Indie · 2016
That Dragon, Cancer
"This is where we go to remember our son Joel, up through here along this path. We want to show you who he was, and how his life changed us. Can we walk here together for a while?" A videogame developer's love letter to his son; an immersive narrative driven experience to memorialize Joel Green and, through his story,…
Key facts
- Released
- 11 January 2016
- Genre
- Indie · Adventure · Simulation
- Length
- ≈ 2 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Mobile
- Studio
- Numinous Games
- Publisher
- Tap Happy
- Critics
- Metacritic 78
- Steam reviews
- 90% positive (1,478 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Story" vibe
- Wraps up in one evening
- Story rich
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat That Dragon, Cancer?
Expect about 2 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play That Dragon, Cancer with friends?
No, That Dragon, Cancer is a single-player experience.
What platforms is That Dragon, Cancer on?
That Dragon, Cancer is available on PC and Mobile.
Is That Dragon, Cancer a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 78. On Steam, 90% positive (1,478 reviews).
What games are like That Dragon, Cancer?
In the same spirit: Gravity Bone, Copycat and Still There.



