"Cats & Dice" is a roguelike game that involves dice-building and strategic decision making. You collect and play with different Cats, each with unique abilities and dice, to attain the highest score possible. With over 60 Cats to choose from and customizable items, the game offers endless possibilities and replayability. The goal is to reach the target score in each round, combining dice to create powerful combinations and win.
The game is incredibly fun and addictive, offering a unique blend of cats and dice mechanics that create interesting synergies.
The art style is charming and the soundtrack is upbeat, enhancing the overall enjoyable experience of the game.
Cats & Dice successfully stands on its own while drawing inspiration from Balatro, providing enough uniqueness to keep players engaged.
The game suffers from optimization issues, with occasional freezes even on high-end setups.
Instructions regarding how cat items affect gameplay can be unclear, leading to confusion and potential losses for new players.
There are several quality of life improvements needed, such as a faster win/earnings screen and better luck mitigation options.
music
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The updated soundtrack in the early access release is praised for being pleasing and upbeat, perfectly complementing the game's intended emotional experience. Users appreciate the clever art design alongside the music, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The updated soundtrack in the early access release is such a pleasing and upbeat experience that complements exactly how this game should make you feel.”
optimization
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The game suffers from optimization issues, as players report occasional freezing even on high-end setups, indicating that performance may not be fully optimized for all hardware configurations.
“There are some optimization issues; even on my higher-end setup, the game can freeze sometimes.”
“There are some optimization issues; even on my higher-end setup, the game can freeze sometimes.”
gameplay
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The gameplay offers a unique twist on the mechanics familiar to fans of balatro, enhancing the overall experience while maintaining core elements of the original style.
“For fans of Balatro, this game adds its own spin to that style of gameplay.”
graphics
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The game features a charming pixel art aesthetic that is enhanced by playful references, creating a cohesive and visually appealing experience.
“The game features a charming pixel art aesthetic, complete with fun references that tie everything together beautifully.”
“The graphics are vibrant and engaging, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.”
“The art style is unique and visually appealing, making every scene a delight to explore.”