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Catlateral Damage

Catlateral Damage is a charming and unashamedly simple game, and it's clear that a lot of love has gone into every facet. It's not without its paws... Claws... Sorry, flaws – but if you can forgive some screen tearing, and are taken by the idea of playing as a destructive kitten, you'll find a lot to like here. The core gameplay of batting myriad items to their demise is surprisingly a-mew-sing, and may just help you to understand your real life pet that little bit more. For the cat lovers and the curious amongst you, Catlateral Damage is pretty much purr-fect, but anyone else may want to give it a hiss.
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83%Game Brain Score
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89% User Score Based on 1,090 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

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Catlateral Damage is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by Manekoware and was released on May 27, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Catlateral Damage is a first-person destructive cat simulator where you play as a cat on a rampage, knocking as much stuff onto the ground as possible. See the world through the eyes of a cat! Like other first-person games, you can walk and look around, jump, and crouch. Unlike other first-person games, your primary weapons are your two cat paws, which you can use to swipe at and knock objects ont…

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,090 reviews
gameplay19 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • Adorable and fun concept letting you play as a cat knocking stuff over in a first-person perspective.
  • The game has satisfying physics and random procedural levels, plus two gameplay modes: timed objectives and sandbox litterbox mode.
  • Numerous cats to unlock, cat pictures to collect, upgrade power-ups, special challenging levels, and amusing random events add replay value.
  • Gameplay is repetitive and simplistic, mainly about knocking things over without story or much variety.
  • Controls can feel clunky and jumping mechanics imprecise, which may cause frustration.
  • Some players experience motion sickness due to camera movement; also, graphics are basic and can cause eye strain for some.
  • gameplay
    83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is simple, addictive, and centered on causing chaotic destruction as a mischievous cat, with solid mechanics and enjoyable level design. However, many find it repetitive, with limited variety and some control issues, especially with jumping. While fun for short bursts and casual play, it may lack depth and longevity, making it better suited for those seeking light, casual entertainment or fans of cat-themed antics.

    • “Well the gameplay really is just as advertised, the only thing that they didn't really touch on is how difficult yet strangely addictive, entertaining and even satisfying the gameplay can be. While there may be a bit of a learning curve in terms of being able to jump, coordinate, etc., in its objective mode it can get quite challenging at times. Its udder ridiculousness and the inclusion of a "litter box mode" means that you can either have a bit of a challenge or just mess around in a sandbox type environment. Either way, in my opinion it really is a fun game to play.”
    • “If you like the idea of being a mischievous cat knocking things on the ground with arcade-style gameplay, you'll like this game.”
    • “Like rolling a katamari, the gameplay is simple but fun - it's oddly satisfying to swat things with your paw and watch them fall to the ground.”
    • “Gameplay is monotonous, always the same objects, always the same actions, always the same events.”
    • “Long, boring levels, gameplay doesn't seem to get any spiced up, I had to uninstall after 20 minutes because seriously I asked myself 'why am I wasting my time this way?'”
    • “The controls are bad, and the gameplay is not really existent.”
  • graphics
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this game are simple, low-poly, and cel-shaded with a charming, cartoonish art style that suits its lighthearted, playful nature. While not technically impressive or highly detailed, they run smoothly on low-end systems and enhance the game's relaxing and silly atmosphere. Some players find the visuals appealing and nostalgic, though others consider them basic or even causing motion discomfort after extended play.

    • “I personally adore it, especially its blocky, cell-shaded, 90s-esque 3D graphics.”
    • “For an indie game, this game has fair graphics with a low poly style, so it's easier on low-end computers, which is a bonus. I love the cartoony look with the black outlines too.”
    • “The graphics are simple and effective, with an artistic design similar to the Katamari Damacy series.”
    • “The graphics should be updated after playing for 6 hours in total, as they feel outdated.”
    • “The graphics hurt my head after a while, which affects gameplay despite the game being great overall.”
    • “Graphics are awful; the cats look kind of mutant, fortunately, being first person, you only look at them in the select screen.”
  • music
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music is generally praised for its upbeat, catchy, and joyful tunes that complement the playful and cute cat-themed gameplay, often enhancing the overall experience. However, many reviewers note the soundtrack can become repetitive and occasionally annoying due to limited variety and looping. Despite this, the music is considered fitting and enjoyable enough to evoke a positive, lighthearted mood throughout play sessions.

    • “The music is actually what surprised me the most honestly, the songs were very catchy and upbeat and honestly I would find myself humming them throughout my day.”
    • “The soundtrack is extremely joyful and exciting, as well.”
    • “The music is energetic and bright, thus very enjoyable to have in the background while playing.”
    • “Overall, it's a fun idea, and while the gameplay is pretty repetitive, the music overstays its welcome very quickly.”
    • “The music throughout the game is very upbeat, but is very repetitive and can get pretty annoying after a while.”
    • “The graphics are simple and pastel-colored, the music is bland, happy easy listening music, and there are not many sounds (unfortunately).”
  • humor
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for being charming, silly, and genuinely funny, especially for cat lovers and casual players. While many find it hilarious and entertaining, some note that the humor can wear thin after the initial levels, becoming more of a light background element rather than consistently fresh jokes. Overall, it is celebrated as a delightful, amusing experience that captures the quirky antics of cats with a playful, casual tone.

    • “It's hilarious and I accidentally played it for over an hour.”
    • “I only had to watch about 30 seconds of the pitch video before immediately backing this game on Kickstarter - it was an amazing idea with a beautifully simple scope and extremely funny for anyone that's ever lived with a cat.”
    • “I streamed this on Twitch and it was full of me laughing like a maniac while bowling over skeletons in a museum.”
  • story
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a traditional story, focusing instead on fun, casual gameplay where you play as a cat causing chaos. Players appreciate it as a stress-reliever and light distraction rather than a narrative-driven experience. Overall, it offers minimal to no storyline, catering to those seeking quick, entertaining sessions without plot depth.

    • “Based on a true story, take on the role of an average house cat trying to save their owners from becoming hoarders the only way they can.”
    • “You can fill in your own storyline this way, but it really doesn't matter.”
    • “Don't come here expecting a story or anything, but this is some of the most relaxing, most fun gameplay I've ever come across, and the graphics are simple but very appealing.”
    • “There isn’t really a story with the setup only being that of a cat being home alone and doing the classic cat activity of throwing things on the ground.”
    • “Story: 2/5 - nearly non existing.”
    • “It's nothing more than that though... there's definitely no storyline each session only lasts a handful of minutes if that...”
  • replayability
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers moderate to high replayability, driven by collectables, upgrades, achievements, and a mix of fixed and randomly generated maps. While some players find the core gameplay repetitive, many appreciate the fun, challenge, and charm that encourage multiple playthroughs. Overall, it is especially appealing for those who enjoy completionist goals and casual, enjoyable experiences.

    • “The reason I didn't put this game under "over already?!" was because it's fun and replayable and because of all the collectables you can find.”
    • “It's an infinitely replayable cat simulator where you knock down stuff and it is every bit as awesome as that sounds.”
    • “The game is fun and challenging with infinite replay value.”
    • “Cute, probably doesn't have massive replay value though.”
    • “I don’t doubt this but I do doubt the replayability nonetheless.”
    • “There is some decent maps and randomly generated ones too so there's some replayability I guess but you're just doing the same breaking stuff thing... so... yeah... not really much to say about that I guess lol.”
  • emotional
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, describing it as heartwarming, wholesome, and capable of evoking strong feelings ranging from joy to tears. The game's charm and emotional connection stand out as highlights, making it memorable beyond typical entertainment.

    • “This game made me feel all the power of vindictive feline rage.”
    • “Thanks for a heartwarming game :)”
    • “As gamers, we tend to gravitate towards games that engage and entertain, but every so often we stumble across one that we can connect with on an emotional level.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game exhibits some bugs, particularly with unlocking certain cats tied to achievements, and occasional minor graphical glitches. However, overall it is more stable than similar simulators, offering a mostly polished and enjoyable experience despite some control and jumping quirks.

    • “Game plays well, no glitches, and is fun making a mess.”
    • “But it's apparently really buggy when it comes to that.”
    • “Unlocking new cats is tied to achievements, but after getting every available achievement I have not unlocked every cat due to glitches or whatnot.”
    • “Jumping and controls are a bit buggy and not what would be expected from a game like this.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Grinding in the game is generally seen as tedious and repetitive, making completion feel slow and somewhat stressful for certain tasks. However, the overall experience is casual and relaxing for many players, especially since the game doesn't require intense focus or heavy grinding.

    • “It's just tedious to finish out due to the repetitiveness of it.”
    • “This is a poorly made, ugly, incredibly tedious game.”
    • “While getting the final grindy achievement, I was just reading a comic with the game running, waiting for the 'catch the mouse' random events to show up (since you need to catch 10 of them).”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game generally runs smoothly even at the highest graphics settings, with stable performance and minimal bugs. However, some users note occasional minor performance issues and glitches, though these rarely affect overall gameplay.

    • “Runs smoothly, nothing breaks, haven't managed to get stuck (yet).”
    • “The game runs smoothly at the highest graphics settings (called purrfect).”
    • “The cartoonish art is nicely executed and the game runs smoothly with no worries about performance issues.”
    • “Fun in short bursts but is prone to weird performance issues and minor bugs.”
    • “The cartoonish art is nicely executed though and the game runs smooth so there's no worries about performance issues... just smack all that stuff that humans love to collect and then move on to a more fulfilling game later until you get that random urge to break things again and come back to Catlateral Damage.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game’s monetization is criticized for relying heavily on advertising, which is considered more entertaining than the actual gameplay. Users feel the ads overshadow the in-game experience, indicating a lack of engaging content beyond the promotional material.

  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by dynamic and engaging elements such as bursts of increased speed, vibrant disco-themed visuals, and low-gravity moon-like jumps, creating a lively and varied experience.

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17h Median play time
17h Average play time
5h Main story
13h Completionist
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Catlateral Damage is a casual shooter game.

Catlateral Damage is available on PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4, Virtual Reality and others.

The main story can be completed in around 5 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 13 hours to finish. On average players spend around 17 hours playing Catlateral Damage.

Catlateral Damage was released on May 27, 2015.

Catlateral Damage was developed by Manekoware.

Catlateral Damage has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Catlateral Damage is a single player game.

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