5 sci-fi movies like Pragmata with atmospheric, psychological vibes
“Pragmata,” a sci-fi game that has been delayed multiple times over the past five years, is finally arriving. The game places players in a high-tech lunar research station where they take on the role of Hugh, a grizzled space detective. Upon arrival at the station, Hugh encounters Diana, a mysterious young android girl, and the two must work together to survive in the facility.
The setting draws parallels to the film “Event Horizon,” in which characters respond to a distress call that leads them to a derelict and dangerous spacecraft. However, “Pragmata” takes a different approach to its sci-fi narrative. Rather than incorporating cosmic horror elements like “Event Horizon,” the game opts for more grounded sci-fi storytelling combined with mystery elements.
The core conflict revolves around the lunar facility becoming unstable and being seized by rogue AI androids. Hugh and Diana must rely on each other to navigate and survive these threats. The game’s narrative and thematic approach draw inspiration from films like “Logan” and “Interstellar,” emphasizing character-driven storytelling within a sci-fi setting.
A key thematic element of “Pragmata” is the exploration of artificial intelligence and the boundaries between human and machine consciousness. This exploration occurs both through Diana’s nature as an android character and through the threat posed by the rogue AIs that have taken control of the facility.