Dude Simulator 3

About

Dude Simulator 3 is an open-world sandbox game where you embark on a long journey to deliver your friend's birthday present in a different city. Experience various adventures, earn money, interact with people, escape prison, and explore cities at your own pace. With a focus on realism, the game lets you perform numerous activities, from buying things and riding cars to playing pranks on people, making it a virtual playground for adults.

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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 733 reviews

story19 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game offers a humorous and chaotic experience, providing plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.
It features an open-world sandbox gameplay that encourages creativity and exploration.
The addition of a storyline and missions adds some depth compared to previous entries in the series.

The game is short and lacks meaningful content after completing the main objectives.
Many players report bugs, poor AI, and frustrating controls that detract from the overall experience.
The game feels like a cash grab, with repetitive mechanics and minimal improvements over previous versions.

story
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
59%
13%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its emotional depth and unique storytelling approach, while others criticize it for being short and lacking clarity. Many reviews highlight the balance between structured missions and sandbox gameplay, but some feel the narrative is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics or is simply not engaging enough. Overall, the story is seen as a notable aspect for some, but it may not satisfy those looking for a more substantial narrative experience.
- “The story is amazing, powerful, and well written.”
- “This game's story made me feel emotions I've never felt before from a game.”
- “The storytelling is phenomenal and the twist ending will leave you guessing.”
- “Dude Simulator 3 is a real-life simulation adventure action sandbox game with a short story; the game is cheap, but it's not worth it.”
- “The storyline in this Dude Simulator is so touching it almost made me cry.”
- “There are no achievements and a really short story that isn't all that good.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
72%
6%
The gameplay of Dude Simulator 3 is characterized by its open-world sandbox design, allowing for creative exploration and humorous interactions, though it suffers from limited depth in mechanics and objectives. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and engaging activities, others criticize the simplicity and lack of complexity, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall gameplay experience. Despite these criticisms, the game is noted for its entertaining and light-hearted approach, appealing to those seeking casual fun.
- “Dude Simulator 3 offers players the freedom to explore a vast open world filled with various activities and interactions.”
- “With its vast open world, immersive gameplay, diverse activities, and a dedicated modding community, this game stands head and shoulders above its competitors.”
- “As an ardent fan of open-world games, I can confidently say that Dude Simulator 3 surpasses expectations with its immersive gameplay, vast open world, and unparalleled freedom.”
- “Gameplay is very dumbed down even compared to Postal 2; you have a simple mission, to eat some pizza, scrape the snow off your car, and then pretty much delete the game because it doesn't get any better than that.”
- “Incredibly simple gameplay and design.”
- “Nah... I really do not recommend you guys to play this short gameplay. After you finish the gameplay, you can explore the small city and kill a bunch of cops that never stop spawning... boring... zzz.”
humor
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
8%
The humor in "Dude Simulator 3" is widely praised for its whimsical and absurd elements, providing players with laugh-out-loud moments and chaotic gameplay. While many find the game's tongue-in-cheek humor and engaging antics entertaining, some critics feel it occasionally tries too hard to be funny, resulting in mixed reactions. Overall, the game is seen as a light-hearted experience that successfully blends humor with sandbox exploration.
- “The developers of Dude Simulator 3 have masterfully infused the game with a delightful sense of humor that will keep you laughing throughout your playtime.”
- “Dude Simulator 3 offers an amusing and light-hearted experience with its open-world sandbox gameplay and whimsical humor.”
- “I laughed a lot and verbally exclaimed 'wow, I'm laughing.'”
- “Wow, can you believe it? Another joke game that is hilariously unfunny.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced, making it more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are so stale that they might as well be ancient history.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
68%
10%
The graphics of the game are described as simplistic and minimalistic, contributing to a whimsical charm but lacking the polish and variety seen in contemporary titles. While some players appreciate the vibrant and cartoonish aesthetic, others criticize the graphical fidelity and performance issues, suggesting that enhancements could improve overall immersion. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the visuals as captivating, while others find them unrefined and problematic.
- “The game's graphics are breathtaking, and the game world is vibrant and full of life.”
- “The game's cartoonish aesthetic adds to its charm and creates a unique atmosphere that is sure to captivate players.”
- “This is the best Unity game I have ever played; the graphics, story, and gameplay are all 10/10.”
- “While the game's visuals contribute to its whimsical charm, they may appear simplistic or unpolished compared to other contemporary titles.”
- “Enhancing the graphical fidelity and adding more visual variety could elevate the overall immersion and appeal of Dude Simulator 3.”
- “The graphics are simple, minimalistic even, yet hold their own against many titles from other genres, which some would argue have a better art style, such as Apex Legends, Destiny, or Overwatch.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
36%
55%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized, with many players noting that it requires an excessive time commitment, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the grind. Reviews describe the experience as tedious and repetitive, with limited ways to progress, making it feel like a long, monotonous task rather than an engaging gameplay element.
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “There is also only one way to make money in the game, killing people, which is kinda tedious and boring since most tasks require cash to complete them.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by users, including problems with movement, graphics, and gameplay mechanics. Many players found the experience frustrating due to the lack of tutorials, confusing controls, and an overall sense of incompleteness. Overall, the consensus is that the game's stability is poor, making it difficult to recommend.
- “The game is very buggy and has no option to change keybinds, making it hard to complete.”
- “The prison level is nearly impossible, the cops are so annoying, the plot makes no sense, and the game doesn't tell you the controls. Sometimes the max graphics are broken. Avoid this broken, terrible, horrific, buggy game.”
- “There are an infinite amount of glitches, including teleporting, launching, and phasing. I even managed to get on top of a few buildings on the city level.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of "Dude Simulator 3" has been widely criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over its repetitive nature and lack of meaningful improvements. Many feel that the developers are exploiting the game's concept by releasing it under different names without enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “Cash grab, boring as heck.”
- “Low quality, not interesting, pretty much just a cash grab.”
- “The developers have released this game multiple times calling it different names creating a cash grab, which is a disgusting thing to do for devs. Instead of improving the game and adding more things to it, it instead is reused over and over by the devs.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is described as repetitive and intrusive, with players unable to turn it off or adjust its volume separately from sound effects, leading to frustration. While some found it relaxing initially, the overall consensus is that it becomes annoying, especially in conjunction with other gameplay issues.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music loops forever, creating a unique atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “The background music adds a layer of immersion to the game, making each moment feel more engaging.”
- “The options menu is just way too bare bones to really be considered an options menu; the music can't be turned off, the graphics settings don't do anything, and the mouse sensitivity is very low.”
- “The sound effects (earrape) can't be turned down separately from the background music.”
- “This game lags, has terrible controls, is impossible to play, only 1 glitch fixed, and has music that will annoy you; not recommended.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's story deeply emotional, often evoking strong feelings and even tears, with many highlighting its heartwarming elements and impactful narrative. The unique blend of mechanics and storytelling creates a memorable experience that resonates on a personal level.
- “This game is a perfect mixture of heart-warming, parallelism, and a fun experience.”
- “This game's story made me feel emotions I've never felt before from a game.”
- “But the storyline in this dude simulator is so touching it almost made me cry.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Dude Simulator 3 boasts exceptional replayability, largely due to its active modding community that consistently introduces new content, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Reviewers have rated its replayability a perfect 10/10.
- “Dude Simulator 3 benefits from a dedicated and creative modding community that constantly churns out new content, expanding the game's already impressive replayability.”
- “Replayability 10/10”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in the game makes replaying it feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The game offers no new content or variations in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Reviewers note that while the game's cartoonish aesthetic contributes to a charming and captivating atmosphere, the addition of more diverse sound effects and ambient audio cues could further enhance immersion and the overall experience of the game world.
- “The game's cartoonish aesthetic adds to its charm and creates a unique atmosphere that is sure to captivate players.”
- “Incorporating more diverse sound effects and ambient audio cues could enhance the atmosphere and immersion of the game world.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to draw players into the experience.”
- “The lighting and environmental design are underwhelming, making it hard to feel truly immersed in the game's world.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent lag and a subpar performance experience for players.
- “Not optimized, so laggy.”
- “The game suffers from severe performance issues due to poor optimization.”
- “Optimization is lacking, resulting in frequent frame drops and stuttering.”