Gravhounds Brings Dog-Human Hybrids to Extraction Shooter Genre With Unique Mechanics

Gravhounds is an upcoming cooperative extraction shooter where players command human-canine hybrid characters on resource-gathering missions against escalating enemy waves. The game distinguishes itself through automated pipeline systems for gathering resources and character-specific abilities tied to different dog breeds, creating engaging "push your luck" decision-making about when to extract. An open playtest revealed promising traversal mechanics and skill progression systems, though the developer has opportunities to refine character differentiation and balance gameplay rewards before its early access launch.

Gravhounds features four playable characters during its open playtest, each representing a different dog breed with distinct statistics and unique abilities. Players progress through missions by unlocking upgrades across multiple skill trees that enhance character attributes and provide access to defensive turrets and technology. The game emphasizes character customization and long-term progression systems that reward repeated engagement with the title.

The game's core mechanic centers on a expandable pipeline network that automates resource delivery to the player's extraction vessel. This system allows teams to construct turrets and defensive structures at pipeline nodes while resources flow automatically toward the ship. The pipeline also serves a traversal function, enabling players to grind along its segments for rapid map navigation during combat scenarios.