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"Pup Champs: Adorable Football Puzzler Hits iOS, Android Soon"

by Mia Apr 14,2025

Get ready for a delightful twist on the football genre with Pup Champs, an upcoming release that combines adorable pups with the thrill of the game, set to launch on iOS and Android on May 19th. But don't let the football theme fool you; Pup Champs isn't your typical sports simulator. Instead, it's a charming puzzler that challenges you to strategically move your team, make precise passes, and score goals, all while dodging tackles from the opposing team.

Designed to be accessible to even casual fans, you won't need to understand complex rules like the offside to enjoy and succeed in Pup Champs. The game also comes with its own heartwarming underdog story, where you take on the role of a retired soccer coach guiding a team of young pups to become amateur football champions.

Pup Champs will be available as a free-to-start game, offering an initial set of 20 puzzles to get new players started. While the concept of mixing pups with football might seem like a natural fit in our cuteness-obsessed world, especially given the popularity of events like the Puppy and Kitten Bowl, Pup Champs surprises by focusing on puzzle-solving rather than sports simulation.

Developed by Afterburn, the team behind acclaimed titles like Railbound, Golf Peaks, and Pulsar, Pup Champs promises not only adorable aesthetics but also a high level of gameplay skill. So, while the game boasts a cutesy chic style, it's backed by solid game design.

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