Dog Man Comes to Life in 'Mission Impawsible' Video Game

Gaming Staff • August 8, 2024

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Mindscape and Dav Pilkey have collaborated to create a video game based on the bestselling Dog Man graphic novel series. The game, titled "Dog Man: Mission Impawsible," will be distributed globally by Mindscape in digital and physical formats. This partnership was facilitated by The Joester Loria Group, the exclusive global licensing agent for Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club.

Dog Man, created by author and illustrator Dav Pilkey, has gained significant popularity since its launch in 2016. The series has sold over 60 million copies in print and has been translated into 47 languages. The latest title, Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder, was a #1 bestseller in multiple countries.

Jackie DeMaio, Senior Licensing Director at The Joester Loria Group, expressed excitement about the partnership, emphasizing Mindscape's experience and passion for delivering high-quality games. Mark Huijmans, owner and CEO of Mindscape, shared similar enthusiasm, describing the game as an opportunity for fans to interact with their favorite characters in a dynamic way.

"Dog Man: Mission Impawsible" is a 2D side-scrolling platformer with puzzle mechanics. Players will explore five different worlds across 50 levels, visiting iconic locations from the Dog Man universe. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Microsoft Xbox Series X|S.

Dav Pilkey is a children's book author and illustrator who has been creating award-winning and bestselling books for 38 years. His stories often reflect his personal experiences with ADHD and dyslexia.

Mindscape, founded in 1991, is a video game publisher and distributor known for working with big brands such as Disney Dreamlight Valley, Bluey, and Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2. The company has a history of delivering fun and accessible games for various age groups.

The Joester Loria Group is a full-service licensing and brand extension agency representing brands such as Chiquita, PepsiCo, Kellogg's, Toyota, and Lexus.

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