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A Summer with the Shiba Inu

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96%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
96% User Score Based on 57 reviews

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A Summer with the Shiba Inu is a single player casual role playing game with fantasy, drama, mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by Quill Game Studios and was released on August 23, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The demo of a free to play visual novel set in a world populated with dogs. You play as a Shiba Inu called Syd who comes back to her home Shiba Island after being gone for more than ten years. She meets old friends and new challenges. Features: - Included dog bark button in preference menu - Random facts about dogs in menus - Some other stuff where the game will notice how long you take to make a…

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96%Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews
story20 positive mentions
  • The writing is engaging and thought-provoking, with a strong protagonist in Syd who has depth and likability.
  • The art style is cute and well-drawn, complemented by a fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game offers a unique and intriguing story that mixes elements of adventure, action, and mystery, keeping players invested throughout.
  • Some players found the pacing inconsistent, with certain endings feeling abrupt or lacking depth.
  • The presentation is limited, with a reliance on stock images and minimal animation, which detracts from the immersive experience.
  • The game's premise can be misleading, as it shifts from a cute dog story to a darker, more complex narrative that may not appeal to all players.

  • story

    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    36% positive mentions, 59% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions

    The game's story is a captivating blend of cyber-thriller and mystery, featuring a well-constructed world where shiba inus navigate complex themes and moral dilemmas. Players are drawn into a rich narrative filled with engaging characters, interactive choices, and philosophical undertones, all while enjoying beautiful artwork and fitting music. Despite initial expectations of a light-hearted tale, the story unfolds into a darker, more mature experience that keeps players hooked until the end.

    • “The story is superbly arranged: a variety of doggo characters with a satisfying array of personalities, good doggos, bad doggos, shades of gray doggos, and even some weird doggo named Monukai; jumps in the timeline are carefully deployed to help fill in with Syd's backstory and are well executed to also add intrigue and suspense in the current timeline.”
    • “I came for cute dogs and to unwind while reading something light with not too much interaction, but instead I was yanked into quite a dark and complex story, chewing my nails like, 'Oh god, what's gonna happen next?'”
    • “The story is really well-written: entertaining throughout, gripping at times and humorous at others, with the odd hidden joke, pun, or reference here or there that I very much enjoyed.”
    • “After playing for an hour, I had to circle back and read up on it to figure out that this is actually a cyber-thriller/mystery story, where the characters just happen to be dogs, and all the terminology is switched up to be relevant to them ('humanly possible' becomes 'caninely possible', 'Canada' becomes 'canine-da', etc).”
    • “I came for cute dogs and to unwind while reading something light with not too much interaction, but instead I was yanked into quite a dark and complex story, chewing my nails like, 'Oh god, what's gonna happen next?' and ended up breaking the planet.”
    • “The storyline isn't cute at all and I wouldn't say this is a game for children.”

  • graphics

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and well-drawn art style, which complements the engaging soundtrack and enhances the overall storytelling experience. However, some critiques mention the use of stock images with Photoshop filters, suggesting a lack of originality in the visual presentation. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's charm and atmosphere, particularly in dynamic scenes.

    • “The art style is so cute and well drawn, and the soundtrack fits perfectly!”
    • “This game's story is amazing; I was itching to keep playing until I finished. The artwork was beautiful, and the music was perfectly fitted to the game.”
    • “Both the music and the artwork very much added to the vibe of the story, especially the fast-paced fight scenes and light-hearted scenes exploring the rich culture of the island.”
    • “There's not so much an 'art style' as there are lots of stock images with Photoshop filters on them.”

  • music

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 22% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its perfect fit with the art style and story, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight its diversity in mood, catchy themes, and how it complements both intense and light-hearted moments, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that enriches the gameplay.

    • “Especially the calm theme song is one heck of an earworm.”
    • “The music was also a highlight for me, with plenty of diversity in mood, yet consistent style.”
    • “Both the music and the artwork very much added to the vibe of the story, especially the fast-paced fight scenes and light-hearted scenes exploring the rich culture of the island.”

  • humor

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by witty and thought-provoking dialogue, complemented by well-executed graphics and audio. Players appreciate the entertaining and gripping story, which includes clever hidden jokes, puns, and references that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The dialogue is both funny and thought-provoking.”
    • “Good graphics, audio, and funny moments round out this 5-6 hour read.”
    • “The story is really well-written: entertaining throughout, gripping at times, and humorous at others, with the odd hidden joke, pun, or reference here or there that I very much enjoyed.”

  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, as players are encouraged to explore multiple routes to uncover all the secrets and satisfy their curiosity, with a single playthrough leaving many questions unanswered.

    • “This game has a significant amount of replay value, as exploring different routes allows you to uncover all the secrets and answers to your curiosities.”
    • “This game has quite a bit of replay value in order to find all the secrets, as a single route does not answer everything you are curious about.”
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A Summer with the Shiba Inu is a casual role playing game with fantasy, drama, mystery and science fiction themes. Common tags for A Summer with the Shiba Inu include science, beautiful, indie, psychological, choices matter and others.

A Summer with the Shiba Inu is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

A Summer with the Shiba Inu was released on August 23, 2019.

A Summer with the Shiba Inu was developed by Quill Game Studios.

A Summer with the Shiba Inu has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked A Summer with the Shiba Inu for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

A Summer with the Shiba Inu is a single player game.

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