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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

time loopsci-fi setting puzzle elements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 time loop, sci-fi setting, and puzzle elements 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）", "ナインソルス（Nine Sols）", "SIFU（シフー）".