I Became a Dog 3

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I Became a Dog 3 is a single player casual role playing game with drama and comedy themes. It was developed by We Like Games and was released on August 3, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"I Became a Dog 3" is a game where the player transforms into a dog, unsure if it's a dream. The character hasn't been sleeping well and hopes to wake up from this bizarre reality. The game's premise revolves around the character's confusion and denial of their new canine existence.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,890 reviews

story344 positive mentions

monetization66 negative mentions

The game features an engaging storyline with multiple unexpected endings that keep players invested.
The puzzles are challenging yet rewarding, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
The graphics and character designs are charming, enhancing the overall appeal of the game.

Players often find the lack of checkpoints frustrating, as they have to restart the game from the beginning to explore different endings.
Some hints are unclear or unhelpful, leading to confusion during gameplay.
The mini-game mechanics, particularly the rainbow puzzle, can be overly difficult and frustrating for some players.

story
510 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The "I Became a Dog" series is praised for its engaging and well-crafted storylines, featuring complex narratives with multiple endings that keep players invested. Reviewers highlight the emotional depth, plot twists, and character development, noting that the storytelling is often likened to watching a movie. While some players find the repetitive dialogue and lengthy cutscenes tedious, the overall consensus is that the story is a major draw, making the games enjoyable and worth replaying.
- “The story is so nicely written, it's like watching a movie.”
- “The story really pulls you in and the puzzles are extremely rewarding to solve.”
- “I love the story and the different endings, but this one and all the 'I Became a Dog' series are great for that.”
- “The only problem I have is that the story feels quite predictable.”
- “The only negatives are that it takes forever to jump start the story with some of the game mechanics and it really needs save points and/or the option to skip the cut scenes.”
- “I hated it, the story takes a long time to finish, the game is very hard to complete, and literally this game doesn't really give any hints on what to do, slow moving pace type of game.”
gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay across the series is consistently praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging puzzles, and the integration of multiple endings that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and simplicity, along with the charming graphics and well-developed storylines that keep them invested. While some users noted minor frustrations with repetitive elements and the need for save points, the overall sentiment is that the gameplay is enjoyable and rewarding, making it a standout feature of the games.
- “The characters are well developed and the gameplay is smooth and entertaining.”
- “Different endings for different actions, giving you the hints to get to the outcome you want, fun and sometimes challenging puzzles, and unique gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is great, the storyline is interesting, and it's perfect if you like puzzles and adventures.”
- “But I'm a bit upset by some of the gameplay.”
- “The only negatives are that it takes forever to jump start the story with some of the game mechanics and it really needs save points and/or the option to skip the cut scenes.”
- “The main gameplay loop consists of eating food to level up language so you can play the game, but you have a limited number of uses before ads. It's a boring ad-watching sim, and even without the tedious food mechanic, it's literally a new map for the other games - identical in function.”
monetization
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is largely praised for being non-intrusive, with ads only appearing when players opt to watch them for hints or to recharge abilities. Most users appreciate that there are no forced ads during gameplay, and many find the option to pay for an ad-free experience worthwhile. However, some players report issues with ad functionality, which can hinder progress, and a few express frustration over the necessity of watching ads to advance in the game.
- “Just like the first and second games, this one was just as good. Buying the premium pack made it a breeze: no ads, no cooldown, and unlimited hints!”
- “Through the whole game, you get no ads unless you want a hint or need to charge your ability.”
- “It's worth it to pay the $3 for no ads and unlimited powers.”
- “The only negative thing is the ads, which sometimes show games I'm not interested in/ads that are uncomfortable to watch.”
- “I can't watch ads to see the hints; it wasn't only in 'I Became a Dog 3' but 2 too. Please fix it, thank you.”
- “Too long, have to watch ads to complete the game and the ads don't come.”
graphics
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their unique and cute art style, with many users highlighting the charming pixelated visuals that evoke a nostalgic feel. Players appreciate the smooth gameplay and engaging animations, which complement the overall storytelling experience. While some reviews mention minor issues, the consensus is that the graphics significantly enhance the game's appeal, making it visually captivating and enjoyable.
- “The art style is unique and gorgeous.”
- “The graphics look amazing, the control is smooth, and I've already been thrust into a mystery.”
- “I love the graphics and gameplay; truly an amazing game.”
- “But the graphics made it low.”
- “So boring bad controls but decent graphics but mostly boring.”
- “The graphic still okay.”
emotional
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players noting its ability to evoke strong feelings through its creative and heartfelt storylines. Players describe moments that are both heartwarming and bittersweet, often leading to tears, particularly with the various endings that range from joyful to deeply touching. Overall, the game is recognized for its unique blend of humor and emotional depth, making it a memorable experience for players.
- “The little stories into the dogs' lives are heart-wrenchingly bittersweet.”
- “This game is truly a touching story that actually made me tear up. I'm glad I played this game; it's really good, and I recommend it if you like story-based puzzle games.”
- “The last ending was beautiful... almost made me cry. This whole series is beautiful. Thank you so much for this game!”
grinding
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and unnecessary, particularly due to unskippable cutscenes and repetitive tasks. While some appreciate the reduced grinding compared to previous titles in the series, others still feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment, despite the presence of gratifying puzzles. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant but often frustrating part of the gameplay experience.
- “That said, a significant portion of the game is spent grinding, which is completely unnecessary.”
- “The grinding is not fun, it's horribly tedious, and doesn't even require any skill to do, just pressing buttons and waiting.”
- “I like these games but it gets tedious having to do the same things over and over to get a new ending.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its edgy and quirky nature, enhancing the engaging plot and character interactions. Players appreciate the blend of funny writing with interesting puzzles, although some find certain aspects of the humor less appealing. Overall, the game is described as entertaining and filled with amusing moments, contributing to a fun experience with multiple endings.
- “I like the edgy humor combined with the engaging plot.”
- “Yet another entertaining entry in the series, the puzzles all felt new and different and the writing was as weird and funny as always. I had fun with it, thanks for the game.”
- “I love this game, there's different endings and it's super funny and entertaining.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack and find it fitting for the game's atmosphere, others find it repetitive and annoying due to its single-track nature. Additionally, there are reports of sound issues, with some users experiencing disorientation in audio quality. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charm, but improvements in variety and sound quality are desired.
- “Love the story, love the characters, the gameplay is fun as always, and I love seeing the references to the other games and the music.”
- “I liked the soundtrack.”
- “It's the most puzzling one yet, I love all the characters, the music is good, it's perfect.”
- “The music is one single soundtrack, so it's kinda annoying, and most of the puzzles require hints because of how hard they are to figure out.”
- “An amazing game really keeps me occupied when I'm bored. I recommend it if you're new to play the first game, yet there is a slight problem: the sound of the game is corrupt. The music and all the sounds sound really disoriented. I wonder if that's a game problem or my phone?”
- “Can you please add a button to only turn off the music but not the sounds?”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its engaging story, well-developed characters, and interesting puzzles, contributing to a strong sense of replayability. Reviewers consistently highlight the enjoyable gameplay and narrative as key factors that encourage players to revisit the game. Overall, it offers great replay value.
- “The story is pretty good, as well as the characters, and the game has some replayability as well.”
- “You did great storytelling, and the replayability is also great.”
- “Fun to play, interesting plot, and good replay value.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is stable with minimal glitches, most of which resolve quickly on their own. The general consensus is that these minor issues do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Very fun, no glitches.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags.”
- “It's a good game, although there are some glitches that fix themselves quickly, so I guess there's literally no problems!”
- “Other than that, I haven't seen any other major glitches, and it's a great game!”
character development
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The game features unique character designs and a well-crafted story that enhances engagement, with commendable efforts in character development. Players appreciate the multiple endings and the balance of difficulty in puzzles, contributing to a rich narrative experience.
- “Really engaging story with multiple endings and medium difficulty puzzles along with a commendable attempt at character development.”
- “The graphics are so cute, the character designs are all super unique and the story is very well thought out!”
atmosphere
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Reviewers consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its impressive graphics and immersive audio that enhance the overall experience.
- “I love the graphics, audio, and atmosphere.”