METAL DOGS (2023)

Developer: 24Frame,inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 797 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

Blasting through hordes of cute dog enemies with over-the-top weapons feels like a mindless, satisfying arcade shooter.

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What players say

Players are split, with many Metal Max fans disappointed. The game is praised for its dog-gun novelty and franchise homage, but criticized for repetitive missions, no dual-stick aiming, stiff animations, and a lack of cloud saves. Some find it boring and overpriced, while others enjoy the grind for rare weapons.

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