Be prepared to watch your own living pets wither when kids are faced with the fun and games of the Dogz 4 CD-ROM. The real thing can't stand a chance against this litter of ever-frolicsome puppy dogs (and one pig?) that willingly allow themselves to be dressed up in little Santa suits and transported to a northern snow scene to go sledging. (Flesh-and-blood Fido, meanwhile, hasn't received fresh water in days.) Although when are they going to introduce a little reality, such as the sterile vet clinic, the overcrowded dog run, or the rainy 11pm walk?

Ecstatic wish fulfilment comes in many forms on this CD-ROM. Besides the joyful canine playtime, chock-a-block with props and exotic travel opportunities, there are cool, well-conceived moments in each of the scenes, such as the seeds and bulbs in the flower-garden area that sprout instantly when watered. This is the kind of pure pleasure that kids don't tire of quickly.

Rudimentary voice recognition, the big new feature of version 4, succeeds only halfway. It takes time to physically set up, it takes time to learn to speak correctly; then after all that, it just doesn't seem to hold universal appeal. More assuredly fun are the five new play scenes--European circus, Canadian snow scene, Wild West ghost town, Arabian palace and South Seas island--and their requisite costumes and props. True educational opportunities are available with the Play Scene Editor. --Jean Lenihan

Manufacturer's Description

Journey to the four corners of the world with Dogz 4. Explore exciting new lands. Train and play with your Dogz in adventurous Play Scenes. And Voice Recognition adds a whole new dimension of interaction with your Dogz.

Travel the world and explore new environments!

The Gypsy Circus: Flea circus, cannon and one-Dogz band

The Arabian Palace: Snake charmer, magic lamp and exotic jewels

The Wild West: Tortoise, saloon music and wanted Petz

The Winter wonderland: Sled, snowballs and cool Mr. Snowman

The South Seas Island: Pirate Dogz, treasure chest and rare beetles

New Voice Recoignition
Just like real pets, you can now talk to and train your virtual Dogz!

New Costumes, Accessories and Toyz!
Each new play scene offers more costumes for your Dogz. Pirate hats, animal suits and more! New fun interactive Toyz make your Dogz adventures more exciting than ever.

Play Scene Editor and Travel Diary
Create your own play scenes with the play scene editor and tell stories about your Dogz adventures in the travel diary.

Introduce Your Dogz to Catz!
Buy both Dogz 4 and Catz 4 and your Petz can live and play together!

Backwards Compatible
Owners of previous Dogz can bring their adopted Petz into Dogz 4 for more fun and adventure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars About dogs 4, 10 Nov 2001

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I think dogd 4 is very good.It is way better than the older versions.THere is way more things to do in this like,get to make your own rooms,get to tour the world,YOu are also able 2 speack to your pet in real life thou the pc.It is the best game ever and if you do get it i think your first holiday shouldbe the wild wild west.Its great.
A must for all dogs fan.

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