This newly announced soulslike has a main character inspired by Dark Souls' most heartbreaking boss fight
Stray Dog: Nobody Cares asks the question: "What if you were Great Grey Wolf Sif?"
Stray Dog: Nobody Cares is a recently announced soulslike that draws inspiration from Dark Souls, particularly its most heartbreaking boss fight. The game's protagonist is a lupine companion to a knight-errant named Knight Artorius, who embarks on a quest to rescue his master from captivity. This storyline mirrors the main character's mission in Dark Souls.
The game features a dark-fantasy setting with crumbling ruins, undead enemies, bonfires, and boss fights, much like Sif's battles in Dark Souls. The hound's combat style is acrobatic, reminiscent of Sif's balletic swordplay. Parry Frames Studio, the developer, revealed that Stray Dog suddenly gained popularity on X after sharing early test footage.
The developers are now working on adding stealth mechanics to the game, but specifics are unclear. Parry Frames, known for their previous soulslike Crimson Oath, has completed Stray Dog's combat framework, which appears robust in the available footage. The game is set to release in 2026.
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