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Diggles: The Myth of Fenris

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2020

Should you play it?

It`s impossible to refuse to help Odin when he asks to find his pet, Fenris, the hound of Hell. A mix of cinematic adventure and a colony building strategy that will take you deep down to the underground world of dwarfs.

What works
  • Unique blend of colony sim, strategy, and rpg elements
  • Strong generational progression and skill inheritance
  • Humorous and charming fantasy setting
  • Deep technology tree and building management
  • Nostalgia factor and faithful to original
Things to keep in mind
  • Outdated graphics and interface
  • Problematic ai and bugs affecting gameplay
  • Slow pacing and high micromanagement
  • Steep learning curve with minimal tutorials
  • No multiplayer or modern quality of life features

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

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Diggles: The Myth of Fenris: 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 Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Thrill, Violence.

Why this game works

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

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    "Players issue commands to dwarves who act autonomously, with option for direct control; sandbox gameplay supports personal freedom in building and exploration."

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  • Competence

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    "Game involves managing multiple dwarves, reacting to hazards and enemies, and optimizing resource use, providing skill-based challenge especially at higher difficulties."

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  • Competition

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  • Cooperation

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    "Team-based gameplay and modes requiring coordination, plus community servers and clan activities encourage cooperation."

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  • Creativity

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    "Players can design and organize their settlements freely, including placement of buildings and decorations."

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  • Domination

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  • Exploration

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  • Expression

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  • Fantasy

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    "Strong fantasy setting with dwarves, orcs, magic, and epic storytelling based on a fantasy novel."

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  • Fellowship

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    "Players manage a community of characters with social interactions, but minimal multiplayer or social features."

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  • Growth

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    "Strong focus on learning, skill development, and personal growth across generations."

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  • Health

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  • Idle

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  • Intimacy

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    "Some emotional connection to characters and companions, but limited social interaction."

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  • Leadership

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  • Progression

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