I was already sold on this cozy Metroidvania, and then I learned its cute space rovers are based on the devs' dogs: "We're constantly wiping our eyes during team meetings"

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works.

I have a feeling that its actual release is going to be an emotional rollercoaster for us all.

This alone sounds delightful, but it’s the extra twist it’s housing that genuinely made me sob.

The titular Good Boy rover isn’tjusta space rover.

From their personalities to their appearances, they’ve been purposely crafted to convey their likenesses.

Creating their dogs' memory tapes has been an emotional challenge, however.

“So everyone gets really upset when we’re making them.

You canwishlist it on Steamright now, too.