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Digimon Survive

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 • 2022

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Quick resume

Digimon Survive presents a hybrid visual novel and tactical RPG set in a mysterious world filled with dangerous monsters and deadly battles that will test your ability to survive.

Global score

79/100

Genres

Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Strategy, Simulator

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    Pros

    • Engaging dark story with mature themes
    • Beautiful art and music
    • Meaningful player choices affecting story and evolutions
    • Multiple endings and replay value
    • Immersive character relationships and voice acting

    Cons

    • Heavy visual novel focus with slow pacing
    • Combat is simple and repetitive
    • Some story choices locked behind new game+
    • Limited digimon variety and customization
    • Repetitive dialogue and occasional translation issues

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      3

      "Players make meaningful choices affecting story and character fates, though within a largely linear narrative."

      Capsule for Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth

      "Players make meaningful choices affecting story, character fates, and Digimon evolutions, though some outcomes are scripted and locked behind new game+."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      1

      "Combat involves timing and coordination but is generally described as easy and not highly challenging; exploration is simple and repetitive."

      Capsule for Haven Haven

      "Combat is relatively simple and easy, especially early on, with limited complexity and repetitive battles, but some strategic elements exist."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -3

      "Focus is on personal story progression and exploration rather than competing against others; no mention of multiplayer or leaderboards."

      Capsule for Otaku's Adventure Otaku's Adventure

      "Focus is on personal story progression and choices rather than competing with others; no mention of multiplayer or leaderboards."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Game encourages replay through multiple endings, backtracking, and exploration of alternate routes."

      Capsule for Gal Guardians: Demon Purge Gal Guardians: Demon Purge

      "Multiple endings and routes encourage replay, though some players find replaying tedious due to slow pacing and forced new game+."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -2

      "Gameplay centers on individual control of party members and solo exploration; some cooperative elements in story but no multiplayer cooperation emphasized."

      Capsule for Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA

      "Gameplay centers on individual player decisions and solo story experience; limited evidence of cooperative multiplayer or teamwork."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players can customize characters and choose different strategies, but within predefined game structures"

      Capsule for Talisman: Digital Classic Edition Talisman: Digital Classic Edition

      "Players influence Digimon evolutions and story branches, but combat and exploration follow predefined structures with limited customization."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -4

      "Interactions emphasize mutual respect and camaraderie among characters; no evidence of player dominance over others."

      Capsule for Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia) Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia)

      "Interactions emphasize mutual respect and character relationships; no evidence of dominating or controlling other players."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Dark, atmospheric world with immersive story and mood provides strong escape from reality."

      Capsule for Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight

      "Immersive dark story and atmospheric world provide strong escape from real life, with emotional and mature themes."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest in mystery and visual novels, with no obligation or external pressure."

      Capsule for PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest in Digimon and visual novels; no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      2

      "Players explore different characters, traps, and strategies, though core gameplay is consistent."

      Capsule for Bro Falls Bro Falls

      "Players explore different story routes and Digimon evolutions, but gameplay routines and combat are fairly consistent."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      1

      "Some exploration of small locations and objects, but mostly guided through known story environments."

      Capsule for Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth

      "Some exploration of areas and hidden items, but mostly within familiar environments and story-driven locations."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      2

      "Customization is mostly through Digimon evolution paths and city building rather than character or avatar personalization."

      Capsule for Digimon World: Next Order Digimon World: Next Order

      "Players customize Digimon evolutions and make story choices reflecting personal style, though character customization is limited."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy elements with imaginative Digimon creatures, digital worlds, and time travel story."

      Capsule for Digimon Story Time Stranger Digimon Story Time Stranger

      "Strong fantasy elements with Digimon creatures, dark and mature fictional story, and supernatural themes."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      2

      "Players experience a sense of community through story and character interactions."

      Capsule for Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin

      "Players experience character relationships and affinity systems, fostering a sense of community within the story."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop skills, learn combat timing, and progress through story and abilities."

      Capsule for Where Winds Meet Where Winds Meet

      "Players learn story details, character backgrounds, and develop strategies; some skill growth in combat and decision-making."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "No physical activity or health-related gameplay elements; purely sedentary visual novel."

      Capsule for Hiveswap Friendsim Hiveswap Friendsim

      "No physical activity or health-related gameplay elements; sedentary visual novel and turn-based combat."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused reading and engagement; not designed for background or idle play."

      Capsule for MAHOUTEQ! MAHOUTEQ!

      "Requires focused reading and engagement; not designed for background or idle play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      3

      "Emotional connections and character development foster deeper relationships beyond surface-level interactions."

      Capsule for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC

      "Emotional character interactions and relationship building foster deeper connections beyond surface-level."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      1

      "Players manage party leadership and strategy but no evidence of leading others in social or multiplayer contexts."

      Capsule for Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation

      "Players guide party decisions and Digimon evolutions, but no evidence of leading other players or managing groups."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players accumulate clues, unlock story branches, and achieve multiple endings reflecting progression."

      Capsule for SIMULACRA 2 SIMULACRA 2

      "Players collect Digimon, evolve them, and unlock story routes and endings, showing clear progression."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Atmospheric and immersive but some tension and suspense; pacing can be slow but engaging."

      Capsule for Black Mirror II Black Mirror II

      "Story pacing can be slow and sometimes tedious, but the immersive atmosphere provides moments of flow and relaxation."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Appealing art, voice acting, and music provide sensory enjoyment and emotional engagement."

      Capsule for Making*Lovers Making*Lovers

      "Appealing art, music, and voice acting provide sensory enjoyment and emotional engagement."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on personal story experience rather than social recognition or popularity."

      Capsule for Minds Beneath Us Minds Beneath Us

      "Focus is on personal story experience rather than social recognition or popularity."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      5

      "Strong narrative focus with multiple endings, character development, and immersive storytelling."

      Capsule for Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

      "Strong narrative focus with multiple endings, mature themes, character development, and immersive storytelling."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      2

      "Combat requires tactical use of abilities and positioning, though overall gameplay is straightforward and action-focused."

      Capsule for LIZARDS MUST DIE LIZARDS MUST DIE

      "Tactical combat requires some planning and positioning, though mechanics are relatively simple and accessible."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Suspenseful and dark story elements create emotional tension and thrill, especially in certain routes."

      Capsule for Amnesia™: Memories Amnesia™: Memories

      "Dark and suspenseful story elements create tension and emotional thrills, though combat risk is moderate."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      2

      "Players report good value for time spent, especially with modding and replayability, though some find price high."

      Capsule for Master of Magic Master of Magic

      "Players report good value especially on sale, with long playtime and replayability, though some feel price is high."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      1

      "Combat involves fighting enemies and bosses, but violence is stylized and not a primary focus."

      Capsule for Constance Constance

      "Combat involves battles and defeating enemies, but violence is stylized and balanced with story and character focus."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      4

      "Central theme of survival in a hostile, dangerous world with difficult decisions."

      Capsule for The Walking Dead: A New Frontier The Walking Dead: A New Frontier

      "Story centers on survival in a dangerous world with real consequences, including character deaths and threats."

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Status.

    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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    Last update: 30/04/2026