Babette

About

"Babette" is a virtual pet game from the 90s, where you adopt and care for a cute cat named Babette. As you progress through five levels of difficulty, taking care of Babette by petting, feeding, and playing with her becomes increasingly challenging. Strange occurrences hint that Babette may be developing a mind of her own and gaining control over your surroundings, making you question if this adorable kitten is trying to break free.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a fun and unique premise, combining elements of horror with nostalgic Tamagotchi gameplay.
Visually appealing with creepy background actions and engaging mini-games that keep players on their toes.
Offers a challenging experience, especially in nightmare mode, which adds replayability and excitement.

The mini-games can become repetitive and frustrating, leading to a tedious gameplay experience over time.
Some players may find the controls unresponsive or difficult, resulting in frequent mistakes and deaths.
The game lacks deeper lore or mechanics to keep things fresh between nights, which may leave some players wanting more.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay of Babette is characterized by a repetitive core loop involving a few mini-games aimed at survival, which some players find frustrating and lacking in variety. However, others appreciate the nostalgic horror elements and engaging atmosphere, noting that the gameplay can be thrilling, especially in nightmare mode. Overall, while the mechanics may feel stale to some, the game's style and surprises keep a segment of players invested.
- “I usually don't play games like these, but the style and gameplay keeps me engaged!”
- “If you like late 90's/early 2000's nostalgia, horror, and frantic gameplay, give Babette a try.”
- “The premise is fun, the spooky atmosphere is immaculate, and the gameplay is full of surprises.”
- “- The core gameplay loop is moving through various screens doing the same 3-4 terrible mini games to stop being killed by Babette.”
- “- Probably one of the most frustrating gameplay experiences I've had this year.”
- “I would've adored it and been a little more engaged with a bit of lore or new mechanics introduced between nights to keep things fresh.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are highly praised for their quality, contributing to an immersive experience, especially in Nightmare mode, which elicits strong emotional reactions through its creepy visuals and sounds. However, while the mini-games start off enjoyable, they quickly become repetitive.
- “Nightmare mode made me scream out loud a few times, and the creepy sounds and visuals put some sweat on my back.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the great visuals and initially enjoyable mini-games, but many find that the grinding aspect becomes tedious quickly, diminishing the overall experience.
- “The visuals are great and the mini-games are fun at first, but they get tedious really fast.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story has captivated players, generating excitement and curiosity about its deeper meanings.
- “The story of the game got me excited, and I wonder what it all means.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its spooky and immersive quality, creating an engaging backdrop that enhances the fun premise and keeps players on their toes with unexpected gameplay elements.
- “The premise is fun, the spooky atmosphere is immaculate, and the gameplay is full of surprises.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised, with multiple users emphasizing that it significantly enhances the overall experience and makes the game worth trying.
- “The music alone makes it worth giving that one a shot!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While some players acknowledge a degree of replayability, many feel that a single playthrough is sufficient for their enjoyment of the game.