Octodad: Dadliest Catch

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 254 Ratings

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  • Summary: Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a game about destruction, deception, and fatherhood. The player controls Octodad, a dapper octopus masquerading as a human, as he goes about his life. Octodad's existence is a constant struggle, as he must master mundane tasks with his unwieldy boneless tentaclesOctodad: Dadliest Catch is a game about destruction, deception, and fatherhood. The player controls Octodad, a dapper octopus masquerading as a human, as he goes about his life. Octodad's existence is a constant struggle, as he must master mundane tasks with his unwieldy boneless tentacles while simultaneously keeping his cephalopodan nature a secret from his human family.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 44
  3. Negative: 2 out of 44
  1. GamesBeat
    Jan 30, 2014
    91
    Octodad is a great example of a game that conveys a message through gameplay. In conjunction with its story, characters, and setting, the controls offer an empathetic look into the life of an extreme outsider trying to fit in and trying to do right by his family...I love that. Gaming is growing up, and Octodad is some of the best evidence of that.
  2. VideoGamer
    Jan 30, 2014
    80
    Octodad is an engaging, unique game which crashes the everyday and the uncanny head-on with aplomb, and one particularly enjoyable to onlookers. Simple tasks inevitably degenerate into Buster Keaton-evoking farces – with soundtrack nods to silent film accompanists to boot – and my only gripes with Dadliest Catch are an occasionally wayward camera and a few cruel difficulty spikes necessitating repetition of short sections ad nauseam. Otherwise, it’s a blast.
  3. GameTrailers
    Feb 4, 2014
    80
    It keeps you laughing with the sheer absurdity of its lead character, the not-so-subtle references, and fumbling physical comedy that's made all the more potent through your participation. Like a plate of sushi, it might seem a bit pricey for what you get, but it's worth paying a small premium for a fresh catch.
  4. GamesRadar+
    Jan 30, 2014
    70
    It might be brief, but Octodad is definitely worth checking out for anyone interested in a charming, hilarious experience. Also, you get to play as an octopus, which... you know, is pretty awesome.
  5. God is a Geek
    Feb 10, 2014
    70
    Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a rare beast, then, because it made me laugh out loud the first moment that I ambled down the aisle to meet my doting bride-to-be.
  6. Vandal
    Feb 3, 2014
    70
    A very fun and original experience, that, even if it's quite short, is very satisfying.
  7. Games Master UK
    Mar 10, 2014
    40
    A sloppy and surprisingly unimaginative journey through a dreary world. [Apr 2014, p.64]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 48
  3. Negative: 6 out of 48
  1. Luchsius
    Jan 30, 2014
    10
    A Metascore of 70 for Octodad? Are you kidding me? There are 2 things, you have to give 10/10 no matter what, Surgeon Simulator and OctodadA Metascore of 70 for Octodad? Are you kidding me? There are 2 things, you have to give 10/10 no matter what, Surgeon Simulator and Octodad (Duke Nukem somehow too, because it's Duke Nukem...). These games may not be executed the best possible way but they form a gaming culture with fresh and unused mechanics. They bug out and have no real depth, but they try something new with crazy ragdoll physics and are therefore fun. And that's all that matters when it comes down to games like Octodad, give the player a fun and enjoying time. Octodad: Dadliest Catch achieves that!… Expand
  2. MisterSushi7
    Dec 23, 2014
    9
    Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a really fun game. The gameplay is unique and challenging, and it gives you a sense of how difficult it must be forOctodad: Dadliest Catch is a really fun game. The gameplay is unique and challenging, and it gives you a sense of how difficult it must be for an octopus to live on land. The storyline is charming, and it has you following an octopus who has to live life as a human. And did I mention that the voice acting is superb? However, I was craving more content long after the credits roll. The game is pretty short. The graphics aren't perfect, but the charm that the game brings is enough to make it not bother you. Overall, Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon, with a cute story and unique gameplay.… Expand
  4. TheLurkingKing
    Feb 11, 2014
    8
    "Octodad: Dadliest Catch" is something unique. It was a really funny experience and like you can't go 3 minutes into the game without laughing"Octodad: Dadliest Catch" is something unique. It was a really funny experience and like you can't go 3 minutes into the game without laughing at something weird. The controls are kinda a downside, they are weird and difficult to control at some points. Some of the mission objectives doesn't gives you a direction or a map to find where you are supposed to go and that's kinda lame. But Octodad is a very neat experience for those who want a bizzare yet fun experience.… Expand
  5. Nucacola
    Feb 1, 2014
    8
    One of the silliest games I've ever played! The controls are a good challenge and are balanced just right to prevent you from raging enoughOne of the silliest games I've ever played! The controls are a good challenge and are balanced just right to prevent you from raging enough that you to burst a blood vessel in your forehead in frustration. The game has some nice clean humor that isn't just sex jokes or blatantly unintelligent pop culture references, which is surprisingly refreshing.… Expand
  6. SanctuaryCat
    Jun 14, 2015
    7
    A fun yet short romp through some interactive environments as you battle to appear human yet control like an octopus. Performing mundane dayA fun yet short romp through some interactive environments as you battle to appear human yet control like an octopus. Performing mundane day to day tasks often descends into hilarity; but sometimes the game does descend into frustrating cycles as you battle the control system. These are thankfully balanced with the brilliant use of humour throughout. A game as silly as its control system and not one bit ashamed of it!… Expand
  7. ALKWSZYZ
    Feb 26, 2022
    7
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  8. HypeFree
    Sep 23, 2016
    0
    This game's design is essentially 'be as contemptuous as possible to the person playing'. Buggy, infuriating to control (yes, I 'get' thatThis game's design is essentially 'be as contemptuous as possible to the person playing'. Buggy, infuriating to control (yes, I 'get' that that's 'the point'), visually poor, and the dialogue is so so bad. Pure youtube let's player/ tween memer fodder, as is reflected in the 'positive' review numbers. Save yourself the headache.… Expand

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