Eternal Threads

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2022

2022

Quick resume

Eternal Threads is a single-player, first-person story-driven puzzle game of time manipulation, choice and consequence.

Global score

86/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

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Pros

Engaging time travel narrative
Well-written characters and voice acting
Innovative timeline mechanic
Multiple branching story outcomes
Intuitive timeline interface

Cons

Slow start and pacing
Limited replay value after completion
Some clunky controls and walking mechanics
Character models and animations could be improved
Ending is a cliffhanger and somewhat unsatisfying

Motivations

Autonomy

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4

"Players have freedom to explore multiple timelines, choose party members, and influence story outcomes with multiple endings."

CHRONO TRIGGER®
"Players have freedom to explore the timeline non-linearly and choose how to influence events, with multiple branching choices affecting outcomes."
Competence

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2

"Gameplay involves puzzle solving and exploration with some trial and error, requiring moderate skill and problem solving."

Corpse Party (2021)
"Gameplay involves puzzle-like investigation and decision making, requiring understanding of cause-effect chains, but mechanical skill demands are low."
Competition

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-4

"Focus is on personal exploration and narrative discovery without competitive or ranked elements."

Elsinore
"Focus is on personal exploration and narrative discovery without competitive elements or social comparison."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

1

"Some players report replaying to explore different endings, but overall short playtime and linearity limit habitual long sessions."

The Invincible
"Some players find replay value in exploring all timeline branches and endings, but others note limited long-term engagement after completion."
Cooperation

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-5

"Single-player experience focused on individual investigation and decision-making without multiplayer or teamwork."

The Shivah
"Single-player experience focused on individual investigation and decision making without multiplayer or cooperative play."
Creativity

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3

"Players creatively influence story outcomes and experiment with different interactions, though within predefined scenarios."

Do Not Feed the Monkeys
"Players experiment with timeline changes and explore different narrative outcomes, though within a fixed story framework."
Domination

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-5

"No social dominance or power dynamics; interactions are solitary and narrative-driven."

Amanda the Adventurer 3
"No social dominance or power dynamics; interactions are solitary and narrative-driven."
Escapism

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4

"Players immerse in imaginative literary worlds to escape reality and explore stories."

The Bookwalker: Thief of Tales
"Players immerse in a fictional time travel narrative, escaping real life through story exploration and mystery solving."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in story and gameplay, with no obligation or external pressure."

The Silent Age
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in story and mechanics, with no external obligations or pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

4

"Many options and branching paths encourage trying different choices and exploring alternate storylines."

Our Life: Beginnings & Always
"Encouraged to try different choices and explore multiple timeline branches to uncover all story possibilities."
Exploration

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3

"Players explore detailed environments in two time periods, discovering clues and secrets."

Still Life
"Exploration of a single environment and extensive timeline events, discovering new scenes and secrets."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

-3

"Limited customization; players experience preset characters and story without avatar personalization."

PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo
"Limited customization; players interact with preset story and characters without avatar personalization."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

3

"Science fiction setting with speculative elements and narrative twists beyond realistic experience."

Gods Will Be Watching
"Time travel and timeline manipulation provide a speculative fiction setting, though grounded in realistic character drama."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

-5

"Experience is solitary with minimal social interaction or community involvement."

Resident Evil 7 Biohazard
"Experience is solitary with minimal social interaction or community involvement."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

3

"Players develop skills and knowledge through investigation, trial gameplay, and character relationship building."

Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
"Players develop understanding of complex cause-effect relationships and character motivations through investigation."
Health

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-5

"Sedentary gameplay focused on reading, clicking, and puzzle solving."

Song of Farca
"Sedentary gameplay focused on narrative and puzzle solving."
Idle

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-3

"Requires focused attention to follow story and dialogue; not designed for background or casual intermittent play."

Killer Chat! - Original Edition
"Requires focused attention to follow story and timeline; not designed for casual or background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

2

"Emotional engagement with characters and their stories fosters some sense of connection."

The Séance of Blake Manor
"Emotional engagement with characters and their personal stories fosters a sense of connection."
Leadership

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Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

3

"Progression through unlocking new information, achievements, and multiple endings."

Replica
"Progression through unlocking new timeline events, secrets, and achieving better endings."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

3

"Slow-paced, contemplative gameplay encourages relaxation and thoughtful engagement rather than tension."

Pentiment
"Slow-paced, contemplative gameplay encourages relaxed, thoughtful engagement."
Sensation

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1

"Atmospheric audio and visuals create mood but limited sensory stimulation or excitement."

Beholder
"Atmospheric audio and visuals provide moderate sensory stimulation, but not intense excitement."
Status

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-5

"No social recognition or status systems present."

Crying Suns
"No social recognition or status systems present."
Story

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5

"Strong narrative focus with branching plots, character development, and world-building."

Sierra Ops - Space Strategy Visual Novel
"Strong narrative focus with branching plots, character development, and player-driven story outcomes."
Strategy

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3

"Requires logical thinking and planning to solve puzzles and navigate timelines."

The Room Syndrome
"Requires logical thinking and planning to manipulate timeline events for optimal outcomes."
Thrill

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0

"Some suspenseful moments and minigames, but overall a calm narrative experience."

Cats and the Other Lives
"Some suspenseful moments but overall a calm, low-risk narrative experience."
Value

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0

"Mixed player opinions on price vs content; some find it reasonable especially on sale."

Shadows Peak
"Mixed player opinions on price versus content; generally considered worth it on sale."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

-5

"No combat or destructive gameplay; focus on puzzle-solving and story."

The Dark Eye: Memoria
"No combat or destructive gameplay; focus on narrative and puzzle solving."
Survival

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2

"Players must avoid death and complete missions, but no complex survival mechanics."

Slava Ukraini!
"Central goal is to prevent deaths by managing events, but no real-time survival mechanics."

Analysis

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

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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