WTMG’s Leo Faria: “Dinkum ain’t the most innovative or impressive life simulation out in the market, but it has just enough elements to make it feel more than just an Animal Crossing knockoff. Even if it’s a really slow-paced game, which requires a painful amount of patience from its players, it is also incredibly rewarding to see your little Australian-esque archipelago grow from a bunch of sand with kangaroos into a charming village full of friendly characters. Who this game is for is a completely different question – I can totally see its appeal on PC, but considering it’s also on the Switch, I guess its possible target audience is people who enjoy the gameplay from Animal Crossing, but with a bit more action, some minute stakes, and those looking for the most Australian game out there since 2015’s Mad Max.”
