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Raisond'etre is a single player action game with horror and violence themes. It was developed by C3 Games and was released on April 26, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Will you be able to uncover your raison d'être and solve the mysteries that await in this suspenseful thriller? In this 2D adventure title, players can explore as they please, examine objects, solve a series of riddles, and complete a variety of minigames.

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews
story5 positive mentions

  • Engaging and original story with memorable characters and impactful plot twists that keep players hooked.
  • Unique and enjoyable gameplay mechanics such as the FOCUS mechanic, combined with beautiful art, calming music, and an eerie atmosphere.
  • High quality overall production including excellent visuals, audio, and top-tier English translation, delivering great value with a lot of content.
  • Some aspects of the story are confusing or underexplained, especially certain character backstories and motivations.
  • Gameplay pacing slows down in the second half, and some players desire more varied gameplay elements like puzzles or investigative mechanics.
  • Certain characters' fates or routes feel incomplete or unsatisfying, leading to a wish for alternative endings or additional content.
  • story

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    42% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The story is highly praised for its originality, engaging plot twists, and well-developed, relatable characters, keeping players hooked throughout. While gameplay pacing slows in the second half, the compelling narrative and emotional depth motivate players to continue. Some players wish for more backstory details and expanded gameplay, but overall, the story is considered a standout feature.

    • “I was so hooked on the story that I didn't want to quit playing - this is most definitely worth the price and I highly suggest adding this to your library.”
    • “Great art, great music, and great story with amazing characters who are always searching for their own 'raison d'être.' My favorite one is Fal, and I feel related to him a lot. I love how he loves his sister and would do anything for her. Thanks God; I won't say I'm really crying when seeing him have moved on and have a new family.”
    • “A really unique game with interesting mechanics, memorable characters, and a story that unfolds at a very nice pace!”
    • “Noir is also my favorite, but sadly, although I played the entire game, I still don't know much about her backstory, especially the reason why she has many scars on her body.”
    • “If fleshed out with more gameplay mechanics and a broader story, this could be the next Ib or Mad Father!”
    • “I got it on sale and experienced so much content, yet I haven't even touched the extra story after 8-10 hours of playing.”
  • gameplay

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    56% positive mentions, 11% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its unique and engaging focus mechanic, blending nostalgic horror RPG elements with fresh interactions. While the pacing slows in the latter half, the compelling story keeps players invested. Some users feel the game could benefit from additional gameplay elements like more puzzles and exploration to enhance the experience further.

    • “It has unique mechanics that I haven't seen in other games of this genre, but still gives you the nostalgia you love if you enjoy horror RPGs.”
    • “The game is very interactive and the focus mechanic was really fun and the vibes were just hitting!”
    • “The gameplay kinda slowed down for the second part of the game but the story kept me wanting to push through to see it to the end.”
    • “And I wish the developer would market it more, because though there could have been more gameplay wise (more puzzles, more snooping, the focus mechanic was amazing), the story was really good!”
    • “If fleshed out with more gameplay mechanics and a broader story, dang... the next Ib or Mad Father could be right here!!”
  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are praised for their high quality and stunning visuals, complementing the eerie aesthetic and RPG Maker style. Users find the overall production visually appealing and fitting for the game's mood.

    • “Super high quality with amazing visuals, audio, and overall production (and has a beautiful ending song!).”
    • “If you're into this aesthetic and eerie vibe (plus the RPG Maker look), I totally recommend!”
  • music

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's music is praised for being calming and enhancing the overall experience, complementing its great art, story, and deeply relatable characters.

    • “Great art, great music, and great story with amazing characters who are always searching for their own 'raison d'être.' My favorite one is Fal, and I feel related to him a lot. I love how he loves his sister and would do anything for her. [Spoiler] Thank God I won't say I'm really crying when seeing him have moved on and have a new family.”
    • “Plus includes amazing and very calming music throughout the entire game.”
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Raisond'etre is a action game with horror and violence themes. Common tags for Raisond'etre include gothic, indie, 2d, exploration, story rich and others.

Raisond'etre is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Raisond'etre.

Raisond'etre was released on April 26, 2022.

Raisond'etre was developed by C3 Games.

Raisond'etre has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Raisond'etre for its story.

Raisond'etre is a single player game.

Similar games include Mad Father, Saihate Station, Tales of the Black Forest, Gone Home, The Hex and others.