Cats are Liquid: A Better Place
- December 14, 2019
- Last Quarter Studios
- 1h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Cats are Liquid: A Better Place" is a surreal puzzle-platformer game where you play as a liquid cat. You flow and slide through various levels, solving puzzles by transforming into different forms like solid, gas, or even teleporting. The game features a calming atmosphere, challenging puzzles, and unique mechanics that offer a fresh take on the platformer genre.
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Reviews
- The game features a deep and emotional storyline that resonates with players, often leading to a strong emotional connection with the character Lumi.
- Gameplay is engaging with a variety of mechanics across different worlds, and the level editor adds significant replay value.
- The visuals and soundtrack are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience and making it a charming platformer.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, particularly affecting gameplay mechanics and causing frustration for players.
- Some players found the platforming mechanics to be repetitive and lacking in challenge, leading to a monotonous experience.
- The storyline can be unexpectedly dark and heavy, which may not align with the initial expectations of a light-hearted cat game.
- story102 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its depth and emotional resonance, with many players finding it engaging and meaningful, despite some noting it can be dark or overly simplistic at times. While some reviews mention that the storytelling can feel drawn out or lacking in detail, the overall consensus highlights the combination of cute visuals, character development, and integration of narrative with gameplay as standout features. Players appreciate the storytelling as a key element that enhances their experience, making it a compelling choice for fans of story-driven platformers.
“The story is meaningful and deep, and I love it.”
“A great story for a great game, this game has more than you'd think.”
“The game's storytelling is really simple and incredibly easy to follow, and the subtle visual details and cues were an astonishing addition to the story.”
“Be aware the game's plot is a massive cringe mental health talk.”
“This game is not as good as the original: alits, doesn't have as smooth gameplay, generally worse-looking graphics, and an absolutely horrible storyline compared to alits.”
“The game itself is a little short and the story elements that it has just feel a little dry.”
- gameplay48 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its diverse mechanics and unique themes across 12 worlds, providing a refreshing experience despite some criticisms of monotony and less smoothness compared to its predecessor, alits. Players appreciate the integration of storytelling with level design, the introduction of new abilities, and the overall fun mechanics, though some feel the graphics and storyline fall short. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and engaging, earning praise for its creativity and variety.
“Something that I really appreciate is that each new world has new game mechanics, which constantly keeps the game feeling refreshing.”
“The gameplay, I would say, has a nice feel to it and when you get the hang of it, can be really fun.”
“Overall, the gameplay is very monotonous.”
“This game always leads you through each mechanic and is somewhat easy to play.”
“The new abilities bring a fresh wind with them, compared to the previous game as well, giving the gameplay a fairly wide variety of different elements you have to learn to use.”
- music26 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful, abstract, and chill qualities, enhancing the overall experience alongside the level design and storytelling. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to convey emotion with minimal words, making it a fitting backdrop for gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack is so nice, I like the abstractness, the level designs are pretty good, and I wish I could adopt Lumi and all of her friends.”
“It's got a beautiful soundtrack, and says so much with such few words.”
“The music is very fitting, sweet and chill, so is the art style.”
“The music and the elements available aren't as many as Super Mario Maker's.”
“The music is very fitting, sweet and chill.”
“Both the art and music were very well done.”
- graphics24 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the beautiful visuals and art style, describing them as "great" and "amazing." However, some comparisons to the original game highlight a decline in graphical quality and smoothness. Overall, while not everyone prioritizes graphics, they are generally considered good and contribute positively to the game's experience.
“Great game, beautiful abstract visuals and meaningful storytelling.”
“Very fun game, amazing story, amazing gameplay, great concepts, cool mechanics, great visuals, 10/10.”
“It has a very interesting story, nice visuals, and it's great.”
“This game is not as good as the original: it doesn't have as smooth gameplay, generally worse-looking graphics, and an absolutely horrible storyline compared to the original.”
“The graphics are simple!”
“The visuals are disappointing and lack detail.”
- emotional16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its deep and emotional lore, with many players finding the story personally resonant and impactful, often leading to tears during pivotal moments. It effectively connects with those who struggle with emotional connections, providing comfort and a sense of catharsis during difficult times. Overall, the emotional depth and relatable narrative contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“The ending made me cry the first time; this game feels really personal to me, and I love it so much for that.”
“If you struggle to connect with others, this game really hits you where it hurts emotionally.”
“I often play this when I feel blue, and somehow it made me feel so much better.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its playful and whimsical portrayal of cats, with a focus on amusing sound effects and unexpected scenarios. Players often find the comedic elements to be lighthearted and entertaining, contributing to a fun gaming experience.
“Ok, funny story, I bought this game thinking it'll be a cute, innocent platform game featuring cats.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is generally well-received, with players noting a minimal presence of ads, particularly in the mobile version, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its level editor and workshop features, allowing players to create and share custom content. This encourages ongoing engagement and fresh experiences beyond the initial gameplay.
“There is a lot of replay value, especially with the level editor and workshop features.”
“The inclusion of a level editor and workshop adds significant replayability to the game.”
“With the level editor and workshop, the game offers endless replay value.”
“There’s a lot of replay value considering there's a level editor and a workshop.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the game's character development, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall quality and storyline. This strong character progression contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a preferred choice for many players.
“Nice quality, great storyline, great character development. Overall, this game is a go-to choice of mine.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by significant bugs, leading to a frustrating experience for players, particularly those sensitive to flashing lights. As a result, many reviewers are unable to recommend it despite its potential appeal.
“It honestly seems like a nice game, but I really can't recommend it (especially to people with flashing sensitivity) just because of how absolutely buggy this mess of a game is for me.”
