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Dog of Wisdom

Dog of Wisdom is a 2D action platformer where you play as Pepper the dachshund. Fly around barking at nothing and sample the galaxy's best foods, all while attaining the knowledge to be good. Get the foods and the wisdom and the hat and the galaxy.

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Developer
Joe Gran
Publisher
Joe Gran
Release
July 28, 2026
5 days ago
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Positive46 reviews91.3%

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About the Game

Traverse the world as Pepper the dachshund as you fly around and bark at nothing! Gain wisdom in search of the galaxy's most dog-friendly foods -- but watch out for the toxic ones. Learn the difference by playing. Featuring:

  • Pixel-perfect side-scrolling graphics in the style of classic handheld games.

  • Four levels of cosmic fun, natural splendor, and moral vice to challenge even the most good of dogs.

  • Bonus stages of tail-wagging fundis.

  • The hat.

Controls:

Arrow keys or WASD : Directional Pad

Z or J : Action, Jump

X or K : Dash, Bark at Nothing

Esc: Pause Menu

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