins, stalking and consuming those that imprisoned you.

Global score

95/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platform

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Pros

Unique reverse horror concept
Fluid and satisfying monster movement
Engaging combat and puzzles
Strong atmosphere and sound design
Short and well-paced gameplay

Cons

Lack of in-game map causing navigation issues
Short overall game length
Some frustrating puzzles and backtracking
Limited story depth
Controls can feel imprecise at times

Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players control the monster's movements and decide how to solve puzzles using possession of boulders and environmental manipulation."

The Dweller
"Players control a unique amorphous monster with freedom to move, choose combat or stealth approaches, and solve puzzles with different abilities."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

3

"Players engage in puzzle solving, stealth, and trial-and-error learning to avoid monsters and progress, providing a sense of skill and mastery."

The Designer's Curse
"Players engage in skillful movement, combat, and puzzle solving with feedback on performance; some challenges require mastery of monster abilities."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

-5

"Single-player experience focused on personal exploration and achievement without any player-vs-player or leaderboard elements."

Suite 776
"Single-player experience focused on personal progression and exploration without any player-vs-player or leaderboard elements."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

2

"Short game length (4-7 hours) with some replayability due to branching paths and secrets encourages repeated play but not habitual long sessions."

Felvidek
"Short game length (~5-7 hours) with some replayability and workshop mods, encouraging multiple play sessions but not habitual long-term play."
Cooperation

Game with the same Cooperation vibe

-5

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

Dead Space (2008)
"Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer modes."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

2

"Players creatively use character abilities and environmental elements to solve puzzles."

Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)
"Players creatively use monster abilities and environmental interactions to solve puzzles and approach combat in different ways."
Domination

Game with the same Domination vibe

-5

"No social dominance or power over other players; interactions are with AI enemies only."

APE OUT
"No social dominance or power over other players; interactions are with AI enemies only."
Escapism

Game with the same Escapism vibe

4

"Strong psychological horror atmosphere provides intense escape from reality and immersion in a frightening fictional world."

Dark Fracture: Prologue
"Provides a strong escape by embodying a monstrous creature in a horror setting, offering stress relief and immersion in a fictional world."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no indications of obligation or external pressure."

Taora : Beginning
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no indications of obligation or external pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

3

"Players experiment with different creatures' abilities to solve puzzles and explore environments."

SILT
"Players experiment with different monster forms and abilities to solve puzzles and combat scenarios."
Exploration

Game with the same Exploration vibe

3

"Metroidvania-style exploration with backtracking and discovering collectibles and secrets."

LostWinds 2: Winter of the Melodias
"Metroidvania-style exploration with backtracking and discovery of secrets, though some players find navigation challenging due to no map."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

-3

"Limited customization; players control fixed elemental forms without avatar personalization."

Element4l
"Limited player customization; focus is on controlling a fixed monster form without avatar personalization."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

5

"Strong sci-fi horror narrative with grotesque and imaginative fiction elements."

CAYNE
"Strong imaginative fiction experience playing as a horrific amorphous monster in a sci-fi horror setting."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

-5

"No social or community features; purely solo play."

Pumpkin Jack
"No social or community features; purely solo play."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

3

"Players learn new abilities and improve skills through progression and puzzle solving."

Fe
"Players learn new abilities and improve skills through gameplay progression and puzzle solving."
Health

Game with the same Health vibe

-5

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

Ship Graveyard Simulator 2
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."
Idle

Game with the same Idle vibe

-3

"Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not designed for casual or background play."

Ashes Cricket
"Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not designed for casual or background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

-5

"No social interactions or relationship building; isolated single-player experience."

Missing Translation
"No social interactions or relationship building; isolated single-player experience."
Leadership

Game with the same Leadership vibe

-5

"No leadership or group management elements."

High On Life
"No leadership or group management elements."
Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

4

"Progression through unlocking new areas, gaining new seeds, and increasing biomass levels."

Waking Mars
"Clear progression through gaining biomass, unlocking abilities, and accessing new areas."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

2

"Fast-paced and thrilling gameplay with moments of flow, but also some tension and challenge."

ZONE OF THE ENDERS THE 2nd RUNNER : M∀RS / アヌビスゾーン・オブ・エンダーズ : マーズ
"Generally a fast-paced and thrilling experience with moments of flow, though some tension exists in combat and puzzles."
Sensation

Game with the same Sensation vibe

4

"Strong sensory stimulation from gore effects, pixel art, sound design, and fluid combat animations."

First Cut: Samurai Duel
"Strong sensory stimulation through gore, sound design, and fluid monster animations."
Status

Game with the same Status vibe

-5

"No social recognition or status systems."

Alan Wake
"No social recognition or status systems."
Story

Game with the same Story vibe

2

"Environmental storytelling and lore exist but narrative is minimal and gameplay-focused."

Skinwalker Hunt
"Minimal narrative with environmental storytelling and implied lore; story supports gameplay but is not deeply immersive."
Strategy

Game with the same Strategy vibe

3

"Requires planning, problem solving, and tactical thinking to overcome enemies and puzzles."

SKIBIDI GYATROOMS
"Requires problem solving and tactical use of abilities to overcome puzzles and enemies."
Thrill

Game with the same Thrill vibe

3

"Stealth and combat encounters provide suspense and excitement."

METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
"Provides suspense and excitement through stealth, combat, and exploration."
Value

Game with the same Value vibe

1

"Generally considered worth the price by players, though some mention short length and recommend waiting for sales."

Mushroom 11
"Generally considered worth the price by players, though some note the short length and recommend buying on sale."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

5

"Core gameplay involves combat, killing monsters, and destruction."

Larva Mortus
"Core gameplay involves violent combat, gore, and destruction as the monster consumes humans and destroys objects."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

2

"Players must avoid death and manage health, but threats are moderate."

Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time
"Players must avoid death and manage health while navigating threats, though difficulty is moderate."

Analysis

A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

How to use the graph

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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