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Returnal

PS5steam

Housemarque

Genre: ローグライクシューター

Game Overview

Returnal traps a space scout in a time loop on an alien planet, with roguelike structure and third-person shooter mechanics. The story surfaces through environmental objects between runs. GPA scores it at the top for Roguelike and near the top for Difficulty — the Action score is high enough that aim skill matters alongside the build decisions.

Game Characteristics

Roguelike

90%

High Difficulty

90%

Action

85%

Graphics

85%

Existential Themes

80%

Dystopian Setting

80%

Dark

75%

Emotional Story

70%

Story Depth

65%

Target Audience

Recommended for: Intermediates to Advanceds (scores ≥ 50 indicate a good fit)

Beginner

Intermediate

50 ✓

Advanced

90 ✓

Keywords

タイムループSF世界観謎解き難解なストーリーhigh difficulty

Gameplay Profile Chart

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Roguelike

90%

High Difficulty

90%

Action

85%

Graphics

85%

Existential Themes

80%

Dystopian Setting

80%

Dark

75%

Emotional Story

70%

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About "Returnal"

Game Composition (GPA Analysis)

リターナル（Returnal） leads with its ローグライクシューター identity, anchored by the core feel of "Returnal traps a space scout in a time loop on an alien planet, with roguelike structure and third-person shooter mech…." The headline profile reads Roguelike 90% / High Difficulty 90% / Action 85%, making it a strong pick for fans of Roguelike and High Difficulty. Oriented toward experienced players looking to push their limits.

Characteristics & Analysis

Our editorial team scored "リターナル（Returnal）" by using its feel of タイムループ, SF世界観, and 謎解き as the primary lens, weighting Roguelike and High Difficulty most heavily. Top similar titles include "Lies of P（ライズオブピー）", "SIFU（シフー）", "Phantom Blade Zero".