Since Petz is such an old game, it is difficult to get new people to play. My hope is that by sharing where to install the game here, that more people will find the game and join the 'petz community' of petz players both old and young (there are people in their 30's and older that still play the game. Here is the video game “Dogz: Your Computer Pet”! Released in 1995 on Windows 3.x, it's still available and playable with some tinkering. It's a simulation game and it was released on Mac as well.
Petz: Dogz 2 is an adorable adventure game about dogs, released all the way back in 2007. It's simple, vibrant, and a boatload of fun to mess around in, so if that sounds like something you'd enjoy then I definitely recommend you get your hands on this cute game and try it for yourself.
Choosing your dog
- PC virtual pet video games offer a variety of video games focused on digital pets, including: 'Petz': The 'Petz' franchise, which includes five versions each of the 'Dogz' and 'Catz' games, invites the player to adopt cats or dogs, raise them to adulthood, reward or punish them for their behavior, and breed them to create new pets.
- Petz is a fandom that covers the Petz computer games released by P.F. Magic between 1995 and 2002. The title 'Petz' refers to the combination of two games, Dogz and Catz, which revolve around adopting puppies and kittens, feeding and playing with them, and other activities like training and breeding them.
In Petz: Dogz 2, you get to play as a dog, and you even get to choose the breed you want! There are 40 options ranging from small dog breeds to big ones, so have a scroll through them all when you start up a new save file and pick your favourite. They're all incredibly adorable, so good luck choosing just one! Additionally, you get to name your dog whatever you want, so take advantage of that and maybe even consider naming your virtual dog after your real one if you own one!
A story about a magic hat
Believe it or not, this game has a story mode for you to enjoy! It's centred around a magic hat that you and your friend get tricked into giving away to an evil wolf called Ivlet. The hat has special powers which Ivlet uses to wreak havoc across the Dog Island you all live on, so it’s your mission to track him down and retrieve the hat while helping other animals along the way. It may sound like a silly story, but it’s actually really cute, and although you may not enjoy it if you're older, younger players are sure to love it.
Fun with minigames
A lot of Petz: Dogz 2 revolves around minigames, which are played throughout the main adventure by talking to wild animals in the world, but they can also be accessed from the menu screen. There are so many different ones, including races, flying games, and even treasure hunts, so be sure to try them all out!Alongside these minigames, you’ve also got a fishing minigame which triggers every time you try to catch a fish. That’s right, you can even go fishing! There are quite a lot of unexpected features in this game so prepare to be pleasantly surprised.
Petz: Dogz 2 is a really charming game that’s somewhat reminiscent of Nintendogs, at first, but is closer in gameplay style to Animal Crossing, if I'm honest. Though it may seem like a kids game, it has a lot more depth to it than you may think, so I’d definitely recommend you download Petz: Dogz 2 for yourself and give it a go, regardless of your age.
Pros:
- Range of dog breeds to choose from, with fur customisation options sometimes available too
- Vibrant open world environment with a fun soundtrack
- Controls are simple and super easy to get the hang of
- Lots of different minigames to try
Cons:
- The graphics aren’t amazing and are quite outdated
- The game isn’t super long and can be completed within a few hours
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- Catz: Your Computer Petz
Catz: Your Computer Petz
Windows - 1996
Also available on: Mac - Windows 3.x
Description of Catz: Your Computer Petz
1996, the year Catz: Your Computer Petz was released on Windows, as well as Mac and Windows 3.x. Made by PF Magic and published by PF Magic, this educational game is available for free on this page.
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How to play Catz: Your Computer Petz Windows
Did manage to install the game on Windows XP (VMWare). Had to enable compatibility with Win95 on the setup and the game. Several errors pop during setup, but the game should work anyway.
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Comments and reviews
theflep2020-05-111 point Windows version
What a beautiful game!
carl2020-03-211 point
love this game
Mil2017-11-034 points
If you search the activation code: scroll down and click on the blue 'misc'-button.
Danielle2017-02-130 point
Oops, nevermind, I didn't see the Game Extras!
Danielle2017-02-120 point
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I think it's asking for an activation code. Anyone know where I can get one?
Lex2016-12-12-2 points
It's in German..
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Game Extras
Various files to help you run Catz: Your Computer Petz, apply patches, fixes, maps or miscellaneous utilities.
Mac Version
- Year:1996
- Publisher:PF Magic
- Developer:PF Magic
Windows 3.x Version
- Year:1996
- Publisher:PF Magic
- Developer:PF Magic
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