Cranky Dog

In the peaceful English village of Upton Snowsbury, a mystical tree referred as the dogwood tree stands at the heart of the community. This enchanted tree is the birthplace of a peculiar breed of dogs that grow from its branches, their tails dangling until they reach maturity. The tree’s origins remain a mystery, but it has been central to the village’s life for generations.

Among its magical offspring is Cranky, a square shaped dog with a crank for a tail and an unyielding spirit for adventure. But when two cryptozoologists disturb the tree’s magic in an attempt to capture Cranky, their actions tear a rift in space, releasing the Darksap a dangerous, dark substance that begins to infect the world, threatening the very existence of the dogwood tree.

As Cranky, players must rise to the challenge and defend Upton Snowsbury. Armed with his crank tail and boundless courage, Cranky will battle corrupted foes, navigate dangerous environments, and fight to save the dogwood tree from the encroaching Darksap. Will Cranky be able to protect his home, or will the darkness consume it all?

Key Features

• Unique Crank Mechanics: Activate  Cranky’s special abilities with the Playdate’s crank in this action-packed puzzle platformer filled adventure.
• A World in Peril: Traverse a whimsical yet dark landscape where the spreading darksap transforms everything it touches.
• Magical Origins: Discover the secrets of the dogwood tree and the strange way dogs grow from its enchanted branches.
• Charming Visuals: Hand-drawn art captures the quirky, magical charm of Upton Snowsbury while reflecting its creeping peril.
• Catchy Soundtrack: Tap your paw along to Cranky’s theme song and other atmospheric tracks.
• Accessible Gameplay: Easy-to-learn controls paired with engaging challenges make it fun for players of all skill levels.
• Narrated Adventure: Enjoy a fully voice-acted narrative where the charming narrator accompanies you throughout your journey. With witty remarks, fun commentary, and reactions tailored to your actions, the narrator adds an extra layer of personality and engagement, making each moment of the adventure more lively and immersive.
  
• Hand-Drawn Animated Story by Alan Snow:
  Immerse yourself in a stunning, hand-drawn animated story intro and cutscenes created by world-renowned illustrator and author Alan Snow, best known for Here Be Monsters, which was adapted into the Hollywood film The Boxtrolls. Watch as the vibrant illustrations and intricate animations bring the world of Cranky Dog to life, adding depth and charm to your adventure.

Can Cranky save the dogwood tree and bring light back to Upton Snowsbury? The fate of this magical world is in your hands—grab the crank and join the adventure!

Cranky Dog is currently in active development, and we're working hard to bring you an exciting and immersive experience. Please note that everything shown so far is a work in progress, and we reserve the right to make changes to gameplay, visuals, and other elements as development continues. All images and content presented are not final and may be subject to updates and improvements as we refine the game. Thank you for your support and understanding as we continue to shape Cranky Dog into something special!