Dandy: A Candy Alchemist's Perma-Death Shoot 'Em Up

9/14/2026, 12:05:25 AM

Release date: 8/4/2015

Tags: #action #indie #shoot-'em-up #perma-death #difficult #roguelite

User Reviews

Score: 75%Mostly Positive
Review Count: 56 reviews
Fetched At: 9/14/2026, 12:05:26 AM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 980 (JPY)

Steam JP

$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 980
Global Price: $9.99
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Key highlight

Dandy is a perma-death, side-scrolling shoot 'em up with stacking power-ups, offering a unique roguelite experience with reactive enemies. It supports local co-op for up to 3 friends.

Who this is for

Dive into the peculiar adventure of Dandy, the candy alchemist, and survive with reactive enemies and stacking power-ups. Local co-op is available, making it a great choice to tackle with friends.

Details

Overview

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist is a deceptively charming, side-scrolling shoot 'em up that plunges players into a world of perma-death and stacking power-ups. Developed and published by wefiends, Inc., this indie title offers a challenging roguelite experience where every playthrough is unique. Players step into the shoes of Dandy, the last active candy alchemist, whose obsessive quest for ingredients led him to the ruins of an ancient world, ultimately resulting in his mysterious disappearance. This game invites you to catch a fleeting glimpse of his life and unravel the secrets of a forbidden land.

Highlights

Features a perma-death, side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay loop with a focus on stacking power-ups.
Offers a unique experience on every playthrough due to reactive enemies and procedurally generated elements.
Supports local co-op for up to 3 friends, with the addition of randomly created companions.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy challenging shoot 'em ups with roguelite elements. If you appreciate games that offer high replayability through varied power-up combinations and unpredictable enemy behavior, Dandy might be for you. Fans of local co-op experiences will also find enjoyment in teaming up with friends.