Get ready for a delightful twist on the football genre with Pup Champs, an upcoming game that blends adorable pups with the excitement of football, launching on iOS and Android on May 19th. But don't be fooled by the sports theme; Pup Champs isn't your typical sports simulator. Instead, it offers a unique puzzle experience where you strategically move your team, making passes and crosses to score goals while evading tackles from the opposing team. Designed to be accessible and enjoyable for casual fans, you don't need to understand the offside rule to triumph in these matches.

Adding to the charm, Pup Champs comes with an inspiring underdog story where you play as a retired soccer coach mentoring young pups to become amateur football champions. The game will debut as free-to-start, offering 20 puzzles to kickstart new players into the action.

While the idea of mixing pups with football might seem like a natural fit given the popularity of events like the Puppy and Kitten Bowl, Pup Champs surprises with its puzzle focus rather than a sports simulation. Developer Afterburn, known for their work on acclaimed titles like Railbound, Golf Peaks, and Pulsar, brings both skill and style to this charming game, ensuring it's not just cute but also engaging.

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