Cat Simulator

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Cat Simulator is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Funny Games Group and was released on February 12, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Cat Simulator" is an early access first-person game where you play as a cat, roaming around and causing destruction while hunting mice and rats. Knock over objects to gain points and embrace your inner feline mayhem. However, be aware that it has many bugs due to its early development stage. Contact us at [email protected] for media and Youtuber inquiries.

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49%

Audience ScoreBased on 208 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

gameplay11 negative mentions

The concept of being a cat and causing chaos by knocking things over is fun and entertaining for short play sessions.
The game is free to play, making it accessible for casual gamers and cat lovers.
The cute graphics and sound effects, including the meowing, add a charming touch to the overall experience.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with only one small level and limited activities to engage in.
The game is plagued by bugs, including poor physics and clunky controls that hinder the experience.
It has not been updated in years, leaving it feeling abandoned and underdeveloped, with many players expressing disappointment.

gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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39%
The gameplay of the cat simulator is largely criticized for its repetitive and shallow mechanics, primarily involving knocking over objects and eating rats, which quickly becomes monotonous. Players note poor graphics, frustrating controls, and a lack of engaging content, leading to a generally underwhelming experience. While some find humor and charm in the concept, many agree that the game feels incomplete and lacks depth, making it difficult to recommend.
- “The gameplay, the feels of this piece of art we call cat simulator, is utterly, unbelievably beautiful.”
- “This game changed my life; before I found this game, I was a troubled lost soul in the confines of my own conscience. After hours of gameplay, I can finally say that this game changed my life for the better.”
- “Super fun and awesome, very interactive gameplay. 10/10 would recommend!”
- “The gameplay primarily revolves around knocking over objects and eating mice or rats, which quickly becomes repetitive and lacks depth.”
- “The gameplay is very shallow and the fact that there is a single level doesn't help the replayability.”
- “The controls are simple, but the physics are horrible and the gameplay is buggy.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as exceptional and comparable to high-end graphics technologies, while others criticize them for being subpar, with low-resolution textures and a lack of visual polish. Overall, the consensus leans towards a lackluster visual experience that detracts from the gameplay.
- “It has graphics that rival RTX, and has absolutely zero bugs at all.”
- “This is the magnum opus of gaming; it is better than every AAA title combined. This game makes the graphics in every other game seem like a Windows 98 screensaver, and the gameplay makes any other games seem more boring than counting grains of sand.”
- “The graphics are off the charts and the audio quality is amazing; download it right now!”
- “The textures and graphics leave much to be desired, contributing to an overall lackluster visual experience.”
- “Subpar graphics and textures.”
- “The graphics look horrible, the physics are broken, there's only one level, there's two menu screens for some reason, the gameplay is boring (you essentially just touch objects) and there are many low res textures in the HUD.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and poor physics significantly detracting from the overall experience. Players describe the game as a "buggy mess," with issues affecting gameplay mechanics and user interface, leading to a frustrating and repetitive experience. While some find the bugs to add an interesting twist, the overwhelming consensus is that stability is a major flaw.
- “This game is a buggy mess, and it claims to be 'fun'.”
- “The controls are simple, but the physics are horrible and the gameplay is buggy.”
- “This game is one of the worst games ever; not only are the 3D models poorly made, but the sounds are awful and the physics are ultra buggy.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players noting a lack of substantial soundtrack and repetitive, high-pitched meowing that can become irritating. While some find the cat noises cute, many agree that the audio experience is lacking and could benefit from more varied and engaging music to enhance gameplay. Overall, the current audio design is seen as a significant area for improvement.
- “Don't get me wrong, I thoroughly enjoy playing this game, but I do have some suggestions on how to improve the game for the final version... for example, the music in the background is cool too.”
- “The soundtrack and cat noises are cute and meow meow meow, but that's about it.”
- “The graphics are presentable, but the soundtrack is... just an occasional aimless meow.”
- “There's really no music, just the random meowing of your bad kitty self.”
- “The graphics are presentable, but the soundtrack is just an occasional aimless meow.”
- “This game is an audio nightmare; the cat keeps going 'meow' in a very high pitch every 2-3 seconds, and it drove me mad. The music was not that good either; it was very loopy.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed to negative feedback, with some players appreciating the futuristic narrative in "Stray," while others criticize the lack of depth and engagement, describing it as uninteresting and poorly integrated with gameplay. Overall, many users feel that the story fails to compensate for the repetitive and uninspired gameplay experience.
- “But now, we have very realistic cat games like 'Stray' that not only have a great cat simulation showing how a real cat would behave, but also a very good futuristic story to tell.”
- “This game stinks! I got it a year ago and played it once. The game has no point: walk over there, chase a mouse, walk back over there. No point, no story, no game!”
- “As for the gameplay, all you do is roam around this one two-story building (with no roof), knocking things over and catching mice, which all but confirms you are really nothing but a camera as they don't react to your presence at all and frequently just stop in front of you, so they provide no challenge at all either.”
- “I love clunky games and slow games of every genre as long as there is a story holding them together, and I'll suffer through a cheesy story if the gameplay is engaging enough.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as initially cute and funny, but ultimately falls flat due to poor execution, misleading advertising, and frustrating gameplay mechanics. While some players appreciated the comedic potential, the overall consensus is that the humor is overshadowed by the game's numerous flaws and lack of engaging content.
- “I will never forget this experience! Thank you so much, Funny Games Group; you guys are life changers.”
- “[quote=Funny Games Group] - Be a cat!”
- “The title is misleading, and the description feels like false advertising. It claims to have lots of bugs, but they aren't funny bugs like in Goat Simulator, which was intentionally made to be broken and bad.”
- “This game is a terrible mess that rips off a game where you can play as a cat and cause destruction. Speaking of cats, there are none in this game other than on the title screen and the occasional meow.”
- “Despite being labeled as 'free for a limited time', it's just a free-to-play game that doesn't even come close to being as enjoyable as Team Fortress 2.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is well-received, as it features no advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted gaming experience.
- “There are no ads, which makes for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without forcing in-app purchases.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has low replayability, rated 1/10, due to its shallow gameplay and the limitation of having only a single level to play through.
- “Replayability: 1/10”
- “The gameplay is very shallow, and the fact that there is only a single level doesn't help the replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the repetitive nature of the map, which lacks variety. However, some users appreciate the grinding mechanics, comparing it favorably to other simulation games like "Cat Simulator 2020," suggesting it offers a more engaging experience.
- “This game only has a map; it's always the same, and it ends up being tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings, such as the desire to explore the world for the sake of a meaningful item like a book. This suggests that the game successfully engages players on an emotional level, prompting them to invest time and effort for poignant experiences.
- “I'll fly across the map for touching a book.”