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The Game of Sisyphus

Roll the boulder to the top.

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April 11, 2024
2 years and 113 days ago
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Mostly Positive853 reviews79.1%

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About the Game

"The struggle itself toward the heights is enough to fill a man's heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy. - Albert Camus"

Become Sisyphus and try to roll the boulder up the mountain. Numerous obstacles will hinder your progress. You can move using the arrow keys and adjust the direction in which you push the boulder with the left and right mouse buttons.

Features:

  • Of course, the boulder will always roll back down.
  • A variety of obstacles, including spikes, ice, scarecrows, bombs, and arrows, will obstruct your journey with the boulder.
  • Pay attention to the boulder's inertia. An abrupt change in direction to dodge obstacles may have irreversible consequences.
  • A selection of boulders is available. Earn new boulders as rewards for your efforts, including some that are significantly more difficult to move.



This game is an experience of the struggle of Sisyphus. It requires a great deal of patience for its slow-paced play.
In this game, even with mastery of the controls, you cannot move quickly.