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Pushing It! With Sisyphus

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71%Game Brain Score
humor
gameplay, music
71% User Score Based on 84 reviews

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Pushing It! With Sisyphus is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Bashir "ManliestDev" Kashalo and was released on September 10, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus is a challenging and punishing game where you push a boulder up a hill, growing stronger with each step. Filled with obstacles and surprises, one slip sends you back to the start, testing your patience and perseverance. It’s a tough metaphor for life, blending frustration with moments of happiness.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game provides a unique and intense challenge that can be addictive for players who enjoy difficult games.
  • The sarcastic narration and humor add a layer of entertainment, making the experience more engaging.
  • The level design is interesting and offers a variety of obstacles, enhancing the gameplay experience.
  • The controls are frustratingly difficult, making it hard to progress and often leading to player rage.
  • Many players find the game boring and lacking in redeeming qualities compared to other rage games.
  • The mechanics can be glitchy, leading to frustrating moments where players lose control unexpectedly.
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding the mechanics challenging yet fair, while others criticize the overall experience as boring due to uninspired layouts. Despite minor mechanical issues, many appreciate the interesting mechanics and engaging dialogue, indicating that the game has redeeming qualities, though some players struggle to stay motivated to continue playing.

    • “The game is still difficult but remains fair; no hidden mechanics to catch you out.”
    • “For a tl;dr, I'll say that the gameplay is mostly excellent. There are a few mechanical aspects that bugged me a little bit, such as no option to toggle depth-of-field and surround audio being based on Sisyphus' own facing angle rather than the camera, but they're certainly not dealbreakers. Overall, I would still say that this game is worthy of the time put into it: the developer clearly cares a lot, and I do think they've done a very good job here.”
    • “Interesting mechanics, funny dialogue that makes the dev sound like a sarcastic Bennett Foddy, and I love the detail of Sisyphus having gold in his eyes as a punishment for greed.”
    • “The impossible mechanics tied with the boring layout and atmosphere just make it really boring.”
    • “Bad mechanics.”
    • “Not out of frustration with the gameplay itself, but rather with the attitude behind it.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game draws comparisons to "Getting Over It," with a mix of hopeful and humorous elements, but it ultimately leans towards a negative tone with stock sound effects and goofy tracks that can detract from the experience. While some players appreciate the quirky soundtrack, others find it overly critical and distracting.

    • “I had some hope when I got into this as I managed to finish the tutorial in 10 minutes. I am weirdly loving this and I would like more of the 'Fluffing the Duck' music, please.”
    • “This game is trying to be like 'Getting Over It' so hard, with the music choice and narration in the background.”
    • “But no, the choice was to aim all of this negativity directly at the player themselves: stock 'whoops!' sound effects, goofy Kevin MacLeod music, canned laughter, 'you should learn how the controller actually works', all of this and more for falling.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a narrative component, with users indicating that there is no story present.

    • “There is no story to speak of.”
    • “The narrative is completely absent.”
    • “I found the story to be non-existent.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is criticized for being dull and unengaging, with some users feeling that the combination of uninteresting mechanics and layout contributes to an overall sense of boredom.

    • “The impossible mechanics tied with the boring layout and atmosphere just make it really boring.”
    • “The game lacks any sense of immersion, making the atmosphere feel flat and uninspired.”
    • “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere feels lifeless and uninviting.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling it exploits the popularity of a related title rather than offering genuine value.

    • “This game feels like a cash grab, trying to capitalize on the success of another, unrelated title.”
    • “The monetization strategy is frustrating and makes the game feel more like a money-making scheme than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “I can't believe how aggressive the in-game purchases are; it ruins the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by witty and sarcastic dialogue, reminiscent of a sarcastic Bennett Foddy, and clever mechanics that enhance the comedic experience. Players appreciate the creative twist on Sisyphus's story, particularly the amusing detail of his punishment involving gold in his eyes, which adds depth to the humor.

    • “If it were Sisyphus being insulted by the narrator as Zeus, that would be splendid and funny!”
    • “Interesting mechanics, funny dialogue that makes the dev sound like a sarcastic Bennett Foddy, and I love the detail of Sisyphus having gold in his eyes as a punishment for greed.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report experiencing minor glitches and sensitivity issues with character controls, which can disrupt gameplay. While these stability concerns may detract from the overall experience, some users still find enjoyment in the game despite these flaws.

    • “I was having a reasonable amount of fun, but my character keeps experiencing minor glitches and letting go mid-push. It's not my hardware; the physics seem mildly glitchy and a bit overly sensitive on the controls. If you can get past that, this would likely be the game for you.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant art style and detailed environments, while others criticize the character models and occasional performance issues. Overall, the visual presentation is seen as a strong point, though it may not meet the expectations of all players.

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Pushing It! With Sisyphus is a casual simulation game.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus is available on PC and Windows.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus was released on September 10, 2024.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus was developed by Bashir "ManliestDev" Kashalo.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Pushing It! With Sisyphus is a single player game.

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