Tanuki Sunset similar games & best alternatives

Tanuki Sunset

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Web browser • 2020

Should you play it?

Master the longboard as you drift through stunning mountain ranges, swerve through bustling city streets, and along the sandy beaches of Sunset Island. Train to perform epic tricks, from jumping off-ramp to longboarding backwards. Grab Your Longboard and Race to the Top in Tanuki Sunset!

What works
  • Chill and relaxing vibe
  • Great soundtrack and aesthetics
  • Fun and skillful gameplay
  • Customization options
  • Polished controls and visuals
Things to keep in mind
  • Limited content and short story
  • Some bugs and achievement issues
  • Repetitive music tracks
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Price considered high by some

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Sayonara Wild Hearts

  • Defunct

  • Absolute Drift

  • Skate Story

  • JDM: Japanese Drift Master

  • Ninja Pizza Girl

  • OlliOlli World

  • Frogun

  • Lunistice
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Ninja Pizza Girl

  • Frogun

  • Tadpole Treble
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Escapism

    Exo One
  • Relaxation

    Sword of the Sea
  • Autonomy

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Similarity map

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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

  • Purple star: this page’s game — everything on the map is relative to it.
  • Coloured chips: click to highlight games that mainly differ on that motivation; click again to reset.
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  • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Tanuki Sunset: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status, Expression.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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    "Players have freedom to choose class, stats, gear, and play style with many options and strategies."

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    "Players have freedom to choose gear, customize outfits, and decide their own pace and style of play."

  • Competence

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  • Competition

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    "Includes leaderboards and daily challenges but most play is focused on personal progression and pacing."

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  • Continuation

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    "Some players report replay value and addictive fun, but others note limited content and short sessions."

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  • Cooperation

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  • Creativity

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  • Domination

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    "No evidence of dominating others; interactions are solo and respectful."

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    "No indications of dominating others; interactions are friendly or solo."

  • Escapism

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    "Strongly described as a relaxing, meditative, and immersive escape from real life stress."

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  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, not out of obligation."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Players try different gear combinations and skill upgrades; exploration of hidden areas encourages experimentation."

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    "Players try different tricks, gear combinations, and routes; some procedural level variation encourages experimentation."

  • Exploration

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    "Some discovery in new zones and special stages, but many levels are familiar or reworked from older games."

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  • Expression

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    "Extensive outfit and skateboard customization supports player self-expression."

  • Fantasy

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    "Colorful, cartoonish graphics and imaginative abilities create a playful, fictional experience."

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  • Fellowship

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    "Minimal social interaction; mostly solo play with limited community engagement beyond leaderboards."

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  • Growth

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    "Players develop skills in fast reaction, reading, and game mechanics; some report learning curve and mastery."

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    "Players develop skills in controls, timing, and tricks; some report learning curve and mastery."

  • Health

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or rehab elements."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires focused attention during runs; not a background or idle game."

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  • Intimacy

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    "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing."

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  • Leadership

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    "No leadership or group management roles present."

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  • Progression

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    "Players accumulate currency to unlock costumes and upgrades, progressing through story and modes."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Widely described as a relaxing, chill, and meditative experience with soothing music and visuals."

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  • Sensation

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    "Visuals, music, and smooth movement provide sensory stimulation and emotional enjoyment."

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  • Status

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    "Some leaderboard presence but minimal social recognition or status emphasis."

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  • Story

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  • Strategy

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    "Some planning needed for route and combat, but overall straightforward gameplay."

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  • Thrill

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    "Increasing speed and difficulty create moments of tension and excitement."

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  • Value

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    "Mixed opinions on price versus content; some find it worth full price, others recommend waiting for sale."

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  • Violence

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    "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus on constructive and playful activities."

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  • Survival

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    "Low risk environment; failure results in restart but no survival mechanics or resource management."

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