Who's Your Daddy

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Who's Your Daddy is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Evil Tortilla Games and was released on May 13, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"Who's Your Daddy" is a multiplayer game where players take on the roles of a clueless father or his mischievous infant son in a competitive setting. The father must baby-proof the house and prevent the baby from getting hurt, while the baby explores and tries to cause mayhem with various household objects. The game includes both the classic version and a remake with improved features. Online and local play is supported with up to 7 players.

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humor2.7k positive mentions

stability1k negative mentions

humor
2,668 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Who's Your Daddy" is widely praised for its absurdity and chaotic nature, often leading to uncontrollable laughter among players, especially when played with friends. Many reviews highlight the game's darkly comedic premise, where a baby attempts to harm itself while the father tries to prevent it, resulting in a mix of shock and hilarity. However, the humor can sometimes rely on crude jokes and glitches, which some players find amusing while others see as frustrating, indicating that the game's comedic value is best experienced in a social setting.
- “Super funny! Me and my friend laughed every time we played this.”
- “This game is hilarious! I can't stop laughing while playing this!”
- “It's a very funny game, with many strange and fun props and other things.”
- “It's not funny.”
- “Not funny, I request a refund but they are not accepting it. This is such a buggy and laggy game.”
- “It's not funny if you play with strangers.”
stability
1,038 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent and game-breaking glitches, crashes, and performance issues that render it nearly unplayable. While some find the bugs add a humorous element to the gameplay, many agree that the overall experience is marred by the lack of polish and optimization, making it difficult to recommend without significant improvements. Overall, the consensus is that the game is a "buggy mess," with many urging potential players to wait for fixes before purchasing.
- “No glitches, just features.”
- “Best game ever! 10/10, no glitches whatsoever.”
- “No glitches and a very good game.”
- “However, every time I have tried to play, game-breaking glitches have occurred.”
- “The developers prioritize adding content instead of stabilizing the game first and working on glitches that make the game unplayable.”
- “This game is a buggy mess, and not in a fun way.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Who's Your Daddy" is characterized by a mix of chaotic humor and frustrating bugs, leading to a divided reception among players. While some find the cartoonish physics and outrageous scenarios entertaining, many criticize the game for its clunky mechanics, frequent crashes, and lack of balance between the baby and the father roles, resulting in a repetitive experience. Overall, the game shows potential for fun, especially in multiplayer settings, but is hindered by significant technical issues and a need for more content and polish.
- “The cartoonish physics and gameplay makes for a fun time!”
- “The game's various hazards and challenges keep the gameplay intense and unpredictable, and the fact that players can switch roles between matches helps to keep the gameplay fresh and interesting.”
- “Its humorous premise and easy-to-learn gameplay make it a great choice for players of all ages.”
- “I was so hyped for this game but it's a complete disappointment. I tried with some friends and nothing was intuitive, not even a tutorial. Bad interface and full of bugs that make it unplayable. I truly was expecting a moment of joy but instead we got a pain in the ass. I hope they improve the gameplay to make it a little more playable.”
- “The graphics are amateurish and unappealing, and the gameplay mechanics are clunky and unintuitive.”
- “Overall, Who's Your Daddy fails to deliver on its promise of hilarious and chaotic gameplay, leaving players feeling frustrated and underwhelmed.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing them as amateurish, glitchy, and reminiscent of older titles. While some appreciate the cartoonish style and find it adds to the humor, others feel that the poor visuals detract from the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may not be impressive, the gameplay remains the primary draw for many players.
- “The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and engaging.”
- “This game has mind-boggling 3D effects and realistic graphics better than a triple-A game.”
- “This game is just immaculate, the graphics, the gameplay, the modeling, everything just compliments itself with how good it is.”
- “The graphics are amateurish and unappealing, and the gameplay mechanics are clunky and unintuitive.”
- “This game is absolutely atrociously bad; the graphics look like a game from ten years ago and it is filled to the brim with bugs.”
- “The graphics are terrible and the main menu looks like something made in MS Paint.”
story
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The game's story is a mix of dark themes and absurd humor, centering on a baby with mental health issues attempting to harm itself while a deformed father tries to intervene. While some players appreciate the character development and emotional depth, others find the narrative confusing and lacking coherence, often relying on external sources to understand the plot. Overall, the story elicits a range of reactions, from praise for its uniqueness to criticism for its cryptic nature.
- “The storyline is well-written and the characters are well-developed, making it easy to become immersed in the game world.”
- “The story brings a tear to your eye.”
- “This game has a quite interesting story background and the one who plays as dad must stop the baby from interacting with objects which can cause the baby to die and the game is a great way to kill time.”
- “Depressing story of a baby with deformities and mental health issues who tries to kill itself while the father (also deformed) tries to intervene.”
- “This game is so cryptic, so utterly and incomprehensibly obtuse and obsessed with secrets, that I don't think I could have told you what the plot was had I not read it on the wiki.”
- “As far as I can tell, this is the story of some psychopath who wakes up and immediately goes on a rampage, killing half the remaining lucid people in this undead wasteland and subjugating the other half.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it catchy and enjoyable, while others describe it as loud, repetitive, and annoying. Many users express frustration over the inability to adjust the volume or turn off the music, leading to a distracting experience. Overall, while some appreciate the fun and humorous aspects of the soundtrack, a significant number of players criticize the recent changes and the lack of variety in the music.
- “This game is extremely fun, and the music is so catchy that it has been stuck in my head ever since I got it.”
- “The soundtrack still sends chills down my spine.”
- “The music in this game is great, and often resulted in a few laughs within our group.”
- “The music is outrageously loud for no reason.”
- “The new soundtrack makes me want to die.”
- “One of the most annoying and grating soundtracks I've ever heard.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including low framerates, frequent crashes, and numerous bugs. While some updates have improved performance slightly, the overall consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, making it frustrating to play even on capable hardware. Players express hope for future optimization improvements, but currently, the game's performance is a significant drawback.
- “A lot better than day one; it is a lot more optimized than it was when it was first released.”
- “So I played the new version and first I like how there is more optimization so I can play at 60+ fps at higher settings and I no longer drop fps when I go into the bathroom.”
- “With all the new game modes coming out, like the hungry games and the great dadlympics, and more optimization for older computers such as mine with an improved render engine that doesn't bug out the entire game, 'Who's Your Daddy' is worth the money and will be certain to give you many laughs.”
- “Overall it's a cool concept but the game is very poorly optimized and freezes up all the time.”
- “Very badly optimized, not worth the money, runs bad, screen sometimes turns black in mid-game, weird physics, not good.”
- “The game used to actually be playable; it's not even optimized anymore. I shouldn't be lagging and glitching on a 2080 Ti graphics card. It has so many glitches it's crazy.”
grinding
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a significant and often tedious aspect, with many players suggesting that it requires an excessive time commitment, likening it to needing a "second life." While some find the mechanics fun despite the grind, others express frustration with the repetitive nature of gameplay, particularly due to the limited game modes available. Overall, the grinding experience is described as either overwhelming or occasionally manageable, depending on the player's perspective.
- “No grinding needed.”
- “Decent grinding.”
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “While the one-on-one aspect is fun, having only one game mode does get tedious.”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is largely criticized, with many users noting that it offers limited content and novelty that wears off quickly. While some find it fun in short bursts, especially with friends, the general consensus is that it lacks substantial replay value, often described as having only a few hours of engaging gameplay. A few users mention potential for improvement and creative challenges, but many agree that the game currently does not encourage repeated play.
- “ Infinitely replayable (or almost)”
- “The gameplay and replay value is huge, but it would be amazing if the developers could quickly finish the rest of the rooms and possibly add more than one house to the game.”
- “For an early access game, 'Who's Your Daddy' is incredibly replayable, which is good, considering all there is is online play.”
- “It has no replay value; fun for a short time, but then you've seen it all.”
- “Has only 45 minutes of content and no replay value at all.”
- “But seriously though, there is absolutely no replay value.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits a wide range of reactions, from laughter and joy to discomfort and pain. While some players find it to be a heartwarming experience that evokes feelings of nostalgia and familial connection, others describe it as emotionally scarring or distressing. Overall, the game seems to provoke strong, often conflicting emotions, making it a unique but polarizing experience.
- “This game made me feel the experience of having a father in my life again.”
- “With stunning visuals and a heartwarming story, I spent 9000 hours just understanding the lore of the game. No game has touched my heart more than this.”
- “I cried for 3 days out of relief.”
monetization
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The game features no microtransactions or downloadable content (DLC), which users appreciate, suggesting that with some refinement and better advertising, it could become a more enjoyable experience. However, some players feel that the promotional material resembles an advertisement for condoms, which may detract from its appeal.
- “It doesn't have any microtransactions or any DLCs.”
- “It doesn't have any microtransactions or any DLCs.”
- “The ads make it look fun, and I'm sure some people find it funny.”
- “Like... it doesn't have any microtransactions or any DLCs...”
- “Also, a little refining and advertising could turn this into an extremely fun, silly game.”
character development
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Character development in the game is surprisingly impactful, with players expressing a strong emotional connection to the characters by the story's conclusion, despite the overall silly and exaggerated premise. The combination of superb graphics, immersive sound design, and engaging side quests further enhances the depth of character exploration, making the experience both comical and profound. However, the character designs themselves are noted to be quite terrifying, adding an intriguing contrast to the playful tone.
- “But, the character development in this short story is amazing since at the end I honestly felt what the characters were feeling (not stating specifics as to not ruin the story).”
- “Superb graphics that will make you question your own reality, convincing sounds really enforce the 3D environment, engaging side quests with in-depth character development.”
- “The character development in this game is truly impressive, allowing players to connect deeply with the characters and their journeys.”
- “The character design is terrifying.”
- “The game's over-the-top premise and exaggerated character designs give it a silly and playful vibe, but the character development feels shallow and unengaging.”
- “The exaggerated character designs detract from any meaningful character development, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its eerie and surreal visuals, which contribute to a unique and engaging experience. While some players find the graphics lacking, they believe this imperfection enhances the overall atmosphere, making the game more enjoyable, especially in a social setting.
- “Let's start with the game's eerie atmosphere and surreal visuals.”
- “It can be a bit fun for me because I got 2-3 people around here and it keeps the atmosphere lively enough.”
- “The graphics are awful, but it adds to the atmosphere of the game and makes it ten times funnier.”