Bastion

Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation Vita, iOS, PlayStation 4, Mac, Xbox 360 • 2011

2011

Quick resume

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Global score

95/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure

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Pros

Unique watercolor art style
Dynamic and engaging narration
Excellent soundtrack
Varied weapons and upgrades
Meaningful story with multiple endings

Cons

Gameplay can become repetitive
Limited character customization
No multiplayer or social features
Some find narrator voice monotonous
Short main story length

Analysis

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

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Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players freely choose weapons, combos, and upgrades each run, allowing personal control over playstyle and progression."

Until You Fall
"Players can freely choose weapons, upgrades, and difficulty idols, allowing personal control over playstyle and challenge."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

3

"Combat requires some skill in dodging and strategy, with character builds and equipment upgrades providing a sense of mastery."

Cat Quest II
"Combat requires skillful dodging, weapon mastery, and strategic use of upgrades; achievements provide challenging tests."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

2

"Includes score attack modes and leaderboards encouraging players to improve and compare performance, though main gameplay is single-player."

Vanquish
"Includes score attack mode with leaderboards for competitive play, but main game is singleplayer and story-driven."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

2

"Replayability through challenges and multiple approaches encourages repeated play, though game is relatively short."

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"Replayability through New Game+ and challenges encourages extended play, though some find gameplay repetitive over time."
Cooperation

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-5

"Singleplayer only with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay elements."

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"Singleplayer only with no multiplayer or cooperative features."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

3

"Players customize equipment and builds extensively, experimenting with different weapons and strategies."

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"Players customize weapons, upgrades, and difficulty settings, experimenting with different builds and strategies."
Domination

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-5

"No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is individual and narrative focused."

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"No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is individual and narrative focused."
Escapism

Game with the same Escapism vibe

4

"Immersive post-apocalyptic world and engaging story provide strong escape from real life."

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"Immersive story, music, and art provide strong escape from reality into a post-apocalyptic fantasy world."
Expectation

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-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure."

Monster Hunter: World
"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

3

"Encouraged to try different weapons, tactics, and routes; random traits and procedural elements promote experimentation."

Void Bastards
"Encouraged to try different weapons, upgrades, and difficulty idols; experimentation is rewarded."
Exploration

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2

"Exploration of layered levels and story through text, but environments are limited and linear."

Haimrik
"Exploration of shattered world with unfolding paths and discovery of story elements, though levels are linear."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

-2

"Limited character customization; some weapon upgrades but no avatar personalization."

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"Limited character customization; focus is on weapon and upgrade choices rather than avatar personalization."
Fantasy

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4

"Set in a post-apocalyptic world with stylized characters and fantastical elements, providing imaginative fiction experience."

Bloodsports.TV
"Set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world with imaginative narrative and stylized art."
Fellowship

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-5

"No multiplayer or social community features; experience is solitary."

Dishonored 2
"No multiplayer or social community features; experience is solitary."
Growth

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3

"Players develop combat skills, weapon mastery, and character upgrades."

Apotheon
"Players develop skill through combat mastery and upgrade weapons and abilities, showing personal progression."
Health

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-5

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

Pink Heaven
"Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
Idle

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-3

"Requires focused attention during combat and story progression; not designed for casual or background play."

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"Requires focused attention during combat and story progression; not designed for casual or background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

-5

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

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

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-5

"No leadership or group management elements; singleplayer experience."

killer7
"No leadership or group management roles; singleplayer experience focused on individual play."
Progression

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4

"Strong emphasis on accumulating experience, upgrading stats, and unlocking abilities."

Super Chibi Knight
"Strong emphasis on accumulating experience, upgrading weapons, unlocking abilities, and improving the Bastion."
Relaxation

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3

"Atmospheric music and art create a relaxing experience, though some tension exists in combat."

Judero
"Atmospheric music and art create a relaxing mood, though combat can be challenging and tense."
Sensation

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3

"Enjoyable visual style and dynamic soundtrack provide pleasant sensory stimulation."

A Short Hike
"Enjoyable visual style, dynamic narration, and evocative soundtrack provide rich sensory stimulation."
Status

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-4

"Achievements and leaderboards exist but social recognition is limited; focus is on personal accomplishment."

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"Achievements and leaderboards exist but social recognition is limited; focus is on personal accomplishment."
Story

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5

"Narrative immersion is a core aspect, with multiple endings and engaging plot."

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Strategy

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3

"Combat and upgrade choices require tactical thinking and planning, though some find mechanics straightforward."

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"Combat and upgrade choices require tactical thinking and adapting to enemy weaknesses and difficulty modifiers."
Thrill

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2

"Combat and exploration provide moments of tension and excitement, though overall pacing is moderate."

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"Combat and survival elements provide moments of tension and excitement, though overall pacing is moderate."
Value

Game with the same Value vibe

4

"Highly praised for content, replayability, and quality relative to price; considered a great value."

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Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

3

"Combat involves defeating enemies with weapons and skills; violence is stylized and part of gameplay."

ATLYSS
"Combat involves defeating enemies with various weapons; violence is stylized and integral to gameplay."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

2

"Players manage health and resources to survive combat challenges; some difficulty modes increase threat."

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"Players manage health and resources to survive combat encounters; difficulty can be adjusted for challenge."

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