Cat Lady: The Card Game
- December 12, 2019
- Nomad Games
Cat Lady: The Card Game is a casual card game for 1-4 players. The objective is to collect the most valuable cats, cat toys, and bits of food, while avoiding negative cards like fleas and catnip mice. Players take turns drawing and playing cards, and the game ends when the draw pile is exhausted. The player with the highest point total wins. This game is a fun and light-hearted addition to the popular Cat Lady franchise.
Reviews
- The game is incredibly cute and easy to learn, making it a delightful experience for cat lovers.
- Gameplay is quick and engaging, with matches lasting only 5-10 minutes, perfect for short breaks.
- The digital adaptation is well-executed, featuring charming graphics and sound effects that enhance the overall experience.
- The user interface has several bugs, including scrolling issues that can hinder gameplay.
- There is no online multiplayer option, limiting the ability to play with friends remotely.
- The tutorial is overly long and can be frustrating, making it difficult for new players to get into the game quickly.
- graphics26 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and cute art style, which enhances the overall relaxing experience of the card game. Reviewers highlight the nice colors, effective graphical effects, and the seamless integration of the artwork from the original card game, contributing to a visually appealing and enjoyable gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, especially given the game's price point.
“The graphics are adorable, which does set up the game to feel like a really cute and relaxing card game.”
“Where the game excels at given its price is the graphics.”
“Quick, cute, fun game with good graphics and effects.”
“The artwork (most credit on that going to the original card game, but the GUI holds true to the art style).”
“The tutorial, artwork, and AI.”
“The art style is really cute, and honestly, who doesn't love cats?”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging card-based mechanic where players manage various elements like cats, food, and toys on a 3x3 grid, leading to quick rounds filled with interesting decisions. While there are numerous mechanics to learn, the tutorials effectively guide players, making it accessible despite its complexity. Overall, the game offers a fun experience with unique challenges and collectible elements, appealing to both casual and dedicated players.
“There are lots of different mechanics to learn and manage, plus different game modes that introduce new levels of challenge, different unique cats with special powers to collect, and fun achievements to earn.”
“The gameplay may sound simple (and it is) but somehow, it still remains fun and every round you have simple but interesting decisions to make.”
“The gameplay is easy to learn by just going through the little tutorials and doesn't have a 'mastery' level so to speak once you get into it.”
“The gameplay is rather simple: cards like cats, food, toys, cat costumes, etc., are laid out on a 3x3 grid.”
“It's a bit of a struggle to learn because there's a lot of mechanics, but the tutorials help a ton.”
“The gameplay is easy to learn by just going through the little tutorials and doesn't have a 'mastery' level, so to speak, once you get into it.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and inoffensive, enhancing the overall casual experience. Players appreciate the charming sound effects, such as purring when feeding cats, which contribute to the game's cute aesthetic. Overall, the music and sounds are well-received, adding to the enjoyment of gameplay without being overwhelming.
“I enjoyed the relaxing music, sounds, and animation, and that your work towards the achievements isn't limited to your wins, but to all the rounds you play.”
“I love the music, drawings, and sounds (feeding cats gives you a purring sound, for example).”
“It's cute, the music is inoffensive, and it's cheap.”
“The music is inoffensive and feels cheap.”
“The music lacks depth and variety, making it forgettable.”
“While the music is casual and relaxing, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's user interface is reported to be quite buggy, though these issues do not significantly impact overall gameplay, leaving the game still playable.
“The UI is very buggy.”
“The UI is a bit buggy, but nothing rendering the game unplayable.”
- story4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as adorable and engaging, complementing its charming graphics and gameplay. Players appreciate the concise storytelling elements that enhance the experience, particularly in the AI battle mode where they learn about their opponents. Overall, the narrative contributes positively to the game's appeal.
“Everything about the game, from the graphics to the story, is adorable. 10/10”
“Doesn't take much space, games don't take long, and has a cool AI battle mode with sweet story information about your opponent.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game's replayability aligns better with its reduced price, suggesting it offers decent value for repeated playthroughs. However, its overall simplicity may lead some to recommend waiting for a sale before purchasing.
“The base price did go down since I bought it, and it does match the replay value of the game more now, but because of its overall simplicity, it might be better to wait for a sale.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game can be enjoyable with friends, solo play tends to become repetitive and lacks challenge after completing all achievements, leading to a grind-heavy experience.
“You may play it with friends, but when playing solo, there isn't much to do after you complete all achievements, which isn't really challenging, but more grinding, so to speak.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing sounds made by the cats during feeding interactions, which many players find to be genuinely entertaining and even more enjoyable than real-life experiences.
“The sounds the cats make when you feed them (or take food away) are hilarious!”
“The humor in this game is so well-crafted that it feels like a delightful parody of real life.”
“Every interaction is filled with witty dialogue that keeps you laughing throughout the gameplay.”