Alien Cat 2

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Alien Cat 2 is a single player puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Repa Games and was released on June 15, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Alien Cat 2" is a top-down puzzle game where you help a black cat save the universe by collecting gold coins and reaching portals, while avoiding various traps and enemies. The game features 22 levels with increasing difficulty, dynamic gameplay, and clones that mimic the cat's movements. With old-school graphics, simple controls, and no restrictions on level playthrough, the game offers a charming and challenging experience. Achievements are also available to unlock.

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Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Alien Cat 2 offers a clever and engaging puzzle experience that challenges players to think strategically and plan their moves carefully.
The minimalist pixel art style and simple controls enhance the gameplay, allowing players to focus on the puzzles without distractions.
The game provides a satisfying sense of accomplishment as players navigate through increasingly complex levels, with a fair learning curve and no harsh penalties for failure.

The game can feel repetitive after the initial levels, as it relies on rearranging familiar hazards without introducing new mechanics.
The strict clone movement system can lead to frustration, as even minor mistakes can result in failure, making it less forgiving for casual players.
While the game is short and compact, some players may find the overall experience lacking in depth and variety, leaving them wanting more.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The gameplay is centered around a unique mechanic that challenges players to control multiple characters simultaneously, creating a puzzle-like experience that is easy to learn but difficult to master. While the design is clean and the level progression is thoughtfully crafted, some players note that the formula can become repetitive after a while, with limited new mechanics introduced. Overall, the game delivers a satisfying and engaging experience through its minimalistic approach and clever use of its core mechanics, though there is potential for more variety and depth.
- “This mechanic transforms each level into a puzzle that is not only about navigating one character but several at once, forcing players to visualize multiple positions and predict how each movement will affect all of their copies simultaneously.”
- “It’s a mechanic that feels intuitive to grasp but tricky to master, and it’s where the game’s true identity emerges.”
- “The game never overwhelms the player with mechanics, yet it continually surprises through creative use of its few elements.”
- “After the first dozen levels, the formula begins to feel familiar, and while the puzzle design remains clever, the lack of new mechanics limits variety.”
- “Same gameplay you've seen 100 times already...but it has been done well.”
- “It's pretty short, and there's a lot of potential for more gameplay mechanics and variety of set pieces, but what's here is good.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and fitting the meditative gameplay, though some describe it as modest and repetitive. While some users express a desire for more variety or classic music, others appreciate the soundtrack as a strong complement to the pixel art visuals. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience for most players.
- “The music absolutely slaps and I need it in my life.”
- “Pixel art, good soundtrack.”
- “+ pixel graphics and nice music.”
- “The background music is modest and repetitive but fits the meditative rhythm of the gameplay.”
- “The music of exhaustion.”
- “Love the colors, but the music can go... how about some classical music?”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming retro pixel art style that complements its minimalist aesthetic, allowing the puzzles to take center stage. Players appreciate the seamless controls and stunning visuals, which enhance the overall immersive experience while maintaining a focus on cerebral gameplay.
- “Boasting seamless controls, breathtaking visuals, and a captivating narrative, it provides an immersive and gratifying gaming experience.”
- “With smooth controls, stunning visuals, and an engaging storyline, it offers an immersive and enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “On the surface, it appears to be a basic pixel-art puzzle adventure about collecting coins and avoiding traps, but beneath its simple aesthetic lies a deeply methodical structure that demands foresight, precision, and spatial reasoning.”
- “For players who appreciate cerebral puzzles and methodical thinking, Alien Cat 2 offers a few hours of solid mental engagement wrapped in a modest but charming retro aesthetic.”
- “A fun little puzzle game with a charming retro pixel graphic style.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a stark contrast in storytelling; some players appreciate the absence of a narrative, focusing instead on mechanical gameplay and design, while others praise the game for its engaging storyline and immersive experience. Overall, the story aspect varies significantly, with some players valuing pure gameplay over narrative, while others seek a compelling plot.
- “With smooth controls, stunning visuals, and an engaging storyline, it offers an immersive and enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “There’s no story, no unnecessary fluff, and no distractions—just pure mechanical logic presented through clean design and thoughtful challenge progression.”
- “I'm on a quest of at least trying every game in my library, of which I have plenty from all kinds of cheap mass-bundles, others I bought directly, yet others from sites like nivqgames.”
- “[0.2] game story”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is significantly boosted by a wide range of collectibles and the availability of multiple difficulty levels, encouraging players to revisit the game for a more challenging experience.
- “The game's replayability is heightened by its assortment of collectibles and various difficulty levels.”
- “The game's replay value is enhanced by collectibles and multiple difficulty settings.”