Dadish

About

"Dadish" is a challenging retro-style platformer where you play as a radish dad on a mission to find his missing children. Explore 40 levels filled with fast-food enemies and bosses, collect stars, and reunite Dadish with his sassy baby radishes. With controller support, catchy music, and unlockable secrets, this game offers a fun and engaging experience.

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Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 310 reviews

humor62 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Dadish is a charming and cute platformer with engaging dialogue and a fun premise about a radish dad rescuing his kids.
The game features well-designed levels that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without feeling unfair.
It has a delightful aesthetic, catchy music, and a humorous tone that resonates well with players, making it a highly replayable experience.

The controls can be clunky, particularly with the jump button placement and lack of remapping options, which can frustrate players.
Some levels, especially those involving mushrooms, can feel chaotic and lead to random difficulty spikes that disrupt the flow of gameplay.
The game is relatively short, and while it offers fun, some players feel it lacks depth and variety in level design and boss encounters.

humor
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this platformer is widely praised for its clever dialogue, whimsical characters, and a blend of puns and dry wit that resonates with players. Many reviewers highlight the endearing interactions between the main character, a radish dad, and his mischievous children, which add charm and laughter to the gameplay experience. Overall, the game's lighthearted and silly tone, combined with its cute graphics, makes it a delightful and entertaining experience for players.
- “Simple but elegant with hilarious dialogue and whimsical characters.”
- “Each interaction with Dadish and either his kids, bosses, or a screechy friend are just hilarious, my kind of humor all the way.”
- “The humor is on point for me, a solid blend of puns and dry humor that slaps you in the face with some straightforward delivery on the part of your radish children.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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8%
The graphics of Dadish are consistently praised for their cute and simplistic aesthetic, which complements the game's charming narrative and humor. Reviewers highlight the retro-inspired visuals and character design as both engaging and rewarding, enhancing the overall platforming experience. While the art style may initially seem childlike, it effectively supports the game's challenging gameplay and adds to its appeal.
- “It's got really nice graphics, fun humor and fourth-wall breaks, and a good storyline.”
- “The graphic design is great!”
- “Visuals are retro and gorgeous, character design and level design are spot-on.”
- “The graphics are pretty standard and average for a platformer, leaning heavily on a cutesy aesthetic.”
- “While the game has a charming and colorful aesthetic, it may not appeal to those looking for more serious or sophisticated graphics.”
- “Despite the cute and simplistic graphics, the game requires precise platforming, which can be at odds with its casual appearance.”
music
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
22%
9%
The music in the game is generally praised for its catchy and charming qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the outstanding soundtrack and its nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games. However, some players noted that the music can become repetitive, especially during prolonged gameplay, and the lack of a volume slider was a drawback for some. Overall, while the music enhances the game's appeal, it may not be memorable enough for players to seek out outside of the game itself.
- “This game has an outstanding soundtrack, clever dialogue, and incredible level design.”
- “Music - 10/10, my favorite music was definitely the one at the snow levels.”
- “Great level design that offers a good challenge without making it too hard, cute art style and soundtrack, and fun dialogue!”
- “On the negative side, the music can get repetitive if you're stuck on a level, and the lack of a volume slider for things led to me turning it off for the majority of my playtime.”
- “The music loops are a bit short and get old pretty fast but are generally decent.”
- “The game was so much louder than what I was watching in the background that I just turned off the music.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a laid-back, fun experience with a quirky cast and varied levels, reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Mario World and Sonic the Hedgehog. While the mechanics are generally easy to understand and enjoyable, some players found certain elements, such as the giant mushroom super jump, frustratingly precise and challenging, particularly for casual gamers. Overall, the game successfully combines nostalgic visuals and sound with engaging mechanics, though it occasionally leans too heavily on jumping precision.
- “The game markets itself as a laid-back experience and delivers easily on that expectation with its wacky cast, low-stakes tone, and mechanically varied levels.”
- “Fun levels, good mechanics, and quirky dialogue make it incredibly fun to play and led to me finishing in just a few sessions.”
- “However, even in spite of those small things, I think the game shows a lot of passion and a solid sense for what makes a platform puzzler exciting, which is clear direction, interesting and fresh mechanics, and a clear love of the genre.”
- “At the same time, the gameplay also reminds me of flash games.”
- “Jokes aside, this mechanic is by far the worst of the game, because the player has little to do but hit the jumps of pixel precision, especially in phase 35, which is where I gave up.”
- “This happens much too often and is exacerbated by the game's over-reliance on jumping at the last moment as a core mechanic.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game centers around a charming radish dad on a quest to rescue his children, featuring humorous dialogue and playful dad puns that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the cute graphics and engaging storyline, which, despite some execution flaws, provides a fun and lighthearted narrative that complements the gameplay. Overall, the combination of humor and a relatable quest makes the story a highlight for many players.
- “It's got really nice graphics, fun humor and fourth-wall breaks, and a good storyline.”
- “Dadish offers a charming dad story, dad puns, cute graphics and tight platforming.”
- “The story is literally about a radish dad trying to rescue his children.”
- “The story follows a radish dad trying to collect his kids from places they really shouldn't be, and honestly the dialogue in this game is enough reason to play in my opinion.”
- “Silly story and some maybe a few dad-ish jokes (pun intended?) lend flavor.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is praised for its high replayability, with players enjoying the challenge of star gathering and speedruns that cater to both casual and hardcore gamers. Its quirky dialogue and cute aesthetics add charm, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “The replay value is amazing.”
- “The quirky dialogue and cute aesthetics might not come across as a 'serious' game for some, but the replayability and challenge of each level, offered through star gathering and speedruns, makes the game as hardcore as you want it to be!”
- “One of my favorite games, this series is highly replayable.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional hiccups and glitches, which is surprising given its 2D design and low framerate. Overall, stability issues detract from the gameplay experience.
- “There are odd hiccups and glitches here and there, which is odd for a 2D low framerate game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by lighthearted and wholesome interactions that, while lacking in depth, provide moments of cuteness and humor that resonate positively with players.
- “The game is filled with cute, funny, and wholesome interactions that really tug at your heartstrings.”
- “The emotional moments in the game are beautifully crafted, making you feel a genuine connection with the characters.”
- “I was surprised by how many heartfelt scenes there were; they added a layer of depth that made the experience truly memorable.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is praised for its retro and visually stunning design, with both character and level design receiving high marks for their quality and attention to detail.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy encourages players to support the developer by purchasing ad removal or the full version after enjoying the free version.