# Barkoku

> Barkoku: A unique grid-based logic puzzle. Find the hidden dogs and solve it!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.hookstudio.barkoku](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.hookstudio.barkoku)

## Overview

- **ID:** `dev.hookstudio.barkoku`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Hook Studio
- **Category:** GAME\_STRATEGY
- **Downloads:** 3
- **Version:** 1.17
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2026-08-28
- **Publisher country:** AT
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.hookstudio.barkoku)
- **Website:** [https://www.hook-the-cat-studio.com/](https://www.hook-the-cat-studio.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/hookstudio-datenschutz](https://sites.google.com/view/hookstudio-datenschutz)

## Description

Master the Grid, Find the Dogs – Welcome to Barkoku!<br>Are you a fan of Sudoku, Minesweeper, or classic logic puzzles? Prepare for a fresh, masterfully crafted challenge! Barkoku combines deep deductive reasoning with a charming dog-themed adventure that will put your brain to the ultimate test.<br>THE CHALLENGE Your mission is simple: place the hidden dogs in the grid. But don&#39;t be fooled—as the boards grow from a beginner-friendly 5x5 to a massive 15x15 expert grid, you&#39;ll need every ounce of concentration to succeed!<br>THE THREE GOLDEN RULES<br>1.<br>Rows &amp; Columns: Exactly one dog must reside in every row and every column.<br>2.<br>Color Regions: Each uniquely colored area on the board must contain exactly one dog.<br>3.<br>Keep Your Distance: Dogs love their personal space! No two dogs can touch each other—not even diagonally.<br>FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE 🔍 The Intelligent Magnifier: Stuck on a tough move? Our overhauled &quot;Lupe&quot; tool isn’t just a hint; it’s a logic assistant! It corrects your errors, applies deductions, and provides blinking hints to guide your next move.<br>🔄 Full Undo/Redo System: Made a mistake or want to try a different path? Use the arrow buttons to step back and forth through your entire move history—even after restarting the app!<br>📡 Pro Tools: Use the Radar to scan areas or Bones to restore your lives when things get tricky.<br>🔥 Daily Streaks &amp; Rewards: Play every day to build your streak and earn random bonuses like extra tools or massive point boosts!<br>🏆 Global Leaderboards: Compete with players worldwide! Can you reach the top of the Google Play Games rankings and become the ultimate Barkoku Master?<br>🌍 Global Support: Enjoy Barkoku in 23 languages, including English, German, Persian, Ukrainian, Uzbek, and many more.<br>WHY BARKOKU?<br>•<br>Dynamic Scaling: The board fits perfectly on any screen size, from small phones to large tablets.<br>•<br>Brain Training: Improves concentration, logic, and spatial reasoning.<br>•<br>Saves Your Progress: Our database-driven save system ensures you never lose a single mark, even if you rotate your phone or close the app.<br>Can you find all the dogs? Download Barkoku today and start your logic journey!

## Rankings

- #3,010,355 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `dev.hookstudio.barkoku.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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