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Explorer of Yggdrasil

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2021

Should you play it?

After rescuing an armless mage during a chance encounter, the explorer Mei embarks on a journey to reach the top of Yggdrasil, and to uncover the mystery of her forgotten past.

What works

  • High quality art and voice acting
  • Unique combat system with timing elements
  • Variety of weapons and costumes affecting gameplay
  • Adult content well integrated and voiced
  • Linear story with some intrigue

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length and limited content
  • Repetitive combat and grind
  • Limited enemy variety
  • Lack of controller support
  • Price considered high for content amount

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

Last update: 23/08/2026