September 6, 2016
OPQAM

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.

42%Game Brain Score

graphics, music

gameplay, story

57% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 6 reviews

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About DOGOS

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 both critics and 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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57%Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Fun and challenging shoot 'em up gameplay with satisfying shooting mechanics.
Beautiful and detailed 3D graphics and environments enhance the visual experience.
Unique take on the genre with open-world levels, dynamic camera, and fast-paced action.

Controls, especially mouse and camera handling, are poorly implemented and confusing.
Repetitive enemy types and level design, leading to a lack of variety and boredom over time.
Several bugs, audio issues, and lack of in-game options negatively affect playability and user experience.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 30% negative mentions
Gameplay receives mixed feedback: while some find it innovative and fun with engaging shooting mechanics, dynamic camera, and an open-world feel, others describe it as dull, disorienting, and occasionally interrupted by annoying hazards. Control configuration is inconvenient, requiring game restarts, and difficulty balancing could be improved.
- “Dogos innovates the classic shmup gameplay incorporating 3D graphics, dynamic camera, and the ability to move through scenarios as if it were an open world.”
- “Fantastic shooting gameplay that's both challenging and satisfying, great visuals that amplify the action, campaign boasts a variety of missions.”
- “The gameplay is pretty fun.”
- “Impossible to enter options during gameplay, so I can't configure controls without restarting the game.”
- “The gameplay felt a bit disorienting at times.”
- “Constant annoying hazards interrupt the otherwise tight gameplay; difficulty settings could use more balance, and some enemies require way too many hits.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics in Dogos are praised for their beautiful, sharp, and dynamic 3D visuals that enhance the classic shmup gameplay with a unique, open-world feel. The visuals effectively amplify the action and contribute to a satisfying and modernized gaming experience.
- “Dogos innovates the classic shmup gameplay incorporating 3D graphics, dynamic camera, and the ability to move through scenarios as if it were an open world.”
- “Fantastic shooting gameplay that's both challenging and satisfying, great visuals that amplify the action, campaign boasts a variety of missions.”
- “Visuals are sharp, unique take on genre.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The game's music is praised for its great soundtrack that complements the experience well. However, some users note an issue where in-game dialogue volume remains at full despite lowering audio settings.
- “The game offers fun, satisfying visuals, a great soundtrack, and some good ideas to bring shmups into the modern era.”
- “Great soundtrack.”
- “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%.”
- “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%.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
The story is widely regarded as poorly executed and detracts from the overall experience, despite the game's strong gameplay and visuals. Many users find the storytelling lackluster and uninspired.
- “Unfortunately, terrible storytelling, mediocre boss design, bugs, and usability issues really hold it back.”
- “I can't comment on the story or anything else but here are the issues I encountered:”