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Exploration

Discovering new areas or secrets

+4 to +5 affinity

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Exploration + Autonomy

A strong dose of exploration and autonomy in the same game.

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+5 Exploration affinity
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+4.0

Sonic Classic

2011

Strong emphasis on discovering hidden paths, secret items, and special stages within levels.
+4.0

Strands

2024

Players explore varied biomes, discover lore, and climb large enemies; world is segmented but rich in secrets.
+4.0

Super Mario

2001

The overworld map allows free movement and discovery of secrets and alternate routes.
+4.0

The Annual Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival

2020

The game encourages discovery of new areas, secrets, and seasonal additions within the festival world.
+4.0

The Freak Circus

Exploration of circus tents, backstage areas, and hidden passages is key to uncovering lore and advancing the story.
+4.0

The Longest Game Ever 2

2019

Players discover hidden secrets, subtle clues, and branching paths, rewarding curiosity and thorough investigation.
+4.0

Uncanny Cat Golf

2026

Players discover secrets, hidden items, and new areas across multiple worlds and levels with varied themes.
+4.0

Virtual Casino

1996

Virtual casino floors and themed environments encourage discovery and navigation of new spaces.

Same motivation, different experiences

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Explore different sides of exploration, grouped by what players enjoy.

Play style 01 Large open world with many locations, secrets, and side quests encourages discovery and curiosity. Play style 02 Large, maze-like levels filled with secrets and collectibles encourage discovery and curiosity-driven play. Play style 03 Strong emphasis on discovering new areas, secrets, and hidden story elements. Play style 04 Core gameplay involves discovering new areas, secrets, and story elements through exploration. Play style 05 Large, detailed maps with many locations and secrets encourage discovery and curiosity-driven play.

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A little more you

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Exploration + Autonomy A strong dose of exploration and autonomy in the same game. Exploration + Fantasy A strong dose of exploration and fantasy in the same game. Exploration + Story A strong dose of exploration and story in the same game. Less competition High exploration scores, with competition at +0 or below. Less status High exploration scores, with status at +0 or below.