Overview
CANINE plunges players into a chilling narrative reminiscent of B-movie horror, all wrapped in a distinctive PSX-style aesthetic. Developed and published by Puko, this indie horror title tasks you with a desperate mission: to rescue your beloved dog, Tomy, who has been kidnapped by an nefarious corporation conducting illicit experiments on pets. The game eschews traditional weaponry, forcing players to rely on their wits and a single item – Tomy's ball – for survival.
Highlights
- Experience a unique survival horror game with a retro PSX visual style.
- Utilize stealth and strategic ball-throwing mechanics to evade a terrifying humanoid dog.
- Uncover a story with two distinct endings, influenced by player choices, and unlock a challenging HARDCORE mode.
Who It's For
CANINE is tailored for players who appreciate survival horror games with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and stealth, particularly those who enjoy retro aesthetics and challenging gameplay. Fans of classic horror titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, as well as modern stealth-focused experiences like Alien: Isolation, will find familiar yet fresh elements here. The game's narrative-driven approach and multiple endings also appeal to those who enjoy games with player agency.
Game Info
Developed and published by Puko, CANINE offers a single-player experience that harks back to the golden age of survival horror. Its gameplay centers on evasion and environmental interaction rather than combat, with stealth being paramount to avoiding the game's primary antagonist. The inclusion of a scoring system, complete with stars and a timer, adds replayability, especially with the unlockable HARDCORE mode. The game supports multiple languages, including English, German, Simplified Chinese, Spanish (Latin America), Japanese, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, French, and Italian, with full audio support for some.
