Reception

Dinkum ain’t the most innovative or impressive life simulation out in the market, but it has just enough elements to make it feel more than just an Animal Crossing knockoff. Even if it’s a really slow-paced game, which requires a painful amount of patience from its players, it is also incredibly rewarding to see your little Australian-esque archipelago...

"Exceptional Freedom in Settlement Building" Dinkum offers a rich simulation and survival experience, with a focus on long-term development and building a fully integrated community with considerable freedom. The game provides a sense of personal achievement and strategic planning, with mild control challenges and a slow start, but it's an excellent...

On paper, Dinkum sounded like my ideal kind of game. I had anticipated that it would be a bit rough around the edges and that the blocky visuals wouldn’t appeal to me, but with the right kind of simulation gameplay, that would be fine. After playing it, it’s clear this is an impressive game, especially considering it’s made by a solo developer. However,...