Cats Hidden in Bali

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"Cats Hidden in Bali" is a charming hidden object game set in the tropical island of Bali. Discover 100 cleverly hidden cats within detailed, hand-drawn scenes, while enjoying a soothing soundtrack. This game offers additional features such as Easter eggs, hint system, timer mode with leaderboard, and adjustable settings. Perfect for cat lovers and casual gamers looking for a relaxing experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 942 reviews

music28 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features adorable hand-drawn graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, making it a delightful experience for cat lovers.
Finding all 100 cats is a fun and rewarding challenge, with many interactive elements and easter eggs to discover.
It's a short but enjoyable game, perfect for casual play and achieving a sense of accomplishment with easy achievements.

The game is very short, typically taking only 10-30 minutes to complete, which may not justify the price for some players.
Some achievements are buggy, leading to frustration for completionists trying to unlock everything.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited mechanics beyond clicking on the cats and a few interactive objects.

music
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
23%
8%
The music in the game has been widely praised for its beautiful, calming, and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the hand-drawn art style and even adapts to in-game actions, creating an engaging experience. Overall, the combination of pleasant music and sound effects contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The art style and music in this game are really beautiful and fun.”
- “Celebratory music and a special animation when you find all 100 cats.”
- “The music gives you a chill and relaxing feeling, making it enjoyable; I didn't feel rushed or frustrated to find the cats!”
- “And the noises that got added to the music when you interacted with all of a certain item (I won't name any for spoilers)!”
- “A fun little hidden object game with relaxing music.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
63%
10%
The game's graphics are characterized by high-quality, hand-drawn artwork that many players find beautiful and charming, particularly in its depiction of Bali. While some users feel that graphics are not the main focus of the game, the overall art style is praised for its cuteness and clever design, enhancing the cozy and relaxing atmosphere. The combination of engaging visuals and a pleasant soundtrack contributes to a wholesome gaming experience.
- “Such beautiful artwork.”
- “Only took me 13 minutes to find all the cats in Bali, but I enjoy the hand-drawn artwork and the clever ways that they manage to hide 100 cats within it.”
- “Players have praised the game for its cute hand-drawn graphics, relaxing soundtrack, and the overall wholesome and cozy atmosphere it provides.”
- “Graphics are only okay.”
- “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
- “Pretty black and white artwork.”
emotional
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have found the game to be deeply emotional, with many expressing that it evokes a range of feelings from joy to sadness, particularly through its heartfelt storylines and charming characters. The game's wholesome atmosphere, enhanced by cute graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, contributes to an overall experience that leaves players smiling and occasionally in tears. Despite initial expectations, even those unfamiliar with the genre have been pleasantly surprised by its emotional depth.
- “As a close to middle-aged dude who loves FPS games and working out, I didn't think this was going to be as heartwarmingly cute as to make me smile ear to ear all the way through this game.”
- “This game is Travellin' Cats' magnum opus, nay, this be the magnum opus, the crème de la crème of Steam. This game is so emotionally charged that many tears flowed down my face whilst playing. The characters all had such in-depth and beautiful storylines, not only all 100 cats but every other animal too.”
- “Players have praised the game for its cute hand-drawn graphics, relaxing soundtrack, and the overall wholesome and cozy atmosphere it provides.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game's story is polarizing; some players feel it lacks a narrative depth akin to casual games like "Temple Run," while others praise it as an emotionally charged masterpiece with rich character arcs and a compelling journey involving numerous cats and animals. Overall, the storytelling experience varies significantly among players, with some finding it deeply moving and others dismissing it entirely.
- “This game is Travellin' Cats' magnum opus, nay, this be the magnum opus, the crème de la crème of Steam. This game is so emotionally charged that many tears flowed down my face whilst playing. The characters all had such in-depth and beautiful storylines, not only all 100 cats but every other animal too.”
- “Go on, embark on your quest today, and may the cats forever hold a special place in your heart.”
- “Epic story.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “It's like playing 'Temple Run' for the story.”
- “This game has no story.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily due to the inclusion of a timed mode that introduces some randomization, making it enjoyable for multiple playthroughs. However, players note that the limited number of scenes and the potential for memorization of certain elements may restrict long-term replay value. Overall, while it has features that encourage replaying, the experience may become repetitive over time.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Fairly good replay value as you're not likely to remember most of the cat locations for a few playthroughs, at least.”
- “Cons: limited replay value, only one scene to search.”
- “Some replay value because at least the timed mode seems to have the same amount of randomizing.”
- “Finally, there's even a timed mode that's unlocked once you've beaten the game, ensuring some modicum of replayability.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
10%
30%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and smoothness, primarily involving clicking on various animals, which are often easy to find. It appeals to casual gamers and cat enthusiasts, providing an addictive and relaxing experience, complemented by nice art and a pleasant soundtrack. Overall, it offers enjoyable, albeit limited, mechanics suitable for short play sessions.
- “Gameplay: simple and smooth gameplay using either an Xbox controller or wireless mouse.”
- “With its simple yet addictive gameplay, 'Cats Hidden in Bali' is perfect for casual gamers and cat enthusiasts alike, offering hours of entertainment and relaxation.”
- “Nice art, gameplay, soundtrack, funny little secrets, and overall idea -- some of the best 10, if not 15, of 20-30 minutes spent on Christmas Day.”
- “Barely any mechanics beyond clicking the cats, mice, birds, and fish, which are not really hidden in 99% of cases.”
- “I made a big purchase of various games from various developers with the same or similar gameplay.”
- “Barely any mechanics beyond clicking the cats, mice, birds, and fish, which are not really hidden in 99% of cases.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing names of the cats, which resonate particularly well with local players. Reviewers appreciate the lighthearted and funny nature of the gameplay, complemented by charming art and a relaxing atmosphere, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
- “As a local Indonesian, I can't help but laugh my ass off at how funny the cats' names are.”
- “Nice art, gameplay, soundtrack, funny little secrets, and overall idea -- some of the best 10, if not 15 of 20-30 minutes spent on Christmas Day.”
- “A tiny funny game with lots of cats in the wonderful Bali island 🐈💗”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is marred by buggy achievements, which have been a common complaint among users. Despite these issues, players generally find the overall experience to be positive.
- “Buggy achievements”
- “Had some achievements that were buggy, but great otherwise.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players have lauded the game for its charming hand-drawn graphics and soothing soundtrack, contributing to a wholesome and cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “Players have praised the game for its cute hand-drawn graphics, relaxing soundtrack, and the overall wholesome and cozy atmosphere it provides.”