I Became a Dog 2

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I Became a Dog 2 is a single player casual role playing game with drama and comedy themes. It was developed by We Like Games and was released on June 26, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

In "I Became a Dog 2," you wake up as a dog and must navigate your new life to regain your lost memories. To do so, you'll need to explore your surroundings, communicate with other dogs, and enhance your abilities. Eating dog food allows you to understand the canine language and uncover secrets hidden within the dog house.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

story176 positive mentions

monetization88 negative mentions

The game has an engaging storyline with multiple endings that keep players invested.
The graphics and gameplay have improved significantly from the first game.
Hints are available to help players progress, making it easier to navigate challenging puzzles.

Players often find themselves having to restart the game after completing an ending, which can be tedious.
Hints sometimes do not work, leaving players stuck without guidance.
The language level resets after each ending, making it frustrating to progress in subsequent playthroughs.

story
302 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by its dark humor, unexpected plot twists, and the ability for players to influence multiple endings through their choices. Many reviewers appreciate the engaging narrative that builds upon the original, with a mix of complex puzzles and memorable characters, although some express a desire for more positive endings. Overall, the story is seen as a standout feature, making the game highly enjoyable and replayable.
- “This is a game where there is a steady storyline, but you can affect the endings based on your choices.”
- “The story is even darker than the first game and has many plot twists.”
- “The story, the plot twists, the different endings-- amazing!”
- “The story is a mess.”
- “Don't really get a chance to change the story the correct way because there's not enough info given on how to do this.”
- “The only thing that I would criticize about this game is the fact that you can only really play it once as you don't know how the story goes.”
monetization
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating that ads are optional and not intrusive, primarily used for hints or to recharge abilities. While some users find the need to watch ads for hints frustrating, others feel the small fee to remove ads is reasonable and supports the developers. Overall, the game offers a balance between free play and optional monetization, allowing players to enjoy the experience without constant interruptions from ads.
- “Best of all: no ads!”
- “I don't mind the small price if it means more fun small games like this with no loot boxes like the big money-hungry corporations and their microtransactions.”
- “The game is funny, silly, and has multiple endings, and it's free without in-game purchases.”
- “Terrible game, if you love watching ads for the majority of the game to get hints because of how difficult some parts are and then on top of that you get pretty useless abilities that give you the option to watch an ad to recharge them and some of the hints just tell you to find something without even telling you how to find it, please do yourself a favor and do not install.”
- “The game is very ad-driven; playing is impossible without watching ads for each hint because the game gives you no actual clues as to what you should do.”
- “Its a good game but to get through the game you either need plenty of time to watch ads or some screwed up logic as none of the things you do make any sense at all.”
gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its enjoyable mechanics, improved graphics, and engaging storylines, with many players appreciating the introduction of new elements and alternative endings. While some find the difficulty level challenging and the hint system reliant on ads somewhat intrusive, the overall experience is described as fun and immersive, with a classic point-and-click style that remains accessible. However, a few users noted issues with pacing and certain mechanics that detracted from the overall enjoyment.
- “Although most of the core mechanics remained similar, the game introduced new mechanics, a new setting (which is similar to the previous one, but improved), and most importantly, a new story, characters, and exciting different endings.”
- “The gameplay is easy, and the problems are fun to solve.”
- “Amazing story, cute graphics, intriguing gameplay—a great mix in one game.”
- “The gameplay is pretty hard, and I had to use a lot of hints... and you have to watch an ad for every hint.”
- “The second game has ruined gameplay because of the ridiculous amount of ads you have to watch.”
- “Gameplay could be much, much better.”
graphics
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users appreciating the retro pixel art style and its colorful, detailed presentation. Improvements over the previous installment are noted, alongside a unique aesthetic that balances cuteness with darker themes. While some players found the graphics simple, they generally enhance the overall experience, contributing to the game's engaging story and gameplay.
- “The graphics have improved since the previous game and the new characters are just as quirky (and dark).”
- “The graphics are perfectly portrayed, the storyline is good and it genuinely is a challenging game to figure out all the endings.”
- “Amazing story, cute graphics, intriguing gameplay, a great mix in one game.”
- “On seeing the graphics and animation, I thought this game is okay.”
- “Graphics and controls can be improved but overall great game.”
- “The graphics are simple pixel art, and I love it!”
humor
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its dark undertones and absurdity, blending funny and sad moments that keep players engaged and surprised. Many reviewers highlight the clever writing, memorable characters, and unexpected twists that contribute to its charm, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with a compelling narrative, appealing to fans of quirky storytelling.
- “The humor in this game is incredible.”
- “It's both hilarious and dark!”
- “The story is crude and hilariously absurd, and that's in part to the great new characters that were added.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some describe it as tedious, particularly due to repetitive tasks and the need to restart for new endings, others appreciate the skill progression and mechanics that make gathering and grinding more enjoyable. The game's challenge and engaging storyline help mitigate the grind for many, though it remains a notable downside for some players.
- “The first playthrough will be a little tedious due to your skills being low, but they carry over to subsequent playthroughs.”
- “This game is more tedious to complete to get all the endings.”
- “I really like the game but playing was really tedious because every time you finished an ending you would have to restart everything and you would lose all of your progress.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's high replayability, primarily due to its multiple endings and branching paths, which encourage exploration of different outcomes. The engaging storyline and puzzle elements further enhance the desire to replay, although some users express a wish for more content, such as additional characters or maps. Overall, the combination of humor, skill progression, and varied gameplay keeps players returning for more.
- “The animations are very nice and cute, and there's quite a bit of replayability; the game is ridiculous and wacky.”
- “I played the first one, and this one is just as good! I love the dark storyline and the doggy humor. It's a great puzzle game with tons of replay value. I would honestly pay for a longer version with more storyline and different maps to solve new puzzles. I hope they make a third one!”
- “5 endings and new abilities to unlock; I love the replay value too.”
- “Multiple endings give it replay value.”
- “Has multiple endings, which adds replayability.”
- “Fairly quick and replayable.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the eerie and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the spooky ambiance, others find it too dark and unsettling, especially for younger audiences. There are also reports of occasional glitches affecting the music, which has led to some concerns among players. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect of the game's experience, though opinions on its effectiveness vary.
- “The first game is good, but the music and the gameplay are so much better.”
- “The story is amazing, love the spooky ambience, the music is also really good.”
- “Fantastic game filled with an eerie soundtrack to put you on edge, and the best part is you get it for free. Honestly, give it a try; there's no harm.”
- “The only reason why I rated it 4 stars is because the music sometimes glitches, and it makes me concerned. Sorry if I'm a little bit dramatic, but it just makes me concerned! Besides that, this game is really awesome!”
- “You know, if you took away the creepy and dark music, it might help people like it more.”
- “I just don't like the dark music; it is very creepy. That is why when little kids are over, I need headphones or just turn it down.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report significant stability issues with the game, including frequent crashes, freezing, and various glitches that affect gameplay and menu navigation. While some players still enjoy the game despite these problems, the recurring technical issues detract from the overall experience and need to be addressed for improved performance.
- “Though one problem, the game keeps crashing. At first, it runs great, but then it suddenly freezes and I keep having to load the game all over again. Don't get me wrong, it's amazing, but if that issue can be fixed, it'll be better :)”
- “I would like to suggest fixing the main menu and language level setting because when I go to it, it just freezes the whole game.”
- “I loved the first game and this one, but the glitches make it so frustrating. Also, the hints don't work; I tried to tap on so many hints and it gave me nothing. There are so many buttons I can't press; you gotta fix it, it is very frustrating.”
emotional
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Players find the game deeply emotional, often feeling sadness and dissatisfaction, particularly with the alternate ending. Many express that it evokes strong feelings, with some even brought to tears, highlighting a profound emotional connection to the narrative and its characters. Overall, it is recommended for those who appreciate emotionally resonant storytelling alongside problem-solving elements.
- “Other than that, it is really a great, and quite frankly, touching game, and I recommend it to everyone who enjoys problem-solving and logic games.”
- “I played the first version before, and the game just brought me to tears, and so did this one... there's something just so emotional about this, especially the fifth ending.”
- “I've played so many times I feel an emotional attachment to the world.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on devices without any reported bugs, contributing to a positive user experience.
- “I haven't yet experienced any bugs, and the app runs smoothly on my phone. Great game!”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly put effort into optimizing performance.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its subtle darkness, creating a fun yet creepy environment that effectively evokes horror themes.
- “I really enjoyed this game and its atmosphere.”
- “The subtle darkness of the game is super fun and creepy, setting a slightly horror-themed atmosphere.”
character development
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Reviewers appreciate the character development in the game, highlighting it as a strong point that enhances the overall experience, particularly in conjunction with the appealing pixelated art style.
- “I love the pixelated style along with the great character development!”