Sumotori Dreams Classic

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Sumotori Dreams Classic is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by Peter Soltesz and was released on May 3, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Sumotori Dreams Classic is a physics-based wrestling game where you play as a sumo wrestler. The objective is to push your opponent out of the ring or make them touch the ground with anything other than the soles of their feet. With its quirky physics and challenging gameplay, Sumotori Dreams Classic offers a unique and amusing take on the sport of sumo.

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humor22 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Sumotori Dreams is a nostalgic gem that evokes fond memories and laughter, making it a great choice for casual play with friends.
The game's absurd physics and clumsy controls create a unique and entertaining experience, often leading to hilarious moments.
With the ability to download and create custom maps, the game offers additional content that enhances its replayability and fun factor.

The game can become repetitive quickly, especially in single-player mode, as it lacks depth and variety in gameplay.
Controls are intentionally awkward, which may frustrate some players who prefer more responsive mechanics.
Despite its charm, the game's simplistic graphics and limited content may not appeal to everyone, especially those seeking a more modern gaming experience.

humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its absurdity and slapstick physics, leading to countless laugh-out-loud moments, especially when played with friends. Players find joy in the chaotic antics of characters faceplanting and falling in ridiculous ways, making it a source of endless amusement, though some may not appreciate its childish humor. Overall, the game is considered a hilarious experience, particularly in the initial playtime, despite its limited content.
- “Your uncle, who hasn’t played a game since Minesweeper, will cry laughing after pile-driving himself into the floor for the fourth time.”
- “It dares to ask the deep questions: 'What is balance?' 'Why does my wrestler crumple into dust after taking one step?' 'How is this still funny after 100 matches?' Answer: because Sumotori Dreams is eternal.”
- “The secret sauce of the game is playing with friends and laughing as your wrestler faceplants off a staircase or seeing how many matches you can win against a friend by just staying perfectly still.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Sumotori Dreams are characterized by their simplistic and raw geometric style, contributing to a deliberately janky aesthetic. While some players appreciate the emotional storytelling and character development, the overall visual presentation lacks depth and options, making it accessible on a wide range of hardware. However, those seeking high-quality graphics and replayability may find it lacking.
- “Graphically, Sumotori Dreams is stunning—if you measure 'stunning' in raw, unfiltered geometry.”
- “Very emotional story, rich graphics, amazing character development, and very fun, easy-to-understand gameplay.”
- “There's no graphical options, but the graphics are so simple this game should run well on almost anything.”
- “The graphics and sounds are simplistic, adding to the game’s feeling of deliberately undercooked jankiness.”
- “There's no graphical options but the graphics are so simple this game should run well on almost anything.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke a wide range of feelings, from laughter to tears, through a chaotic yet wholesome multiplayer experience. Players appreciate the rich storytelling, character development, and engaging graphics, which together create a memorable emotional journey.
- “An emotional journey full of ups and downs; live your sumotori dreams today!”
- “Very emotional story, rich graphics, amazing character development, and very fun, easy-to-understand gameplay.”
- “Made me cry.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and rich character development, creating a memorable and intense experience for players. Reviewers highlight the innovative storytelling approach and the impactful narrative that resonates long after gameplay. Overall, it is considered a significant advancement in video game storytelling.
- “Such a revolutionary step forward in the story of video games as a whole!”
- “Each stumble, each awkward collision, each noble attempt to rise from the floor like a phoenix made of bricks—it all tells a story.”
- “I shall remember every bit of this intense, mind-racing, heart-pounding, tear-soaked story.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally viewed as simplistic and lacking depth, with some players recommending the game primarily for its nostalgic value rather than its mechanics. While the emotional story and character development are praised, the overall gameplay experience is considered limited and not particularly replayable.
- “Very emotional story, rich graphics, amazing character development, and very fun, easy-to-understand gameplay.”
- “I'd recommend buying this for the nostalgia factor and not for the gameplay.”
- “You won't find much gameplay here, if any at all.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model is praised for its absence of microtransactions and advertisements, allowing for a more straightforward and uninterrupted gaming experience.
- “There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that there are no advertisements pushing for the developer's new game.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “I can't enjoy the game because of the constant push for in-game purchases.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is fondly remembered for its nostalgic quality, evoking laughter and joy during gameplay, particularly in memorable moments shared with family. It complements the overall experience, enhancing the fun of exploring the game's physics and destructible environments.
- “I remember all the laughs, the wonder of the physics and the destructible objects, the hidden parts, the launcher with the map loader, and the light settings from which the higher values lagged the game, the different levels, the music, and the characters, and most importantly the smile on my grandmother's face whenever we were playing this game.”
- “The menu music is forgettable.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and uninspired.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, suggesting that it offers a unique and immersive experience worth the investment for those who can afford it.
- “The atmosphere in this game is absolutely immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The game's atmosphere is so rich and layered, it feels like you're living in a different reality.”
- “Only play it if you have the money to burn and want to feel the game's atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks strong replayability, with users indicating that it does not offer a compelling experience for those seeking extensive replay value, despite its graphics and gameplay.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a very emotional story complemented by rich graphics, which enhances the character development, making it engaging and relatable. Players find the character arcs well-crafted and enjoyable, contributing to an overall fun and accessible gameplay experience.
- “The story is very emotional, complemented by rich graphics and amazing character development, making the gameplay both fun and easy to understand.”

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Sumotori Dreams Classic is a sport game.

Sumotori Dreams Classic is available on PC and Windows.

Sumotori Dreams Classic was released on May 3, 2021.

Sumotori Dreams Classic was developed by Peter Soltesz.

Sumotori Dreams Classic has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Sumotori Dreams Classic is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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