Cats Hidden in Christmas

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"Cats Hidden in Christmas" is a free hidden object game with a festive setting, featuring 100 cats and easter eggs hidden within a hand-drawn background. The game offers adjustable visual settings and a chill soundtrack, with a hint system and timer mode with leaderboard for added challenge. Search for cats in night mode and customize the background and cat colors to your liking.

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Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 323 reviews

music6 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

The game features charming artwork and festive details, making it a delightful experience for the holiday season.
Players enjoy the challenge of finding hidden cats, with many noting the fun of unlocking a color mode after completing the game.
It's a free-to-play game that provides a relaxing and enjoyable way to spend time, suitable for all ages.

Some players found certain cats to be too small or difficult to distinguish, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The game lacks a save feature, causing players to lose progress if they don't complete it in one sitting.
A few users criticized the user interface and the design of some cats, feeling they were not well represented.

music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
57%
14%
The music in the game is generally described as upbeat, festive, and enjoyable, complementing the cute and fun art style. While many players appreciate the pleasant holiday tunes and sound effects, some note that the soundtrack is limited, featuring only one main song and a few additional sound effects. Overall, the music enhances the game's cheerful atmosphere, though improvements in variety and settings descriptions are suggested.
- “The music is upbeat and jolly with a festive vibe, and when all cats are found, fanfare and fireworks mark the occasion in a fun celebratory way.”
- “I found the music very festive and it works well with the game.”
- “The artwork is adorable, the music sounds great, and the game itself is very enjoyable to play.”
- “Cons: the settings menu could use word descriptions, only one song in the soundtrack (not including the music when completing the game), each cat unlocks an achievement.”
- “Music is not the best, but the animations are cute and the ending is nice.”
- “Music: 2/5”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
50%
15%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the charming and whimsical art style, vibrant colors, and engaging details that enhance the gameplay experience. While some users noted issues with crude artwork and fuzziness at close zoom levels, the overall aesthetic is considered enjoyable and fitting for the genre, particularly in hidden-object games. Despite a few mixed opinions, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal.
- “The artwork is charming and filled with festive details, while the challenge of finding hidden cats keeps you engaged without being frustrating.”
- “The lovingly hand-drawn visuals are beautiful, particularly the vibrant colors of the color mode.”
- “The artwork is adorable, the music sounds great, and the game itself is very enjoyable to play.”
- “Was initially a little put off by the relatively crude artwork and fuzziness when zoomed all the way in.”
- “It's very short and easy, graphics are kind of meh (some doodles instead of cats), but for a free game it's fine.”
- “Not a fan of the graphics.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
36%
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a compelling story, with many users stating there is essentially no story at all. A few acknowledge the presence of a story but describe it as boring and unengaging.
- “Twilight was a better love story than this.”
- “Has a story, but it’s boring.”
- “No story.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay is characterized as fun and interactive, featuring easy-to-learn mechanics and appealing art. Overall, players find it engaging, though some comments suggest a lack of depth or additional content.
- “They are a good amount of fun, with cute art that just feels right and very interactive gameplay.”
- “Easy to learn mechanics.”
- “🔲 no gameplay, or DLC add-on”
- “it's just gameplay”
- “easy to learn mechanics”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, often requiring significant time investment and effort, with some humorously suggesting that it feels like a second job or even a second life.
- “It's a bit grindy, but the rewards make it worthwhile.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
- “You'll need a second life, maybe some macros, and a will to live for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a heartwarming experience, enhanced by a visually stunning color mode that evokes the cozy charm of Christmas. The delightful aesthetics and wholesome themes contribute to a joyful atmosphere, making it a memorable and emotionally uplifting journey.
- “Such a wholesome experience.”
- “The color mode which you unlock after completion is a real feast for the eyes and made replay even more enjoyable with its beautifully done shading, evoking all the wholesome, whimsical warmth of Christmas greeting cards.”
- “A splendid early gift from the dev, who couldn't wait to surprise us with Christmas spirit and more wholesome cats.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's replayability high due to the option to replay in 'colour mode', which enhances difficulty and visual appeal. Additionally, the challenge of memorizing the locations of 100 cats adds to the game's longevity, making it a valuable experience, especially since it is free.
- “Once completed, the player may replay the game in 'colour mode', a mode wherein, as the name suggests, the entire level is colored in with vibrant colors that improves replayability and makes the game significantly more difficult.”
- “As the game is free, the value is very high, but the replay value is also high simply because memorizing the location of 100 cats will take a while.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is enhanced significantly by various elements, contributing to an immersive and engaging experience for players.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it fun and amusing, particularly in line with the developer's previous cat-themed titles.
- “Fun and funny game, just like all of the cat games from this developer!”