BYTE CATS

About

"Byte Cats" is a story-driven old-school platformer set in a brutal, challenging underworld. Play as a group of unique cats, each with individual abilities like invulnerability, shooting fireballs, and a catmobile for dashing. Unlock new levels, discover secrets, and enjoy precise platforming and powerful abilities in this game filled with hardcore action and a kickass soundtrack.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

Byte Cats features charming pixelated graphics and a fun, engaging story that appeals to fans of classic platformers.
The game offers a variety of mechanics and unique cat abilities, making level design interesting and enjoyable.
The soundtrack is outstanding, with a metal-rock vibe that enhances the overall gaming experience.

The game suffers from performance issues, with low frame rates and long loading times that detract from the experience.
Some players find the difficulty spikes frustrating, especially with infrequent checkpoints leading to repeated gameplay in challenging sections.
Movement mechanics can feel restrictive, particularly with wall-jumping, which may require adjustment for players.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The gameplay of this retro-styled platformer is engaging and reminiscent of classic titles like Super Mario, featuring smooth mechanics, well-designed levels, and a progressive difficulty curve that keeps players entertained. While there are minor bugs and some constraints in movement, the game successfully combines fun mechanics and environmental storytelling, making for an overall polished and enjoyable experience.
- “This retro-styled platform game is fun to play, and its gameplay reminds me of the most memorable titles like Super Mario.”
- “The game perfectly mixes pixelated graphics with awesome gameplay mechanics. It is designed so well that you can enjoy the various levels and environments, even though the difficulty increases progressively. You might find yourself stuck on some levels, but you'll still enjoy the time you're spending.”
- “Byte Cats is an enjoyable quirky platformer with a healthy mix of fun mechanics and environmental storytelling.”
- “Though you can face several problems within the game, some small bugs that don't really affect your gameplay, I'm pretty sure the developers will be solving those as they seem to care about the players and want to provide real entertainment.”
- “While movement feels a little constricted at times, and I wish it was just a tiny bit more forgiving with its mechanics, the game is fairly polished and is overall an enjoyable experience.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
The music in the game is widely praised for its outstanding quality and production, with many reviewers highlighting its metal and rock influences as a standout feature. Players express a desire for the soundtrack to be available for purchase, emphasizing its exceptional contribution to the overall experience, especially for a title in the indie genre.
- “The music is superb!”
- “What made Byte Cats special to me was the outstanding music.”
- “The music is just so good; I know I've said so before, but I was so surprised for an indie game to have such an amazing soundtrack.”
- “I’m torn with this, because the music is clearly well produced and must’ve taken a lot of effort.”
- “I think within the 10-euro price tag it would be awesome for the developers to provide the soundtrack of this game.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The story of the game centers around three deceased cats and is described as fun and engaging, drawing inspiration from classic platformers like Donkey Kong Country and Super Meat Boy. While the narrative is complemented by humorous characters and vibrant environments, some players feel that the overall experience is hindered by optimization issues. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a strong aspect, enhancing the gameplay with its quirky charm.
- “It's got a fun story and vibe, and it is clearly inspired by some of the greatest platformers ever made, namely Donkey Kong Country and Super Meat Boy.”
- “Byte Cats is an enjoyable quirky platformer with a healthy mix of fun mechanics and environmental storytelling.”
- “The story revolves around three cats who died.”
- “Some levels offer classics from the classic genre, which gave me the impression of depth despite the fact that I haven't seen much of the story yet.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Byte Cats features charming pixelated graphics that enhance its accessibility and gameplay experience. The well-designed visuals, combined with engaging mechanics, allow players to appreciate the diverse levels and environments, making it a delightful choice for fans of the art style. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “The game perfectly mixes the pixelated graphics with an awesome gameplay mechanic. The game is designed so well that you can actually enjoy the various levels and environments, even though the difficulty increases progressively. You could find yourself stuck on some levels but still enjoy the time you're spending.”
- “Beautiful game for fans of pixelated graphics; it will surely be a game to platinum.”
- “That, along with the ease of controls, many visual cues, and nice art style, makes the game very accessible to all.”
- “The graphics in Byte Cats feel outdated, resembling a game from the early 2000s rather than a modern release.”
- “The pixelated art style lacks detail and can be quite jarring, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- “While I appreciate the retro aesthetic, the graphics are too simplistic and fail to capture the charm of classic platformers.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its witty storytelling, amusing characters, and entertaining mechanics that enhance gameplay. Players appreciate the comedic elements woven throughout the narrative and the diverse environments, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.
- “The story is funny.”
- “It has really great and funny mechanics, along with great storytelling mixed into the gameplay with abilities.”
- “The story, characters, and environments of the various levels are all funny.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
While some users praise the gameplay and performance as smooth, others criticize the game for being poorly optimized, which detracts significantly from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay is smooth and performance was great.”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for seamless transitions and minimal lag.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs on lower-end systems without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “The story is fun enough, the challenges look fun, but the game is totally ruined by how poorly optimized it is.”
- “The performance issues make it nearly unplayable, which is a shame because the concept is great.”
- “I was excited to play, but constant frame drops and crashes due to bad optimization killed my enthusiasm.”