It's Hard Being A Dog

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It's Hard Being A Dog is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by MALGOW and was released on May 2, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

This game is quite early in development, there will be bugs. IT'S HARD BEING A DOG / IHBADA simple 2D roguelike, Hack and Slash Platformer game where you play as a dog... Defeat enemies and gain power by using your (dog-like?) abilities: Biting, Barking and Dashing. As you progress through waves the enemies get stronger, but don't worry, as various items spawn to fuel your limitless dog-power. H…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

music3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and enjoyable experience with solid gameplay mechanics and replay value, especially in Endless mode.
It's a free game that provides a fun way to spend time, with a cute premise and decent boss fights.
The control scheme is solid, and the game features a variety of unique enemies and customization options.

The game can be buggy, with issues like unexpected enemy spawns and frustrating mechanics in harder difficulty modes.
Normal mode lacks challenge, while Hard mode can feel tedious and overly reliant on specific strategies.
Some players find the game underdeveloped, with concerns about its design and balance.

stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally enjoyable as a short roguelike, but players have noted that it has some bugs that affect its stability.
- “The game has potential, but the frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy.”
- “I love the concept, but the stability issues ruin the experience.”
- “It's a fun game, but the constant glitches and bugs are frustrating.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting the soundtrack as particularly impressive and enjoyable.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely amazing!”
- “The music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack sets the mood for each level.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability, particularly through its endless mode, making it an enjoyable experience that encourages multiple playthroughs. Its simplicity and free access further enhance its appeal for repeated gameplay.
- “Good replay value, especially with endless mode.”
- “Overall, a simple and enjoyable game with a significant amount of replay value considering it's free.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay experiences vary, with some players encountering frustrating bugs, such as getting stuck due to environmental elements. However, many find enjoyment in the game once they grasp its unique gameplay loop, indicating a mix of challenges and engaging mechanics.
- “In my gameplay, I ran into a bug where an Artemis totem/statue spawned as I was dashing, which got me entirely stuck inside the grass, ultimately leading to my death.”
- “It's an odd little game, but I enjoyed the time I had with it once I understood the gameplay loop.”
grinding
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unbalanced, with hard mode feeling tedious and lacking engagement, while normal mode fails to provide a sufficient challenge.
- “Hard mode is tedious, whereas normal mode sadly isn't that challenging.”