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"A Tower Full of Cats" is a hidden object game that takes you on a vertical adventure through the history of cats and beyond. Climb the tower of time and discover over 1400 unique cats, with additional items to find and an adaptive soundtrack. The game promises a purr-fect combination of fun and feline frenzy.

A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot
A Tower Full of Cats screenshot

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,081 reviews
music100 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions

  • Charming and cute art style with a lot of personality in the cats.
  • Relaxing gameplay with a good balance of challenge and fun, making it enjoyable for all ages.
  • Supports a good cause by donating proceeds to cat shelters, adding a meaningful layer to the gaming experience.
  • Some hidden items, particularly the nuts and bolts, can be frustratingly difficult to find.
  • The music can become repetitive over time, which may detract from the overall experience.
  • A few bugs and glitches were reported, such as issues with the hint system and game freezing.
  • music
    180 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty, relaxation, and seamless transitions between different eras, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, many found it charming and enjoyable enough to purchase the soundtrack separately. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and immersive quality.

    • “The music is calming and changes so seamlessly between eras.”
    • “The music is great and incredibly relaxing in each stage.”
    • “The soundtrack is dynamic, changing instrumentation going from the industrial era to medieval times to ancient Egypt.”
    • “As a downside, the sound effects and music are still really repetitive and will eventually get on your nerves, but the fun, relaxing gameplay more than makes up for it.”
    • “My only complaint is about the music, because while fitting the locations nicely, it does get old fast, but that's about it.”
    • “The music is cute but at times can be repetitive.”
  • story
    114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as charming and engaging, featuring adorable characters and a light-hearted narrative centered around rescuing cats and promoting pet adoption. Players appreciate the integration of side quests and interactive elements that enhance the storytelling experience, making it feel immersive and rewarding. Overall, the combination of appealing visuals, delightful music, and a meaningful message contributes to a satisfying gameplay experience.

    • “Another solid hidden object game from devcats with a great story, appealing visuals, and fun gameplay.”
    • “I found the story very charming, and all the lovely tiny little cats.”
    • “The story is cute and it promotes adopting cats.”
    • “The story felt very complete.”
    • “The plot is simple and not intrusive, which makes it easy to enjoy the game.”
    • “Even when you 'finish' the story, things aren't over.”
  • graphics
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and detailed art style, which features adorable characters and vibrant colors that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the creativity and heart put into the visuals, with many noting the delightful hidden details and the unique artistic representation of different time periods. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a standout in the hidden object genre.

    • “The art style of the game is very appealing and every little kitty exudes so much personality despite being just tiny details in a bigger picture.”
    • “This game really has a beautiful art style and an incredible love for details.”
    • “A tower full of cats combines delightful artwork with charming cat-filled puzzles.”
    • “However, you do need a better graphics card than the minimum as there are a few cats you might never find unless you can really enlarge the graphics.”
    • “Like the other games in this franchise, the artwork works with the cats themselves to camouflage them so you end up with various levels of difficulty in every location.”
    • “The levels are graphically detailed so finding the last few objects needed can be very hard, even when they are not fully hidden.”
  • gameplay
    45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this hidden-object game series is characterized by enjoyable mechanics, including item collection and cat-finding, set against a backdrop of charming visuals and a relaxing atmosphere. While some players noted repetitive sound effects, the innovative gameplay features, such as a rotation mechanic and clever puzzles, enhance the overall experience, making it engaging and fun. The developers' commitment to quality and creativity is evident, resulting in a robust and immersive gameplay loop that keeps players entertained.

    • “Another solid hidden object game from devcats with a great story, appealing visuals, and fun gameplay.”
    • “Incredibly chill, from gameplay, to music design, to level design.”
    • “The content is impressively robust, yet the gameplay loop never becomes tedious.”
    • “Only complaint is one of the new mechanics gave me motion sickness, so I didn't play around with that.”
    • “While I understand that they are an additional thing to do, they only serve to pad out the gameplay, since they don't unlock anything else and are annoying to search for.”
    • “The gameplay loop never becomes tedious, but it feels like it lacks depth and variety.”
  • emotional
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players expressing deep feelings of warmth, joy, and even tears throughout their experiences. Many reviewers highlight the game's heartwarming themes of cat adoption and rescue, which resonate strongly and contribute to a cozy, wholesome atmosphere. The developers' commitment to real-world animal welfare adds a meaningful layer, making players feel connected to a greater cause while enjoying the gameplay.

    • “I cried finishing this game; it means the world to me what they do and that they put so much care into the games they make.”
    • “Their heartfelt message about adoption and supporting less fortunate cats adds a meaningful dimension to the experience, transforming a cute puzzle game into a platform for raising awareness about real-world animal welfare.”
    • “It's rare to find a game that so successfully combines entertaining gameplay with such a heartwarming purpose, making each discovery feel like you're part of something bigger than just a game.”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its fun and diverse cat-themed content, featuring hundreds of hilarious illustrations and references that evoke laughter. Players appreciate the charming and expressive designs of the cats, as well as the clever nods to various films, games, and books, which enhance the overall experience. The combination of cute visuals, funny quests, and engaging mechanics contributes to a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere that resonates with players.

    • “Fun, diverse maps with hundreds of hilarious cats.”
    • “Very chill and fun game, lots of funny references.”
    • “I truly appreciate finding this game; it made my whole day laughing and giggling at the different cats and their expressive faces.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability, with players enjoying the challenge of discovering numerous cats and exploring expansive areas. Many users appreciate the fun factor and the fact that they can revisit the game without easily recalling every location, enhancing the overall experience. However, some express a desire for additional replay features, similar to other titles.

    • “High replay value and just too cute.”
    • “It's a lot of fun to play and the replay value is quite high as you will never remember every location of every cat no matter how many times you play it.”
    • “Honestly, there are so many cats and so much area, there is plenty of replay value if you want to find everything again.”
    • “I wish games like these had more replayability, like Castle of Cats, where you could play the arcade version of the boss fight with Fofinio.”
    • “I think it has replay value.”
  • atmosphere
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its relaxing and cozy qualities, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack that creates a calming environment. Players appreciate the cute graphics and the overall fun vibe, making it an ideal choice for unwinding after a long day.

    • “The game is so relaxing, and the music suits the game atmosphere so well!”
    • “The soundtrack feels atmospheric and creates a beautiful cozy space to search for little kitties.”
    • “The atmosphere is cozy and fun, and it's nice to just relax and play.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extensive and demanding, often requiring significant time investment. However, the diverse locations and robust content keep the gameplay loop engaging and prevent it from becoming tedious.

    • “You would think that with multiple locations to scour, the game would get boring and tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game, particularly in the Linux version, is criticized for several bugs, including issues with the audio sliders in fullscreen mode, disappearing UI elements, and problems with gameplay mechanics like the hourglass vanishing. While some users find the game generally solid, it is noted to be less polished compared to previous releases, indicating a need for further refinement.

    • “At least in the Linux version, you cannot fully mute the music/sounds in fullscreen mode as the menu glitches out when you try to use the sliders.”
    • “Also very buggy and unpolished compared to previous devcats releases; I couldn't play in fullscreen due to my mouse cursor almost always being invisible, and simple things such as juggling two sections of the tower results in your hourglass vanishing if one of those areas happens to be complete.”
    • “A bit buggy here and there (the magnifying glass kept vanishing despite there still being cats to find), but it's pretty solid.”

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5h Median play time
5h Average play time
4-7h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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