Dog Duty
- September 17, 2020
- Zanardi and Liza
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Dog Duty is a Real Time Tactics game where you control a squad of misfits fighting to save world-peace from an evil Octopus Commander and his army. Liberate outposts, defeat bosses, and wreck octo-machines while driving an armored, octo-frying vehicle. Assemble your anti-squid squad and eliminate all octo-scum in this fun, fast-paced action-packed adventure."
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Reviews
- Dog Duty offers a fun and engaging gameplay loop that is accessible for casual fans and newcomers to the RTS genre.
- The game features a unique blend of squad-based tactics and action, with responsive controls and a variety of weapons and abilities to experiment with.
- Many players appreciate the retro aesthetic and humor, finding it to be a charming and enjoyable experience despite its simplicity.
- The game suffers from technical issues and a lack of polish, with low-quality graphics and design choices that feel outdated and unrefined.
- Players have noted that the game is short and lacks depth, with limited content and repetitive gameplay that may not satisfy more hardcore strategy fans.
- There are significant design compromises made for handheld devices, resulting in a subpar experience for PC gamers, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and often overshadowed by its gameplay, which focuses on squad-based missions reminiscent of classic Command & Conquer scenarios. While some players appreciate the humorous writing and quirky characters, many prioritize the fun, fast-paced action over narrative depth, making it more of a casual experience than a story-driven one. Overall, the narrative is not a significant draw, but it complements the enjoyable gameplay loop.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Brilliant and funny writing and story and evil octopus characters.”
“You know the missions in Command & Conquer where you weren't allowed to build a base or create new units, and you had to try to scrape through carefully with the tiny handful of soldiers they give you?”
“This game is basically 'oops, all squad missions'.”
“Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a simple yet enjoyable loop that combines streamlined strategy and arcade action within an open-world sandbox structure. Players appreciate the responsive mechanics and engaging design, making it a perfect choice for quick, fun sessions without the burden of a complex story or progression system. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, addictive, and well-suited for casual play.
“Not much in the way of story, but the gameplay loop, while simple, is quite fun.”
“The game doesn't overstay its welcome (at least it didn't for me, and I am by no means a fan of the strategy genre) and as such the limited gameplay elements don't feel like some chore you can't wait to be done with.”
“But the gameplay is what makes this game amazing; it's very fun and addictive.”
“The gameplay is like an ultra streamlined strategy/arcade action game but with an open-world sandbox structure.”
“So I start it up and I love the retro-action aesthetic, but how's the gameplay?”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the visual style as a cover for poor design, while others appreciate the retro 2D/3D pixel art as fitting and well-executed. Overall, the aesthetic is seen as enjoyable and aligns well with the game's tone, though opinions on its quality vary significantly.
“I also found the art style to be very fitting for the tone of the game, and I did not encounter any game-breaking bugs during my playthrough.”
“The graphics are awesome, a blend of 2D and 3D pixel art.”
“Pixel graphics are well done and fun.”
“This very poor quality visual style is a method that lazy devs often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to disguise it under the name of 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features brilliant and humorous writing, complemented by quirky evil octopus characters and a fun, irreverent sense of humor. Players appreciate the engaging story and unique overworld system, all presented in a visually appealing pixel art style with easy controls. The developers are noted for their responsiveness, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“Brilliant and funny writing, a captivating story, and delightfully evil octopus characters.”
“The game features a fun, cheeky sense of humor, complemented by its pixel art and easy controls.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game experiences several glitches, such as odd camera behavior and character pose issues, but overall, it is considered a solid short experience. Players suggest purchasing it on sale, as its value is perceived to be lower than the regular price.
“Has some glitches, like the driver cam showing the driver either getting smaller or the insides of the vehicle getting larger, and the cat person is posed like they hold a minigun no matter what they're equipped with. The boat can be one-hit KO'd by electricity. Overall, it's a great short game, though I recommend getting it on sale, because it's worth around 5 bucks, not the regular asking price of 15.”
