Dude Simulator

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 716 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • gameplay
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Dude Simulator is an open-world sandbox game that allows players to experience a life simulation with minimal objectives. The main focus is to enjoy various activities, such as exploring the town, interacting with buildings and characters, committing crimes, or simply living a regular life. With a emphasis on freedom, players can choose to cause chaos or live as an ordinary person, providing a visitors with a unique and humorous take on everyday life.

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Reviews

57%
Audience ScoreBased on 716 reviews
humor33 positive mentions
story7 negative mentions
  • The graphics are decent and visually appealing.
  • The game can be funny and entertaining for short bursts, especially with its absurd humor.
  • It's a cheap option for those looking for a mindless sandbox experience.
  • The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short time.
  • There are numerous bugs and performance issues, making the game frustrating to play.
  • The game feels unfinished, with little content and no clear objectives or tutorial.
  • humor34 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it amusing due to its absurd antics, such as farting, burping, and interacting with quirky NPCs. While some appreciate the comedic elements and ragdoll physics, others criticize the humor as repetitive or overshadowed by technical issues like low frame rates. Overall, the game is seen as funny and entertaining for short bursts, but it may not hold players' attention for long.

    • “But holy heck, the police NPCs are hilarious to screw with.”
    • “This game is funny as heck and great to mess around in.”
    • “Its very fun and all the things people say about it are not true; it's very interactive with its surroundings and funny, and if you like ragdoll physics, this is a great game for you.”
    • “Annoying, unfunny, and way too bright.”
  • story30 mentions

    The reviews highlight a significant divide in the game's storytelling aspect, with many players criticizing the lack of a coherent plot or engaging narrative, describing it as having "no story" or "no plot." Conversely, a few users appreciate the humor and the potential for character development, suggesting that the game could benefit from a more structured storyline or quests to enhance the experience. Overall, the consensus leans towards disappointment in the story's execution, with calls for updates to improve narrative depth.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “Every choice I made had an impact on the overall story and showed me pieces of my character that even I have not realized.”
    • “This game has it all, a gripping story of one man.”
    • “The game features no proper level design or game/story flow/plot, and while some game formats can be amenable to this, they must be truly exceptional, where this is not.”
    • “There's no story, just a small place, kill people with guns and take their money, get more guns and get arrested, spending the next decade rotting in a jail cell.”
    • “If it was free I would give this game a positive review but the lack of effort, the horrible making of it, the crappy one-liner dialogue for the characters, and having no story and crappy NPCs make it look like it was just made in a single day.”
  • gameplay26 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has been widely criticized for being extremely limited and repetitive, with many users noting a lack of engaging content and mechanics. While some found initial enjoyment, the overall experience is marred by clunky controls, poor mechanics, and a lack of depth, leading to a consensus that the game does not justify its price. Additionally, technical issues such as glitches and frame rate problems further detract from the gameplay experience.

    • “I have always wanted to be a dude, and the absolutely reality-warping gameplay this masterpiece of a game has definitely captured that.”
    • “And of course, the driving mechanics are amazing.”
    • “This game had next-gen gameplay, the type you would only see in the year 200754.”
    • “There's no actual gameplay or content.”
    • “Pretty fun game at first, though after about 5-10 minutes of gameplay there's nothing else left to do.”
    • “This game isn't really worth buying, you get around 40 minutes of gameplay but then it gets repetitive, it's not worth its price and can't be played properly.”
  • graphics20 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the simplistic and artistic style, while others criticize them as outdated and poorly optimized. Despite the visual appeal noted by some, issues like low frame rates and overall lack of polish detract from the experience for many users. Overall, the graphics may be decent for a small developer, but they do not meet the expectations of players seeking high-quality visuals.

    • “The graphics are visually pleasing though.”
    • “The simplistic graphics are an artistic touch that make this game all the more great.”
    • “The graphics are surprisingly decent for a game which is made by a small group of developers.”
    • “And the graphics are absolutely horrible to look at.”
    • “10/10 if you love the random low frame rates, horrible voicing, and really low graphics.”
    • “This game has absolutely nothing to it and that isn't even addressing the issue of graphics or lack of missions.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and even a highlight, while others criticize it for being overly loud and repetitive. Despite the varied opinions, many agree that the soundtrack has its merits, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “It's the best game on earth because of the music.”
    • “The music of this game is ridiculous; I understand that it is meant to be funny, but it is very loud.”
    • “Terrible, the game is a rip-off. I waited 30 minutes and all that played was the annoying song in the trailer.”
    • “Stupid game, decent music, terrible lag; you can run through the window.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, often requiring a significant time investment that feels like a second job. While some acknowledge it can be somewhat enjoyable, many describe it as overly repetitive and tedious, likening it to a basic trading card farming simulator.

    • “A bit grindy.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “Just another trading card farming simulator, nothing else.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game's stability is criticized for being buggy and lacking save features, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While some users find enjoyment in the glitches, others recommend seeking alternative versions that are more polished and stable. Overall, the game's stability issues detract significantly from its overall appeal.

    • “It's buggy, boring, and there are no saves - I can't recommend it.”
    • “Do you want to play a game like Grand Theft Auto with the physics of Goat Simulator, but not as buggy?”
    • “Cool game, but don't waste your money; here's the free, better, patched, and less buggy version of the game for free legitimately.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant frame drops and overall poor performance, detracting from the enjoyment of the experience. Many feel that it fails to meet the standards expected for well-optimized games, especially those with high-quality graphics.

    • “If you like games that have amazing graphics, are well optimized, and have an amazing captivating storyline, then this game is not for you.”
    • “Horribly optimized, and just not fun.”
    • “Worst optimization; I thought this game would be fun.”
    • “The game is optimized poorly; frames drop like a newborn baby.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to original artists and developers. Reviewers express disappointment, comparing it unfavorably to other games like Team Fortress 2.

    • “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism as well as a cash grab.”
    • “Not impressed by this game; Team Fortress 2 is better than this cash-grabbing trash pile!”
    • “I just realized this game is reminiscent of a cash grab.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players report that the game evokes profound emotional responses, with some expressing that it brought them to tears of joy and delivered an unparalleled emotional experience.

    • “This game made me cry with joy.”
    • “No other game has made me feel as raw of emotions as this masterpiece has.”
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