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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
85% User Score Based on 60 reviews

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cat notebook is a single player simulation game with a mystery theme. It was developed by naircat and was released on February 1, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

cat notebook this is a WALKING SIMULATOR for a VIRTUAL MUSEUM that plays at the pace of DESERT BUS. You're going to go fucking insane playing this shit. It is sprawling and gigantic and has a shit ton of amazing art and original music to experience. there are next to no gameplay elements. this game is FUCKING HARD, i made it and i still haven't beat it. I'm scared to even fucking try

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews
music12 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • Unique and captivating surreal cat-themed artwork inspired by modernist and surrealist styles.
  • Beautiful and varied ambient music/soundtrack that enhances the atmospheric, meditative experience.
  • An unconventional walking simulator art experience made with genuine passion and care, suitable for relaxed exploration and introspection.
  • Extremely slow character movement that frustrates players and hinders exploration, often requiring manual file edits to adjust speed.
  • Lack of gameplay depth, save options, menus, or clear directions; the experience can feel more like an art slideshow than a traditional game.
  • Invisible walls and confusing navigation cause blind trial and error, compounded by no saving and mandatory repetition each session.

  • music

    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    39% positive mentions, 51% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its variety, ranging from upbeat jazzy tunes to ambient, otherworldly sounds that complement the cat-themed artwork. Many appreciate it as a thoughtful, polished soundtrack that enhances the overall chill, art-gallery experience, though some note the looping can feel rough or repetitive. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, often described as wonderful and integral to the game's unique atmosphere.

    • “The music has range from upbeat and jazzy to ominous and nebulous, befitting the otherworldly cats that litter each and every screen.”
    • “The music is incredible too, taking the short, repeating style of Yume Nikki and polishing it to create a totally unique auditory experience.”
    • “To be precise, there are 97 unique illustrations and 97 songs to go along with each one.”
    • “This is a 5 dollar slide show with music.”
    • “Cat notebook is more like a music album than a game, but even then it's not a very convenient music album.”
    • “Until a soundtrack is made available, I wouldn't say it's worth the money.”

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 57% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game features captivating abstract visuals and a unique warped sense of reality that enhances its artistic appeal. With thoughtfully crafted cat artwork and an immersive aesthetic, the graphics contribute to an engaging exploratory experience. Overall, the visuals are praised for their creativity and ability to evoke anticipation and enjoyment.

    • “Its warped sense of reality, perspective, and abstract visuals captivates me to the point that despite its controls and speed, I was determined to keep playing.”
    • “Other than that, I really like the aesthetic and the good sense of exploration, as the slow walking speed brings anticipation for what art you're going to see next after the current one you're on.”
    • “You can move the cat to the side of the screen, and then you get a new piece of artwork and a new song.”

  • gameplay

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The gameplay is minimal and largely consists of slow, exploratory walking with little to no interactive elements, leading some to describe it as a "walking simulator." While the game offers extensive time to view its art, it lacks traditional gameplay mechanics, resulting in mixed opinions about player engagement.

    • “40+ hours of gameplay”
    • “Technically, there's an infinite amount of gameplay, as the game has no ending that I can discern.”
    • “If you defined the end of gameplay as having seen all the pictures, though, then that'd be 40 hours of slowly walking with an average of 24 minutes and 45 seconds per image.”
    • “Walking simulator, no gameplay, author is honest about it, vanish from Steam.”
    • “Tl;dr—great art, marred by bad-to-broken gameplay.”
    • “Extremely limited features and gameplay.”

  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Grinding in the game is criticized for being tedious and repetitive, often requiring players to backtrack through unpleasant maze-like areas, which hampers the overall experience.

  • humor

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is praised for its cleverness and nuanced wit, appealing to players who appreciate subtle and thoughtful comedy.

    • “This game is hilarious; it requires a special kind of brain to appreciate the finer nuances and subtleties of its humor.”

  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is noted for its authenticity and genuine narrative, giving players a true and engaging experience.

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cat notebook is a simulation game with mystery theme. Common tags for cat notebook include indie, 2d, cats, exploration, atmospheric and others.

cat notebook is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

cat notebook was released on February 1, 2019.

cat notebook was developed by naircat.

cat notebook has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked cat notebook for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

cat notebook is a single player game.

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