The world of indie games is full of unexpected gems, but every now and then, something comes along that's so bizarrely wholesome it demands attention. Enter Proud Dad Simulator, a game where your main objective is to receive positive affirmations from Dad. And somehow, it works.
Launching March 6, 2025 on PC, Proud Dad Simulator is exactly what it sounds like: a clicker game where you tap on Dad, and he tells you how proud he is of you. But under that incredibly simple premise, developer BitMeister has layered in some unexpectedly entertaining mini-challenges.
A Game That Just Wants You to Feel Good
At its core, Proud Dad Simulator is about positive reinforcement. Click on Dad, and he'll throw out one of 12 different affirmations. For those who need a quick morale boost, there's also Porta-Dad Mode, which lets you summon a pocket-sized Dad at any time. We've officially peaked.
Dadware: The Most Chaotic Set of Mini-Games Since WarioWare
Proud Dad Simulator also features Dadware, a collection of 10 dad-centric microgames ranging from the perfect golf swing to parallel parking mastery. Each success earns more affirmations, because in this game, validation is currency.
Can You Become Dad's Favorite?
The real endgame is securing the title of Dad's Favorite—an honor reserved for those who collect every affirmation and complete every challenge. Developer BitMeister somehow took a throwaway joke and turned it into an actual game with actual mechanics and actual replay value.
