Info about Rain World:

Official game description:
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*   Uncover the most popular mods from the thriving modding community with Steam Workshop Support.  
*   Toggle new features and comprehensive customization options in Remix to suit your individual needs.  
*   Learn new tips and tricks with updated tutorial messages to help players understand Rain World's intricate ecosystem.  
*   Control your unique campaign with accessibility, speedrun, and difficulty options sculpted to your particular taste and style.
    Features
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*   Explore a vast world of over 1600 rooms, spanning 12 diverse regions filled with ancient secrets and undiscovered dangers.  
*   Intense, primal predator encounters will challenge your reflexes. Limited resources and the constant, impending threat of rain will test your nerve.  
*   Procedural design and individualistic AI— every playthrough is a unique challenge!  
*   Play as The Monk and The Hunter! 2 playable characters corresponding to easier and more aggressive playstyles.  
*   Multiplayer Arena for up to 4 players, featuring Competitive and Sandbox modes.  
*   Bestiary featuring dangerous predators and delicious prey
    More from Rain World
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    About the Game
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    You are a slugcat. The world around you is full of danger, and you must face it – alone. Separated from your family in a devastating flood, you will need to find food and shelter between terrifying torrential downpours which threaten to drown all life. Climb through the ruins of an ancient civilization, evade the jaws of vicious predators, and discover new lands teeming with strange creatures and buried mysteries. Find your family before something makes a meal of you!
    Inspired by the simplicity and aesthetics of 16-bit classics, this survival platformer requires clever decision-making, both to catch your own prey and to avoid the jaws of hungry predators. Each ravenous foe in your path will be cunning, vicious and always on the hunt – eager to sink their teeth into you, or even each other. As a small, soft slugcat you must rely on stealth and wit rather than force: learn the ecosystem and turn their strengths to your advantage. Maybe then you can survive… Rain World!

Release date: Mar 28, 2017

Categories: Survival, Exploration, Platformer, Stealth Gameplay, Procedural Generation, Non-linear Progression, Atmospheric Horror, Cooperative Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 20; verdict: Positive Reception with Minor Concerns; summary: The analysis of user reviews indicates a generally positive reception of the game's DLCs, particularly the Downpour DLC, which is seen as adding significant value and content. Users express high satisfaction with the additional content provided by the DLCs, although there are some concerns about the pricing and the necessity of purchasing DLCs to address certain gameplay issues or enhancements. Overall, the sentiment is largely positive, with users recommending the purchase of DLCs for a more complete and enjoyable experience.
- Wiki: score 50; verdict: Needs Improvement; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant issues with the game's lack of in-game guidance, complex mechanics, and steep learning curve. Players frequently resort to external resources like wikis and guides to understand the game's mechanics, story, and objectives. The game's complexity and lack of handholding contribute to a challenging experience that may deter new players.
- Steam Deck: score 50; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The game has several technical barriers that affect the user experience, particularly related to controls, mod compatibility, and compatibility with the Steam Deck and Linux. While some users find the controls to be good and realistic, others struggle with their initial complexity and imprecision. Mod compatibility issues, especially on the Steam Deck, can lead to crashes and difficulties in loading content. The game's compatibility with the Steam Deck and Linux is mixed, with some users reporting smooth performance while others encounter significant issues.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $10.00 - $20.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence shows a mix of opinions on the game's value. Some users found the game worth the price due to its unique experience and replayability, while others suggested it might be better to purchase it on sale. The general sentiment leans towards the game being worth it, especially when bought at a discounted price. The negative reviews often mention the game's difficulty and frustration but still acknowledge its value at a lower price point.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 200.0h
  - Story completion: 50.0h
  - Session length: 2.0h
  - Endgame: 100.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides multiple instances of players reporting their playtime hours. One player mentions having more than 200 hours on the game, indicating a high level of engagement and suggesting that the game offers substantial content to explore. Another player reports spending hundreds of hours across different platforms, which further supports the idea that the game can be very time-consuming. A third player mentions having 28 hours on record but anticipates a significant increase in playtime as they continue to play and replay campaigns, indicating that the game has high replay value. Finally, a player who bought all the DLCs and is aiming for all achievements suggests that the game has a lot of content and challenges to keep players engaged for a long time.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game has a steep learning curve and initial frustration, but once players overcome these challenges, they find the experience highly rewarding and addictive.
  - Stance: Clicks after
  - Anchor: Mastery of the game's initial challenges
  - Time to anchor: 2h 0m
  - Friction: Steep learning curve; Initial frustration and difficulty; Lack of clear progression and story; Repetitive mechanics; Slow movement speed; Lack of intrinsic benefit of exploration
  - Unlock drivers: Mastery of game mechanics; Understanding the game world; Overcoming initial challenges; Playing with friends
  - Conditions: Patience and perseverance; Playing with the Downpour DLC; Cooperative multiplayer; Appreciation for challenging gameplay; Enjoyment of exploration and discovery
- Player Archetypes:
  - Hardcore Challenge Seeker (sale)
    - Motivation: Overcoming difficult challenges and mastering the game's mechanics.
    - Playstyle: Persistent and determined, willing to use guides and tools to overcome the game's difficulties.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: veteran; hardcore gamer
    - Reference games: Dark Souls; Hollow Knight
  - Exploration Enthusiast (sale)
    - Motivation: Exploring the game's world and uncovering its secrets.
    - Playstyle: Methodical and curious, using maps and guides to aid exploration.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: explorer; completionist
    - Reference games: Metroid; Hollow Knight
  - Atmosphere Appreciator (buy)
    - Motivation: Experiencing the game's unique atmosphere and artistic design.
    - Playstyle: Immersive and reflective, focusing on the game's aesthetic and emotional impact.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: art lover; atmosphere enthusiast
    - Reference games: Limbo; Inside
  - Social Gamer (buy)
    - Motivation: Playing with friends and enjoying the game's social aspects.
    - Playstyle: Cooperative and social, focusing on multiplayer and shared experiences.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: multiplayer enthusiast; co-op player
    - Reference games: Overcooked; It Takes Two


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Unique creature behaviors (weight 0.2): The game features creatures with unique behaviors and interactions. The creature AI is complex and realistic, adding depth to the ecosystem.
- Enjoyable experience (weight 0.18): Players find the game enjoyable and fun, with an enjoyable challenge. The game is enjoyable both solo and with friends, offering a fun gameplay experience.
- Well-designed ecosystem (weight 0.17): The game features a unique and beautiful ecosystem with well-designed creature relationships. The ecosystem feels alive and dynamic, contributing to the overall experience.
- Engaging narrative and mechanics (weight 0.16): The game features an engaging story and lore, along with compelling gameplay mechanics. The narrative is immersive and keeps players invested for extensive playtime.
- Beautiful visuals and scenery (weight 0.16): The game is praised for its beautiful graphics, scenery, and landscapes. The visual style and environments are breathtaking and varied, contributing to an aesthetically pleasing experience.
- Immersive world-building (weight 0.16): The game offers a deep and immersive world with beautiful and non-repetitive design. The world-building is intricate and engaging, providing an unforgettable experience.
- Encourages exploration (weight 0.13): The game emphasizes exploration and discovery, rewarding players for their curiosity. The sense of wonder and exploration is a key aspect of the gameplay.
- Great soundtrack (weight 0.09): The game features a great soundtrack that complements the visuals and gameplay. The music is perfect and amazing, adding to the overall enjoyment.
- Challenging but fair (weight 0.09): The game offers a unique and challenging experience with unpredictable gameplay. The difficulty is challenging but fair, providing a rewarding experience.
- Worthwhile DLCs (weight 0.08): The game's DLCs are recommended as they significantly improve the game with new content. The DLCs provide varied experiences and additional content, expanding the base game.
- One of the best games (weight 0.08): Players consider this game to be one of the best they have ever played. It is incredibly good and has become a favorite for many.

Common complaints:
- Frustrating gameplay mechanics (weight 0.44): Players often find the gameplay mechanics to be frustrating and repetitive. The game's design can lead to frequent deaths and a sense of unfairness, contributing to player frustration.
- High difficulty and steep learning curve (weight 0.33): The game is frequently described as very difficult and challenging, with a steep learning curve that can be frustrating for players. Many players find the game's high difficulty and unforgiving nature to be a significant barrier.
- Lack of clear guidance and direction (weight 0.23): The game is criticized for its lack of clear instructions and guidance, leaving players feeling lost and confused. This lack of direction can make it difficult for players to understand their goals and progress.
- Poor level and game design (weight 0.16): The game's level design and overall game design are criticized for being confusing, poorly designed, and sometimes unfair. This can lead to a frustrating and unsatisfying gameplay experience.
- Clunky and difficult controls (weight 0.14): The controls in the game are often described as clunky, slippery, and difficult to master. This can make the game feel uncomfortable and frustrating to play, especially initially.
- Game requires patience and perseverance (weight 0.06): The game is noted for requiring a lot of patience and perseverance, and it may not be suitable for players looking for immediate gratification. The game's difficulty and themes may not appeal to everyone.
- Presence of bugs and glitches (weight 0.06): Players have reported encountering bugs and glitches in the game, which can be annoying and disruptive to the gameplay experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Complex ecosystem interactions (weight 0.25): The game features a dynamic and complex ecosystem with various creature interactions and AI behaviors. Players are part of this ecosystem and must understand food chain dynamics and predator behavior.
- Survival-focused gameplay (weight 0.17): The game includes survival elements where players must navigate nature, avoid predators, and find safe places to sleep. It involves a cycle of trial and error and learning through death.
- Exploration-based gameplay (weight 0.17): The game emphasizes exploration and discovery, encouraging players to understand the world independently. It involves adventure, survival mechanics, and knowledge-based progression.
- Immersive and atmospheric gameplay (weight 0.15): The game offers an immersive experience with intense gameplay mechanics and a unique atmosphere. It includes atmospheric storytelling and emotional narratives.
- Unique art and world design (weight 0.14): The game features a unique art direction, world design, and creatures. The environments and lore are deeply integrated into the gameplay.
- Deep and engaging story (weight 0.11): The game has a deep and philosophical story with engaging lore. The narrative is cryptic and deeply integrated into the gameplay.
- Physics-based movement and platforming (weight 0.06): The game features physics-based movement and platforming mechanics. Players can perform various actions such as jumping, sliding, rolling, and throwing spears.
- Non-linear progression system (weight 0.05): The game has a non-linear progression system that can be cycle-based. Players may experience repeated deaths and starting over as part of the learning process.
- Expansive DLC content (weight 0.05): The game offers significant DLC content that adds different experiences and additional content. These expansions provide new challenges and gameplay mechanics.

Performance notes:
- Runs well on low-end systems (weight 0.07): The game is reported to run smoothly on low-end PCs, including systems with minimal specifications, often referred to as 'potato' PCs.
- Presence of bugs and issues (weight 0.06): Players have encountered various bugs and issues that can be annoying and affect gameplay. These issues are expected to be addressed in future patches.
- Need for camera mods (weight 0.04): Players feel the need to use mods such as SBCameraScroll and Sharpener to improve camera movement and window resizing, indicating potential issues with the default camera settings.
- Multiplayer stability concerns (weight 0.02): There are reports of stability issues in the multiplayer mode, which could affect the overall gaming experience.
- Permadeath mechanics feedback (weight 0.02): There are mentions of permadeath mechanics, which could be a significant aspect of the game that players are discussing.

Recommendations:
- Highly recommended challenging game (weight 0.36): The game is frequently recommended for players who enjoy challenging and immersive experiences. It is praised for its depth and unique qualities, despite its steep learning curve and initial difficulties.
- Downpour DLC recommended (weight 0.16): Many reviewers suggest getting the Downpour DLC for additional content and enhanced gameplay. It is often recommended over the Watcher DLC and is considered worth the price for more co-op and single-player experiences.
- Persist despite initial difficulties (weight 0.09): Reviewers advise sticking with the game despite early challenges. The initial difficulty is noted, but many find the struggle worth it in the end.
- Play with friends or guidance (weight 0.09): Playing with friends or having guidance from someone who has played before can enhance the experience. It is also suggested to use guides or spoiler-free resources if needed.
- Use mods for quality of life (weight 0.08): Using mods can improve the movement system and overall gameplay experience. Specific mods and accessibility settings are recommended to tailor the game to individual preferences.
- Start with specific campaigns or characters (weight 0.07): For the first playthrough, it is recommended to start with the Survivor campaign or specific characters like Monk or Survivor for an easier learning experience.
- Avoid spoilers for best experience (weight 0.06): To fully enjoy the plot and unique experience, it is recommended to avoid spoilers. Playing blind and discovering the world by yourself enhances the overall experience.
- Unique and niche appeal (weight 0.06): The game may appeal to a niche audience who can appreciate its unique qualities despite its flaws. It is recommended for those interested in its operation mechanics and unique design.
- Adjust settings and use tools (weight 0.05): Adjusting settings in the Remix tab and using developer tools or online resources like maps and guides can enhance the gameplay experience.
- Not for casual or time-limited players (weight 0.05): The game is not recommended for lovers of casual games or collectors with limited time. It is suited for those who enjoy high frustration levels and are willing to invest time and effort.
- Wait for updates or price reductions (weight 0.01): Some reviewers suggest waiting for further updates or price reductions before purchasing the DLC, indicating that the game may benefit from future improvements.

Other player notes:
- DLC available (weight 0.02): The game offers downloadable content (DLC) for additional gameplay.
- Helped with depression (weight 0.02): The game had a positive impact on the reviewer's mental health, helping them with depression.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.32): Players experience frustration primarily due to the game's high difficulty, lack of guidance, and repetitive deaths. The complex map design, poor controls, and unforgiving mechanics contribute to a steep learning curve and frequent player deaths, leading to a sense of unfairness and confusion.
- Joy (weight 0.1): Players find joy in the game's beautiful art, immersive experience, and unique environment. The engaging gameplay mechanics, challenging yet rewarding progression, and the emotional impact of the story and characters contribute to a deeply enjoyable experience.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.1): Enjoyment stems from the game's unique and immersive gameplay experience, including its challenging mechanics, beautiful visuals, and engaging story. Players also appreciate the game's complexity, customization options, and the ability to play with friends.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.09): Satisfaction comes from mastering the game's challenges, overcoming difficulties, and the sense of accomplishment from progressing through the game. The rewarding gameplay mechanics, deep lore, and the overall worth of the experience contribute to this feeling.
- Excitement (weight 0.07): Excitement is generated by the game's immersive and challenging gameplay, unique ecosystem, and beautiful environments. The engaging exploration, sense of achievement, and the game's deep and immersive world contribute to this excitement.
- Admiration (weight 0.07): Players admire the game's beautiful visual style, immersive music, and detailed world-building. The game's unique ecosystem, complex AI, and the depth of its story and lore evoke a sense of admiration.
- Love (weight 0.03): Love for the game is driven by its beautiful art and music, deep emotional impact, and unique gameplay mechanics. The game's complex ecosystem, engaging story, and the overall immersive experience foster a deep appreciation and love.
- Fascination (weight 0.03): Fascination arises from the game's complex and deep world, unique movement system, and alive-feeling creatures. The environmental storytelling, stunning visuals, and fascinating lore captivate players' interest.
- Disappointment (weight 0.02): Disappointment stems from the game not meeting expectations, frequent soft locks, and game design flaws. Bugs, shallow ecosystem, and lack of meaningful progression contribute to this feeling.
- Awe (weight 0.02): Awe is inspired by the game's complexity and depth, breathtaking environments, and unique ecosystem. The grandeur and scale of the game world, along with its immersive AI and artistic vision, evoke a sense of awe.
- Happiness (weight 0.01): Happiness comes from enjoying the game, reaching the ending, and the unique playthrough experiences. The cute slugcats and discoveries in the game contribute to this positive emotion.
- Excited (weight 0.01): Players feel excited due to the engaging story and lore, immersive gameplay, and diverse ecosystem. The well-made gameplay and the sense of exploration and learning cycle contribute to this excitement.
- Curiosity (weight 0.01): Curiosity is piqued by the game's interesting lore and world, intriguing environments, and the sense of discovery. The lack of initial explanations and the game's storytelling and exploration mechanics foster this curiosity.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.01): Nostalgia is evoked by personal connections and memories associated with the game. Playing the game with family and the long-term experiences and emotional connections contribute to this feeling.
- Anger (weight 0.01): Anger is caused by frustrating gameplay, losing progress due to poor mechanics, and specific character and area complaints. The reviewer's sense of betrayal by the developers' pricing strategy also contributes to this emotion.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm is driven by the game's unique and engaging gameplay, high recommendation from reviewers, and the detailed and immersive world. The extensive playtime and enjoyment contribute to this enthusiasm.
- Sadness (weight 0.01): Sadness is evoked by the game's emotional story, powerful storylines, and character arcs. Personal experiences, such as the loss of a loved one, and the depressing lore contribute to this emotion.
- Fear (weight 0.01): Fear is generated by the game's terrifying atmosphere, unexpected and frightening events, and horror elements. The game's atmosphere and the sense of danger contribute to this feeling.
- Challenged (weight 0.01): Players feel challenged by the game's high difficulty, unforgiving gameplay, and complex mechanics. The steep learning curve and the need to master the game's controls and challenges contribute to this feeling.
- Surprise (weight 0.01): Surprise comes from discovering unexpected interactions with creatures, the beauty of the game, and shocking endings. The game's unique and immersive world often surprises players with its depth and complexity.}