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Raji: An Ancient Epic

PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2020

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Quick resume

Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion of the human realm. Her destiny? To rescue her younger brother and face the demon lord Mahabalasura.

Global score

82/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platform, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Beautiful and unique indian mythology setting
    • Stunning visuals and art style
    • Immersive music and narration
    • Accessible combat and platforming
    • Cultural storytelling and voice acting

    Cons

    • Short game length and limited replay value
    • Clunky combat mechanics and controls
    • Fixed camera angles causing navigation issues
    • Some story and ending felt abrupt or incomplete
    • Lack of difficulty options and polish

    Motivations

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    • Competence

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    • Competition

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    • Continuation

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    • Cooperation

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    • Creativity

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    • Domination

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    • Escapism

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      "Strong narrative and mythological setting provide immersive escape from real life."

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    • Expectation

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    • Experimenting

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    • Exploration

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    • Expression

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    • Fellowship

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    • Growth

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    • Health

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    • Idle

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    • Intimacy

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    • Leadership

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    • Progression

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    • Relaxation

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    • Status

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    • Story

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    • Strategy

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    • Thrill

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    • Value

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    Analysis

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

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