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Perils of Man

PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS • 2015

Should you play it?

When Ana receives an unexpected gift from her missing father, she is catapulted headlong into a mystery that will take her on a journey through time. At last she must decide if a perfectly predictable world is a curse on humanity or a triumph for mankind.

What works

  • Engaging story with time travel theme
  • Stylized and charming art style
  • Logical and accessible puzzles
  • Strong voice acting
  • Immersive atmosphere

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length
  • Some technical bugs and glitches
  • Limited character development for secondary characters
  • Lack of replay value
  • Pixel hunting due to small hotspots

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Perils of Man: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Continuation, Intimacy, Expression.

Last update: 23/08/2026