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About Dorothy's Job
Dorothy’s Job is a chaotic isometric twin-stick shooter from Bola 13 Studios, released on October 24, 2025. It drops you into a slapstick cleaning simulator where you wield mops, vacuums, and absurd tools to blast through hordes of enemies while scrubbing filth. The game’s humor leans into over-the-top violence and quirky level design, with Dorothy’s muscular maid persona adding to the absurdity. It’s a PC-only indie title that prioritizes fast-paced action over depth, blending arcade-style mechanics with a goofy aesthetic. The single-player campaign is all about surviving escalating waves of foes, making it a short but intense ride for fans of frenetic gameplay.
Gameplay
You control Dorothy with twin-stick aiming, darting between enemies while spraying disinfectant and swinging mops like baseball bats. Each level mixes combat and cleanup tasks, you must zap foes while scrubbing grime with tools that double as weapons. Vacuums suck up enemies, while pressure washers clear obstacles. The action is relentless, with respawning enemies and time limits forcing you to chain attacks and manage resources. Upgrades let you customize tools, but the real challenge is juggling movement, aiming, and environmental hazards. Sessions are short bursts of chaos, rarely exceeding 20 minutes, but the difficulty spikes sharply in later levels. It’s a game about reflexes and adaptability, not strategy.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 4.5/5, with 82% completing the campaign in 8.5 average hours. Community moods are split between "upbeat" (65%) and "overwhelmed" (30%), reflecting its steep difficulty curve. Critics praise the "hilarious chaos" and "refreshing absurdity" but note "repetitive level design." 72% of players unlocked all achievements in 15 hours, including a "Clean Sweep" trophy for finishing levels without taking damage. The game’s 93% completion rate on PC suggests accessibility despite its intensity. Reviews highlight the "addictive loop of failure and progress" but warn against expecting narrative depth.
PlayPile's Take
Dorothy’s Job is a high-energy arcade shooter best for players who thrive on quick sessions and don’t mind a punishing difficulty curve. It’s priced at $29.99, making achievements like 100% completion (72% of players succeed) feel earned. If you enjoy chaotic, weapon-spraying fun with a side of dark humor, this is for you. Skip it if you prefer strategic depth or slower pacing. The game’s charm wears thin after 10 hours, but as a $30 microadventure, it delivers a hilarious, if exhausting, ride.
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