Daddy

About

"Daddy" is a survival horror game where you must find and rescue your father who has been kidnapped by an unknown man. Search for clues, solve puzzles, and avoid being caught by the person who thinks you're the daddy. Explore the big house, hide in cabinets, chests, and barrels, and find a gun for protection. The goal is to escape the house with your father before it's too late.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features a heartwarming and engaging storyline with well-developed characters that players can connect with.
Gameplay mechanics are smooth and intuitive, providing a variety of activities that keep the experience fresh and entertaining.
The visuals are charming and vibrant, complemented by a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

The game is extremely short, taking around 20-30 minutes to complete, which many players feel is not worth the price.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including issues with character movement and interaction with objects.
The game lacks depth in gameplay mechanics and story, often feeling like a poorly executed ripoff of other titles.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its smooth mechanics, engaging activities, and emotional depth, while others criticize it for poor execution, inconsistent mechanics, and technical issues. While some find the experience fun and immersive, others report significant flaws that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay elicits a polarized response, highlighting both its potential and shortcomings.
- “The game effortlessly combines humor, emotion, and engaging gameplay to create an unforgettable experience.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to get lost in the world of 'Daddy.' The variety of activities and mini-games keeps things fresh and exciting, ensuring that there’s never a dull moment.”
- “This game is a lot of things; on one hand, you have a beautifully crafted experience with a rich story and compelling characters, and on the other hand, you have smooth gameplay and outstanding graphics.”
- “Enjoy constantly questioning your sanity as you slowly descend into mental illness due to exposure to goofy incomprehensible gameplay.”
- “The game runs so bad, the mechanics are poorly made.”
- “The items work only half of the time and the AI mechanics of the fake daddy are horrendous.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant art style and high-quality visuals, while others criticize the performance issues and low-quality assets. Despite some players enjoying the aesthetic appeal, many report frequent graphical glitches and ineffective graphics options, leading to an overall divided opinion on the visual experience.
- “The art style is charming and vibrant, perfectly complementing the game’s overall tone.”
- “When I tell you the graphic quality was 10/10.”
- “This game is a lot of things; on one hand, you have a beautifully crafted experience with a rich story and compelling characters, and on the other hand, you have smooth gameplay and outstanding graphics.”
- “Graphics options are useless; they do not help with performance and may revert on you later.”
- “The game uses Unity asset flips and looks very bad; the graphics are low poly.”
- “The only good thing about this game is the graphics, and that's still bad!”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The game's story is praised for its beautifully crafted world and compelling narrative, exploring themes of family, love, and personal growth, making it a standout example of storytelling in video games. However, some players feel the story lacks depth and clarity, suggesting that more content could enhance the experience. Overall, while many appreciate the rich lore and character development, there are mixed opinions regarding its execution and impact.
- “From the moment I started playing, I was drawn into its beautifully crafted world and compelling storyline.”
- “The storyline and characters: the narrative is both heartwarming and thought-provoking, exploring themes of family, love, and personal growth.”
- “The story is a captivating adventure with themes of overcoming great struggles and becoming a stronger person.”
- “Has a terrible story, has terrible gameplay and half the time the game doesn't work.”
- “I hope more of a story is added to bring it to life a bit more.”
- “The story: this game has a very deep narrative, with lore that you can only understand if you pay attention to the game.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised as a heartwarming masterpiece that delves into themes of family, love, and personal growth, featuring witty dialogue and touching character interactions that evoke a range of emotions. Players appreciate the blend of engaging puzzles, heartfelt conversations, and a delightful soundtrack that enhances the emotional journey, making it a memorable experience that lingers after completion.
- “The narrative is both heartwarming and thought-provoking, exploring themes of family, love, and personal growth.”
- “The interactions between characters are filled with witty dialogue and touching moments that will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.”
- “"Daddy" is more than just a game; it’s an emotional journey that will stay with you long after you’ve finished playing.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its effective blend of humor and engaging gameplay, featuring amusing moments like a character's clumsy dancing and mishaps. While players find the humor to be entertaining and goofy, they also note that the game's short length and occasional bugs detract from the overall experience.
- “The game effortlessly combines humor, emotion, and engaging gameplay to create an unforgettable experience.”
- “There were funny parts like daddy dancing to some goofy music and him tripping on a random wire and getting knocked out from the fall.”
- “It is a very easy and short game, which is a shame, because the game was very funny to play.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized due to frequent glitches, including problematic movement mechanics and hitbox issues that disrupt gameplay. Players report frustrating respawn scenarios and visual bugs, although some glitches are deemed humorous rather than game-breaking. Overall, the experience is marred by instability, affecting immersion and flow.
- “The movement is terrible, the game glitches constantly, and the fake dad can sit in one spot forever, stopping the game flow.”
- “If he catches you while everything around you except your hands and body turns black and white and buggy, you will respawn blind, which will force you to restart and lose all your progress.”
- “If he sees you and you run one floor beneath or over him, he catches you through the floor due to a buggy hitbox.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The music in the game features a delightful blend of catchy tunes and emotional melodies that enrich the overall experience, with standout moments including humorous tracks that accompany funny scenes. Additionally, certain character themes create a sense of tension and excitement, enhancing the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is equally delightful, with a mix of catchy tunes and emotional melodies that enhance the overall experience.”
- “He has an iconic design, and always had me trembling when his music started playing.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio quality is poor, which detracts from the overall experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight the impressive attention to detail in character designs and environments, suggesting that this contributes significantly to the overall character development within the game.
- “The attention to detail in the character designs and environments is truly impressive.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “I love how the choices I make influence the characters' growth and relationships throughout the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the graphics options for the game are ineffective in improving performance and can unexpectedly reset, leading to frustration.
- “The graphics options are useless; they do not help with performance and may revert on you later.”
- “The game runs poorly even on high-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruin the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the game lacks significant replayability, with many users suggesting it does not offer enough engaging content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “Don't expect any award-winning game that has any replay value.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel like a chore rather than a choice.”