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Capybara: The story of Sisyphus

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2024

Should you play it?

Capybara: The Story of Sisyphus is a game about a very lazy capybara who wants to take a bath at the top of the mountain. To do this, the capybara must gain speed and cling to the obstacles with a rope with a barrel so as not to fall!

What works

  • Unique and charming concept
  • Relaxing atmosphere and soundtrack
  • Accessible and simple controls
  • Free to play with achievements
  • Humorous and philosophical theme

Things to keep in mind

  • Repetitive gameplay and limited content
  • Poor optimization and bugs
  • Frustrating physics and controls
  • Lack of save points and progress saving
  • Absence of social or multiplayer features

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Capybara: The story of Sisyphus: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Creativity.

Last update: 24/08/2026