Underplayed Gems

Grapple Dog (2022)

Grapple Dog cover
Developer
Medallion Games
Publisher
Super Rare Originals
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 904 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A vibrant pixel-art platformer that feels fast and cheerful, with a satisfying grappling hook mechanic that balances exciting jumps and tricky challenges.

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What players say

Players describe it as a charming but flawed 2D platformer built around a grappling hook. The core grapple mechanic is fun in theory, but many find the controls frustrating, citing slippery movement and an inconsistent grapple hitbox that makes precise sections feel unfair.

Trailer

Screenshots

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