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The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe

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

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Quick resume

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.

Global score

94/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulator

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    Pros

    • Unique and clever narrative
    • Multiple endings and replayability
    • Humorous and thought-provoking writing
    • High-quality narration and voice acting
    • Extensive new content beyond original

    Cons

    • Some find new content limited or repetitive
    • Achievements can be tedious or require long time
    • Game can feel slow or lacking in traditional gameplay
    • Narrator's style not to all tastes
    • Price may be high for returning players

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      5

      "Players have high freedom to choose story paths, actions, and playstyle; multiple endings and open-ended gameplay emphasize personal control."

      Capsule for Way of the Samurai 3 Way of the Samurai 3

      "The game strongly emphasizes player choice and freedom to explore multiple paths and endings, with the narrator reacting dynamically to player decisions."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      2

      "The game involves navigating complex narrative branches and puzzle-like elements, demanding attention and logical thinking, though not traditional skill challenges."

      Capsule for YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story

      "While the game is not skill-intensive, it involves navigating complex narrative branches and discovering endings, providing a moderate challenge in exploration and understanding."

    • Competition

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      -5

      "The game focuses entirely on personal story progression and exploration without any competitive elements."

      Capsule for Dreamfall: The Longest Journey Dreamfall: The Longest Journey

      "The game focuses entirely on personal experience and exploration without any competitive elements or comparison to others."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      4

      "Players engage in multiple playthroughs to unlock all endings and achievements, showing strong attachment and habitual play."

      Capsule for Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

      "Players engage in multiple playthroughs to discover all endings and achievements, with some even committing to long-term achievement goals."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -5

      "The experience is solitary and introspective, with no multiplayer or cooperative features."

      Capsule for The Testing Chamber The Testing Chamber

      "The experience is solitary, with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay elements."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      4

      "The game encourages creative thinking with unusual puzzles, multiple character interactions, and humorous, imaginative scenarios."

      Capsule for Goodbye Deponia Goodbye Deponia

      "The game encourages creative exploration of narrative paths and player-driven discovery, including interacting with unique elements like the bucket."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No elements of exerting control over others; interactions are narrative-driven and personal."

      Capsule for Downfall Downfall

      "There is no element of exerting control over others; interactions are individual and narrative-driven."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a humorous and intriguing escape from reality, enjoying its meta-narrative and immersive storytelling."

      Capsule for Title_Pending Title_Pending

      "Players use the game as a unique, immersive experience to escape reality and engage with its meta-narrative and humor."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily driven by intrinsic interest and curiosity rather than obligation."

      Capsule for Summer Memories Summer Memories

      "Players engage voluntarily driven by curiosity and intrinsic interest rather than obligation; some achievements require long-term commitment but are optional."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      5

      "The game encourages trying different choices and exploring many story branches."

      Capsule for Choice of Robots Choice of Robots

      "The game rewards trying different choices, exploring new paths, and testing narrative boundaries extensively."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      5

      "Strong emphasis on discovering new areas, secrets, and piecing together narrative through exploration."

      Capsule for Psycho Patrol R Psycho Patrol R

      "Exploration of new areas, secrets, and endings is a core part of the experience, with many surprises off the beaten path."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Players express themselves by choosing and combining characters, though customization is limited."

      Capsule for Wattam Wattam

      "Players express themselves through choice of paths and interactions, though there is limited character customization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      4

      "The game features surreal, imaginative scenarios and meta-fictional elements beyond realistic experiences."

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      "The game presents a surreal, absurd, and imaginative narrative world with meta-fictional elements."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -4

      "The game is primarily a solo experience with minimal social interaction or community involvement."

      Capsule for Last Command Last Command

      "The game is primarily a solo experience with minimal social interaction or community involvement."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players learn story details, puzzle solutions, and develop understanding of the narrative and environment."

      Capsule for ASYLUM ASYLUM

      "Players learn about the narrative structure, uncover hidden content, and develop understanding through repeated play."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "The game involves sedentary play with no physical activity or health-related features."

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      "The game involves sedentary play with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention due to challenging gameplay and story progression."

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      "The game requires focused attention to progress through narrative branches and discover endings."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -5

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

      Capsule for Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition

      "There is no formation of close relationships or emotional social interactions within the game."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or group management roles; the experience is individual and narrative-focused."

      Capsule for Without Within 2 Without Within 2

      "No leadership or group management roles exist; the experience is individual and narrative-focused."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Progression is narrative and symbolic through item collection and story revelations rather than power gain."

      Capsule for The Path The Path

      "Progression is narrative-based through unlocking endings and achievements rather than item or power accumulation."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      3

      "Game offers a balance of tension and humor with a laid-back pace suitable for casual play."

      Capsule for Dyscourse Dyscourse

      "The game balances humor and thoughtful narrative with a generally relaxed pace, though some achievements can be demanding."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "The game provides pleasant visual and auditory feedback but is not focused on intense sensory stimulation."

      Capsule for The Farmer Was Replaced The Farmer Was Replaced

      "The game offers pleasing audio-visual presentation and engaging narration but is not focused on intense sensory stimulation."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "Achievements exist but social recognition or popularity is not a major motivator; focus is on personal accomplishment."

      Capsule for Unity of Command II Unity of Command II

      "Achievements exist but social recognition or status is not a primary motivator; the experience is personal."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      5

      "Narrative immersion is central, with multiple endings, lore, character development, and meta-story elements."

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    • Strategy

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      3

      "Players use reasoning to unlock endings and navigate branching story paths."

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      "Players use reasoning and planning to explore different narrative branches and unlock endings."

    • Thrill

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      1

      "Some suspenseful moments exist but overall the game maintains a controlled and steady emotional tone."

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      "The game has moments of surprise and humor but generally maintains a controlled and calm experience."

    • Value

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      3

      "Players perceive good value from engaging story and replayability."

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      "Players perceive good value through extensive content, replayability, and unique narrative experience."

    • Violence

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      "No emphasis on combat or destruction; gameplay focuses on exploration and narrative."

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    • Survival

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      "No survival mechanics or threats; the environment is safe and stable."

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    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 Expression, Continuation, Experimenting.

    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