Underplayed Gems

Sumoman (2017)

Sumoman cover
Developer
Tequilabyte Studio
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.0 of 5, 640 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A clumsy sumo wrestler navigates destructible physics-based puzzles with time reversal in a colorful, ancient Japan setting.

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What players say

Players call Sumoman a physics-heavy platformer built around a clumsy sumo wrestler, where falling over is often fatal. The controls divide them: some enjoy the deliberate clumsiness, while others find it frustrating and imprecise. Co-op is widely recommended for chaotic fun, and the game runs well on Steam Deck, though some report performance issues on Mac and Linux.

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