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DOGOS

DOGOS takes place in a world where mechanically enhanced humanoids from space, Zeetnuks, have taken over Earth fifty years ago. You, Desmond Phoenix, are the last DOGOS pilot in a rebellion to take back the planet.
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33%Game Brain Score
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36% User Score Based on 22 reviews
Critic Score 40%Based on 6 reviews

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DOGOS is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by OPQAM and was released on September 6, 2016. It received neutral reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

Dogos incorporates current technology into retro shmup gameplay: 3D graphics, dynamic camera, and the ability to move through scenarios as if it were an open world. Dogos invites you to live a real action-packed experience that will challenge your skills and senses. Loads of shots and explosions, and an incredible, catchy soundtrack. If you like fast-paced, thrilling videogames, then Dogos is just…

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  • The game has a great concept and offers fun gameplay with a variety of weapons and missions.
  • Visually appealing with sharp graphics that enhance the action.
  • Fast-paced and well-executed for an indie studio, providing a satisfying experience.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and audio issues that detract from the experience.
  • Controls are poorly designed, making gameplay frustrating and difficult to manage.
  • Lack of configuration options and usability issues hinder the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is characterized by a mix of fantastic shooting mechanics that are both challenging and satisfying, complemented by great visuals. However, players face frustrations such as the inability to access options during gameplay, leading to control configuration issues, and the presence of constant hazards that disrupt the experience. Additionally, some enemies are criticized for requiring excessive hits, indicating a need for better balance in difficulty settings.

    • “Fantastic shooting gameplay that's both challenging and satisfying, with great visuals that amplify the action. The campaign boasts a variety of missions.”
    • “Dogos takes place in a world where mechanically enhanced humanoids from space, zeetnuks, have taken over Earth fifty years ago.”
    • “Impossible to enter options during gameplay, so I can't configure controls without restarting the game.”
    • “[Constant annoying hazards that interrupt the otherwise tight gameplay. Difficulty settings could use more balance; some enemies require way too many hits.]”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has been criticized for its poor execution, with reviewers noting terrible storytelling and mediocre boss design. While the campaign features a variety of missions and engaging gameplay, these narrative shortcomings significantly detract from the overall experience.

    • “Unfortunately, terrible storytelling, mediocre boss design, bugs, and usability issues really hold it back.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, players have noted issues with audio settings, as dialogue remains at full volume regardless of adjustments made to music and sound effects.

    • “The game offers fun, satisfying visuals, a great soundtrack, and some good ideas to bring shmups into the modern era.”
    • “Even if you go through the settings and drop the master audio, FX audio, and music audio all the way down to 10, 5, and 5, the talking in the game will keep playing at 100%.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their sharpness and unique style, enhancing the overall experience with fantastic visuals that complement the challenging and satisfying gameplay. The visuals effectively amplify the action across a variety of missions, contributing to a modern take on the genre.

    • “Fantastic shooting gameplay that's both challenging and satisfying, with great visuals that amplify the action.”
    • “Visuals are sharp, providing a unique take on the genre.”
    • “The game offers fun, satisfying visuals, a great soundtrack, and innovative ideas to bring shmups into the modern era.”
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DOGOS is a arcade shooter game with science fiction theme.

DOGOS is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

DOGOS was released on September 6, 2016.

DOGOS was developed by OPQAM.

DOGOS has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

DOGOS is a single player game.

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