iPuppy Chihuahua – Review
By App Type: Uncategorized
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By: MASQ Interactive Limited
Version #: 0.3.1
Date Released: 2009-05-18
Developer: iPuppy Chihuahua
Price: 1.99
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Admittedly, I’m a dog person. However, I don’t own any pets due to the high cost of maintenance and my mortal fear of dog poop. That being said, apps like iPuppy Chihuahua work perfectly for me. The fact that it is currently being offered for free in the app store makes it work even better (yes, better than perfectly).
If you don’t like Chihuahuas then iPuppy World offers more dog choices, but that will cost you. The game is pretty simple. You take care of a Chihuahua and interact with it and watch it grow. You can even name the puppy. I gave it a name that can’t be repeated on a family blog.
At each level, you earn $500 to buy things for the puppy. There are indicators about how your puppy is feeling and your relationship to it. You can even give the puppy a bath or take it for a walk outside. You win when your puppy is all grown up and loves you.
I only have a few minor complaints: First, the game is tough to learn. I also don’t like the placement of the menu selector (you have to tap the sides to get to them). Second, the panning that occurs when you swipe your finger doesn’t stop when I want it to. Finally, the white fade that occurs between "scenes" is somewhat distracting and annoying.
Other than that, I think this is a great app for puppy enthusiasts who don’t actually want to own a puppy (possibly even due to allergies). At the current price, I don’t see how people could not download this.
Quick Take
Value:High.
Would I Buy Again:Most likely.
Learning Curve:Medium.
Who Is It For:Puppy enthusiasts who can't own an actual puppy.
What I Like:Good graphics and motion.
What I Don't Like:Tough to learn. Controls don't feel responsive enough.
Final Statement:A nice app for anybody who is a dog person.
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