Hello everyone, I am the editor of Qitan. Today I want to introduce to you a puzzle and decompression game called "My Dog" that I can't stop playing. The painting style is soft and cute, and the operation is simple, but the level design is really brain-burning. In each level, there is a pitiful little dog waiting for you to rescue. The editor himself was stuck from beginning to end and laughed until his stomach ached. He compiled some practical tips and ideas for clearing the level and shared them with players who also like to use their brains~
Let's talk about the basic gameplay first: the game is a line drawing puzzle. You need to draw lines, shapes or fill in colors on the screen to help the puppy get out of the predicament. Some levels require you to draw a bridge to cross a river, some require you to draw a cage to protect it from harm, and some require you to draw props to light a torch or cut a rope. In short, the solution to each level is full of unconstrained creativity, and not following the routine is its charm.
Regarding customs clearance ideas, the editor summarized some experiences:
First, break the conventional thinking. Many levels may seem like you don't know what to draw at first glance, so don't think based on realistic logic at this time. For example, in one level, a dog is tied to a balloon. You may want to draw scissors to cut the rope, but the actual solution is to draw a dark cloud and rain, so that the balloon gets wet and falls down. Observe every element in the picture. Sometimes a small butterfly or a puddle can become the key.
Second, pay attention to the prompt text and hidden information on the screen. Some levels have numbers, arrows, or small marks hidden in the background, which serve as clues to solve puzzles. For example, there are three holes drawn in one level, and you need to draw lines through them in order. The order is hidden in the symbols carved on the tree next to it.
Third, use the "hint" function that comes with the game. If you are stuck for more than 30 seconds, a light bulb icon will appear in the upper left corner. Clicking it will give you a light guide, such as flashing at a certain location. The editor recommends that you think of a solution first, and then look at the prompts if you really can't figure it out. This will give you a greater sense of accomplishment.
Fourth, try different ways of drawing lines. Some levels require you to draw a continuous line, some require you to draw closed shapes, and some require you to draw multiple independent shapes. Don't be afraid of making mistakes, the game will give you feedback on whether what you draw is valid. For example, if a dog is locked in a transparent box, you try to draw a hammer to open it. If the system does not respond, then try another idea, such as drawing a key or a bomb.
Fifth, pay attention to the dog's condition. In some levels, the dog is sleeping, crying, and shaking, and these expressions hint at what it needs. For example, a dog may be shivering because it is cold, so you need to draw a piece of clothing or a sun to keep warm; a dog may be crying because it misses its owner, so you need to draw a simple drawing of the owner to comfort it.
Finally, I would like to share a little easter egg: some levels in the game do not have standard answers, such as drawing a line to make the dog swing. As long as the line you draw is of the right shape, the swing can swing, and you can pass the level with different drawing methods. This open design allows for new surprises every time you replay.
Now the game has also updated the "Daily Rescue" mode. There is a random puzzle every day. If you pass the level, you can collect bones to feed your dog. The editor strongly recommends it to friends who like casual puzzle solving, don't want to use too much brain, and want to have some fun. Go download it and give it a try. Maybe you are smarter than the editor. If you have any tricks to overcome the challenges, please share them in the comment area! 🐾