Deponia Doomsday

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Linux • 2016

2016

Quick resume

Can you change Deponia's fate? Do you have what it takes to change Rufus' past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet? Fight time itself in this action-packed, platypus-tastic and insanely hilarious story.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle, Point-and-click

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Pros

Engaging story and characters
Creative puzzles and time travel mechanics
Humorous and quirky tone
Beautiful hand-drawn art and music
Satisfying conclusion for fans

Cons

Confusing time travel plot for some players
Some puzzles too easy or unintuitive
Timed sequences can be frustrating
Minor bugs reported
Lack of multiplayer or social features

Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

3

"Players have freedom to solve puzzles in various ways and explore story at their own pace, though the game is linear in progression."

Puzzle Agent
"Players have freedom to explore different timelines and make choices in puzzles, but the story is largely predetermined and loops back."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

2

"Puzzles require some thinking and timing but are generally easy and short, providing moderate skill challenge."

Zup! X
"Puzzles require some skill and lateral thinking, but many are easier or can be solved by trial and error; some frustration due to timed sequences."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

-4

"Focus is on single-player experience with no competitive elements or leaderboards."

Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of The Baskervilles
"Focus is on single player experience with no competitive elements or leaderboards."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

3

"Fans tend to engage for long sessions and multiple playthroughs to explore all story paths and achievements."

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- The Prophecy of the Throne
"Fans of the series tend to play through the game fully, with some long play sessions and attachment to the story and characters."
Cooperation

Game with the same Cooperation vibe

-5

"Entirely single player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

Seek Girl Ⅱ
"Entirely single player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

4

"Unique puzzles, inventive mechanics tied to story and characters, and creative level design."

In Sound Mind
"Creative puzzles, time travel mechanics, and humorous narrative with unique characters and settings."
Domination

Game with the same Domination vibe

-5

"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and narrative focused."

Broken Sword 2 - the Smoking Mirror: Remastered (2010)
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and narrative focused."
Escapism

Game with the same Escapism vibe

4

"Players use the game to immerse in a humorous, fictional world, escaping real life through story and puzzles."

Deponia: The Complete Journey
"Players use the game to immerse themselves in a quirky fictional world and escape real life through humor and adventure."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-3

"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and fandom for the series, not out of obligation or pressure."

No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and love for the series, not out of obligation or pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

3

"Players try new puzzle solutions and explore time travel mechanics, though within a structured environment."

The House of Da Vinci 2
"Time travel mechanics and puzzle solving encourage trying different approaches and exploring alternate timelines."
Exploration

Game with the same Exploration vibe

3

"Players explore multiple detailed locations, including new and familiar areas, with some discovery elements."

Black Mirror II
"Players explore various locations, including new and familiar areas, with some discovery of story elements and secrets."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

-4

"Limited customization or personalization; players experience a fixed story and character presentation."

Puzzle Agent 2
"Limited character customization or personalization; players follow a fixed narrative and visual style."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

4

"Time travel, absurd story, and diverse characters create a strong imaginative fantasy experience."

Super Time Force Ultra
"Strongly imaginative and fictional setting with time travel, quirky characters, and absurd humor."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

-4

"Minimal social interaction; primarily a solo experience with limited community engagement."

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City – The Definitive Edition
"Minimal social interaction; primarily a solo experience with limited community engagement."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

3

"Players develop problem-solving skills and understanding of complex story concepts through gameplay."

Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
"Players develop problem-solving skills and understanding of complex story elements through gameplay."
Health

Game with the same Health vibe

-5

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

THE ENIGMA MACHINE
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
Idle

Game with the same Idle vibe

-3

"Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and progress; not designed for casual or background play."

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes
"Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and progress; not designed for casual or background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

-4

"Limited emotional connection through narrative; no social or close relationships formed in gameplay."

Chasing Static
"Limited emotional connection beyond narrative; no close social relationships formed through gameplay."
Leadership

Game with the same Leadership vibe

-5

"No leadership or management roles; player follows narrative and puzzle tasks individually."

Assemble with Care
"No leadership or management roles; player follows story and puzzle progression individually."
Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

3

"Players collect items and unlock story progression through puzzle solving and exploration."

Space Pilgrim Episode III: Delta Pavonis
"Players collect items and unlock story progression through puzzle solving and exploration."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

1

"Some players find humor and nostalgia relaxing, but others experience frustration due to controls and puzzle difficulty."

Normality
"Some players find humor and story relaxing, but timed puzzles and repetition can cause frustration."
Sensation

Game with the same Sensation vibe

2

"Enjoyable visual art and music provide moderate sensory stimulation; not intense or thrilling."

Koi-Koi Japan [Hanafuda playing cards]
"Enjoyable visual art style and music provide sensory stimulation, though not intense or overwhelming."
Status

Game with the same Status vibe

-5

"No social recognition or status systems; achievements are personal and not socially evaluated."

ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
"No social recognition or status systems; achievements are personal and not socially evaluated."
Story

Game with the same Story vibe

5

"Strong narrative focus with character development, plot twists, and emotional engagement."

WitchSpring R
"Strong narrative focus with complex plot, character development, and emotional engagement."
Strategy

Game with the same Strategy vibe

2

"Requires some problem solving and planning, but puzzles are generally simple and solutions often straightforward."

Scribblenauts Unlimited
"Requires some planning and problem solving, but puzzles are mostly straightforward with occasional complexity."
Thrill

Game with the same Thrill vibe

-2

"Low suspense and risk; some timing challenges but mostly controlled and predictable puzzle environment."

Zup! 9
"Some suspense in timed puzzles, but overall predictable and low risk gameplay."
Value

Game with the same Value vibe

3

"Generally perceived as good value for fans of the genre, with some criticism of bugs and content."

MotoGP™21
"Good perceived value for fans of the series due to length, story, and content; some complaints about price and bugs."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

-3

"Minimal violence; focus on puzzle solving and story rather than combat or destruction."

Randal's Monday
"Minimal violence; focus on puzzle solving and story rather than combat or destruction."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

-4

"No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable game environment."

Enigmatis 2: The Mists of Ravenwood
"No survival mechanics or threat avoidance; stable game environment."

Analysis

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

How to use the graph

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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