Old Friends Dog Game

About

"Old Friends Dog Game" is a single-player simulation game that allows players to rescue and care for cute dogs in a heartwarming story. The game boasts awesome game mechanics and splendid graphics, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. As a pet rescue simulator, players will help dogs enjoy life and find happy homes in this wholesome experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 940 reviews

story70 positive mentions

monetization80 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and a surprisingly detailed story that keeps players engaged.
It is based on real-life senior dogs from a sanctuary, adding a heartfelt touch to the gameplay.
Players appreciate the minimal ads and the ability to progress without feeling pressured to make in-app purchases.

Some players experience crashes and loss of progress, which can be frustrating.
The game can feel slow-paced at times, with limited activities leading to repetitive gameplay.
There are requests for more customization options and interactive features, such as rotating furniture and more engaging tasks.

story
167 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
56%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its heartwarming and engaging narrative centered around real-life senior dogs, with players appreciating the detailed backstories and interactive choices that enhance their experience. While many find the storyline cute and enjoyable, some note that the pacing can feel slow and repetitive, leading to moments of boredom. Overall, the combination of charming graphics, meaningful storytelling, and the game's support for a real dog sanctuary creates a delightful experience for dog lovers.
- “I love the story, it's absolutely perfect!!”
- “The story is touching and fun, and I fall in love with every dog.”
- “I love how each dog has their own story and photo as well!”
- “Just a couple improvements could be just to get rid of the story altogether, more idly, the story is just really corny and can't get into it, unnecessary.”
- “Cute, for a bit..but gets boring after the 2nd or 3rd dog.. story is the same...dogs you can only feed, give you and pet...so honestly not much here.”
- “Only things that bother me are it takes long time to get a story and furniture materials are rare unless you buy them.”
monetization
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
13%
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The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its minimal and non-intrusive approach, with ads being entirely optional and primarily used for bonus rewards. Players appreciate that in-app purchases are not necessary for progression and often support a real-life dog sanctuary, enhancing the game's appeal. However, some users have reported issues with ads causing game crashes, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “There are no ads!!”
- “I love that this game is directly linked to a real-life dog sanctuary that receives donations from the in-game purchases.”
- “While there are in-app purchases available, they're in no way required to fully enjoy the game.”
- “The optional ads to gain rewards often crash the game without giving anything but disappointment.”
- “Whenever I watch ads for double rewards on the stream minigame, the game crashes and I get no rewards instead, kinda frustrating if you're out of materials; it's almost like it's making you buy resources.”
- “I want to like this game but I keep getting ads that freeze the game and I lose all my progress.”
emotional
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as heartwarming, adorable, and deeply touching. Many users express how the stories of senior dogs resonate with them, often evoking strong feelings and nostalgia, making it a comforting and uplifting experience. The game's dedication to real-life dogs and its wholesome design contribute to its reputation as a unique and emotionally engaging title for animal lovers.
- “I love this game; as a dog lover, I really appreciate their efforts to create a game like this. It's really heartwarming to see the senior dogs, especially in real life. I really love how they put the senior dogs' real-life pictures.”
- “The stories are too heartwarming and make it even better when you know they're based on really senior dogs and their experiences.”
- “This game is so heartwarming and fun! I find myself so invested in the lives of these sweet old dogs.”
graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
47%
3%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and charm, featuring an adorable art style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the detailed and vibrant visuals, which are complemented by heartwarming storylines based on real rescue dogs. The game's aesthetics create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it enjoyable and engaging for players.
- “I love the graphics and how the backgrounds of the dogs in the game are based on real life.”
- “The art style and the dynamics of the game are beautiful and calming.”
- “The graphics are adorable, the setup is perfect, and the ability to help elderly dogs from a fun game on my phone is my absolute favorite.”
- “Cute art style but I thought this was going to be more like a vet office game.”
- “The graphics are cute!”
- “The simplistic art style has such charm and the dogs are so adorable!!!!”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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42%
8%
The gameplay is widely praised for its cute graphics, engaging mechanics, and a wholesome, casual experience centered around real-life dogs. Players appreciate the smooth and relaxing nature of the game, although some express concerns about slow task completion and occasional glitches. Overall, the game offers a fun and rewarding experience, with optional in-app purchases that do not detract from gameplay.
- “I love how ads are not forced, love the aesthetics, smooth gameplay, and adored learning about different dogs.”
- “The gameplay is so enjoyable and wholesome; there is always something to do in-game, and even if it's a pretend 'chore', the graphics combined with the addition that it's based on real dogs, it is all fun and adorable.”
- “Very wholesome and engaging gameplay.”
- “The only problem I have with it is I think the gameplay is a bit slow.”
- “One part that confuses me though is that there is a task to pull weeds from the garden, but I have no idea how to do that - not sure if it'll come up in gameplay, but it came up really early for me, and despite a few more hours of playing, I haven't seen any way to pull weeds, or even where they are.”
- “I'm giving this a three star because I'm not a big fan of storyline heavy gameplay.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs, crashes, and issues with save files, leading to frustration. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay with minimal glitches, others have encountered serious problems, including freezing and flashing screens that could pose health risks. Overall, the game's stability appears to be inconsistent, with a notable divide between those who enjoy a bug-free experience and those facing frequent technical difficulties.
- “It runs great, and you only see ads if you want to double your loot!”
- “I haven't had any problems; there are no glitches or bugs, which is good.”
- “No pressure or stress; very well coded with no glitches.”
- “I love this game, but it seems really buggy still!”
- “This game is really cute (in theory) but it's really buggy, and I've had so many issues with my save files being deleted, not being able to connect with Facebook, and other crashes/glitches.”
- “I don't know what is wrong with this game, but every time I try to go in, it literally freezes and doesn't let me in. I don't know what's wrong with this, but I tried to restart it and nothing has worked.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and enjoyable qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a charming theme song and calming background sounds. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as screen glitches during streaming, which disrupt gameplay while the music continues to play. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it a highlight for many players.
- “The art style is adorable, and the music is relaxing and so fun to play.”
- “The theme song of this game is also so relaxing, plus the animation is superb!”
- “This game is also very relaxing along with the calming music that plays in the background of the game.”
- “But I've been having issues lately when I stream; the screen becomes black and the music keeps playing, preventing me from progressing to the next level. My first time streaming is glitching, and I've been having issues with that, so whatever you could do, please fix it.”
- “Cute, but every time I try to use the livestream feature, my screen turns black while the music still plays.”
- “The sounds and music are also very relaxing and cute!”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the dialogue and descriptions, such as "shnuffling snoots," to be hilarious and well-crafted. The cute and funny stories, particularly those based on real dogs, add to the overall charm, making the game enjoyable and entertaining. Users appreciate the lightheartedness and fun, often sharing laughs while playing.
- “The verbage is hilarious and right on point: 'shnuffling snoots' for everyone!”
- “The bios with the real dogs are amazing, and the stories are cute and funny.”
- “This is an amazing game; it's so funny and there's no ads!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for future optimizations to improve performance and address existing issues.
- “I appreciate the ongoing optimizations that have significantly improved performance.”
- “The recent updates have made a noticeable difference in the game's optimization, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I'm excited to see how future optimizations will further enhance gameplay and reduce lag.”
- “I would like to see optimizations done in the future to help mitigate this.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system despite meeting the recommended requirements.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized as easygoing and relaxing, allowing players to enjoy a chill vibe while engaging with the gameplay.
- “Honestly, the game is pretty great. It's easy to play and has a chill atmosphere that you can enjoy and vibe with.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game is highlighted by smooth gameplay and animations, appealing art and character design, and an engaging story that enhances the overall experience.
- “The gameplay and animations are smooth, the art and character design are appealing and adorable, and the story is engaging.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”