Dad Quest

Name: Dad Quest
Rating: 8 (179 reviews)

Developer: Sundae Month

Publisher: Excalibur Games

Feb 23, 2017

Visual

pixel
side scroll
third person

Structure

ability gated
Has Hub

Summary

Embark on a great Dadventure in this unique comedy, story-based 2D platformer. Raise your child to become the weapon they were always meant to be.

Last updated September 28, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam Deck
- Steam

Resources

Links

IGDB

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- Differences
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