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DORONKO WANKO

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98%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
optimization, replayability
98% User Score Based on 2,914 reviews

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DORONKO WANKO is a single player casual simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc. and was released on March 26, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

『DORONKO WANKO』 is a DORONKO Action Game. In this game, You can become a cute, innocent Pomeranian, make your master's home messy and dirty. "Will the master be angry with me?" Don't worry. Because you are a sweet doggie.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,914 reviews
gameplay32 positive mentions
optimization5 negative mentions
  • The game is incredibly cute and fun, allowing players to embody a mischievous Pomeranian and create chaos in a beautifully designed house.
  • It's a free game that offers a short but delightful experience, with engaging gameplay mechanics and charming visuals.
  • Players enjoy the variety of accessories and power-ups available, enhancing the fun of making a mess and unlocking achievements.
  • The game starts in Japanese, which can be confusing for players who don't know the language, and changing it to English requires navigating through the settings.
  • The gameplay is quite short, typically lasting around 30 to 60 minutes, which may leave players wanting more content and additional levels.
  • There are performance issues reported, such as lag and frame rate drops, especially in certain areas of the game.
  • gameplay
    89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, allowing players to enjoy a fun and chaotic experience of making a mess as a cute dog. While many find the gameplay loop satisfying and accessible, some critiques highlight its brevity and repetitive nature, with players completing the game in under an hour. Overall, it offers a charming and lighthearted experience, though it may leave some wanting more depth and content.

    • “It takes a silly premise and turns it into an incredibly fun and satisfying gameplay loop that’s hard to put down.”
    • “The controls are intuitive, and the gameplay is easy to pick up, making it accessible to casual players while still offering enough variety and challenge to keep things interesting.”
    • “The core gameplay is refreshingly simple yet ridiculously fun: get muddy, spread the mess, and cause as much delightful destruction as possible!”
    • “I know it's free, but the gameplay is so boring and one-dimensional it's crazy.”
    • “The only negatives are that the English translation does have some issues which can make some tasks confusing to complete, the controls can't be changed, and the gameplay loop is shallow - literally just explore and make a mess.”
    • “An idea and gameplay like this will only keep the players entertained for 30 minutes at max (which is exactly how long the game is); only if they are really into the game's silly tone.”
  • humor
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this game is widely praised for its cuteness and chaotic antics, as players enjoy the hilarious scenarios of a mischievous dog causing mayhem. The quirky animations, funny achievement badges, and slapstick gameplay contribute to a lighthearted experience that keeps players laughing throughout. Despite some localization issues, the overall charm and silliness make it a delightful and entertaining game for all ages.

    • “A cute and incredibly funny game where you play as a dog who causes complete chaos.”
    • “This delightful gem combines quirky humor, chaotic gameplay, and a unique premise that had me smiling the entire time.”
    • “The game literally just drops you and lets you cause all types of chaos until you complete everything, it's a really fun and funny game.”
  • graphics
    59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their bright, colorful, and adorable art style, which effectively captures the playful antics of a puppy. However, many users express frustration over the lack of graphic settings, making it difficult for those with lower-spec devices to enjoy the game without performance issues. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere, despite optimization concerns.

    • “The game's visuals are bright, colorful, and full of personality.”
    • “The art style perfectly captures the energetic, messy antics of a puppy on the loose, and the animations are both cute and hilarious.”
    • “The graphics are adorable, the gameplay is delightfully mischievous, and the overall experience is immensely satisfying.”
    • “I really want to play it, but sadly my potato PC can't handle the game and there is no option for reduced graphics of any kind.”
    • “I can't speak for others' experience, but mine was horrible, extremely laggy, and on top of that, I could only change the resolution and turn V-Sync on/off; no graphic settings, absolutely zilch.”
    • “Sadly, I can't enjoy this game because it doesn't run well on my computer, and more unfortunately, I can't remedy that because the only graphical settings to speak of are V-Sync.”
  • music
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and playful nature, enhancing the overall atmosphere and providing a fun backdrop for gameplay. While many players find it enjoyable and fitting, some note that it can become repetitive over time, with occasional sound cutouts detracting from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, contributing to the game's charm and making it suitable for casual play or as background music.

    • “The sound design complements this well, with bouncy, playful music and effects that make the world feel lively and responsive.”
    • “The music and sound design complement the game very well.”
    • “The controls are great, the music is catchy and there's a shocking amount of content and things to find for a free game.”
    • “The only down part of this game was there were times when the music would cut out and ruin the ambiance.”
    • “I just wish there was more than just the one background track to it, perhaps a different song for each room you're presently in?”
    • “Great if you want to listen to something in the background (the soundtrack does get a bit repetitive over time).”
  • story
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story revolves around a mischievous pomeranian tasked with creating chaos in its owner's home, offering a lighthearted and whimsical narrative that emphasizes environmental storytelling. While players appreciate the cute premise and simple objectives, many feel the story is minimal and could benefit from expansion, such as deeper character development and additional locations. Overall, the narrative serves as a charming backdrop for the gameplay, though some players desire a more substantial storyline.

    • “There's even a lot of detail put into building a backstory for the family the pom belongs to via environmental storytelling.”
    • “You take on the role of an impossibly cute pomeranian with a singular mission: turn your pristine new home into a disaster zone.”
    • “It's cute, it's fun, I'd love to see more from this team because they did an amazing job and the environmental storytelling is so cute and well done!”
    • “The story was a little short, and the mom being asleep didn't really add anything.”
    • “No big story, no character development and such; this would sink any other game, but not this one. It fits the 'no thought, head empty' approach the game wants to go for because, well... you're a small dog whose only worries are sleep, eat, and cause trouble.”
    • “Just enough story to get you ready to play, and a very simple goal.”
  • optimization
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with many players experiencing low frame rates and performance issues even on capable hardware. While some users noted that it is playable with adjustments, the overall consensus is that significant improvements are needed to enhance the gaming experience. Comparisons to poorly optimized titles like Cyberpunk 2077 highlight the urgency for updates to address these performance concerns.

    • “Optimized well enough.”
    • “The only complaint I have is that performance is a bit iffy, but it is far from unplayable.”
    • “PSA: This game is playable on Steam Deck with slight adjustments to performance settings.”
    • “Enjoyable at a really bad framerate; really bad based on graphics, but I presume it is unoptimized.”
    • “Optimization is worse than Cyberpunk 2077 on release. Cute game, needs a 4090 to play. Positive review because it's cute, skip it if you don't want to deal with constant FPS drops.”
    • “How can such a low-tech game run so poorly on high-end hardware? The background looks like it's stuttering around even though frametime is a clean 60 FPS.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and heartwarming nature, evoking feelings of joy and nostalgia while providing a lighthearted escape from negativity. Players express that it offers a touching experience, often leading to laughter and tears, making it a delightful emotional cleanser that resonates deeply with them. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to create a cute and chaotic atmosphere that fosters positive emotions.

    • “This game is truly touching to the soul and tickles my brain in such a way that it removes my negative thoughts.”
    • “Wheels do not exist, that puzzle made me cry because it made me realize just how much of the world I have missed out on.”
    • “I laughed, I cried.”
  • replayability
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers notable replayability through the collection of badges, high score challenges, and various gameplay styles, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate achievements and exploration. While some users find it short, with play sessions averaging 20-60 minutes, many agree that the potential for different experiences keeps the game engaging over time. However, there is a consensus that it may become repetitive after extended play.

    • “Very replayable with every badge present and secrets to unveil in each room.”
    • “Surprisingly has a lot of replayability.”
    • “There's replay value if you care about achievements (they are called badges in the game).”
    • “~30-60 minutes of play at most, no replayability”
    • “It's pretty short, but I feel it's pretty replayable.”
    • “I enjoyed getting gifts as you do more damage to the house, and unlocking all the badges does add replayability.”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the fun achievements and initial charm, many feel that it becomes tedious and repetitive after extended play. The need for continuous grinding can lead to frustration, especially when progress is lost upon leaving the game, making it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable task. Overall, the game is seen as a cute distraction, but its grinding elements may wear thin for some players.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “However, all the dirt gets deleted when you leave, so it makes for a tedious experience doing everything in one sitting.”
    • “Sort of a fun waste of time for a while, but it does get tedious and repetitive after a while.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with users noting it as fun and engaging with minimal glitches. However, some players have experienced occasional bugs, such as sound issues after the device wakes from sleep and rare freezing moments.

    • “This game shakes out joy, just as the doggy does: it's fun, challenging, engaging, and a great way to kill time with no glitches whatsoever.”
    • “Although a little buggy; after the device slept and woke up, the sound stopped working.”
    • “The controls are pretty simple, and other than some rare freezing for a few seconds, I haven't come across any other glitches that affect the gameplay.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its monetization model, being completely free with no microtransactions or downloadable content, making it an appealing choice for players looking for a fun experience without financial barriers.

    • “It's completely free (no in-game purchases) so you can't go wrong trying it.”
    • “A fun, free game from Bandai Namco that doesn't include DLC or microtransactions and runs without stuttering on day 1.”
    • “No microtransactions.”
    • “A fun, free game from Bandai Namco that doesn't include DLC or microtransactions and runs without stuttering on day one?”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with the original soundtrack significantly enhancing the experience. Reviewers note the well-crafted environments contribute to a relaxing and immersive ambiance, making it enjoyable for players.

    • “The environment and atmosphere are very well made.”
    • “The gameplay is very simple, and the general atmosphere is very relaxing.”
    • “The OST really sets the atmosphere.”
    • “Very well made environment and atmosphere.”
    • “The in-game achievements are easy to get, the gameplay is very simple, and the general atmosphere is very relaxing.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this game is minimal, as it embraces a simplistic approach where the protagonist, a small dog, focuses solely on basic instincts like eating, sleeping, and causing mischief. While this lack of depth might hinder other titles, it aligns well with the game's intended "no thought, head empty" experience.

    • “No big story, no character development, and such. This would sink any other game, but not this one. It fits the 'no thought, head empty' approach the game wants to go for because, well... you're a small dog whose only worries are to sleep, eat, and cause trouble.”
    • “The characters feel flat and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game, making it hard to connect with them.”
    • “I was hoping for a deeper narrative and character arcs, but instead, I found a lack of development that left me feeling indifferent.”
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DORONKO WANKO is a casual simulation game with comedy theme.

DORONKO WANKO is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing DORONKO WANKO.

DORONKO WANKO was released on March 26, 2024.

DORONKO WANKO was developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc..

DORONKO WANKO has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

DORONKO WANKO is a single player game.

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