There are heroes who save kingdoms. There are warriors who conquer worlds. And then there’s Pogui; a tiny pug who just wants to get back to bed.
Launching for £4.19 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Play Anywhere, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation, Pogui is a side-scrolling precision platformer from Eastasiasoft Limited and Pufferfish Digital that blends retro pixel art charm with fast, stamina-driven gameplay.
It’s colourful. It’s chaotic. And it’s surprisingly demanding for a game starring such an adorable pup.
At A Glance
- Game: Pogui
- Developer: Eastasiasoft, Pufferfish Digital
- Publisher: Eastasiasoft
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Play Anywhere, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation
- Price: £4.19
- Genre: Precision Platformer
A Pup With A Mission – Nap Time
Pogui’s goal couldn’t be simpler: to reach his bed.
Unfortunately, the journey there involves navigating dreamlike stages filled with hazards, tricky jumps, and mechanics designed to test your reflexes. Presented in bright retro pixel art, each level introduces new twists, from toy-filled playground chaos to sugary landscapes and sunny beachside challenges.
Movement is sharp and responsive. You’ll run, jump, and dash through side-scrolling stages, keeping a close eye on Pogui’s stamina meter. Push too hard and you’ll leave yourself vulnerable mid-jump. Master the pacing, and you can chain together slick, flowing runs that feel immensely satisfying.
It’s cute on the surface, but make no mistake, this is a precision platformer at heart.
Golden Bones And Puppy Protection
Collecting golden bones isn’t just for show. These act as a protective buffer, giving Pogui a bit of insurance against the dangers ahead. Careful players will hunt them down across levels, balancing risk and reward.
An overworld map connects stages, giving the adventure a sense of structure and progression as you unlock new areas and mechanics.
And then there’s the wardrobe. Along the way, Pogui dons outfits ranging from chef’s hats to space suits, because if you’re going to conquer treacherous platforming stages, you might as well look adorable doing it.
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie – Eventually
Pogui doesn’t aim to reinvent the platforming genre. Instead, it delivers a compact, polished experience built around responsive controls, vibrant worlds, and a lovable protagonist.
It may start as a simple quest for nap time.
But getting there? That’s where the real challenge begins.
Now available for £4.19 on Xbox (Xbox Store), PlayStation, Switch (Nintendo eShop) and PC, Pogui is ready to test your reflexes – and your affection for pixelated pups.
