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Dodgeball Academia is a sports game that focuses as much on story as sporting action. You play Otto, who hopes to become the ultimate dodgeball player. To do this you need to build a diverse team and learn new skills.

Unfortunately, Dodgeball Academia is not available on Android, Mac or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme:

Dodgeball Academia

Game Details

Release Date: 05/08/2021

Out Now: PC, PS4, PS5, Switch and Xbox One

Content Rating: PEGI 7

Players: 1-2

Genres: Adventure, Sports (Action, Communication and Role-Play)

Accessibility: 30 features

Components: 2D Overhead, Cartoon and Open World

Developer: Pocket Trap (@PocketTrap)

Costs: Purchase cost

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4 Video Games With More Documented Accessibility Features than Dodgeball Academia

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