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Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator

Title
Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator
AliasesDDADDS
Play timeMedium (11h54m from 4 votes)
DeveloperGame Grumps
PublishersGame Grumps & Love Lab
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Description

Dream Daddy is a game where you play as a Dad and your goal is to meet and romance other hot Dads. You and your daughter have just moved into the sleepy seaside town of Maple Bay only to discover that everyone in your neighborhood is a single, dateable Dad! Will you go out with Teacher Dad? Goth Dad? Bad Dad? Or any of the other cool Dads in this game? With mini games, side quests, and a variety of paths and endings, Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator is this year's most anticipated Dad-based game.

[From Steam]

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Protagonist

Main characters

Brian Harding
AliasesRival Dad
HairArm Hair, Armpit Hair, Beard, Chest Hair, Orange, Parted to Side, Short, Thick Eyebrows, Wavy
EyesTeal
BodyAdult, Freckles, Overweight, Pale
ClothesAloha Shirt, Shorts, Tank Top
PersonalityCompetitive, Dog Person, Friendly, Kind
RoleAmerican, Father, Homosexual, Pet Owner
Engages inCompetition, Fishing, Golf, Sports
Voiced byBarry Kramer

Description

Likes:

Bragging about his child's accomplishments
Poker night with the boys
Corgis

Dislikes:

Being bested at dad stuff
When his dog digs up his award-winning garden
Being the little spoon

Craig Cahn
AliasesFitness Dad
HairBrown, Eyebrow Slits, Mohawk, No Bangs, Short, Straight, Thick Eyebrows, Undercut
EyesBrown, Hosome, Shadowed
BodyAdult, Muscular, Olive, Tall
ClothesArmband, Headphones, Shirt, Sweatpants, Watch
ItemsMobile Phone
RoleAmerican, Bisexual, Coach, Divorcee, Father, Friend
Engages inSwimming, Working Out
Voiced byNathan Sharp

Description

Likes:

Coaching softball
Doing push-ups with his daughters on his back
Brunch with a bro

Dislikes:

Rest days
Improper stretching techniques
When his twins pretend to be each other

Damien Bloodmarch
AliasesGoth Dad
HairBlack, Long, No Bangs, Parted to Side, Straight
EyesHosome, Pink
BodyMakeup, Nail Polish, Pale, Slim
ClothesBlouse, Cloak, Cravat, Earrings, Gothic, Knee-high Boots, Trousers, Vest
ItemsCross
PersonalityDog Person, Old-fashioned
RoleAmerican, Father, Homosexual, Painter, Technician, Vegetarian, Wealthy
Voiced byJason Larock

Description

Likes:

The Victorian Era (c. 1837 - 1901)
Hanging out in graveyards
Taxidermy

Dislikes:

When people call his cloak a cape
The Edwardian Era (c. 1901 - 1910)
Garlic bread

Hugo Vega
AliasesTeacher Dad
HairBrown, Chest Hair, Half Updo, Moustache, Shoulder-length, Stubble, Thick Eyebrows, Wavy
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyDark, Toned, Young-adult
ClothesBow Tie, Dress Shoes, Formal Shirt, Glasses, Jacket, Trousers, Vest
PersonalityBookworm, Friendly, Puns
RoleAmerican, Divorcee, Father, Full Brother, Hispanic, Homosexual, Teacher, Writer
Engages inReading
Voiced byRay Narvaez Jr.

Description

Likes:

Discussing wine + cheese pairings
Kissing in art galleries
The smell of books

Dislikes:

Unfaithful film adaptations of good novels
When his son vapes in his car
Teaching summer school

Joseph Christiansen
AliasesCool Youth Minister Dad
HairBlond, No Bangs, Parted to Side, Short, Straight, Thick Eyebrows
EyesBlue, Hosome
BodyPale, Tattoo, Toned, Young-adult
ClothesBelt, Coat Cape, Polo Shirt, Trousers
PersonalityFamily Oriented, Friendly, Religious
RoleAmerican, Baker, Bisexual, Father, Husband, Neighbor
Engages inBoating, Bondage, Cooking, Dancing, Flirting, Infidelity
Subject ofUnhealthy Relationship
Engages in (Sexual)Off-screen Sex Only
Voiced byArin Hanson

Description

Likes:

Baking with the kids
Extensive knowledge of knot tying
Doing kickflips

Dislikes:

Lost salt shakers
When dads don't get along
When people think that crocs are acceptable boat shoes

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Mat Sella
AliasesCool Dad
HairAfro-textured, Beard, Dreadlocks, Half Updo, Shoulder-length
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyDark, Male Cleavage, Tattoo, Toned, Young-adult
ClothesBelt, Bracelet, Earrings, Glasses, Hair Tie, Jacket, Shirt, Trousers, Watch
PersonalityFriendly, Kind, Puns, Relaxed, Shy
RoleAmerican, Bisexual, Father, Shopkeeper, Widower
Voiced byChris P. Bacon

Description

Likes:

Daddy/daughter concerts
Putting foam hearts in people's lattes
Making mixtapes

Dislikes:

Weak coffee
People who don't handle records carefully
Feeling uncomfortable in most social settings

Side characters

Amanda
AliasesManda Panda, Dadmanda
MeasurementsHeight: 173cm
Birthday22 March
Age18
HairBrown, Ponytail, Short, Short Bangs, Sidehair, Straight
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyFreckles, Olive, Slim, Small Breasts, Teen
ClothesJacket, Pendant Necklace, Ribbon Headband, Trousers, T-shirt
PersonalityCheerful, Dog Person, Energetic, Friendly, Immature, Kind, Mischievous, Moody, Secretive, Smart
RoleAmerican, Ane Act, Daughter, Friend, Half-orphan, High School Student, Non-blood-related Daughter
Engages inMoving, Photography
Voiced byErika Ishii

Description

Amanda Ann is the player's 18-year-old daughter and a high school senior who moves with her father to Maple Bay. She loves dogs and art, especially photography.

Chris Christiansen
HairBlond, Parted to Side, Short, Straight
EyesJitome
BodyKid, Pale, Slim
ClothesKnee-high Socks, Shorts, T-shirt
RoleAmerican, Older Brother, Son
Subject ofMuteness

Description

Chris is the oldest son of Joseph and Mary. He doesn't speak very much to the player and often responds with sighs and shrugs. Since Chris is older than his siblings, he may be aware that his parents' marriage is strained.

[From the Wiki.]

Christian Christiansen
HairBlond, No Bangs, Parted to Side, Short, Straight
EyesBlue, Jitome
BodyKid, Pale, Slim
ClothesPolo Shirt, Short Shorts
PersonalityStrange
RoleAmerican, Based on a Fictional Character, Middle Brother, Older Brother, Son, Twin Brother, Younger Brother
Subject ofMuteness

Description

Christian is the son of Joseph and Mary and Christie's twin brother. At Joseph's cookout, they creep Amanda and the player character out by saying "Won't you come play with us?" and "Come play with us. Forever", which is a reference to Stanley Kubrick's movie "The Shining."

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[From the Wiki.]

Christine Christiansen
AliasesChristie
HairBlond, Long, Parted to Side, Straight
EyesBlue, Jitome
BodyFlat Chest, Kid, Pale, Slim
ClothesBody Ribbon, Dress, Hair Flower, Puffy Sleeves
PersonalityStrange
RoleAmerican, Based on a Fictional Character, Daughter, Middle Sister, Older Sister, Twin Sister, Younger Sister
Subject ofMuteness

Description

Christie is the daughter of Joseph and Mary and Christian's twin sister. At Joseph's cookout, they creep Amanda and the player character out by saying "Won't you come play with us?" and "Come play with us. Forever", which is a reference to Stanley Kubrick's movie "The Shining." It is revealed in the 'Poker Night' extra that Christie's full name is Christine.

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[From the Wiki.]

Daisy Harding
Age10
HairNo Bangs, Orange, Parted to Side, Shoulder-length, Twin Tails, Wavy
EyesGreen, Tareme
BodyFlat Chest, Freckles, Kid, Overweight, Pale
ClothesHair Tie, Pendant Necklace, Shirt, Trousers
PersonalityGenius, Nature Lover, Quiet
RoleAmerican, Daughter, Elementary School Student, Friend, Lonely
Engages inCompetition

Description

Daisy is the 10-year-old daughter of Brian. Based on what Brian discloses, she is incredibly smart but has trouble connecting with children around her age. During the dates with Brian, she and Amanda form a friendship and collectively dislike their parents' need to compete with each other.

[From the Wiki.]

Ernest Hemmingway Vega
HairBrown, Moustache, Shaggy, Short, V Bangs, Wavy
EyesBrown, Jitome
BodyAcne, Dark, Slim, Teen
ClothesHoodie, Shirt, Trousers
ItemsElectronic Cigarrette
PersonalityIdiot, Moody, Rebellious, Rude
RoleAmerican, Bad Student, Eighth Grader, Musician, Son
Engages inRecreational Drug Use
Subject ofUnhealthy Relationship

Description

Ernest is the son of Hugo. He's a snappy, moody teenager who harbors a severe hatred towards authoritative figures, which has caused a rift between him and his father. However, he also has a softer side to him.

[From the Wiki.]

Lucien Bloodmarch
HairGrey, Short, Straight, Undercut
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyEyebrow Piercing, Lip Piercing, Makeup, Nail Polish, Pale, Slim, Tattoo, Teen
ClothesBelt, Bracelet, Multiple Earrings, Trousers, T-shirt
PersonalityDishonest, Grumbler, Rebellious
RoleAmerican, Bad Student, High School Student, Son
Subject ofAllergies

Description

Lucien is the son of Damien. The first time you see him, he is described as a 'low-rent Gerard Way'. Despite being a rebellious teenager, he seems to have a loving relationship with his dad, as seen in dialogue during the first date with Damien and at the player's graduation party for Amanda.

[From the Wiki.]

Mary Christiansen
HairBlond, Brown, Long, Parted to Side, Wavy
EyesBrown, Hosome, Shadowed
BodyAdult, Big Breasts, Makeup, Pale, Slim, Wrinkles
ClothesCross Necklace, Earrings, Headband, Ring, Skirt, Turtleneck Sweater
PersonalityGloomy, Religious
RoleAmerican, Friend, Mother, Wife
Engages inAlcohol Abuse, Sarcasm
Subject ofUnhealthy Relationship
Voiced byErin Schmalfeld

Description

Mary is the wife of Joseph and the mother of Chris, Christian, Christie, and Crish.

Mary makes several appearances throughout the game, usually either intoxicated or behaving inappropriately. She appears neglectful towards her children and is outright hostile towards Joseph, at one point telling the player he is better at "pretending to be happy" in their marriage than she is.

Mary is friends with Robert and spends most evenings at the bar with him. <hidden by spoiler settings>

[From the Wiki.]

Quizzmaster Quinn
AliasesRichard, Spinmaster Quinn, Tourmaster Quinn
HairBrown, Short, Soul Patch, Wavy
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyFang, Pale, Young-adult
ClothesBaseball Cap, Hoodie, Polo Shirt, Sunglasses, Trousers
ItemsMicrophone
PersonalityCheerful, Idiot, Low Self-esteem, Pretending
RoleAmerican, DJ, Guide, Husband
Subject ofClinical Depression, Unhealthy Relationship
Voiced byDr. Brian Wecht

Description

Quinn appears in several routes. He is found on your second date with Hugo, hosting trivia night in Charcutiepie. On Joseph's second date, Quinn is working as a DJ for the youth group mixer. On your final date with Robert, Quinn is leading a haunted tour of Maple Bay.

He is mentioned to have several more jobs, has a business card and, as we learn in some routes, a rocky relationship with his wife.

[From TVTropes and the Wiki.]

River Cahn
HairBrown, Short, Wavy
EyesBrown, Round
BodyFlat Chest, Infant, Olive, Overweight
ClothesBeanie, Shirt, Trousers
ItemsStuffed Toy
PersonalityRelaxed
RoleAmerican, Daughter, Younger Sister
Subject ofPiggyback Ride

Description

River is the youngest daughter of Craig and Ashley and the younger sister of Briar and Hazel. She most often accompanies Craig during his daily runs, providing support while strapped to his chest. Craig will often move River's hands for her to wave to others or to cheer himself on. River does not seem to mind this.

[From the Wiki.]

Make an appearance

Maxwell
AliasesDog
EyesBrown
ClothesBandanna
PersonalityFriendly
RoleDog, Pet

Description

Brian's pet.

Val Small
Age24
HairBraid, Brown, Long, No Bangs, Parted to Side, Wavy
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyMakeup, Medium Breasts, Mole, Nail Polish, Olive, Slim, Young-adult
ClothesArtificial Nails, Belt, Earrings, Fishnet Pantyhose, Hair Tie, Miniskirt, Necklace, Ring, Shirt, Sunglasses, Trench Coat
PersonalityKind, Mature, Mischievous
RoleAmerican, Daughter, Girlfriend, Half-orphan, Homosexual, Professional Photographer
Voiced bySuzy Berhow

Description

Val is the only daughter of Robert. A professional photographer, she lives apart from the rest of the cast in New York City. <hidden by spoiler settings>