{{Short description|2013 video game}} {{Infobox video game | title = Dollar Dash | image = Dollar Dash cover.jpg | developer = Candygun Games | publisher = Kalypso Media | engine = Unreal Engine 3 | platforms = Xbox 360 (XBLA)<br>PlayStation 3<br>Windows<br>macOS | released = '''Xbox 360'''<br>{{Video game release|WW|March 6, 2013|}}'''PlayStation 3'''<br>{{Video game release|NA|March 19, 2013|EU|March 20, 2013|}}'''Windows and macOS'''<br>''Steam''<br>{{Video game release|WW|March 6, 2013|}}''Desura''<br>{{Video game release|WW|February 5, 2014|}} | genre = Action | modes = Single-player, Multiplayer | director = Roger Joswig<br>Jens Jankuhn | producer = Andrew R. McKerrow | caption = Cover art on the Xbox Live Marketplace }} '''''Dollar Dash''''' is an action video game developed by German studio Candygun Games and published by Kalypso Media.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Candygun Games Licenses Epic Games' Unreal Engine 3 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2011/05/10/candygun-games-licenses-epic-games-unreal-engine-3 |date=May 10, 2011 |access-date=January 12, 2024 |website=IGN |archive-date=January 12, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240112221901/https://www.ign.com/articles/2011/05/10/candygun-games-licenses-epic-games-unreal-engine-3 |url-status=live }}</ref> It was released on March 6, 2013 (worldwide) for the Xbox 360, on March 19, 2013 in North America and March 20, 2013 in Europe and Australia for the PlayStation 3. The game was also released for Windows and macOS on March 6, 2013 via Steam and on February 5, 2014 via Desura.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dollar Dash Release Information for PlayStation 3 - GameFAQs |url=https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/ps3/673454-dollar-dash/data |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=gamefaqs.gamespot.com |archive-date=2023-12-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183316/https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/ps3/673454-dollar-dash/data |url-status=live }}</ref>
== Gameplay == The game can be played with up to four players (local or online) and features three different game modes: ''Dollar Dash'', ''Hit 'n' Run'', and ''Save the Safe''.
In ''Dollar Dash'' mode, players race around a top-down map collecting cash while trying to avoid other players and obstacles. Players can use power-ups to attack, defend themselves, or outrun their opponents. At set intervals, players can drop off the cash they've collected with a van to score points. The game ends when one player has reached a certain number of points or when the time runs out. left|thumb|221x221px|A screenshot from the game, from the ''Dollar Dash'' mode In ''Hit 'n' Run'' mode, players must collect as much cash as possible while driving a car. Players can use power-ups to attack other players, slow them down, or boost their own speed. The game ends when one player has reached a certain number of points or when the time runs out.
In ''Save the Safe'' mode, one player is designated as the banker and must protect the safe while the other players try to steal it. The banker can use power-ups to defend the safe, while the other players can use power-ups to attack the safe or the banker. The game ends when the safe is stolen or when the time runs out.
=== Downloadable content === The ''More Ways to Win'' DLC pack includes a new game mode called ''Topscorer''. This mode features six maps and new in-game shop content, including costumes, victory dances, and icons. In ''Topscorer'', each player carries a money bag that can hold up to $1,000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dollar Dash - More Ways to Win DLC {{!}} PC Steam Downloadable Content |url=https://www.fanatical.com/en/dlc/dollar-dash-more-ways-to-win |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=Fanatical |language=en |archive-date=2023-12-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183318/https://www.fanatical.com/en/dlc/dollar-dash-more-ways-to-win |url-status=live }}</ref> The ''Robber's Toolkit'' DLC pack includes new weapons, upgrades, and shop items.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dollar Dash - Robber's Toolkit DLC {{!}} PC Steam Downloadable Content |url=https://www.fanatical.com/en/dlc/dollar-dash-robbers-tool-kit-dlc |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=Fanatical |language=en |archive-date=2023-12-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183317/https://www.fanatical.com/en/dlc/dollar-dash-robbers-tool-kit-dlc |url-status=live }}</ref>
The ''Winter Pack'' includes five Christmas-themed maps and a variety of festive shop items. Players can equip their character with a Santa hat, Santa beard, and other items as they collect presents instead of dollars. The ''Summer Pack'' includes four summer-themed maps and a variety of beach-themed shop items. Players can equip their character with a Hawaiian shirt, sunglasses, and other items as they collect seashells instead of dollars.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Dollar Dash - Winter Pack |first=2Game |title=2GAME |url=https://2game.com/in/dollar-dash-winter-pack-dlc |access-date=December 25, 2023 |website=2GAME}}</ref>
== Reception == {{video game reviews | PC = true | X360 = true | PS3 = true | MC_PC = 48/100<ref name="MCPC">{{cite web|url= https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=pc|title= Dollar Dash (PC)|website= Metacritic|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183329/https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=pc|url-status= live}}</ref> | MC_PS3 = 55/100<ref name="MCPS3">{{cite web|url= https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-3|title= Dollar Dash (PlayStation 3)|website= Metacritic|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183328/https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-3|url-status= live}}</ref> | MC_X360 = 49/100<ref name="MCX360">{{cite web|url= https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox-360|title= Dollar Dash (Xbox 360)|website= Metacritic|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183325/https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox-360|url-status= live}}</ref> | 4P_PC = 51%<ref name=4PPC>{{cite web|url= https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Allgemein/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Allgemein/32562/79544/Dollar_Dash.html|title= Test: Dollar Dash (PC)|last= Oertel|first= Mathias|date= March 12, 2013|work= 4Players.de|access-date= February 6, 2024|archive-date= February 6, 2024|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20240206061316/https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Allgemein/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Allgemein/32562/79544/Dollar_Dash.html|url-status= live}}</ref> | 4P_X360 = 51%<ref name=4PX360>{{cite web|url= https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Allgemein/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Allgemein/32562/79544/Dollar_Dash.html|title= Test: Dollar Dash (Xbox 360)|last= Oertel|first= Mathias|date= March 12, 2013|work= 4Players.de|access-date= February 6, 2024|archive-date= February 6, 2024|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20240206061316/https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Allgemein/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Allgemein/32562/79544/Dollar_Dash.html|url-status= live}}</ref> | Destruct_PC = 6/10<ref name=Des>{{cite web|url= https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-dollar-dash/|title= Review: Dollar Dash|last= Carter|first= Chris|date= March 6, 2013|work= Destructoid|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183316/https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-dollar-dash/|url-status= live}}</ref> | Destruct_PS3 = 6/10<ref name=Des/> | Destruct_X360 = 6/10<ref name=Des/> | EGM_X360 = 5/10<ref name="EGMX360">{{cite magazine |url= https://egmnow.com/egm-review-dollar-dash/|title= Dollar Dash (Xbox 360)|magazine= Electronic Gaming Monthly|access-date=December 25, 2023}}</ref> | GI_X360 = 6/10<ref name=GI360>{{cite magazine|url= https://www.gameinformer.com/games/dollar_dash/b/xbox360/archive/2013/03/06/pick-up-and-play-and-put-down.aspx|title= Pick Up And Play And Put Down|last= Hilliard|first= Kyle|date= March 6, 2013|magazine= Game Informer|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183318/https://www.gameinformer.com/games/dollar_dash/b/xbox360/archive/2013/03/06/pick-up-and-play-and-put-down.aspx|url-status= live}}</ref> | GMaster_X360 = 2.6/10<ref name="GMasterX3602">{{cite magazine|magazine= GamesMaster|title=Dollar Dash|date=May 2013|page=77}}</ref> | IGN_PC = 4.8/10<ref name=IGN>{{cite web|url= https://www.ign.com/articles/2013/03/09/dollar-dash-review|title= Dollar Dash (PC)|last= Cocke|first= Taylor|date= March 9, 2013|work= IGN|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183316/https://www.ign.com/articles/2013/03/09/dollar-dash-review|url-status= live}}</ref> | IGN_PS3 = 4.8/10<ref name=IGN/> | IGN_X360 = 4.8/10<ref name=IGN/> | OPMUK_PS3 = 5.5/10<ref name=OPMUKPS3>{{cite magazine|magazine= PlayStation Official Magazine - UK|title=Dollar Dash|date=May 2013|page=96}}</ref> | OXMUK_X360 = 4/10<ref name=OXMUKX360>{{cite magazine|magazine= Official Xbox Magazine (UK)|title=Dollar Dash|date=May 2013|page=85}}</ref> | OXM_X360 = 4/10<ref name=OXMX360>{{cite magazine|magazine= Official Xbox Magazine (US)|title=Dollar Dash|date=May 2013|page=85}}</ref> | VB_PC = 51/100<ref name=VB>{{cite web|url= https://venturebeat.com/games/dollar-dash-review/|title= Dollar Dash is not worth your dimes|last= Grubb|first= Jeff|date= March 6, 2013|work= VentureBeat|access-date= December 25, 2023|archive-date= December 25, 2023|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183316/https://venturebeat.com/games/dollar-dash-review/|url-status= live}}</ref> | VB_PS3 = 51/100<ref name=VB/> | VB_X360 = 51/100<ref name=VB/> | na = true }} ''Dollar Dash'' received "generally unfavorable" reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dollar Dash |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/ |access-date=December 25, 2023 |website=www.metacritic.com |language=en |archive-date=2023-12-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231225183326/https://www.metacritic.com/game/dollar-dash/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
Chris Carter at ''Destructoid'' stated that "If you're not a mega-fan of the genre though, it's probably best to keep your dollars in your wallet."<ref name=Des/>
Kyle Hilliard at ''Game Informer'' stated that "''Dollar Dash'' is a simple experience with only three modes. Each level is unique, but the combat feels shallow. Fun can be had in the chaos, making it decent to pick up and play for a few matches, but it lacks lasting appeal…unless you're really into novelty customization items like afro wigs and aviator sunglasses."<ref name=GI360/> ''GamesMaster'' gave ''Dollar Dash'' a "yawn" in their magazine.<ref name="GMasterX3602" />
Taylor Cocke at ''IGN'' stated that "There isn't a whole lot to ''Dollar Dash''. It's a simple game about running around, grabbing stuff, and throwing things at friends, and it goes totally overboard with it. With no significant depth or cleverness to it, it's easy for the annoying gameplay imbalances and control issues to ruin the whole thing."<ref name=IGN/>
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