If you want a dog, but you can't get one because you are a clean freak or there wasn't enough space even for tiny little dog, don't be upset just get a digital pet instead.
Nintendogs
A realistic pet simulation game that involves player to care for the puppy just like the real one. The puppy in this game will become hungry, thirsty or dirty after a period of time. It is up to the player to feed the puppy, keep the puppy clean, take the puppy out for a walk, teach some tricks and train puppy for the contest to earn money.
Pros - The game play is quite realistic, uses touch screen easy to navigate, uses voice command to teach puppy its name and tricks, uses real time synchronizes with the Nintendo DS clock. The game includes 20 dog breeds. The player can have up to 8 puppies, but only 3 can be kept at home, while the rest must be deposited at the Dog Hotel. If the player no longer wants the puppy, he or she can donate the puppy at the Dog Hotel. All dogs in this game will always be puppies, they never grow up, never become sick and never die.
Cons - The graphic is not as realistic as it should be. Puppies are only available in 3 different looks per breed. Some aspect of the game is not realistic, puppies never get old, never get sick, never die and never make a mess in the house. All puppies have the same requirements, same exercise needs, the only difference seems to be the personality.
Requirements - Nintendogs + Nintendo DS / Nintendo DS Lite / Nintendo DSi / Nintendo DSi XL / Nintendo 3DS / Nintendo 3DS XL
Recommended for - Anyone who wants a realistic pet dog.
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Nintendogs + Cats
A realistic pet simulation game and a sequel of Nintendogs game. This game involves player to care for the puppy and kitten just like the real one. The puppy and kitten in this game will become hungry, thirsty or dirty after a period of time. It is up to the player to feed the puppy and kitten, keep them clean, take the puppy out for a walk, teach some tricks and train puppy for the contest to earn money. Keeping the kitten is a bit different from puppy. Kitten cannot be taught tricks, cannot be taken out for a walk and they prefer exploring the furniture in the house.
Pros - Even more realistic graphic than Nintendogs. The top screen can be viewed in 3D. The game uses touch screen easy to navigate, uses voice command to teach name and tricks, uses real time synchronizes with the Nintendo 3DS clock. The game includes 27 dog breeds and 3 different types of cats. There are more variety in sizes and colors for both dogs and cats. All dogs and cats in this game will always be either puppies or kittens, they never grow up, never become sick and never die. If the player no longer wants the puppy or kitten, he or she can donate it at the Pet Hotel.
Cons - While there are more choices of dog breeds + cats to choose from, the player can only keep 6 pets in total as oppose to a total of 8 puppies for Nintendogs. Some aspect of the game is not realistic, puppies and kittens never get old, never get sick, never die and never make a mess in the house. All puppies have the same requirements, same exercise needs, the only difference seems to be the personality.
Requirements - Nintendogs + Cats + Nintendo 3DS / Nintendo 3DS XL
Recommended for - Easily bored people and anyone who wants realistic pet dog and cat.
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Neopets
A fantasy virtual pet game that can be played for free on the website
www.neopets.com . The objective of the game is to earn money (Neopoints) by playing mini games. From there, the player can buy food to feed the pet or buy anything else such as quest items, furniture for furnishing the house (Neohome), buy collectibles or use Neopoints to upgrade their shop and house. The player can have up to 4 pets. The pet can be given away at the pound if the player no longer wants it.
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| The world map. Each place has its own quests, games and items. |
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| The Neopian Central, the shopping place of the capital city. |
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| Many pets to choose from, but maximum of pets you can have is 4. |
Pros - The game is free. There are many pets to choose from. The website is updated daily. There's a lot to do, playing mini games, decorating the house, collecting stuff, set up your own shop, train your pet, have your pet battle other pets. Your pet is immortal, but it can still get sick.
Cons - Player under the age of 13 will need parental permission and the content of the game will be limited. Some pets and some items are limited. This game is very competitive, if your computer or the internet is slow, you will be at disadvantages.
Requirements - Computer and internet
Recommended for - Kids and teenagers. Anyone who is somewhat fluent in English. Anyone who is easily bored and likes fantasy virtual pets.
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Tamagotchi
An egg-shaped digital pet. Small and portable resembled digital watch. The objective of the Tamagotchi is to keep the pet alive for as long as possible. If it is neglected, it will die. The player will need to feed, clean and play with the pet. If it becomes sick, it must be treated as soon as possible. The pet can grow and change its appearance according to how it is raised by the player.
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| So many version and colors to choose from. |
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| The newer version included more function and colorful screen. |
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| The Tamagotchi's appearance changes according to how you raise it. |
Pros - There are many version and colors to choose from. Small and portable. Simple and easy to play.
Cons - The pet's life expectancy is really short. Small screen may be unsuitable for people with vision problems
Requirements - Tamagotchi + battery
Recommended for - Anyone interested in portable fantasy virtual pet.
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Pet Society
A virtual pet game that can be played for free on facebook. The player can feed, bath and play with the pet, buy items to dress your pet, decorate your pet house and have your pet race in the stadium for money. If the player has a friend who plays Pet Society, both players can have their pets visit each other's house and trade items.
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| Change your pet's appearance as many times as you want. |
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| Dress your pet. |
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| Decorate your room as you like. |
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| Shopping center (items updated every week) |
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| Lots and lots of collectibles. |
Pros - The game is free. The pet's name and appearance can be changed as often as you like. You can trade items with your friends. There are many items to collect and the shop is updated weekly.
Cons - Some items must be paid with real money and most of these items are out for a limited time.
Requirements - Facebook account
Recommended for - Anyone who loves interior design and lots of customization. Easily bored people. Anyone who enjoys collecting items.
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Pokemon
An RPG game that involves a turn-base strategy battle. From the beginning, the player will be given a Pokemon, which will help you battle and progress the game. Later on, you can capture more Pokemon to help you build the best team. This may not be a pet simulation game, but it does involve the player to care, train and befriend with the Pokemon in order to become stronger Pokemon Trainer. If you want to have Pokemon as a pet, Pokemon Heart Gold / Pokemon Soul Silver is highly recommended because both games included a Pokewalker (a pedometer) for free. You can upload your Pokemon from the game to Pokewalker and then go out for a walk. Now you have a Pokemon pet that can go anywhere with you.
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| Pokemon Heart Gold / Pokemon Soul Silver |
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| Pokewalker |
Other Pokemon Version
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| Pokemon Diamond / Pokemon Pearl |
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| Pokemon Platinum |
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| Pokemon Black / Pokemon White |
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| Pokemon Black 2 / Pokemon White 2 |
If you want a dog-like Pokemon, these are some Pokemon you might be interested.
These dog-like Pokemon can be taught to use bite, flamethrower, psychic, etc. without being illegal.
Much better than teaching Pitbull to kill other dogs, eh?
Pros - The game has story line. There are over 490 Pokemon to collect. You can train them to battle with other player. There are mini games such as Pokeatlhon, Pokemon Contest, underground mine, etc. (some mini games are exclusive for some version of Pokemon game). Pokemon can live forever, can be bred, they never die, they just faint and can be healed for free at Pokemon Center. You can release them if you no longer need them.
Cons - Some Pokemon are unobtainable in game and must be obtain during the game event only. To get all Pokemon, the player must trade with other players.
Requirements - Pokemon Diamond / Pokemon Pearl / Pokemon Platinum / Pokemon Heart Gold / Pokemon Soul Silver / Pokemon Black / Pokemon White / Pokemon Black 2 / Pokemon White 2 + Nintendo DS / Nintendo DS Lite / Nintendo DSi / Nintendo DSi XL / Nintendo 3DS / Nintendo 3DS XL
Recommended for - Anyone who wants a fantasy pet with special power. Anyone who enjoys competitive battle. Anyone who loves collecting (Pokemon).
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The Sims 3 Pets
A simulation game that has no fixed story line. The game will progress according to how the player plays. The player can create and simulate the characters including pet dogs, cats and horses. If you want to experiment with your life living with pets, this is the only game that does it realistically. Your main character (human sim) is in charge of earning income in order to pay for the tax, build the house and feed the pet(s). At the same time, the player can control the action of the pet or simply let it decide autonomously. Taking care of the pet involves feeding, bathing, brushing, playing, cleaning the mess, training, praising desirable behavior or scolding undesirable behavior. Dogs, cats and horses have different skills, no matter what you have as a pet, all of them can help you earn extra income, which also depends on how well you train them.
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| Customize your pet the way you like it. |
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| Feed your pet. |
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| Train the horse for the jumping competition. |
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| Teach a dog tricks. |
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| Play with a dog. |
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| Play with a cat. |
Pros - The player can change the pets appearance. There are endless possibility of the game play depending on how the player plays the game.
Cons - The game is not portable. The game may experience some lagging (depends on the game content and the computer)
Requirements - The Sims 3 (main game) + The Sims 3: Pets (Expansion pack) + computer
Recommended for - Anyone who enjoys realistic simulation game. Anyone who likes to experiment with their simulated characters.
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