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Dodd Goes to the Museum

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97%Game Brain Score
emotional, music
story, graphics
97% User Score Based on 79 reviews

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Dodd Goes to the Museum is a single player action game. It was developed by Schwegg and was released on January 26, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Dodd Goes to the Museum" is a charming side-scroller adventure where you explore a local museum’s four wings, interact with characters, and collect stray weevils. Engage in light tasks like cleaning up the museum while enjoying a relaxed, casual atmosphere. The game combines simple point-and-click mechanics with side-scrolling exploration for a soothing experience.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews
emotional5 positive mentions
  • Charming and cute art style with engaging characters and informative dialogue.
  • Short and relaxing gameplay experience, perfect for a quick playthrough while learning fun facts.
  • The game effectively highlights the importance of supporting public spaces like museums, adding depth to the experience.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 15-30 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Some players experienced issues with achievements not triggering properly.
  • Limited gameplay mechanics, primarily revolving around collecting weevils and trash, may not appeal to everyone.
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its wholesome and engaging nature, offering a brief yet impactful experience that combines character interactions with informative exhibits. Despite its short duration, players find it emotionally resonant, with a surprising depth that rivals longer games. The atmosphere enhances the storytelling, making it a memorable adventure.

    • “I adore the storytelling and the small facts you can read about; I also really adore the atmosphere of the entire game.”
    • “This game gets kinda sad at the end, and for being just 15 minutes, it has more story and heart than some hour-long games. It was just straight up amazing 10/10!!”
    • “Pretty cool short adventure; I quite liked the story and the environment.”
    • “While there is a small bit of story surrounding the museum, the main focus of the writing is the exhibits and a few character interactions.”
    • “This game gets kinda sad at the end, and for being just 15 minutes it has more story and heart than some hour-long games; it was just straight up amazing 10/10!!”
    • “It stays vibrant, fresh, and revolutionizes the art of storytelling and walking while making a damn statement on what it means to be dodd.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke deep feelings in a short playtime, with players experiencing laughter, nostalgia, and even tears. Many describe it as a transcendent experience rather than just a game, emphasizing its wholesome storytelling and the poignant themes of loss and memory.

    • “This was surprisingly deep and emotional; I really liked it.”
    • “Beautiful game, almost made me tear up a bit with the chat on the roof and made me feel feelings of nostalgia, remembering how places I like have also shut down.”
    • “In those 20 minutes, I laughed, I cried, and I collected weevils.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming simplicity, featuring bouncy animations and a cute pixel art style that effectively convey the game's atmosphere. The expressive art and well-crafted character designs enhance the overall experience, while the accompanying music complements the visuals beautifully, creating an engaging environment for players.

    • “There is a certain charm to the graphics in their simplicity, and they still carry the atmosphere well.”
    • “The blend of bouncy animations and pixel graphics is a really cute touch.”
    • “The art style is charming and expressive, the dialogue consists mostly of informative fun facts but is written with good characterization to make it not feel monotonous, and the music fits very well with the environments.”
    • “The graphics lack detail and feel outdated, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and lack any real depth, making it hard to connect with them.”
    • “The environments are bland and uninspired, failing to create an immersive atmosphere.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and melancholic qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and evoking nostalgia. Players often find themselves captivated by the soundtracks, pausing gameplay to fully appreciate the music that complements the charming art style and engaging dialogue. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.

    • “Especially in later areas, the music is perfectly relaxing and melancholic.”
    • “I only spent over 20 minutes on this little game because I sat around on the benches, just listening to the amazing music... and it gave me a nice nostalgic feeling, for some reason...”
    • “Overall, I highly recommend playing this game to anybody who's looking for a short gaming experience with simple controls, wonderful art, and music direction along with insightful writing!”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as a blend of cute and funny elements, often accompanied by interesting science facts and artistic visuals. Players appreciate the lightheartedness and wit, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a short, enjoyable experience. Overall, the humor adds a charming layer to the game's artistic value.

    • “It's a fun little game and I recommend it if you want a short humorous game.”
    • “Cute and funny, with some great science facts and interesting art to enjoy.”
    • “Despite the humorous nature of this analysis, this is a work of art.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by its charming and simplistic graphics, which effectively convey a relaxing and inviting ambiance. Players appreciate the soothing experience it offers, making it an ideal choice for unwinding, complemented by engaging storytelling and interesting facts that enhance the overall atmosphere.

    • “There is a certain charm to the graphics in their simplicity, and they still carry the atmosphere well.”
    • “Overall, this is a great game to conclude a day with—short and sweet, with a relaxing atmosphere as well as uncomplicated gameplay.”
    • “I adore the storytelling and the small facts you can read about; I also really love the atmosphere of the entire game.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as simple and straightforward, focusing on two main tasks: collecting weevils and trash. While it lacks depth, the charming dialogues, characters, and art style contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable experience, making it a pleasant way to unwind.

    • “Overall, this is a great game to conclude a day with; it's short and sweet, featuring a relaxing atmosphere and uncomplicated gameplay.”
    • “Even though there isn't much depth to its gameplay, there's enough charm in its dialogues, characters, and art style to make it worth your time.”
    • “The main gameplay involves doing two odd jobs for the museum: collecting weevils and collecting trash.”
    • “The main gameplay is really just doing two odd jobs for the museum: collecting weevils and collecting trash.”
    • “And even though there isn't much depth to its gameplay, there's enough charm in its dialogues, characters, and art style to make it worth your time, I'd say.”
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Dodd Goes to the Museum is a action game.

Dodd Goes to the Museum is available on PC and Windows.

Dodd Goes to the Museum was released on January 26, 2025.

Dodd Goes to the Museum was developed by Schwegg.

Dodd Goes to the Museum has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its emotional but disliked it for its story.

Dodd Goes to the Museum is a single player game.

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