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2017 · KO_OP · Point-and-click adventure · Rhythm

Gnog

PlayStation console exclusive

From acclaimed indie studio KO_OP and in association with beloved game-making initiative Double Fine Presents, Gnog is a 3D puzzle game set in a tactile world of toys and secrets. Point, click, grab, poke, spin, pull, and play with uniquely charming monster heads, and explore the hidden worlds inside them from your couch, or face-to-face in stunning PlayStation VR. Filled with eye-catching designs, playful interactions, and a rich, reactive soundtrack, the hand-crafted heads come to life in your hands!

Released
2 May 2017
Platforms
LinuxMeta QuestPlayStation 4PlayStation VRSteamVRWindowsiOSmacOS
Genres
Point-and-click adventureRhythmPuzzleAdventureIndie
Developers
KO_OP
Publishers
Double Fine ProductionsKO_OP
Modes
Single-player
Perspective
Side viewVirtual Reality
Engine
Unity 2017

About

Gnog (stylized in all caps) is a 2017 puzzle video game developed by KO_OP and published by Double Fine Presents. It was released for PlayStation 4, iOS, Microsoft Windows, and macOS.

Keywords

  • casual
  • steam
  • artsy
  • digital distribution
  • playstation trophies
  • pax east 2017
  • playstation experience 2016
  • playstation experience 2015
  • pax east 2016
  • pax prime 2015

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The articlegameplay, story, development, reception

Development

GNOG was developed by Montreal-based studio KO_OP. Originally titled "GNAH", the title was changed due to a trademark dispute. The game was showcased at the 2014 E3 "Horizon conference". It was shown at E3 2015 with a playable demo.

It was released on the PlayStation 4 on May 2, 2017, and on iOS on November 28 the same year. Later, on July 17, 2018, it became available via Steam on Windows and macOS as well.

Reception

GNOG received generally positive reviews from video game critics. During the 21st Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated the game for "Family Game of the Year.

Releases by platformdates and regions as published

PlatformReleasedRegions
PlayStation VR2 May 2017Worldwide
PlayStation 42 May 2017Worldwide
SteamVR17 July 2017Worldwide
macOS17 July 2017Worldwide
iOS27 November 2017Worldwide
Meta Quest16 July 2018Worldwide
Windows17 July 2018Worldwide

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