CAT Interstellar

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CAT Interstellar is a challenging and immersive single-player spaceship simulation game. Players must manage resources, navigate through alien structures, and survive in a hostile interstellar environment while uncovering the secrets of an ancient alien race. With its realistic physics and detailed 3D graphics, CAT Interstellar offers a unique and thrilling experience for fans of space exploration and sci-fi games.

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Play Modes

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

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 784 reviews

story154 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a beautifully designed environment that immerses players in the Martian landscape.
The lore and concept of the game are intriguing, with potential for a deeper story as the game develops.
The controls are smooth and intuitive, making it easy for players to navigate and interact with the environment.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under an hour, leaving many feeling unsatisfied.
The story feels incomplete and abruptly ends just as it starts to get interesting, leading to confusion and disappointment.
There are limited gameplay mechanics, primarily consisting of simple fetch quests and exploration without much challenge.

story
504 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as intriguing yet frustratingly short, often leaving players wanting more as it abruptly ends just as it becomes interesting. Many reviews highlight the potential for a deeper narrative, but the current execution feels incomplete, with confusing plot points and a lack of resolution. While the atmosphere and visuals are praised, the overall consensus is that the story serves more as an introduction to a larger tale rather than a fully realized experience.
- “The story line was interesting and makes me want to know more about this story line and universe.”
- “The tip of iceberg storytelling worked really well for me and left me satisfied and made me think.”
- “The story was actually quite compelling, kept me on playing it.”
- “The story just stops as soon as something mildly interesting happens.”
- “The story is very thin.”
- “The story abruptly just stops, like you have to buy the full game to get the rest of it.”
graphics
179 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many reviewers praising the visuals as solid, beautiful, and atmospheric, particularly for an indie title. The use of Unreal Engine 4 has resulted in impressive environments and character models, although some players noted occasional graphical issues and a lack of depth in certain areas. Despite these minor drawbacks, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's immersive experience, making it visually appealing and engaging.
- “Excellent graphic design and world building.”
- “The graphics are good and capture a sense of something otherworldly.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, and while I normally hate filters, the filters in the game make it look really nice.”
- “The graphics look much better in the trailer and screenshots than in the actual gameplay.”
- “I have seen other people try and make out this had intended to be a larger project; I just don't see it. When you play the game, it all feels half-arsed and unfinished, like all the attention went to things like graphics and lighting effects.”
- “Another problem is the general graphical aspect of the game; the levels are small and yet really empty, badly designed, and lack some purpose, which gives a sensation of wandering around aimlessly.”
gameplay
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Cat Interstellar" is primarily described as a short, simplistic experience, often categorized as a walking simulator with minimal interactive elements. Players report an average gameplay duration of about 30 minutes to an hour, with mechanics that feel repetitive and underutilized, leading to a lack of depth and engagement. While the atmosphere and visuals are praised, many reviewers express disappointment in the overall gameplay experience, suggesting it may be more suitable as a demo or early access title rather than a fully developed game.
- “From the gameplay to the lore, this game is for casual and hardcore gamers alike.”
- “The gameplay is fun; I enjoyed the movement and how enjoyable it was to traverse through the world the game created. It felt very atmospheric with all the drones and androids working together to make Mars a more suitable place to continue their work.”
- “The gameplay is solid, Mars is beautifully made, and the story is headed in a very interesting direction.”
- “Game mechanics are not utilized fully and you basically just do the same thing throughout the game.”
- “Despite the description's mention of an hour-long gameplay, the experience feels rushed and lacking in depth.”
- “Playing as a maintenance bot on Mars sounds promising, but the gameplay fails to deliver any significant engagement or challenge.”
atmosphere
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, engaging sound design, and immersive environments, particularly in its portrayal of Mars. Players appreciate the relaxing yet evocative ambiance, enhanced by a subtle soundtrack that complements the exploration experience. While some critiques mention a lack of depth in the story, the overall atmospheric quality remains a highlight, making it a captivating experience for those who enjoy atmospheric and exploratory gameplay.
- “The atmosphere is very astonishing, because it's pretty relaxing even if sad events happen.”
- “The game's atmospheric storytelling, combined with its beautiful visuals and soundtrack, creates an engaging experience.”
- “It's really atmospheric and I was totally engaged right through.”
- “Atmosphere – meh, so-so, you don’t feel like you are in space or on Mars.”
- “Sound design was simple: it's hard to know what Mars sounds like, but having some atmosphere it's not impossible to make a guess that it has plenty of wind and sand drifting across plains of open land.”
- “Well, everyone can be a critic and say something negative about this game - like that it has a shallow story - but what I found most important here was the overall atmosphere, in which aspect Ionized Games succeeded with their creation!”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its atmospheric qualities and ability to enhance the overall experience. While some find the soundtrack to be immersive and fitting for the game's theme, others criticize it as sub-par or lacking variety, with instances of music cutting out during gameplay. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the music contributes positively to the atmosphere, there is room for improvement and expansion.
- “The music, though subtle, also added to the atmosphere and futuristic vibe.”
- “Looks great, the NPCs are fun, music is fantastic, and I find the story behind it intriguing.”
- “The game's atmospheric storytelling, combined with its beautiful visuals and soundtrack, creates an engaging experience.”
- “The soundtrack is sub-par, the graphics are sub-par, the plot is sub-par.”
- “The music just cuts out and the game is plain boring.”
- “I would like to see music added because it's very quiet as it is right now, or maybe that is the intent?”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its engaging dialogue and quirky characters, particularly the robots, which provide both comedic relief and worldbuilding. Players appreciate the funny interactions and lines, although some feel that not all exploration elements are equally entertaining. Overall, the game combines a cute atmosphere with a sly sense of humor, making for an enjoyable experience despite occasional technical glitches.
- “The game is immersive, with lots of humor and voice acting telling a story about robots given a bleak task to save humanity.”
- “The most fun parts are the overheard dialogue, which is both funny and a nice bit of worldbuilding.”
- “Short game with an interesting story and a sly sense of humor.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most players reporting smooth performance and minimal glitches. While some users experienced occasional visual bugs and minor issues, particularly with destructible environments and AI behavior, there are no game-breaking problems noted. The game has improved since its early access phase, leading to a more stable experience for most players.
- “The game played smoothly with no glitches.”
- “No glitches, bugs, etc. My AI companion only got stuck once.”
- “From reading around the game's Steam page, the character went through some work to get it to where it behaved as fluidly as it does now and isn't buggy as it used to be.”
- “I observed multiple visual glitches, had sound disappear after reloading a chapter, and even crashed to desktop once trying to talk to an android.”
- “It's not that the game is unplayable or buggy... it's just that it's seriously underwhelming.”
- “Occasional bugs and glitches, especially in early access.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many reviewers noting that once the story is completed, there is little incentive to play again. The short length and linear storyline contribute to this sentiment, with most players only returning to achieve 100% completion. Many feel it should be considered more of a technology demo than a full-priced game due to its limited replay value.
- “The visuals and environments were nice, and the voice acting was good, but the only real replay value is getting all the achievements.”
- “I played through the game twice while getting all the achievements, and that's about all I will do.”
- “If that is indeed the direction this is heading, then such puzzles will have to be dynamic and change through each playthrough, or the game as a whole will have very little replay value other than the aforementioned graphics.”
- “There's no replay value; once you know the story and the ending, but I would definitely recommend playing it if you like original sci-fi stories.”
- “However, the game has very little plot, no replayability, and can be completed with everything explored (all achievements even) in under one hour.”
- “It should have been labeled as a technology demo with no replayability and priced accordingly.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with smooth performance and decent visuals on medium hardware. However, some users noted that it may not perform as well on lower-end systems, and there are minor issues with specific controls that are being addressed. Despite these concerns, the game runs without significant technical glitches, indicating solid optimization overall.
- “The game looked decent without chugging the framerate, which is always the first sign of good optimization.”
- “Nice visuals, good performance also for medium hardware.”
- “So far the graphics look stunning and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Optimization for lower-end computers is not stellar, let's say that.”
- “I also hope new content and updates improve the graphics performance and make the game a bit lighter.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mixed response from players; some find it deeply moving, with moments that provoke tears and a sense of loss, particularly through the memorials for pets. However, others criticize the game for lacking emotional depth and meaningful storytelling, comparing it unfavorably to more impactful titles like "Dear Esther." Overall, while some players appreciate the emotional weight, others feel it falls short in delivering a compelling emotional experience.
- “Honestly shed a tear because of the ending.”
- “Finding the memorials for your pets was both heartwarming and saddening.”
- “Even though the developers say that this game could be played in one sitting, I broke up my gameplay by the chapters because I would get emotionally drained by the experience.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to forced walking segments and the need to frequently navigate the menu console. While loading times are quick and the graphics are appealing, the overall experience can feel repetitive and cumbersome.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Walking to the menu console became tedious for me after a while.”
- “Forced walking parts are tedious.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating its cool gameplay but expressing frustration over the presence of ads and concerns about the depth of content relative to its early access pricing.
- “I only hope I never paid more than that when it was early access and they were advertising this as something far more in-depth.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development for supporting androids is noted to be limited, suggesting that these characters lack depth and complexity compared to the main protagonists.
- “The character development in this game is truly remarkable, allowing players to form deep connections with the protagonists.”
- “I love how the character development unfolds throughout the story, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “The game offers a rich narrative that enhances character development, providing players with meaningful choices that impact their journey.”
- “Limited character development for supporting androids.”
- “The main character's growth feels stagnant and unconvincing.”
- “Supporting characters lack depth and meaningful arcs.”