Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends

 3DS
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 27 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 53
  3. Negative: 6 out of 53
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  1. MichaelMcKitt
    Apr 2, 2011
    6
    If you want my opinion, don't get this game if you already own the original Nintendogs. You will be left feeling quite annoyed that many things have remained the same. The graphics have obviously improved and the 3D effect works great, but as for the actual gameplay, it has more or less stayed the same. You will most likely be amazed by some of the few new features they HAVE included,If you want my opinion, don't get this game if you already own the original Nintendogs. You will be left feeling quite annoyed that many things have remained the same. The graphics have obviously improved and the 3D effect works great, but as for the actual gameplay, it has more or less stayed the same. You will most likely be amazed by some of the few new features they HAVE included, however the excitement quickly wears down, and you feel like there's nothing more to do. Not the best launch title but a good game nonetheless.… Expand
  2. bloody
    Jun 23, 2011
    10
    This is a cool assault game. Funny, nice grapics & really cool。i like the game and i share it to my friends,it reminds me of a game Dog VS Cat.it has iphone verison.Friends can try to have a little fun.
  3. Aniari
    Mar 29, 2011
    8
    Cute, adorable puppies. If that's what you're looking for in this game, it's perfect for you - although, you probably already know that. If you enjoyed the earlier ones, you'll definitely like this new one with even fuzzier looking dogs... and cats! Although, after an hour of playing it, you'll begin to run out of things to do until the next day, however, this game is quite fun, and isCute, adorable puppies. If that's what you're looking for in this game, it's perfect for you - although, you probably already know that. If you enjoyed the earlier ones, you'll definitely like this new one with even fuzzier looking dogs... and cats! Although, after an hour of playing it, you'll begin to run out of things to do until the next day, however, this game is quite fun, and is definitly one of the best games for the 3DS that has come out on the system's release date. I highly recommend it if you enjoy adorable games.… Expand
  4. MrFunsockz
    Jun 15, 2011
    7
    If I had to sum this game up in one word, it would be adorable. Two words? Unequivocally adorable. In fact, I could go on the rest of this review about how adorable the game is, however I'll spare you that. If you've played a Nintendogs game, you'll know what to expect here. If you haven't, think of it like a simplified version of taking care of a real puppy or kitten, or like puppies andIf I had to sum this game up in one word, it would be adorable. Two words? Unequivocally adorable. In fact, I could go on the rest of this review about how adorable the game is, however I'll spare you that. If you've played a Nintendogs game, you'll know what to expect here. If you haven't, think of it like a simplified version of taking care of a real puppy or kitten, or like puppies and kittens if they were a Tamagotchi pet. You'll do things like go for walks, compete in contests, brush your pets, wash them, and feed them. One of the really great features is the use of voice recognition for all the commands and the pet's name, meaning you can call your pet by name, or give it a verbal command to obey. The name (and verbal commands) can be whatever you want, just let it be known that if you say similar sounding things they may get confused (just like a real dog!). The 3D in the game works well, and never strains even on the highest settings, only helping to amplify the sensation of having a puppy or kitten in front of you.

    My only real complaint with the game is you can go through everything the game has to show you rather quickly, and if you have a real pet, this game has nothing to offer that can't be outdone by a real animal. I got this game after the loss of a pet (and when I didn't think I would be able to get any more at my current residence) and while not as good as a real pet, it helps to fill the hole. However, after a month of playing the game not only had I seen everything the game had to offer, but I got two real kittens, and I haven't picked up the game sense. If you can't have a real pet and long for one, liked the first Nintendogs, want something to tide you over til more titles come out for the 3DS, or just love absolutely adorable things, you could do a lot worse than picking this up.    … Expand
  5. LoganGreene
    Aug 1, 2011
    10
    cute and fun. its one of those game that i like to call a pet sim. all kind of things to do. walk dog. and pet your cat. or your dog. it sure is a great game for somone who loves dogs and cats
  6. Picnic_Master
    Jan 4, 2013
    8
    Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends is a sequel to the original Nintendogs games and very similar in terms of gameplay, graphics and overall concept. The developers have added a few nice additional features to the game like the ability to buy furniture for your house and to buy a new type of pet (a cat..). The cats in the game cant enter any competitions unlike dogs andNintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends is a sequel to the original Nintendogs games and very similar in terms of gameplay, graphics and overall concept. The developers have added a few nice additional features to the game like the ability to buy furniture for your house and to buy a new type of pet (a cat..). The cats in the game cant enter any competitions unlike dogs and unless you like cute and fuzzy animals, do next to nothing in the game. One thing you can do is teach your cat tricks although this doesn't make much sense as you cannot enter your cat in obedience competitions. The competitions are still as good as ever and this time the agility competition has been replaced by a lure coursing which in my opinion suits the game best. The game still allows you to buy new rooms for your houses and also allows you to purchase furniture which you can put in the corners of your main room (4 max). The pets can also interact with the furniture which is a nice feature and brings the game to a more realistic sense. On the walking mode they have added a 3d street view to give it that real life charm, you still have the ability to visit shops (which is good) and the all new cafe (which is a tad pointless). On your walks you can pick up materials such as leather, plastic and wood which can be traded in at Mr Recycle for doggy items such as hats, helicopters and music for your dogs to dance to. The dogs still look as cute as ever but this time the game has a more 3d look which makes the dogs look as if they are popping out of your screen. Overall although the game hasn't added many exciting features, it is still as nice to play and fun-for-all as ever and deserves an 8 for those reasons… Expand
  7. MikeCraig
    Apr 17, 2011
    7
    To say I owned the original Nintendogs, I thought this was a little bit too samey to warrant a purchase, but to its credit - Nintendogs + Cats refines a lot of the originals formula and makes it one of the best pet sims to date. But that isn't too big of a step up from the original. There are still a lot of things to do - but these activities last only for a short while, meaning its a goodTo say I owned the original Nintendogs, I thought this was a little bit too samey to warrant a purchase, but to its credit - Nintendogs + Cats refines a lot of the originals formula and makes it one of the best pet sims to date. But that isn't too big of a step up from the original. There are still a lot of things to do - but these activities last only for a short while, meaning its a good pick up for 10 minutes a day kind of experience. The 3D effect works great and as a standalone game is great. As a continuation of the series... maybe not so much. If you didn't check out the original, I do urge you to at least take a look - but I probably wouldn't make it your only launch game you pick up - there's not that much substance to it as you'd expect, but still a fun experience nonetheless.… Expand
  8. delebreaub
    Jun 11, 2011
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendogs+cats is just like the original, but with cats. There are new additions, like a new contest and new breeds. The contests get old, fast, but are fun for a little while. Some nice additions are SpotPass extras released every week or so, along with the ability to StreetPass people when you walk past them, thus allowing you to meet there dog at the park and through a walk. New items, gameplay features and more make this an average pet simulator.… Expand
  9. PeppersReviews
    Apr 27, 2012
    8
    A fun and very cute and adorable pet game. The graphics have improved from the previous Nintendogs. The game isn't very hard either and has a couple of new features (for an example kittens) . While the kittens are very cute you can't walk,train(they can do tricks but not learn them) or enter them in competitions or do much,but just like real life you don't expect to teach a cat tricks.A fun and very cute and adorable pet game. The graphics have improved from the previous Nintendogs. The game isn't very hard either and has a couple of new features (for an example kittens) . While the kittens are very cute you can't walk,train(they can do tricks but not learn them) or enter them in competitions or do much,but just like real life you don't expect to teach a cat tricks.

    Final Grade: B+    … Expand
  10. Chammy
    Feb 2, 2013
    7
    Good game with amazing graphics and the possibility to cuddle puppies and kittens. It's fun to train your dog and to take a walk with it, but after a while it's a little boring.
  11. Pikminjp
    Dec 12, 2013
    8
    This game is just lovely. However there is a some minor things I wished they kept or got rid of. The dogs I'm this game is of course the best thing in the game. Great realistic graphics and personality. One thing is that the agility trails should not have been gotten rid of. Why because they had to replace it with a stupid reel game. For greedy dogs chasing a toy bird to a banana. ThisThis game is just lovely. However there is a some minor things I wished they kept or got rid of. The dogs I'm this game is of course the best thing in the game. Great realistic graphics and personality. One thing is that the agility trails should not have been gotten rid of. Why because they had to replace it with a stupid reel game. For greedy dogs chasing a toy bird to a banana. This game sucks and it's quite broken. Having to reel in the object at a perfect speed is near impossible. Because going a little slow and he biting the toy to shreads. Going too far will result the dog stupidly giving up and it gets me mad. This mini game alone is what droped a point down in the review score. The other was the cats. Yeah kitties not. Almost getting a cat is near pointless because these cute companions don't do anything. What makes things worse is that you can't bring outside. Or play very much toys. Argh just sometimes I should just sell them on how point less they are. The only thing good about them is the cute appearance and petting them. Get realistic nintendo. You should know that atleast give the cats respect on how much you braged about them. Other than that there is new toys, a instesting walking function and tricks you can learn( excluding the error on which you can train your dog to learn how to attack other dogs whenever in the first games.) (no effect). This game to my opinion would have been better without the reel game and more activities.… Expand
  12. Mubbie77
    Apr 8, 2015
    8
    A cute game with very good graphics. A pet simulator which is cute, fun and there's a lot of things to do. The only two thing I would say that needs improvement is the cats, they need to be able to do more things. Also after a while the game can get boring. However after a break the game can get you hooked all over again!
  13. EpicLadySponge
    Jul 13, 2016
    7
    I'd love to train my Nintendog to be the best dog everyone's ever seen! Especially if it was on the 3DS! Sadly, that's all you can do in Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends. Great for dog lovers.
  14. potatita
    May 20, 2018
    10
    PERFECT GAME (Aunque mis perros y gatos estaran muertos de hambre, sed y aburridos)
  15. BigJimmy
    Jun 26, 2021
    8
    Loved this game, but I wish there was more focus on the cats. Cats are very good animals with very interesting lives. Mee-ow! I also want to **** them.

Awards & Rankings

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#24 Best 3DS Game of 2011
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#24 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2011
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#26 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2011

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71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. NintendoWorldReport
    May 20, 2011
    70
    There is plenty to do in Nintendogs + Cats, but most gamers will get tired of the competitions pretty quickly.
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  2. Digital Chumps
    May 16, 2011
    70
    Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends is a solid launch title for the 3DS, just as Nintendogs was for the DS. If you haven't yet experienced the series (which was the case for me), the game is quite enjoyable and is a great way to get some hours on your 3DS in the currently average line-up of games available. However, if you've played the original game and are expecting a new experience, you won't find it here. Just adorable puppies and cats and practically the same gameplay as the original in every way.
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  3. PALGN
    May 16, 2011
    80
    It may not be leaps and bounds away from the original Nintendogs, but a few improvements and additions, regardless of gimmick factor, means that Nintendogs + cats does prove that the virtual pet genre is still alive and kicking.
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