DOTORI

About DOTORI

DOTORI is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by indev-studio and was released on March 28, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

Rico the Squirrel was living a peaceful life collecting acorns. It was another peaceful day doing his work with his sister Lottie ...until an owl came out of nowhere and kidnapped his sister! Now Rico must embark on a dangerous journey to save Lottie…. • Explore places full of mysteries with Rico the Squirrel! • Run, jump, and throw! Perform colorful actions with simple controls! • Discover and co…

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60%Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 positive mentions

Charming character design and heartfelt story about sibling bond.
Colorful and clear 2D/2.5D visuals suitable for fast-paced platforming.
Challenging yet rewarding platforming gameplay that appeals to fans of precision-based retro platformers.

Controls can feel stiff and unresponsive, especially during wall-jumps and quick maneuvers.
Level design is repetitive with mostly block-based environments lacking variety or scenic elements.
Short game length with minimal soundtrack, uninspired boss fights, and little gameplay innovation beyond core mechanics.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 30% negative mentions
The gameplay in Dotori centers on basic platforming mechanics like jumping, throwing blocks, and dodging traps, executed competently but without much innovation or complexity. While vibrant environments and occasional boss fights add some variety, the overall experience can feel repetitive and straightforward, appealing mainly to players who enjoy simple, challenge-focused indie platformers.
- “The early levels introduce movement, jumping, simple hazards, and the game’s signature mechanic: the ability to pick up and throw blocks.”
- “This throwing mechanic becomes central to solving environmental puzzles, accessing new areas, and defending yourself against certain threats.”
- “Environments are vibrant and varied, ranging from wooded areas to hazard-filled mechanical zones, each designed with bright palettes and clearly readable obstacles.”
- “Dotori leans heavily on its central mechanics—jumping, throwing, dodging traps—and while these elements are executed with competence, the game seldom introduces new twists or mechanics beyond minor variations.”
- “Boss encounters add occasional flair, breaking up the flow with pattern-based confrontations, but outside of these moments, the progression can become repetitive for players looking for evolving mechanics or more elaborate level themes.”
- “It's a very, very short and extremely simple platformer where the gameplay kinda works... you jump, double-jump, wall-jump and pick blocks off the ground, that's it.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a colorful and expressive 2D art style that is simple yet effective, aiding clarity during fast-paced gameplay. While some find the visuals charming and well-suited to platforming fans, others feel the cutscenes are basic and the overall graphics somewhat bland, reminiscent of older flash games. Overall, the visuals support the game's adventurous tone but may lack depth for some players.
- “The game’s art style sits comfortably in the realm of colorful, expressive 2D animation.”
- “The visuals remain simple but effective, providing clarity during fast-paced sequences where understanding the environment at a glance is crucial.”
- “Its colorful visuals, heartfelt premise, and tightly structured stages give it personality, while its demanding difficulty and occasional control shortcomings shape it into a game best suited for platforming enthusiasts.”
- “The cutscenes are very basic and lack clarity; for example, the ending was confusing and hard to understand.”
- “I was very hopeful for this game because I like platformers and had it on my wishlist due to its visuals, but in the end, I found them bland and boring, reminiscent of old flash games.”
- “While the visuals are colorful, they are simple and occasionally fail to add depth or engagement to the experience.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The story centers on a determined squirrel named Rico on a quest to rescue his sister Lottie, offering a simple and straightforward narrative. While the game focuses more on challenging gameplay than cinematic storytelling, it provides a spirited experience for fans of indie platformers. However, some players felt the story was minimal or underdeveloped.
- “Starring a determined little squirrel named Rico on a quest to rescue his sister Lottie.”
- “For players who appreciate indie platformers that prioritize challenge over cinematic storytelling or mechanical complexity, Dotori offers a straightforward yet spirited experience.”
- “On my quest to play some good squirrel games, I found this one... is this even a squirrel game?”
- “Story?”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game’s emotional impact is driven by Rico’s charming character design and the heartfelt bond with Lottie, providing meaningful context to the challenging adventure. Its blend of cute visuals and tough platforming delivers a memorable contrast, with a strong sense of accomplishment rewarding players through demanding stages. This combination gives the journey personality and emotional depth, particularly resonating with platforming enthusiasts.
- “Rico’s character design, with its combination of innocence and determination, adds an emotional anchor to the journey.”
- “The adventure is framed around the heartfelt bond between Rico and Lottie, giving context to the trials Rico endures.”
- “The combination of cute presentation and tough-as-nails platforming creates a memorable contrast, and the sense of accomplishment found in clearing a challenging level or boss fight gives the journey its emotional payoff.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The music generally complements the game's aesthetic with a light, energetic tone that enhances the adventurous mood, though some users find it minimal or nearly nonexistent. Overall, it supports the gameplay without standing out prominently.
- “The soundtrack complements the aesthetic, offering a light, energetic tone that keeps the mood adventurous even when the gameplay becomes intense.”
- “Gameplay, graphics, music, characters etc. are just fine”
- “Music is practically nonexistent.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Character development in dotori is centered around Rico, whose blend of innocence and determination provides an emotional core to the game, complementing its retro platformer style and challenging gameplay.
- “At its foundation, dotori presents the classic appeal of retro platformers, blending cute character design with tightly structured, often punishing level challenges that require timing, adaptability, and persistence.”
- “Rico’s character design, with its combination of innocence and determination, adds an emotional anchor to the journey.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor is highlighted by a funny intro featuring the main heroes, setting a lighthearted and entertaining tone for the game.