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About CANINE
CANINE is a horror‑themed indie title where a boy searches for his kidnapped dog, Tomy, amid experiments run by an evil corporation. The game adopts a PSX‑style visual and a class B horror film narrative, drawing inspiration from Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Alien Isolation.
The experience is single‑player only, offering stealth‑based survival without weapons—players rely on Tomy’s ball to distract a humanoid dog. A scoring system with stars and a timer determines progress, and achieving a four‑star score unlocks a HARDCORE mode, while the story offers two possible endings depending on the player’s actions.
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Story and Setting
The plot follows a boy’s desperate quest to rescue his dog Tomy after the pet is taken by a corporation conducting animal experiments. The narrative is presented in a class B horror film style, giving the game a gritty, retro atmosphere.
The setting blends classic survival‑horror tropes with a PSX aesthetic, creating a nostalgic yet unsettling environment that reinforces the tension of the rescue mission.
- Observe environmental cues for story hints.
- Compare the retro visual tone to classic horror films for immersion.
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Stealth and Ball Usage
Players cannot use weapons; instead, they must employ stealth to avoid a humanoid dog that patrols the area. The only tool available is Tomy’s ball, which can be thrown to create distractions and open safe passages.
Strategic ball throws are essential for navigating tight spaces, allowing the player to slip past threats without direct confrontation, reinforcing the survival‑horror feel.
- Plan ball throws ahead of enemy routes.
- Watch the humanoid dog’s movement patterns for timing.
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Stars and Timer
A built‑in score system tracks performance using stars and a timer. A built‑in score system tracks performance using stars and a timer, and the resulting rating determines whether you can unlock additional content.
Achieving a four‑star score is required to access the HARDCORE mode, making the scoring mechanic a central driver for replay value and mastery.
- Aim for quick routes to improve timer scores.
- Use the ball strategically rather than relying on constant throws.
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Hardcore Mode Unlock
Hardcore mode becomes available once the player earns a four‑star score. The core mechanics of stealth and ball distraction remain in place in this unlockable mode.
The game features two possible endings based on player actions, which skilled players can pursue across their playthroughs.
- Practice in normal mode before attempting Hardcore.
- Focus on perfecting stealth to survive the tougher conditions.
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Multilingual Options
CANINE supports a range of languages, including English, Spanish, Chinese (simplified), Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, and German, allowing a broad international audience to experience the story.
The game offers these language options, making the story accessible to a broad international audience.
- Try the supported language options to play in your preferred language.
- Compare subtitles across languages for nuanced story details.
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