Sisyphos

Sisyphos

A game about pushing a rock

371 ratings
177 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 5, 2014
  • February 14, 2024

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Experience the Sisyphean task of pushing a rock uphill. This game offers a unique, philosophical challenge that explores themes of futility and perseverance. It's a minimalist yet profound gaming experience.

Push a rock uphill
Philosophical gameplay
Minimalist design
Humility and ego destruction themes
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What's New in Sisyphos

1.2

February 14, 2024

Sisyphos, the Greek grandmother of all fidget toys, now has a Fidget-Mode. No challenge, just the meditative joy of repeatedly tapping to move. One foot at a time. For all eternity.

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User reviews

Good but could be improved

Good, simple, polished experience. I wish I could listen to music at the same time though. I tried muting sound and it still wouldn’t allow Spotify to play

Trash

Worst platformer I have ever seen. The amount of tapping and patience required is daunting and meaningless, just like that idiot pushing a boulder.

Yay.

Literally just pushing a rock 👍

Good ‘game’

The best part about this app is how absolutely not fun it is. In a modern world where many struggle with phone addiction, the unstoppable urge to open social media right before bedtime, or to indulge in a few swipes to fill any moment of free time really, it almost feels good to force yourself to open up this app instead. Call it a variety of sadism, but this app gives me the option to punish myself for my desire to indulge, and tasting the eternal torment of Sisyphos teaches me every day that there is another reality where the release of serotonin in the brain is not a cheap commodity, but rather something earned only through blood sweat and tears, as it should be. This is not a game, but rather it is the exact of opposite of every other app available on the market. There are even apps that market themselves as alternatives to social media, but require a subscription to interact with them for more than ten minutes a day. Sisyphos does not pretend to provide you with anything except a free, stoic alternative to stimulation on demand, and for that it has my respect.
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why push

me push rock, rock fall, me sad, me push rock again, me know me won't succeed, but me push rock anyways,me not enjoy it, but me like it, me recomend

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Crashes or freezes

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Unresponsive controls

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Audio issues

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Requested Features

4 requests

Endless hill mode

Feature

Character customization options

Feature

Varied landscapes or biomes

Feature

Progression system or achievements

Feature

FAQ

What is Sisyphos?

Sisyphos is a game that simulates the experience of pushing a rock up a mountain. It's designed to be a philosophical and minimalist challenge, exploring themes of futility and perseverance.

What are the main features of Sisyphos?

The core feature is the act of pushing a rock uphill. The game is characterized by its minimalist design and its exploration of themes like humility and ego destruction, offering a unique, thought-provoking experience.

How much does Sisyphos cost?

The application is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may enhance the user experience or provide additional content.

What is the goal of the game?

The game's objective is to push a rock up a mountain, mirroring the myth of Sisyphus. It's less about a traditional win condition and more about the experience and philosophical reflection it provides.