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METAL DOGS

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

Set in a world after the destruction of humankind, the harsh battle of the combat dog "Pochi" begins. Explore dungeons that change every time you enter, get a wide variety of weapons, and power up your dog! Hunt the evil "WANTED"! Enjoy exhilarating battles casually in this shooting action game.

What works

  • Cute dog characters
  • Fun and accessible combat
  • Nostalgic metal max elements
  • Intuitive controls
  • Good music and sound design

Things to keep in mind

  • Repetitive and linear gameplay
  • Limited weapon variety and customization
  • Poor localization and ui issues
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Some technical issues and bugs

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METAL DOGS: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Value, Exploration.

Last update: 24/08/2026