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SuperTux

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Android, Linux • 2022

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Quick resume

Classic 2D jump'n'run sidescroller featuring Tux the penguin. Run and jump through multiple worlds, fighting off enemies by jumping on them, bumping them from below or tossing objects at them, grabbing power-ups and other stuff on the way.

Global score

95/100

Genres

Action, Casual, Free To Play, Early Access, Platform, Arcade

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    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • Nostalgic and charming platformer
    • Powerful level editor
    • Cross-platform support
    • Low system requirements

    Cons

    • Slippery and floaty controls
    • Some levels are frustratingly difficult
    • Graphics and sound are simple/outdated
    • Game feels unfinished with bugs
    • Lack of multiplayer or social features

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have extensive freedom to create and customize levels with a powerful editor and choose their own play styles."

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      "Players have freedom to explore levels, use power-ups, and create custom levels with a powerful level editor."

    • Competence

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      3

      "The game offers challenging platforming with precise jumps and boss encounters, requiring skill and practice."

      Capsule for Super Bernie World Super Bernie World

      "The game offers challenging platforming with skill-based jumping and enemy encounters, though some find controls slippery."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on single-player experience without leaderboards or ranked modes; no direct competition with others."

      Capsule for Commander Keen Commander Keen

      "Focus is on single-player experience without leaderboards or ranked modes; no competitive elements mentioned."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      4

      "Many users report habitual replaying, nostalgia-driven long sessions, and repeated playthroughs over years."

      Capsule for Dungeon Keeper™ 2 Dungeon Keeper™ 2

      "Many users report nostalgia-driven long-term engagement and habitual play; level editor extends replayability."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -5

      "The game is strictly single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

      Capsule for Sudoku Universe / 数独宇宙 Sudoku Universe / 数独宇宙

      "Game is strictly single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      5

      "Includes a level editor allowing players to create and share custom levels, enhancing creative engagement."

      Capsule for VVVVVV VVVVVV

      "Includes a powerful level editor allowing players to create and share custom levels, fostering creativity."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No evidence of dominance or power over others; gameplay is individual and cooperative social dynamics are absent."

      Capsule for Zet Zillions Zet Zillions

      "No evidence of dominance or power over others; gameplay is individual and cooperative elements are absent."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game for nostalgia, stress relief, and immersive platforming fun, escaping real life through engaging gameplay."

      Capsule for PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC

      "Players use the game for nostalgia, stress relief, and immersion in a charming platforming world."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia; no obligation or pressure noted."

      Capsule for Peggle Extreme Peggle Extreme

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia; no obligation or pressure noted."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore multiple paths, secrets, and power-up usage, encouraging experimentation within level design."

      Capsule for 8BitBoy™ 8BitBoy™

      "Players explore new levels and experiment with power-ups and level editor features."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Game features multiple diverse locations and encourages discovery of new areas and secrets."

      Capsule for Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space

      "Game features multiple worlds and levels with secrets and new areas to discover."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      4

      "Character customization and building allow self-expression, though some find customization limited."

      Capsule for LEGO® Worlds LEGO® Worlds

      "Customization through level editor allows self-expression; no character customization noted."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      4

      "Imaginative setting with anthropomorphic penguins committing heists and using absurd weapons."

      Capsule for The Greatest Penguin Heist of All Time The Greatest Penguin Heist of All Time

      "Imaginative setting with anthropomorphic penguin protagonist and fictional story elements."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -3

      "Limited social interaction; community mainly through sharing solutions and workshop levels."

      Capsule for Poly Bridge 2 Poly Bridge 2

      "Minimal social interaction; community involvement mainly through level sharing and open source contributions."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop platforming skills and improve through practice and mastery of levels."

      Capsule for LOVE LOVE

      "Players develop platforming skills and learn level editor tools, indicating personal growth."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

      Capsule for THE ENIGMA MACHINE THE ENIGMA MACHINE

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

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

      Capsule for Defunct Defunct

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

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -5

      "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing within the game."

      Capsule for Stacklands Stacklands

      "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing within the game."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or group management roles; single-player experience."

      Capsule for Inscryption Inscryption

      "No leadership or group management roles; single-player experience."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players collect power-ups and upgrades during levels; scoring and ranking system encourages progression."

      Capsule for Ex-Zodiac Ex-Zodiac

      "Players collect power-ups and complete levels; some critique on lack of lives and scoring system."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      1

      "Some players find the games relaxing and nostalgic, but difficulty spikes and challenge modes create tension."

      Capsule for Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 Mega Man Legacy Collection 2

      "Some find the game relaxing and nostalgic, but difficulty spikes and slippery controls cause tension."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Colorful visuals and catchy music provide sensory enjoyment, though graphics are simple."

      Capsule for Choice Chamber Choice Chamber

      "Colorful visuals and catchy music provide sensory enjoyment, though graphics are simple."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -5

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on individual play."

      Capsule for Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on individual play."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      2

      "Narrative is simple and minimal but present, with some lore and story progression."

      Capsule for Minishoot' Adventures Minishoot' Adventures

      "Basic narrative similar to classic platformers; story is minimal but present."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      2

      "Requires some planning and problem solving in level navigation and boss fights, but mostly straightforward platforming."

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      "Requires some planning and problem solving in platforming and level navigation."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      1

      "Some moments of tension in platforming challenges, but overall a controlled and calm experience."

      Capsule for Hypogea Hypogea

      "Some challenge and tension from platforming difficulty, but overall controlled experience."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      5

      "Free to play with open source assets; players perceive high value for time and money."

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      "Free and open source; players perceive high value for time invested."

    • Violence

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      2

      "Includes combat and destruction elements typical of run-and-gun platformers."

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      "Includes combat with enemies and destruction of obstacles, typical of platformers."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      1

      "Player must avoid death and overcome threats, but frequent checkpoints reduce survival tension."

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      "Players avoid death and manage checkpoints; survival elements are mild and typical."

    Analysis

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

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    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
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    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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