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Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series

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

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Quick resume

KLONOA is a 3D side-scrolling action game series whose first title was released by Namco in 1997. Set in a unique universe populated by a range of original characters, the game follows the hero, Klonoa, as he sets off on a journey to save the world.

Global score

94/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Casual, Platform

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    Pros

    • Faithful remaster of classic platformers
    • Engaging and emotional story
    • Charming characters and world design
    • Solid and precise gameplay mechanics
    • Accessible on modern platforms

    Cons

    • Some graphical and audio inconsistencies
    • High price and expensive dlc
    • Minor control and hitbox issues
    • Lack of online multiplayer or competitive modes
    • Some stiff or missing cutscene animations

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players can freely explore locations, solve puzzles, and choose difficulty modes, indicating a good level of control over gameplay."

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      "Players can explore levels with some freedom and choose difficulty settings; gameplay involves player-directed platforming and puzzle solving."

    • Competence

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      4

      "The game offers challenging platforming and puzzle-solving that require skillful execution and mastery, especially in later levels and timed challenges."

      Capsule for Fly'N Fly'N

      "The game offers skill-based platforming challenges, puzzles, and precise timing, with difficulty ramping up and rewarding mastery."

    • Competition

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      -4

      "Focus is on personal progress and individual play; no evidence of competitive or ranked modes."

      Capsule for Who's at the door? Who's at the door?

      "Focus is on individual play and personal progress; no evidence of competitive modes or social comparison."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report spending multiple hours and replaying to achieve 100%; some find it addictive."

      Capsule for FIND ALL 2: Middle Ages FIND ALL 2: Middle Ages

      "Players report spending many hours and replaying for 100% completion; some find it addictive and nostalgic."

    • Cooperation

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      1

      "Local co-op available in main campaign, but overall gameplay is primarily single-player focused."

      Capsule for Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove

      "Includes local split-screen co-op option, but main gameplay is primarily single-player focused."

    • Creativity

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      2

      "Players engage in exploration and puzzle solving, with some item usage and level interaction, but limited creation or customization."

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      "Players engage with level design and puzzles creatively, but game content is mostly predefined with limited customization."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is solo and cooperative."

      Capsule for Alwa's Awakening Alwa's Awakening

      "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is cooperative or solo without dominance elements."

    • Escapism

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      4

      "Players use the game as a nostalgic, immersive fantasy escape with charming world and humor."

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      "Players use the game as a nostalgic, emotional escape with immersive story and charming worlds."

    • Expectation

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      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia, not obligation or external pressure."

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia, not obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore different gameplay mechanics and perspectives, experimenting with puzzles and platforming challenges."

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      "Players explore puzzles and mechanics, experimenting with enemy throws and platforming strategies."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Levels contain secrets and collectibles encouraging discovery beyond straightforward completion."

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      "Levels have nonlinear design with secrets and collectibles encouraging discovery."

    • Expression

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      1

      "Costume customization available but limited; mostly fixed character presentation."

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      "Some character costume customization available, but limited overall."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy theme with imaginative world, characters, and story elements."

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      "Strong fantasy theme with imaginative worlds, characters, and narrative."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      1

      "Community around the game exists but gameplay is solo; some social sharing and fandom engagement noted."

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      "Community exists and players share enthusiasm, but gameplay is mostly solo or local co-op."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop platforming skills and puzzle-solving abilities throughout the game."

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      "Players develop platforming skills and puzzle-solving abilities progressively."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity elements."

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      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity elements."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and precision; not suited for background or idle play."

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      "Requires focused attention and precision; not suited for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy

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      -3

      "Limited social interaction; mostly surface-level or minimal emotional sharing."

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      "Limited social interaction; mostly individual experience with minimal emotional sharing."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -4

      "No leadership or group management roles; cooperative play is supportive and limited."

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      "No leadership or management roles; cooperative play is supportive or solo."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players collect items and unlock costumes and abilities, progressing through levels and story."

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      "Players collect items, unlock costumes, and complete levels to progress."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      3

      "Players find the game relaxing and satisfying, though some levels can be challenging and tense."

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      "Gameplay is generally comfortable and balanced, though some levels can be challenging and tense."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Bright, colorful visuals and pleasant music provide sensory enjoyment and emotional fun."

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      "Bright, colorful visuals and music provide sensory enjoyment and emotional engagement."

    • Status

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      -4

      "No social status or ranking systems; focus is on personal achievement."

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      "No social status or ranking systems; focus is on personal achievement."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      4

      "Narrative is a major focus with character development, plot twists, and emotional engagement."

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      "Narrative is emotionally engaging with bittersweet and impactful storylines."

    • Strategy

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      3

      "Players solve puzzles and plan platforming routes, requiring mental challenge and problem solving."

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      "Players solve puzzles and plan platforming sequences requiring mental challenge."

    • Thrill

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      2

      "Some suspense and challenge in boss fights and difficult sections, but overall moderate tension."

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      "Some suspense and challenge in boss fights and timed sections, but overall moderate tension."

    • Value

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      1

      "Many players feel the game offers good value especially with DLCs and updates, though some criticize pricing."

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      "Players feel the collection offers good value for access to two classic games, though some note high price and DLC cost."

    • Violence

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      -3

      "Gameplay focuses on platforming and item throwing rather than destruction or combat violence."

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      "Gameplay involves non-violent enemy interaction (grabbing and throwing), focusing on puzzle and platforming rather than destruction."

    • Survival

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      "Some challenge in avoiding damage and managing health, but overall low risk and forgiving gameplay."

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      "Some challenge in avoiding failure and managing health, but generally forgiving and stable gameplay."

    Analysis

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

    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