- Rank
- #4 / 5
- Released
- 2011
- Studio
- Ska Studios
- Genre
- action game, psychological horror fiction
At a glance
The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a 2D action platformer from Ska Studios, released on Steam in 2017. It continues the story of 2009’s Dead Samurai and follows either Yuki, a prisoner with machine arms, or the reanimated samurai known as the Dishwasher. Their quest for vengeance targets three corrupted leaders: the Banker, the General and the Judge. The game emphasizes combo-driven action and uses a gritty graphic-novel-inspired visual style. Its listed Steam genres are action and indie, and it carries an 18 age rating. It supports single-player as well as multiplayer, PvP and co-op, with online and shared or split-screen options for both PvP and co-op. Cross-platform multiplayer is also listed. Available platforms are Windows, macOS and Linux. Ska Studios developed and published the game; it was originally released on Xbox 360 in 2011.
Who it is for
It suits players looking for a fast-paced 2D action platformer with a vengeance story and graphic-novel-inspired art. Its PvP and co-op options may appeal to players who want multiplayer as well as solo play.
What is good
- Choose between Yuki and the Dishwasher.
- Combo-focused 2D action platforming.
- Supports online PvP and online co-op.
- Cross-platform multiplayer is listed.
What to know first
- Carries an 18 age rating.
- The listed platforms are Windows, macOS and Linux.
Verdict
The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile offers two playable leads, a vengeance-driven story and both online and local multiplayer options. Its 18 rating is worth noting before choosing it.
Details
- Year
- 2011wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Developer
- Ska Studioswikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Genre
- action game, psychological horror fictionwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOSwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
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Listed on VGSources
- Every Game by Ska Studios5 listed
Sources
- wikidata.org/wiki/Q7730332· checked 3 Oct 2026
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dishwasher:_Vampire_Smile· checked 2 Oct 2026
- store.steampowered.com/app/268990/· checked 3 Oct 2026