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Octodad

93%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
story, graphics
93% User Score Based on 76 reviews

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"Octodad" is a third-person adventure game where players control an octopus posing as a human father. The game focuses on completing mundane tasks with Octodad's boneless tentacles while keeping his true identity hidden from his family. Players control Octodad's movements like a marionette, making simple chores challenging and fun. Being an octopus also allows for unique abilities, such as slipping through tight spaces and wielding great strength.

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game has a charming and unique concept, featuring an octopus trying to navigate family life, which adds a humorous twist.
  • Despite its rough edges, the game showcases impressive design and creativity, especially considering it originated as a student project.
  • The cutscenes and overall storytelling are engaging, providing a nostalgic experience for players familiar with the series.
  • The physics and controls are often frustratingly janky, leading to a less enjoyable gameplay experience.
  • The game is relatively short and feels more like an extended tutorial rather than a fully fleshed-out experience.
  • There are noticeable bugs and glitches that can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it captivating and charming, while others feel it lacks clarity and depth, particularly after certain gameplay tasks. Despite its simplicity, the narrative is appreciated for its creativity and emotional engagement, though technical issues detract from the overall experience for some.

    • “This game just uses a cat as a super creative vessel for telling its story.”
    • “The story was captivating, poignant at times, and kept me really invested the whole time.”
    • “For such an old student game hooking on a silly premise, there's still a whole lot of charm to find here between the detailed environment, the charmingly simple storytelling (and crudely drawn cutscenes), and of course the purposefully frustrating controls.”
    • “The story was unclear after the mannequin task, and overall I just did not enjoy this game.”
    • “The story is pretty simple.”
    • “No story.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is consistently enjoyable and remains engaging throughout the game, supported by solid mechanics and a well-executed design philosophy. While some players recall it being more challenging in the past, current experiences suggest a smoother difficulty curve that doesn't detract from the overall fun.

    • “The gameplay is fun and remains fresh throughout the entirety of the game.”
    • “If the bones of your game are good, the physics engine, the game mechanics, the feel of the game, the design philosophy, and the execution of those fundamental mechanics make up the bones of the game.”
    • “The meat is the graphics, the sound, the overall look and feel of the game with complementary mechanics. I can tell that the bones of this game are good, so good in fact they make a version of the game that is more in line with their original vision.”
    • “The gameplay is fine, but I remember it being a lot harder when I was younger. Coming back to it now, I didn't really have any issues.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the janky style and 2D animations, while others criticized the poor physics and hitbox registration that detracted from the overall experience. Despite the visual appeal, technical issues significantly impacted gameplay enjoyment.

    • “The meat is the graphics, the sound, the overall look and feel of the game with complementary mechanics. I can tell that the bones of this game are good, so good in fact they make a version of the game that is more in line with their original vision.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and lack the detail expected in modern games.”
    • “The overall look and feel of the game are disappointing, making it hard to immerse myself.”
    • “The visual presentation feels outdated and doesn't do justice to the game's potential.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the phenomenal soundtrack that exceeds expectations and resonates deeply with fans of music. Its quality is so impressive that some players have purchased the soundtrack separately, indicating its significant impact on their overall experience.

    • “The soundtrack is phenomenal.”
    • “As a music guy, soundtracks are super important to me, and this one checked all my boxes and then some.”
    • “It's so worth it, in fact, that I've now bought the soundtrack (another testament to its quality) and two copies of the game.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted to be initially amusing, particularly in its movement mechanics, but this novelty wears off quickly, leading to frustration rather than sustained enjoyment. While some players argue that intuitive controls aren't necessary for humor, the overall consensus suggests that the comedic elements may not hold up over time.

    • “I know some people might say this game doesn't have super intuitive controls, but honestly, not all games need to have intuitive controls to be funny and enjoyable.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report a profound emotional impact from the game's scenery, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings and create a memorable experience.

    • “I have never before been so emotionally impacted by the scenery in a game as I was with this one.”
    • “The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, leaving me in tears by the end.”
    • “Every moment in the game resonated with me on a personal level, evoking feelings I didn't expect.”

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