A Building Full of Cats
- July 7, 2022
- Devcats
- 2h median play time
"A Building Full of Cats" is a charming puzzle game where players help a group of cats navigate through a mysterious building. Solve increasingly complex puzzles by controlling the cats' unique abilities and working together to unlock the building's secrets. With adorable visuals and challenging gameplay, it's a purr-fect choice for puzzle enthusiasts.
Reviews
- Charming and relaxing gameplay with adorable art and music.
- Supports a good cause by donating proceeds to help shelter cats.
- Engaging hidden object mechanics with a variety of cats to find.
- Very short playtime, typically completed in under an hour.
- Limited hint system, with only one hint available per level.
- Some cats are very small or cleverly hidden, making them difficult to find.
- music175 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, perfectly complementing the charming visuals and gameplay. Players appreciate the variety of soundtracks that match the themes of each level, creating a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. While some found the music repetitive, the majority enjoyed its calming nature, making it an ideal backdrop for leisurely gameplay focused on finding hidden cats.
“The art and the music are so relaxing and bring me amazing vibes, memories, and get my head out of things.”
“The music is soothing and perfectly curated for the nature of this game.”
“The music fits the game wonderfully, with different tracks for each level.”
“The music is very simple and repetitive.”
“However, if you plan to record yourself playing the game, just note that the music on floor 3 will need to be muted if you used the VOD from Twitch or publish the gameplay on another platform due to potential copyright.”
“Well, you've to adjust the music volume at the beginning, so be careful.”
- graphics119 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and colorful art style, which is both cute and detailed, enhancing the overall relaxing experience. Players appreciate the clever integration of hidden cats within beautifully designed environments, complemented by a soothing soundtrack. While some minor graphical glitches were noted, the overall aesthetic and visual appeal received high marks, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The artwork is so sweet, 100% recommend!”
“The graphics are hand-drawn and are very detailed while still being aesthetically pleasing to look at.”
“10/10 for adorable graphics, nice music that is neither distracting nor grates on the ears and the best 'chill vibes' a game has given me in some time.”
“Has some graphical weirdness when clicking the hint button, but otherwise it was what you'd expect from this sort of game.”
“Noticed a weird flashing graphics glitch that I did not have with the other games.”
“The graphics are simple.”
- emotional48 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as heartwarming, wholesome, and filled with cute cat content that evokes strong feelings, including tears of joy. Many reviews highlight the game's charming art and its mission to support stray cats, creating a relaxing and uplifting experience that resonates deeply with players. Overall, it is celebrated for its ability to provide a cozy, emotional journey that leaves a lasting impact.
“I cried tears of joy in the end.”
“The ending of the game is also heartwarming.”
“I love cats and this was really relaxing and heartwarming; I almost cried at the end.”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple and relaxing, focusing on finding hidden cats in a charming environment, which many players find enjoyable for unwinding. While the mechanics are praised for their creativity and smoothness, some reviewers note that the game is relatively short and could benefit from additional levels or variations. Overall, it offers a pleasant experience, though it may feel repetitive to some.
“Cozy gameplay and a good soundtrack to relax to after a busy day.”
“The mechanics are enjoyable, the hidden cats add challenge but little stress, and the game is short enough to be completed in a single sitting.”
“They love the simplicity of the gameplay and the opportunity to explore a building full of other cats.”
“The gameplay seemed repetitive and lacking in substance, with no real challenge to speak of.”
“There's no ability to zoom in or out on this one and the gameplay is even more limited than Castle, but it was still worth the hour to hour and a half I spent clicking through it.”
“The game was really fun; I liked it a lot, though there's not too much time worth of gameplay.”
- story40 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as simple yet charming, revolving around the mission of caring for a neighbor's cats across various floors of a building. While some players find the narrative shallow compared to other titles from the developer, others appreciate the unique aesthetics and the heartwarming message about adopting stray cats. Overall, the story adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate a cute narrative in a hidden object format.
“I loved going up and down the building and how the story evolved simply by searching for cats in different rooms throughout each floor.”
“An aspect that is worth noticing is also how each floor has its own aesthetic, set of visuals, chromatic scene, OSTs, and little story.”
“There is a hidden story in a puzzle game that made me restore faith in humanity.”
“It has a shallow plot and no storyline.”
“Even though they are seemingly the same game with different scenarios, they feel very different: no 'zoom' feature, no story, less map complexity, no characters, no personality...”
“The story is very simple, but still sweet.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its adorable and whimsical portrayal of cats in silly and ridiculous situations, often leading to unexpected laughter. Players appreciate the funny details, cute art style, and hidden easter eggs that enhance the overall charm and lightheartedness of the experience. The game is described as both funny and relaxing, making it a delightful and heartwarming adventure for cat lovers.
“This game/puzzle is just hilarious!”
“I wasn't expecting to laugh, but some of the cats are doing silly or ridiculous things and I ended up laughing in delight more than once.”
“Many cats are also drawn in hilarious and cute positions which just adds to the charm of the game.”
- grinding9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, as locating hidden cats often requires clicking on numerous objects without clear indicators of interactivity. This repetitive task can detract from the overall enjoyment, turning the search into a frustrating experience rather than a fun challenge.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Some cats are hidden behind movable objects that must be interacted with to reveal them, and if you want to find every hidden cat, then the game devolves into tediously clicking on every conceivable object since it's not obvious where most cats are hiding.”
“A tedious click fest due to cats hiding within containers and odd, weird spots.”
“Hidden cats are a big part of this game, and while I loved them, when you put the cats inside a place with lots of closed doors, it makes you click too much to try to find the right one. There is no way to tell which is the right place to look, making it tedious and not fun.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its relaxed and fun vibe, enhanced by soothing music and the charming addition of hidden cats. Players find it to be an ideal choice for unwinding, making it a delightful experience for cat lovers and casual gamers alike.
“Music and atmosphere were on point.”
“As a proud owner of ten cats myself, all 11 of us can say we had a great time playing the game: the atmosphere created is relaxed and fun, the music is soothing, the addition of hidden cats is awesome, and of course, let's not forget Fofino.”
“If you enjoy unwinding at the end of the day with a peaceful atmosphere, get this game.”
“The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
“Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
“The environments are lifeless, making it hard to get lost in the game's world.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game offers good replayability, as players can return to it after some time, particularly due to the engaging mechanics like the need to frequently interact with cats. Additionally, it provides an inclusive experience, allowing even those with cat allergies to enjoy the gameplay.
“I don't see anything wrong with it in regard to the cause, and it added replayability.”
“Replayable after a while (cats need to be petted quite often!) even people with allergies to cats can enjoy this.”
“I don't see anything wrong with it in regard to the cause and it added replayability.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is well-received, with users noting the absence of heavy advertising, which contributes to a more enjoyable gaming experience.
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stability, with users reporting no glitches or technical issues, indicating a smooth and reliable gaming experience.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches or technical issues.”
“I haven't encountered any bugs, making for a stable gaming experience.”
“The stability of the game is impressive; everything works as intended.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highly praised, with users giving it a perfect score of 5/5 for its exceptional character design and graphics, indicating a strong visual representation that enhances the overall experience.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally enjoyable, though some users have noted issues with full-screen mode that can affect the experience. Overall, it keeps players engaged despite these minor concerns.
“Kept me busy for a while; full-screen optimization is a bit weird, but other than that, the game was enjoyable.”
“Full screen optimization is a bit weird, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
“I encountered numerous optimization issues that made gameplay frustrating at times.”