Watch Dogs facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Watch Dogs |
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| Developer(s) | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher(s) | Ubisoft |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 Wii U Xbox 360 Xbox One |
| Release date(s) | 27 May 2014 |
| Genre(s) | Action-adventure |
| Mode(s) | Single player multiplayer |
Watch Dogs (also written as Watch_Dogs) is an exciting action-adventure video game. It was made by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. The game first came out on May 27, 2014. You can play Watch Dogs on many different game systems. These include Microsoft Windows computers, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Wii U.
The game was first shown to the public at a big event called E3 2012. This is a large video game trade show. At E3, Ubisoft announced that the PC version would be the main one.
Watch Dogs received several awards at E3 2012. IGN, a popular gaming website, called it the Best PC Game. They also said it was the Biggest Surprise and Best New Franchise of the show. In 2013, GameSpot readers voted it the People's Choice Most Exciting Game of E3.
The story of Watch Dogs follows a character named Aiden Pearce. Aiden is a skilled hacker. He uses his hacking abilities to explore the city of Chicago. Aiden is searching for information. He wants to find out who was responsible for a sad event that affected his family.
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About the Story and Gameplay
In Watch Dogs, players control Aiden Pearce. He is a "vigilante" hacker. This means he uses his computer skills to fight crime. Aiden can hack into the city's main computer system. This system is called ctOS (Central Operating System).
Hacking the City
The ctOS system connects almost everything in Chicago. It controls traffic lights, security cameras, and even people's phones. Aiden can hack into ctOS to change things around him. For example, he can:
- Change traffic lights to cause accidents.
- Raise barriers to stop cars.
- Access security cameras to see what's happening.
- Listen to phone calls.
- Get information about people walking by.
This hacking ability is a big part of the game. It helps Aiden complete his missions. It also helps him move around the city.
Exploring Chicago
The game takes place in a large, open version of Chicago. Players can explore the city freely. You can walk, drive cars, or use other vehicles. The city is full of details. It has different neighborhoods and landmarks.
Players can choose how they want to play. You can focus on the main story missions. Or you can do side missions and activities. These activities include things like:
- Stopping crimes.
- Playing mini-games.
- Finding hidden items.
Game Modes
Watch Dogs offers different ways to play.
Single-Player Mode
In single-player mode, you play alone as Aiden Pearce. You follow his story. You complete missions to uncover the truth. This mode lets you explore the city at your own pace. You can also practice your hacking skills.
Multiplayer Mode
The game also has a multiplayer mode. In this mode, players can connect online. They can play with or against other people. Some multiplayer activities include:
- Hacking: One player tries to hack another player's game world. The other player must find and stop them.
- Racing: Players can race against each other in cars.
- Decryption: Teams of players try to decrypt a file while fighting each other.
These online modes add more fun to the game. They let you test your skills against other players.
Reception and Awards
When Watch Dogs was first shown, it got a lot of attention. People were excited about its hacking features. It won awards at E3, as mentioned earlier. These awards showed that many people were looking forward to playing it.
The game sold many copies when it was released. It was a big success for Ubisoft. It also led to more games in the Watch Dogs series.
See also
In Spanish: Watch Dogs (serie) para niños
