Save the Doge

About

"Save the Doge" is a puzzle game where you must navigate through levels to rescue a doge meme character. While the game has compelling mechanics and will certainly make you laugh, it is riddled with bugs and is packed with intrusive ads. The game's tagline, "Can you save the poor doge?", sets the tone for this lighthearted yet flawed gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

41%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

gameplay36 positive mentions

monetization7.1k negative mentions

monetization
7,179 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to the excessive number of ads. Players report being bombarded with ads after every level, often spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. Many users suggest that the game could be enjoyable if the frequency of ads were reduced or if a paid option to remove ads was available.
- “This game is fun when there are no ads.”
- “It's a super fun game with no ads and no pay-to-play features. I have been looking for a game like this one for so long, just a fun puzzle game.”
- “I really really like this game because it's not glitchy like other games that I play on my phone and also the dog is cute. The game is fun because you have to strategize and there's no ads, at least for me.”
- “The game is quite good, but the sheer volume of ads - long and intrusive ones - make this an actually unpleasant game to experience.”
- “Put it this way, you will spend 99.9% of your time in this game watching ads.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than you do playing the game.”
gameplay
191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
70%
12%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, but it is severely hampered by an overwhelming number of ads, often resulting in a frustrating experience where players spend significantly more time watching ads than actually playing. Many users report that the gameplay becomes repetitive and tedious, with levels that are too easy and mechanics that can be glitchy. Overall, while the core gameplay has potential, the excessive ad interruptions detract from the enjoyment and make it difficult for players to recommend the game.
- “The gameplay is entertaining enough to want to pass time playing this game.”
- “Gameplay is fun but this could seriously be a contender for worst-made mobile game ever created, solely due to the amount of ads they shove in your face once every 5 seconds.”
- “The gameplay is great, but the amount of ads is unbelievable.”
- “The game itself would be a good time-waste puzzle game, but the ads bog the gameplay down too much.”
- “When you spend more time watching ads than gameplay, it's not a game; it's an ad with a little gameplay to keep you watching more ads.”
- “The gameplay was just as advertised, but it was so tedious being forced to watch ads for like 30 seconds of figuring out the puzzle; I couldn't play it anymore.”
humor
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it funny and entertaining, particularly due to the amusing expressions of the doge and the quirky scenarios. However, a significant number of reviews express frustration over the excessive number of unskippable ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite the ad issue, players still recommend the game for its lighthearted and humorous gameplay.
- “This allows you to make tons of funny moments, especially because the game works without internet too.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the funny faces on the doges make me and my daughter laugh.”
- “It's so funny because when the bees sting the dog, I laugh at the face.”
stability
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by numerous stability issues, including frequent glitches that allow in-game elements, like bees, to bypass player-drawn lines, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Additionally, players report excessive ads that disrupt the flow of the game, often causing it to freeze or reset levels. While the game has an enjoyable concept, its overall stability is significantly hampered by these persistent bugs and ad interruptions.
- “Other times, the game glitches and lets you put solid lines through other objects, causing the entire level to be thrown out of whack and the game to freeze and need to be reset.”
- “This game is not worth your time and it glitches the bees out even when there's no opening; it's useless, don't play this game.”
- “The game is good but the ads are the most annoying, and I tried this while I am not connected to the network; it freezes just after a single round.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
73%
15%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users reporting persistent issues with sound settings that fail to mute music and sound effects despite attempts to turn them off. While some players appreciate the quality of the music, the frequent interruptions from ads and glitches detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration. Overall, the music is often described as annoying and intrusive, overshadowing any positive sentiments.
- “Ain't bad, don't care about the ads. The music's good and has good quality. If you're planning to download, please be aware of ads appearing every second.”
- “There is new music!”
- “But the thing is that I liked the old music more.”
- “The sound settings do not even respect what you selected; it will re-enable music next time you open the app.”
- “The main problem with the app is that no matter how many times I try to turn off the goddamn music and sound effects, it comes back on!”
- “I put the sound and music on mute, and it still plays very loudly!”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
19%
15%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the art style and cuteness, while others criticize it as "potato graphics" or "dismal." Many users express frustration with the excessive ads, which detracts from the gaming experience, although a few highlight that the graphics are good and enjoyable. In summary, while the graphics can be appealing, they are overshadowed by the frequent interruptions from ads and varying opinions on the art style.
- “The graphics are amazing and the funny faces on the doges make me and my daughter laugh.”
- “This app is amazing; the graphics are good and the game is good.”
- “Fun puzzle game with cute graphics.”
- “It's a boring game and the graphics are bad.”
- “Literally bad, the game is an ad-fest, the graphics are dismal, and there's literally no challenge to it.”
- “Puzzles that would bore children, a sterile art style, and the game attempting to play an ad after every single level guarantees you'd get more stimulation from watching paint dry.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by an overwhelming number of ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience significantly. While players appreciate the simplicity of the missions and the detailed narrative, the frequent interruptions for advertisements—often longer than the missions themselves—detract from the enjoyment and immersion in the story. Overall, the excessive ad presence has led to frustration among users, overshadowing the game's narrative potential.
- “It even has a detailed story!!”
- “I love it cause all you have to do to get 3 stars is just draw an infinity sign around the bees and the doges but when it's purple stuff just scribble on the bottom and make sure there's no acid then draw a circle around the doge and when it's spikes I just do the same thing but different shape like if you like the story.”
- “Supposedly I cleared all missions but the system crashes every time.”
- “The ads after every mission are a waste of time; it's frustrating to deal with them constantly.”
- “It's impossible to enjoy the game when you're bombarded with ads after every single mission.”
- “The game is good, but the overwhelming amount of advertisements makes it hard to focus on the gameplay.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious, with many players frustrated by repetitive puzzles and excessive ad interruptions after short gameplay sessions. While some enjoy the challenge of grinding for new skins and competing with friends, the overall sentiment leans towards a negative experience due to the frequency of ads and lack of engaging content.
- “Uninstalled it now; I would have kept it if the ads were every 3-4 plays. It's pretty tedious and annoying.”
- “The gameplay was just as advertised, but it was so tedious being forced to watch ads for like 30 seconds of figuring out the puzzle. I couldn't play it anymore.”
- “Decent game, but 10 seconds of gameplay followed by a minute of ads gets tedious very quickly.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly with object physics and hit boxes, leading to frequent bugs such as bees passing through drawn lines. Additionally, players report performance slowdowns and an overwhelming presence of ads, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game lacks optimization for the physics of the objects; it's full of bugs where the bees often go through the lines you draw, and the game starts to slow down due to the lack of optimization of hitboxes.”
- “Everywhere you go, there are ads, and the game is sometimes very unoptimized with its levels.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is highly regarded, players feel that its replayability could be improved to enhance overall enjoyment and longevity.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game deeply emotional, with moments that evoke strong feelings, such as laughter and tears, particularly highlighted by memorable and impactful scenes.
- “The best game in years; when the character said it's time to face the truth, it made me cry instantly.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me reflecting on my own life for days after finishing the game.”
- “I was completely moved by the character's journey; it resonated with my own experiences and brought me to tears.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting it as a standout feature that significantly enhances the overall experience.
- “I am very impressed with the atmosphere and the rest of the game.”