Sym (2013)

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Sym is a puzzle-platformer video game that explores social anxiety disorder. Players take on the role of Josh, a teenage boy who has created an alternate world to escape from his fears and anxieties. The game follows Josh as he navigates two contrasting worlds - one representing his perception of reality, and the other being the world he built for himself to avoid fear. Players must help Josh reconcile these two different realms by solving puzzles in order to progress through each level.

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows),Mac

Release date: 2013-10-31

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All about game Sym

Video game "Sym" Explores Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder can be a difficult subject to discuss, let alone attempt to portray in the form of entertainment. However, video game Sym is doing just that by exploring this mental health issue within its puzzle-platformer style. Players take on the role of Josh, a teenage boy who must reconcile and balance two contrasting worlds - his perception of reality and the world he created to avoid his fears.

The visuals are based off of classic 16-bit graphics which serve as both an homage to retro gaming while also adding a unique charm and atmosphere all its own. The gameplay consists of 3D platforming with puzzles scattered throughout various levels across different dimensions. Some puzzles may require you to switch between different perspectives or manipulate objects in order for them to fit together properly in order for progression through the level. As players progress through each level, they will encounter enemies that will need defeated using environmental obstacles such as spikes or pits along with special weapons found throughout each stage.

In addition Sym's story takes center stage throughout the experience as it explores themes related to social anxiety disorder including self-doubt, isolation from others, fear of judgement and vulnerability among others topics. As Josh attempts to reconcile these two conflicting worlds presented before him he begins questioning himself and comes face-to-face with his anxieties head on while trying find solace within himself at last in order for peace within his mind once again..

Overall Sym serves an important purpose by shining light onto mental health issues like social anxiety disorder while providing gamers with engaging puzzles platforming gameplay set against beautiful 16 bit inspired visuals plus a compelling narrative about one teens quest towards reconciliations inner conflicts making it well worth your time checking out!

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