The DOG Island
by UBI Soft
List Price:
Our Price: $26.79
You Save: $3.20 (11%)
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Buy Used: from $20.00 (click here)
Category: Video Games
See more product details and other editions
Product Summary
Brand: UBI SoftRelease Date: 2008-05-06
Platform: Nintendo Wii
Model: 17359
Publisher: UBI Soft
Product features:
- Discover an adorable adventure for kids - heartwarming story of a dog trying to save his sibling from sickness
- Pick your puppy and customize it with clothes and accessories as you progress in the adventure
- Control your puppy easily with the Wii-mote and sniff out hidden treasure trusting the sense of smell
- Meet more than 48 different breeds and become friends with them
- Visit diverse and highly recognizable environments, from Egypt to Greenland
Video Game Reviews of The DOG Island
Customer Review: Absolutely pleasant and sickenly sweet
Summary: 5 Stars
I agree with the review of just letting this game be what it is. Somethings that will be a drawback for those without patience are the long and mostly unnecessary video sequences very early on in the game. There is also an awful lot of reading as the dialogue between characters is written, not spoken. Younger players who are not reading well or at all will need someone to watch with them much of the time. But hey, reading with our kids is becoming a lost tradition that needs a comeback in some form. This may just lead to bedtimes reading chapters of "Charlotte's Web" with your children rather than just popping in the video and getting it all over with in just over an hour. Sorry...I digress.
The game looks and sounds great, the story is engaging and though sickenly sweet that's okay. Jeez it's about Puppies so what would you expect. There are moments when you'll be moved and think "Awwwww..." and moments you'll laugh, and even be excited. About 30 minutes into the game it becomes what you want it to with exploration and some angry creatures that, yes, will hurt you if you're not careful. The youngest boy I work with was afraid of the snakes and the wild boars and always handed the controller to another resident to play those parts but he never quit playing and remained engrossed in the story line. Anyone can relate to being sick, trying to help someone in need and the frustrations and rewards that come with that. That's what this game is all about. It reminds me very much of the original "Animal Crossing" for the Gamecube to be honest and in some ways, as much as I love that game, I enjoy this one even more. The big difference is this has an adventure story line with a definite beginning and end and "Animal Crossing" just keeps going.
I find this game very easy to recommend for adults and children. Keep in mind you will have to take time to help younger, non-readers along with the game and also spend the first 20 or so minutes with them to get to the meat of the adventure. Goodness, it's a game about puppies. How can you not like puppies. And don't be fooled by the cover, this is not a puppy simulation like 'nintendogs'. Nothing like that at all. I was concerned at first looking at the cover that it may be but was SO happy to discover it's a very engaging adventure story. Simplistic, yes, but still engaging.
Description of The DOG Island
Imagine that you're on an island full of dogs. In The Dog Island for Nintendo Wii, you play as a dog whose brother falls ill one day. In order to help your brother, you head to an island in search of a legendary flower. The game includes stages in grass planes, snowy fields and even deserts. You can select from a variety of dogs. This is an adorable adventure for kids, based on the best-selling franchise 'THE DOG'.Adventure Games
Computer and Video Games
Bestsellers in Adventure Games
My Word CoachUBI Soft; UBI Soft; Release date: 2008-06-04; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $11.50
Price in other shops:
Go Diego Go: Safari Rescue2K Play; 2K Play; Release date: 2008-02-12; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $17.79
Price in other shops:
Disney Princess: Enchanted JourneyDisney; Disney; Release date: 2007-11-13; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $17.65
Price in other shops:
Wario Land: Shake It!Nintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-09-23; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $34.49
Price in other shops:
Lego Indiana Jones: The Original AdventuresLucas Arts; Lucas Arts Entertainment; Release date: 2008-06-03; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $41.89
Price in other shops:
Endless Ocean: Dive, Discover, DreamNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-01-22; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $26.59
Price in other shops:
Star Wars The Clone Wars: Lightsaber DuelsLucas Arts; Lucas Arts Entertainment; Release date: 2008-11-11; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $47.99
Price in other shops:
LEGO BatmanWarner Bros; Warner Bros; Release date: 2008-09-23; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $39.95
Price in other shops:
Star Wars: The Force UnleashedLucas Arts; Lucas Arts Entertainment; Release date: 2008-09-16; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $42.99
Price in other shops:
Active Life Outdoor ChallengeNamco; Namco; Release date: 2008-09-09; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $50.95
Price in other shops:
Similar Video and PC Games
Wii MusicNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-10-20; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $44.99
Price in other shops:
Animal Crossing: City FolkNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-11-16; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $46.36
Price in other shops:
Super Mario GalaxyNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2007-11-12; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $32.00
Price in other shops:
We SkiNamco; Namco; Release date: 2008-05-13; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $27.20
Price in other shops:
Carnival GamesTake 2; Take 2; Release date: 2007-08-27; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $36.99
Price in other shops:
Wii Remote ControllerNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2006-11-19; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $32.95
Price in other shops:
Wii Nunchuk ControllerNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2006-11-19; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $17.00
Price in other shops:
Official Nintendo Wii WheelNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-04-27; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $14.99
Endless Ocean: Dive, Discover, DreamNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-01-22; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $19.78
Price in other shops:
Mario Kart Wii with Wii WheelNintendo; Nintendo; Release date: 2008-04-27; Nintendo Wii; Video Games
Best price: $59.99