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Sorry, James

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2017

Should you play it?

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What works

  • Engaging and challenging puzzles
  • Unique narrative delivery via chat logs
  • Immersive retro computer atmosphere
  • Affordable price
  • Thought-provoking story with meta elements

Things to keep in mind

  • Story is fragmented and ambiguous
  • Some puzzles become repetitive or frustrating
  • Lack of tutorial or guidance
  • Requires external research to fully understand
  • Visual effects can strain eyes over time

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Sorry, James: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Relaxation.

Last update: 24/08/2026